A healthy diet, avoiding sugars and refined carbohydrates (starches) to reduce triglyceride levels and reduce risk of diabetes. Maki KC, Palacios OM, Lindner E, Nieman KM, Bell M, Sorce J. Replacement of refined starches and added sugars with egg protein and unsaturated fats increases insulin sensitivity and lowers triglycerides in overweight or obese adults with […]
READ MORECardiovascular disease: atrial fibrillation
Stress & long working hours may be a trigger atrial fibrillation. Mika Kivimäki, Solja T. Nyberg, G. David Batty et al. Long working hours as a risk factor for atrial fibrillation: a multi-cohort study Eur Heart J ehx324. Published:13 July 2017 https://academic.oup.com/eurheartj/article/3958185/Long-working-hours-as-a-risk-factor-for-atrial?searchresult=1
READ MORECardiovascular disease: Heart attack & Heart failure
Fish oil supplements [omega-3 PUFA] may benefit patients with cardiac disease following a myocardial infarction [heart attack] and patients with heart failure to reduce mortality and hospitalizations. David S. Siscovick, Thomas A. Barringer, Amanda M. Fretts, Jason H.Y. Wu, Alice H. Lichtenstein, Rebecca B. Costello, Penny M. Kris-Etherton, Terry A. Jacobson, Mary B. Engler, Heather […]
READ MOREBreast cancer
Exercise helps recovery, energy and memory for women who have survived breast cancer. Diane K. Ehlers, Susan Aguiñaga, Josh Cosman et al. The effects of physical activity and fatigue on cognitive performance in breast cancer survivors Breast Cancer Research and Treatment Epidemiology July 2017 pp 1–9 https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs10549-017-4363-9
READ MOREAlzheimer’s dementia (AD)
Poor & short duration sleep i.e. less than 7 hours per night & mid-life onset obstructive sleep apnoea [severe] are linked to increase risk of AD, poor cognition and memory. Lutsey PL, Misialek JR, Mosley TH, Gottesman RF, Punjabi NM, Shahar E, MacLehose R, Ogilvie RP, Knopman D, Alonso A. Sleep characteristics and risk of […]
READ MOREBack pain
Stretching, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) & Relaxation strategies help reduce back pain. A number of studies suggest CBT and relaxation therapies may benefit chronic low back pain with significant improvement in quality of life and pain relief. A recent randomised clinical trial of adults with chronic low back pain demonstrated Mindfulness Based stress reduction and […]
READ MOREPremenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Improving the diet and taking fish oils, calcium & vitamin D can help relieve PMS. A healthy plant-based diet high in omega-3 fatty acids eg fish oils may help reduce PMS and the intensity of cramps. A high intake of dietary vitamin D and calcium is associated with reduce risk of PMS. Diet and sex-hormone […]
READ MOREPremenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Regular exercise can help alleviate symptoms of PMS. Aerobic exercise may help relieve symptoms of PMS, and improve energy and concentration. Effect of aerobic exercise on premenstrual symptoms, haematological and hormonal parameters in young women. J Obstet Gynaecol. 2015 May;35(4):389-92. doi: 10.3109/01443615.2014.960823. Epub 2014 Oct 3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25279689
READ MOREBreast cancer – hot flushes
Magnesium before bed may help improve sleep and reduce hot flushes. Magnesium may play a role in alleviating hot flushes in women who have suffered breast cancer. A pilot phase II trial of magnesium supplements to reduce menopausal hot flashes in breast cancer patients. Support Care Cancer. 2011 Jun;19(6):859-63. doi: 10.1007/s00520-011-1099-7. Epub 2011 Jan 27. […]
READ MOREInsomnia – poor sleep
Lifestyle – counselling, meditation & yoga can help improve sleep. Cognitive behavior therapy, daily exercise, especially in the mornings, and stress management strategies such as meditation and yoga can improve sleep. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Insomnia: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Ann Intern Med. 2015 Aug 4;163(3):191-204. doi: 10.7326/M14-2841. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26054060
READ MORE- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- Next Page »