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Five Supplements for Everyday Health
Supplements can be a valuable addition to a standard health regimen in many individuals. However, these supplements can never substitute for a poor diet or…
Are Statins the Answer?
Statin drugs are one of the most prescribed medicines in the United States. Statins are two of the top 10 prescribed medications in the United…
Muscle Mass and Longevity
There are innumerable recommendations regarding the achievement of longevity. The treatments vary from supplements, lifestyle changes, and hormonal therapies. Many of these recommendations involve some…
Importance of the Triglyceride to HDL Ratio
I commonly review the cholesterol panel of individuals after their doctor prescribes statin therapy for elevated cholesterol. Invariably, patients and physicians focus on the total…
Mind Your Eating and Help Your Mind
It is well known that our gut and brain have a strong relationship. This gut-brain connection includes various transmitters and proteins that facilitate cognition….
Five Things
Men and women share a common humanity, but that is where the similarities seem to diverge. I am not a psychologist or a therapist, but…
The Wonders of PickleBall-A Cardiologist’s Perspective
Pickleball is fast becoming one of the most popular adult sports in the United States. Its similar cousin (Paddleball) is also a rising sport in…
Find Peace
Driving amidst a kaleidoscope of bumper stickers, I often encounter the timeless message: “Give Peace a Chance.” While the sentiment is commonly associated with war…
What I Should Know About TMAO
Elevated levels of TMAO may contribute to the risk of vascular thrombosis, including strokes and heart attacks. Individuals with elevated blood levels of TMAO have…
Heart Calcium, Statins and Paradoxes
The Coronary Calcium Score (CCS) or Heart Calcium Score is an effective way to quantify the amount of calcium in the coronary arteries. The average…
