by Dr Orest Szczurko, ND, MSc
With the holidays behind us, and the long winter ahead, it’s a good idea to get back to a healthy lifestyle which includes proper exercise.
But what is the best exercise for weight loss?
A study just published in JAMA sheds further light on this question (1).
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With zucchini season upon us, it is great to look for healthy ways of incorporating this versatile vegetable. This recipe also calls for a banana and is a great way of using up those overripe bananas you may have on your counter or stashed away in the freezer. I often augment the 1 ½ cup of 1:1 gluten free flour mix and often up to ½ cup of this is replaced with varying amounts of almond flour, ground flax seeds, chia seeds or protein powder. These muffins are easy and quick to make and are a great snack or breakfast.
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By Dr. Orest Szczurko, ND
The use of stomach acid blocking medications called proton pump inhibitors (PPI) has been associated with an increased risk of dementia, concludes a Danish study just published in Alzheimer’s and Dementia on October 5, 20231.
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By Dr. Viktoriya Zabigaylo, ND
The transition through menopause often leads to certain health risks due to lower estrogen levels. Estrogen helps to keep blood vessels healthy, prevents bone loss, maintains skin hydration and elasticity, improves mitochondrial function and protects against oxidative damage. With the decline in estrogen that naturally happens after menopause, women are more likely to develop certain diseases including cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, osteoporosis and bone fractures, mood disorders, and cognitive decline.
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By Dr. Viktoriya Zabigaylo, ND
Eating balanced meals is known to be an important factor for blood sugar control and ensuring that we get an adequate amount of nutrients. This means having enough protein, fat, and fiber with each meal. Recent research suggests that we should also consider the order in which we eat a meal, as it can also impact blood sugar regulation.
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