Hello, it’s Sunday, November 12. You’re about to discover the truth behind the starchy vegetable myth, 8 top tips to get more deep sleep, 8 amazing uses for bentonite clay, the dangers of a “silent” disease, a tangy fall cranberry recipe, and more…
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Red Meat Consumption Linked to Higher Heart Disease, Diabetes Risk
Consuming even moderate amounts of red meat each day may significantly raise the risk of heart disease and diabetes, according to a new research review. Processed red meat (bacon, etc.) appears to have the worst effects, but even unprocessed red meat can harm cardiometabolic health.
In the review, researchers analyzed 70 total studies with a combined number of participants totaling over 6,000,000. They focused on whether consuming processed or unprocessed red meat had an impact on the risk of developing heart disease or diabetes in both Eastern and Western settings.
The findings showed that every 50 g (1.76 oz) increment of processed red meat per day corresponded to a 26% greater risk of heart disease and a 44% higher risk of type 2 diabetes. Each 100 g/day (3.5 oz) increment of unprocessed red meat was associated with an 11% higher risk of heart disease and a 27% greater risk of type 2 diabetes.
The negative effects of red meat were greater in Western settings where diets are higher in processed red meat, high-fat dairy products, and refined grains. Eastern dietary patterns that included more vegetables and seafood seemed to offset some of the effects of red meat consumption.
Improving Deep Sleep May Help Prevent Dementia
Increasing or maintaining the amount of deep sleep older adults get each night may help to prevent or stave off dementia, a recent study has found. On the flip side, each 1% reduction in deep sleep per year could be associated with up to a 27% higher risk of dementia.
“Slow-wave sleep, or deep sleep, supports the ageing brain in many ways,” said Matthew Pase, lead study author, “and we know that sleep augments the clearance of metabolic waste from the brain, including facilitating the clearance of proteins that aggregate in Alzheimer’s disease.”
In the study, 346 participants over the age of 60 completed two overnight sleep studies that were around 5 years apart. They were then followed for about 17 years and cases of dementia were tracked. Researchers found that the amount of deep sleep declined as a whole between the two studies, and greater loss of deep sleep corresponded with a higher dementia risk.
Deep sleep, also known as slow-wave sleep, occurs in the third stage of non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep. Adults normally spend about 20% of the night in slow-wave sleep, and it’s a critical time for the body to repair and restore itself. (For more, see the article ‘8 Top Tips to Get More DEEP Sleep’ below ↓)
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The Definitive Guide To Dementia Prevention
Research increasingly suggests that dementia may be largely preventable.
However, memory damage often starts decades before symptoms arise, which means it’s critical to start making changes as soon as possible. Unfortunately, this can be problematic, since there is limited and often conflicting information available about which specific changes you should focus on. That’s why Julia Lundstrom, Neuroscience and Brain Health Educator, created her free workshop: The Definitive Guide To Dementia Prevention. In it, you’ll discover what your current Alzheimer's risks are, how to boost a protein that is key to Alzheimer's prevention, and how to undo any past damage to your brain by stimulating stem cell rejuvenation.
Find out more about this FREE definitive dementia prevention workshop and save your spot here.
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5 Health Benefits of Sunflower Seeds, Including Lower Cholesterol
Despite being tiny, sunflower seeds pack in a ton of nutrients, including fiber, protein, healthy fats, vitamin E, manganese, and selenium. Snacking on them has shown promise for lowering LDL “bad” cholesterol and blood pressure levels, making these seeds great for your heart. Their protein and fiber content may also help with blood sugar control and will keep you feeling full. Plus, sunflower seeds are rich in antioxidants that have disease-fighting effects. (More)
Endometriosis May Be Linked to IBS, Is Commonly Misdiagnosed
Endometriosis is a condition that now affects an estimated 1 in 7 women. One of the most common symptoms is pelvic or abdominal pain, but it can also cause gastrointestinal symptoms. New research has now shown that there appears to be a link between endometriosis and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), meaning patients with one condition are more likely to also have the other. In addition, because the two disorders can present with similar symptoms, endometriosis can be misdiagnosed, leading to the need for more awareness. (More)
Starchy Vegetables Are Nutritious, Don’t Deserve Their Bad Reputation
Starchy vegetables, like potatoes, have gained something of a bad reputation because they are high on carbs. However, experts are concerned about this trend, mainly because starchy veggies are rich in essential nutrients commonly lacking in the western diet. For example, though both are healthy, high carb veggies typically have more potassium and vitamin C than whole grains. Guidelines currently recommend eating 5-6 cups of starchy vegetables per week. (More)
Tai Chi May Help Slow Progression of Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease currently impacts over 10 million people worldwide and leads to symptoms like tremors, balance impairment, and coordination problems. According to a new study, practicing tai chi – an ancient Chinese martial arts practice – may be able to slow the progression of Parkinson’s and lower the amount of medication needed by patients. The benefits in the study were seen from twice weekly practice continued for several years. (More)
What You Should Know About “Silent” Liver Disease + Prevention Tips
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a condition in which too much fat builds up in the liver. It affects about 25% of the world’s population but often has no symptoms until later stages making it a “silent” disease. Risk factors include being overweight, having insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes, and high triglyceride or cholesterol levels. The best way to prevent NAFLD is to eat a healthy diet, limit alcohol and sugary drinks, exercise, and maintain a healthy weight. (More)
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Newborn babies have the fastest heart rates coming in at around 70-190 beats per minute. A normal resting heart rate for adults is between 60-100 beats per minute, although women tend to have slightly faster heart rates than men – about 8 more beats per minute.
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Stop Memory Damage With Science-Based Steps
Are you worried about losing your memory as you get older?
This is a very legitimate concern as dementia continues to affect more and more people around the world. But there are steps you can take based on the latest scientific discoveries to reduce your dementia risk and undo past memory damage. These steps are laid out in the new Definitive Guide To Dementia Prevention workshop led by Julia Lundstrom, Neuroscience and Brain Health Educator. It includes the top strategies science shows help prevent memory loss and a step-by-step action plan that you can start today to get on the path to dementia prevention. Find out more about this FREE memory-protection workshop and sign up here.
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> What did the fish say when he won his case? “I’m off the hook!”
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