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Decoding Longevity. How To Not Die. Young

Dr. Paddy Barrett

Cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia account for 60% of all deaths in the US. Let’s start with Cancer. Compared to those who had ‘Low’ lifestyle scores, those with ‘Ideal’ scores were 27% less likely to be diagnosed with cancer in the next ten years. These are NCD’s.

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How To Test For Insulin Resistance

Dr. Paddy Barrett

Insulin resistance is a core risk factor for the three leading causes of death: Cardiovascular Disease Cancer Dementia. Subscribe now Take cardiovascular disease, for example. Elevated blood pressure > 130mmHg (Systolic) Abnormal fasting glucose High Triglycerides - > 1.7 mmol/l (39 mg/dl), Females < 1.3

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Why Walking Might Save Your Life.

Dr. Paddy Barrett

Similar patterns have been observed for cardiovascular disease and also cancer. Less major diseases earlier in life. Therefore, even if living longer is not a priority, delaying the onset of a major chronic disease should be. Less gastroesophageal reflux disease. Less high blood pressure.

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How To Reduce The Risk Of Heart Disease If You Have Insulin Resistance.

Dr. Paddy Barrett

While pretty much everyone will develop coronary artery disease at some point in their lives if they live long enough, developing diabetes can pull forward the onset of coronary artery disease by over ten years 2. If delaying the onset of major chronic disease is your goal. You can still reduce risk.

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Why Preventing Diabetes With Lifestyle Measures Can Add Over A Decade To Your Life

Dr. Paddy Barrett

Share Why you die earlier is likely down to the earlier onset of the two major diseases that are the leading causes of death worldwide: Cardiovascular Disease Cancer. A diagnosis of diabetes in your 30s is associated with about a FOUR TIMES higher risk of both cardiovascular and cancer mortality. Impressive findings.