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One Of The Biggest Impact Things You Can Do To Live Longer.

Dr. Paddy Barrett

When you compare those in the highest fitness levels to those in the lowest fitness levels, the impact on early death, death from heart disease and cancer deaths is incredible 1. Cancer deaths: 43% reduction in risk. Cancer deaths: 7% reduction in risk. Why Does Exercise Make Such A Difference? Increases muscle mass.

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14 Ways To Prevent Dementia

Dr. Paddy Barrett

More than heart disease or cancer, the risk of dementia often creates much greater anxiety in the patients I see. So, if living longer, at a higher quality of life with preserved cognitive capacity is a priority, then exercise has to be on your list. High LDL Cholesterol. But can dementia be prevented? The answer is yes.

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10 Things You Can Do To Improve Your Heart Health

Dr. Paddy Barrett

What is a normal cholesterol? What type of exercise should I do? It usually takes many years of being exposed to an uncontrolled risk factor such as high blood pressure, high LDL cholesterol or diabetes. Lp(a) is a genetic cholesterol particle disorder that is present in 10 to 20% of the population. No symptoms.

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Debunking Myths About Cardiac Health and Heart Diseases

Wellnest

By adopting a heart-healthy diet, engaging in regular physical activity, managing stress, avoiding smoking, and controlling blood pressure and cholesterol levels, we can mitigate genetic predispositions' impact and reduce our overall risk of cardiovascular disease. It affects more women than all types of cancer combined.

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Revolutionary Results: How Modern Weight Loss Medications are Changing the Game

Dr. Paddy Barrett

There is even emerging evidence that the use of such therapies may even reduce the risk of colorectal cancer by up to 50% 6. This is no different to how we manage high LDL cholesterol or high blood pressure. Aerobic or Resistance Exercise, or Both, in Dieting Obese Older Adults. Will These Therapies Always Be Injectables?

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Does Stress Cause Heart Disease?

Dr. Paddy Barrett

When stress is included in the risk factor profile for a future heart attack, it comes in third on the list after abnormal cholesterol and smoking 1. Receiving a cancer diagnosis is associated with a more than five-fold increased risk of a cardiovascular event 5. 4 Exercise Counteracts the Cardiotoxicity of Psychosocial Stress.

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Women and Heart Health: Unique Considerations and Risks

MIBHS

It’s the leading cause of death for women, claiming more lives each year than all forms of cancer combined. Postmenopausal women are at a higher risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and other heart-related issues. Regular Exercise : Physical activity is a powerful tool for maintaining heart health.