by Steve Querio on July 29, 2010
Is there a connection between your weight and your brain function? It’s certainly an interesting topic and some recent studies may show that this is true. A study published in the Journal of the American Geriatric Society (July 14, 2010) is the first to link excess weight in women to poorer memory and brain function. [...]
by Steve Querio on July 26, 2010
When we speak of insulin resistance, we really are talking about the root cause of the metabolic syndrome. It is the initial stage of many of the chronic illnesses that are present today. Although it is not the only cause, insulin resistance can be described as a large part of conditions such as increased weight [...]
by Steve Querio on December 8, 2009
Wow! That’s a harsh opener. But, for those with the right (or wrong) risk factors…you are setting yourself up to have “The Big One”. Acording to a study of 52 countries (Interheart), nine easily measured and potentially modifiable risk factors account for over 90% of the risk of an initial acute heart attack. The effect of [...]