What Causes AFib? The Role of Inflammation and AMPK
Key Takeaways Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is the most common form of cardiac arrhythmia. It is known that Afib is associated with an increased risk of stroke,…
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How Long Can Humans Fast? The Science of Fasting and Metabolism
Key Takeaways The human body is surprisingly fragile. Most people can survive only about three minutes without oxygen and about three days without water. Beyond those…
Read MoreWhy Omega-3 Studies Fall Short: Problems With Analysis
A recent article has been published stating that EPA is superior to combinations of EPA and DHA in treating cardiovascular disease (1). The conclusion was drawn based on analyzing…
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EPA and DHA: The Science Behind Why You Need Both Omega-3s In Your Diet
The primary benefits of omega-3s come from their ability to resolve inflammation through the hormones they generate. The two omega-3s that have been the most widely studied for…
Read MoreSome Inconvenient Facts About Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Heart Disease and Prostate Cancer
Two recent meta-analysis studies published by the same lead author have stated the conclusion that omega-3 fatty acids have little, if any, benefit in treating cardiovascular…
Read MoreIs There Something Fishy About Vascepa®?
Recently the FDA has allowed an expanded drug use for Vascepa® to reduce cardiovascular events in subjects with established heart disease and triglyceride levels greater than 150…
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