Tag: Sleep
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You Can’t Out-Gym an Unhealthy Life: Why Daily Grind May Harm the Heart Even with Exercise and Salads
Introduction: The Hidden Heart Risks in a Busy Modern Life Many of us swap long workdays for quick workouts and sprinkle in greens to feel virtuous about our health. But a warning from a leading U.S. cardiologist suggests that this well-intentioned routine may not be enough to protect the heart. Dr. Dmitry Yaranov, known to…
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Cardiologist warns how your daily ‘grind’ may be killing your heart despite exercise and salads
Why a Healthy Salad and Daily Exercise Aren’t Enough When you picture a heart-healthy routine, you might imagine brisk workouts, colorful salads, and a consistent morning jog. Yet a growing body of expert opinion suggests this isn’t the full picture. Dr. Dmitry Yaranov, a U.S.-based cardiologist known to followers as @heart_transplant_doc, warns that even the…
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Why Sleep Experts Urge Abolishing Daylight Saving Time
Daylight Saving Time disrupts the body’s clock Every spring and fall, millions adjust their clocks, but sleep experts warn that this biannual shift isn’t merely a nuisance. It perturbs the body’s internal clock, or circadian rhythm, which governs sleep, mood, and metabolic processes. The disruption isn’t about losing an hour of sleep for one night;…
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Clocks Fall Back Tonight: Daylight Saving Time Ends and an Extra Hour of Sleep
What Changes This Weekend As the calendar turns to November, millions of people will experience an hour of rest as clocks are set back by one hour. Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 2, at 2:00 a.m., when most clocks automatically shift to standard time. The practical effect is that sunrise and sunset shift…
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Poor Sleep Tied to Adverse Health Outcomes in Seniors in Long-Term Care
Sleep Problems in Long-Term Care: A Growing Concern Sleep problems affect more than one in five residents in long-term care facilities, a finding that sheds light on a hidden but critical aspect of senior health. An international study led by researchers from the University of Waterloo analyzed health records of over 21,000 residents aged 65…
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Should I Take a Magnesium Supplement for Sleep or Cramps? What the Evidence Says
Do I really need magnesium in my diet? Magnesium is an essential mineral the body relies on for hundreds of enzymatic processes. It helps build proteins, supports muscle and nerve function, and aids energy release from foods. Since the body doesn’t produce magnesium, we must obtain it from what we eat. The recommended daily intake…
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Should I Take a Magnesium Supplement? Sleep, Cramps, and What You Need to Know
Do you really need a magnesium supplement? Magnesium is essential for hundreds of body processes, from energy production to nerve and muscle function. Yet the body can’t make magnesium on its own, so we must obtain it from food or, if needed, supplements. For most adults, a balanced diet provides enough magnesium, making supplements unnecessary…
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Cold Weather Warning: 5 Things Arthritis Patients Must Do Before Winter Hits
Winter Is a Test for Joints — Here Are 5 Essential Preparations As temperatures drop, many people with arthritis notice increased joint pain, stiffness, and limited mobility. With a proactive plan, you can minimize winter-related symptoms and keep your joints moving. These five practical steps blend warmth, movement, nutrition, mental health, and protective habits to…
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Magnesium Supplements: Do They Help Sleep or Cramps?
What is magnesium and why do we need it? Magnesium is an essential mineral that powers more than 300 enzymes in the body. It supports protein synthesis, muscle and nerve function, energy production, and blood sugar control. The body does not produce magnesium on its own, so we must obtain it from foods and, if…
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Five Longevity Hacks to Help You Live Beyond 100, Stanford-Backed
Introduction: A Stanford-Rooted Path to Longevity In the quest to extend healthy years, Dr. Peter Attia—Stanford-trained physician and longevity researcher—highlights practical, preventive strategies designed to push back the years with better health First and foremost, these five hacks focus on longevity through prevention, not wait-and-see treatment. They aim to reduce the risk of the four…