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Taking agency over your nutrition is the start to a healthier, longer, happier life.  And education is the first step to agency.  Start with my Reference List  to find a book or documentary that sounds interesting to you.  Once you learn more about nutrition and health, you will realize how much more there is to learn and how important it is for you to take responsibility and make your own nutrition choices.

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Samir Adams Ghosh

Samir Adams Ghosh

Samir was exposed to complexities and importance of nutrition at an early age by his mother, and has driven to learn more by loved one health issues, and 15 years coaching endurance events. You can find out more about Samir at: www.Ghosh.com

Rethinking Red Meat: A Step Towards Curtailing Type 2 Diabetes Risk

In recent years, numerous studies have surfaced indicating a correlation between red meat consumption and an elevated risk of type 2 diabetes. One such notable study conducted by the Harvard School of Public Health revealed that higher red meat intake is significantly associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes. Moreover, the risk diminishes considerably when red meat is replaced with healthier protein sources like nuts, whole grains, or legumes1. Let’s delve into some of the specifics unearthed by the study:
  • Increased Risk: Every additional serving of red meat was associated with a 19% […]
November 4th, 2023|Categories: Diabetes, Meat|Comments Off on Rethinking Red Meat: A Step Towards Curtailing Type 2 Diabetes Risk

“Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” Summary

The documentary film “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” follows author and National Geographic explorer Dan Buettner as he travels to five regions of the world where people live exceptionally long and healthy lives. These “blue zones” are located in Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia, Italy; Ikaria, Greece; Nicoya, Costa Rica; and Loma Linda, California.

Buettner interviews centenarians in these communities and identifies nine common lifestyle habits that contribute to their longevity. These habits include:

  • Move naturally. People in blue zones tend to be active throughout their lives, getting regular exercise without even thinking […]
September 11th, 2023|Categories: Aging, Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure, Longevity, Meat, Mental Health, Processed|Comments Off on “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” Summary

Alzheimer’s Breakthrough: New Blood Biomarker Discovered

Astrocytes are a type of cell in the brain. They do many things, including helping to control the levels of different substances in the brain. This is important for keeping the brain working properly.

Now, when we eat a lot of fatty foods, these fats can affect the brain. If there’s too much fat, it can lead to what’s called “lipotoxicity.” This is a fancy term for a harmful effect on the brain due to excessive fats. These excessive fats can encourage overeating and lead to obesity.

In a study on mice, researchers found that a certain protein on astrocytes, called CD36, […]

July 2nd, 2023|Categories: Aging, Alzheimer’s, Dementia|Comments Off on Alzheimer’s Breakthrough: New Blood Biomarker Discovered
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