Better Sleep, Brain Boosts, and the Truth About Cholesterol

Host Doug Stephan and Dr. Ken Kronhaus of Lake Cardiology (352-735-1400) cover a number of topics affecting our health. First up, Doug and Dr. Ken discuss the biggest news stories in the medical world, starting with a focus on the good news that eating more fruits and vegetables has been found to promote better sleep, the brain-health benefits of cycling, and why high blood pressure is linked to developing Alzheimers and other forms of dementias. Continuing with the Alzheimer’s and dementia, Doug and Dr. Ken share why sitting too long can raise the risk of developing the progressive neurodegenerative diseases, and how too much time in your seat can undo any amount of exercise in which you partake. Next, the conversation shifts to biological aging on a cellular level, Eli Lilly’s acquisition of Verve Therapeutics, and the evolved thinking of cholesterol and that “good cholesterol” isn’t as good as once thought. Then, a push from RFK Jr. and members of congress to stop drug companies from advertising on radio and television, how to extend years on your life and age healthily (following a healthy diet like the MIND or Mediterranean Diets, regular physical activity, and cognitive and social engagement), a potential blood test that could indicate how long a person may live, and how the usage of marijuana dramatically increases the risk of dying from a heart attack or stroke. Oh, and there’s a new COVID-19 variant (AKA razor blade throat) with a very painful sore throat symptom.Website: GoodDayHealthShow.comSocial Media: @GoodDayNetworks