Why are some states heart-healthier than others? There’s no single reason why some states appear to have healthier hearts than others. I see a few primary reasons why we see such a divide between each state — particularly the cultural norms between Northern and Southern cooking.
Dr. Phil Ovadia, a noted cardiothoracic surgeon, was recently featured in a news segment that was aired on both Fox News and ABC News in Illinois as part of the National Heart Health Month awareness campaign. The segment called attention to the fact that heart disease is the number one cause of death in Americans. Dr. Ovadia told journalist Marlena Lang that the primary driver of heart disease is the diet many of us have.
You’ll never hear me suggest adding margarine to the mix. That’s because it’s one of the worst fats you could eat. And despite the advertising, it’s certainly not good for your heart.
Cardiac surgeon advocates for a fundamental shift—from treating to preventing heart disease
“Stay Off My Operating Table®” Author: I have lost 100 pounds and greatly improved my overall wellbeing. [I] feel better as I approach 50 than I did in my 20s and 30s.”
Hopefully, you don’t need me to remind you how important hydration is for your health. Being strategic about what you drink, how much you drink, and when to drink can control blood sugar levels, boost performance, and restore metabolic functions. That said, there’s a lot more to hydration than just ‘drinking more water.’ Here’s what
Nicotine is technically classified as a poison — it was one of the world’s first major agricultural pesticides. High doses can kill bugs in just one hour. It can also kill humans in the same amount of time.
The idea of ‘eat less, lose more’ is a terrible approach to health. If you’ve ever been overweight and visited a doctor, I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase once or twice. I’m here to tell you it’s not only flawed reasoning, but it’s a pivotal part of our metabolic health crisis.
Your doctor should be working in your favor. If they’re not helping you reach your health goals, they’re not a fit for your needs.So is it time to fire your doctor and hire another?Here are five ways to tell:
On today’s episode of Digital Social Hour, Philip Ovadia reveals how young people are getting on his operation table, why so many people are unhealthy and why meat is actually healthy for you, despite studies saying it is a carcinogen.
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