You should check your Lp(a) once in your life and regularly aim to have your LDL cholesterol under 60 and APOB under 50-60.

Unlike fruit juice, whole fruits contain fiber which slows down fructose absorption, preventing the sharp blood sugar spikes that lead to metabolic issues.

To maximize muscle response to resistance exercise, aim for around 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight daily.

As people age, some medications that were beneficial when younger can become harmful and should be reviewed for removal in a process called 'deprescribing'.

High doses of vitamin D can increase the risk of falls and fractures, while excessive vitamin B6 can cause nerve damage, so daily vitamin D should not exceed 2,000 IU without medical advice.

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends against using vitamin A and E supplements for the prevention of cardiovascular disease or cancer.

All women should get a DEXA scan from age 65, while men and younger women should consider one from age 50 if risk factors for osteoporosis are present.

Based on the groundbreaking SPRINT study, a systolic blood pressure of 120 offers significant risk reductions in heart disease.