
I Read 250 Studies: 5 MORE Things I Learned about your Health
Physionic
May 6, 2024
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Weigh niacin's heart benefits against potential risks
Despite potential heart benefits, niacin supplementation can cause uncomfortable flushing and, with long-term use, may increase blood sugar and the risk of diabetes.
Incorporate five habits to extend life by 12-14 years
Adhering to five key lifestyle factors (good nutrition, normal body weight, no smoking, physical activity, and low alcohol intake) can add a predicted 12 to 14 years to your life expectancy.
Quit smoking to maximize life expectancy
Of the five major lifestyle factors for longevity, not smoking has the single greatest impact on increasing life expectancy.
Evaluate niacin's benefits against non-statin therapies for heart disease
Niacin appears ineffective for heart disease when compared against statins in studies, but it shows a clear benefit when compared against non-statin therapies.
Recognize diabetes risk in thin individuals with low personal fat threshold
Some people have a low 'personal fat threshold,' causing them to store fat around their organs instead of under their skin, which can lead to diseases like type 2 diabetes even when they appear thin.
Enhance memory in older adults with creatine supplementation
Meta-analyses show creatine supplementation improves memory in individuals over 65, but this specific effect is not consistently seen in younger people.
Enhance mitochondrial efficiency with methylene blue
Methylene blue can bypass parts of the mitochondrial electron transport chain to reduce the production of damaging reactive oxygen species (ROS) while still allowing for cellular energy production.
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