First published on April 9, 2019. This page is updated with new information. Metabolic Syndrome is a common condition that increases the risk of coronary heart disease, obesity, and Type 2 diabetes. Metabolic syndrome is present if three of the five conditions are present: Fasting blood sugar of more than 100 mg/dl Obesity High triglycerides…
The 80-20 Rule, or the Pareto principle, states that for many events, only 20% of the cause can explain 80% of the results. 20% of the input is responsible for 80% of the output, and 20% of your effort makes up 80% of your outcome. This article shows how diet and exercise can prevent many common…
Loose teeth may be periodontitis, and they may have Metabolic Syndrome (MetS). Conversely, if someone has poorly controlled diabetes, they may have periodontitis. Periodontal disease is a disease of the mouth caused by germs that weakens the attachment of the tooth to the gums that ultimately leads to loss of teeth. Signs and symptoms…
There is a dose-response relationship between physical activity and length of life. The more and vigorous the movement, the longer the life. That was the topic of Physical Activity Correlates with Life Span. The more powerful the movement, the longer the life. So how does the body do that? How can movement and exercise make…
“As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.” Doctor: “I want you to have some tests done right away. I am concerned that you may have metabolic syndrome. That will put you at risk for a heart attack and stroke.” You: “Sure, doc. Thanks for your concern. What do I do?” Doctor: “First, I…
The Fantastic Brick Road Imagine yourself walking in an old town, enjoying the scene, enjoying the fresh air, and appreciating the culture. You notice something different about the brick road. The road seems to be alive. It changes its width to accommodate travelers. The more traffic, the wider it gets, and the less traffic, the…
This post is a continuation of the article, Can You be Skinny and Obese, wherein we talked about the Metabolically Obese Normal Weight (MONW) individual at risk for chronic diseases like diabetes heart problems. These individuals are Thin-Outside-Fat-Inside hence TOFI. An individual who has a sedentary lifestyle and has a liking for sweets, carbohydrates, and…
In part 1 and 2 of this series, we saw how John developed the diseases associated with the metabolic syndrome and how John was able to regain his health with fasting and exercise. Part 2 ended with the question, “What organ system can make John live the longest?” Internal Organs Move Involuntarily. They function automatically….
The Challenge When John was still a baby, his body organs bragged about who can make John healthy and live the longest. They all agreed on a competition. The brain said, “Since I can think, I can make John live the longest.” Not so said the heart, “I supply the blood, as long as I…
This article is a segment of the series about the diseases associated with Metabolic Syndrome (MetS). Part 1 describes the top ten causes of deaths that are related to MetS. Shortness of Breath Metabolic Syndrome is associated with reduced lung function and higher chances of deaths from cardiovascular and all other causes. Difficulty breathing at rest and…
What Is Resistance Training? Resistance training is muscle contraction against an external force. Weight training using barbells, weight machines, and bodyweight exercises are all resistance exercises. For this article, we will focus on barbell training and the effect on the different organ systems. Central Nervous System – The Brain Improves cognition and strength. High‐intensity progressive…
Dolor, rubor, tumor, and calor are Latin names for pain, redness, swelling, and warmth respectively. All of them are found in inflammation on the body surface. External Inflammation If a hot liquid spills on your skin. Inflammation follows with some four-letter expletives. A first-degree burn is when the skin surface gets red. A second-degree burn is…
LDL, the so-called “Bad Cholesterol” is not really cholesterol. LDL stands for Low-Density Lipoprotein. Role of Lipoproteins Whenever we eat fat or oil in our meal, they have to be transported with the blood. But blood is similar to water, and we know that water and oil do not mix. To be transported, the fat…
Start with Why? Why are you fasting? You have to know the answer. You have to write it down. Is it to make your abdomen smaller? Is it to get rid of all those bad stuff inside you making you insulin resistant? Is it to control your blood sugar and take fewer medications? Is it…
