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“Exercise is more effective than medicine in reducing visceral fat according to a meta-analysis of 17 randomized controlled trials. Visceral fat is also known as abdominal fat and is involved in systemic inflammation through the production of adipokines. Visceral fat is linked to type 2 diabetes, certain types of cancer, heart disease and more.”

“In a previous episode of the podcast, we learned that sauna use seems to share many qualities of exercise, including improvements in arterial compliance, elevations in heart rate that reach levels you might see in aerobic exercise.”

“Notably, these findings were more pronounced in studies with larger participant groups (more than 50 people) and participants aged 55 or younger. A reduction of 4 mmHg in systolic blood pressure may seem modest, but even small reductions can lower the risk of heart disease and stroke.”

“Of the 24 studies, seven involved participants with no preexisting conditions while the remaining involved participants with varying conditions including obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, renal failure, and cancer.”

“Interestingly, sauna use elicits many of the beneficial effects of exercise. In fact, some evidence suggests that waon therapy, a form of thermal treatment commonly used in Japan, improves endothelial function in patients with ischemic heart disease.”

“Watercress is a cruciferous vegetable that contains a precursor to sulforaphane and other isothiocyanates such as allyl isothiocyanate. I talk about this watercress study and so much more in a comprehensive video on broccoli sprouts and sulforaphane and their effects on cancer, mortality, aging, the brain, heart disease and more! Video link: https://www.foundmyfitness.com/episodes/sulforaphane”

“These types of foods are often high in unhealthy fats and refined sugars and low in beneficial fiber. Findings presented recently at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2019 suggest that high intake of ultra-processed food is associated with poor cardiovascular health.”

“High CRP levels are associated with atherosclerosis, congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and myocarditis, suggesting that CRP participates in the pathophysiology of cardiovascular disease. Magnesium is an essential mineral.”

“These remarkable and diverse molecules reduce the inflammation that promotes many chronic diseases, including heart failure. Learn more about specialized pro-resolving mediators in this clip featuring Dr. Bill Harris. Link to full publication.”

“Triglycerides increased during the placebo period but remained stable with strawberries. The findings from this small study suggest that regular strawberry intake supports brain and heart health in older adults. Strawberries are rich in polyphenols.”