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“Several studies have shown that frequent sauna bathing (4-7 times per week, 174°F for 20 min.) is associated with a 50% lower risk for fatal heart disease, 60% lower risk for sudden cardiac death, 51% lower risk for stroke, and 46% lower risk for hypertension.”

“The clock also predicted comorbidity burden, disease-free status, physical functioning, and coronary heart disease risk. GrimAge "GrimAge is a hazard signal, not a horoscope. It estimates relative mortality risk; it does not tell you when you will die.".”

“Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. A common feature of heart disease is arrhythmia, an irregular heartbeat. Interestingly, research in fruit flies has shown that unhealthy lifestyle behaviors, such as poor sleep and diet, increase the risk of developing arrhythmias.”

“The Omega-3 Index is a powerful predictor of heart disease, similar to other well-known risk factors. COVID-19 patients with higher Omega-3 Index scores (5.7 percent or higher) were 75 percent less likely to die from the disease than those with the lowest scores.”

“As we age, our heart undergoes significant structural changes – some as early as our 40s and 50s, especially if we're sedentary. The heart's walls thicken, the valves stiffen, and eventually, there's atrophy, increasing our risk for cardiovascular disease.”

“The balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fats in the blood may influence a person's risk of developing metabolic syndrome—a cluster of conditions that raise the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.”

“Other studies note a dose-response relationship between alcohol intake and cardiovascular diseases: For every 100-gram increase in alcohol consumption (above 100 grams per week or less): The risk for stroke, coronary heart disease, heart failure, hypertension, and aortic aneurysm increased by 6%–24%.”

“However, Dr. Elinav cautions it is unlikely that a single factor is responsible for a diverse and complex disease such as heart disease. Furthermore, chemicals from cigarette smoke can penetrate gut tissues, influencing the microbiome.”

“While this system might have served an important function evolutionarily, today it contributes to the chronic inflammation associated with heart disease. In this clip, Dr. Ronald Krauss discusses the role of inflammation in lipoprotein metabolism.”

“Aerobic exercise improves mitochondrial function, fat oxidation, and heart health, and increases VO2 max, a predictor of longevity. The recommendation is to complete 150-300 minutes of moderate or 75-150 minutes of vigorous exercise per week.”