On today’s Good Day Health Show - ON DEMAND…

Host Doug Stephan and Dr. Ken Kronhaus of Lake Cardiology (352-735-1400) cover a number of topics affecting our health. First up, Doug and Dr. Ken discuss the biggest news stories in the medical world, starting with a focus on work being done to benefit children with asthma to keep them out of the emergency room with the help of a combination inhaler, the creation of a breakthrough material that could offer a novel approach to arthritis pain relief, and a daily cocoa extract supplement to help aid in heart health as we age.

Then, a discussion on some fruit getting a bad reputation for being high in sugar content, new research shows drinking any amount of alcohol likely increases a person’s risk of developing dementia, and how to further protect yourself against developing dementia when you’re already at risk.

Next up, Maria Branyas Morera encouraged scientists to study her ability at a long life prior to her death last August at 117 years old, and the reports have now been published. Researchers analyzed factors that contributed to her long life has revealed a healthy lifestyle, beneficial bacteria in her microbiome and genetics contributed to her longevity, as well as following a Mediterranean diet, abstaining from tobacco and alcohol, and walking regularly until her advanced age made walking too difficult.

Lastly, the conversation shifts to the connection between olive oil and belly fat.

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