Sleep and Longevity: Article Review
Sleep is important for health and longevity – this is something that is already well-established. Significant research has gone into determining how much sleep is optimal for your health, with recommendations settling around 7-8 hours for most people. However, a 2024 study by Windred et al. published in the journal Sleep draws attention to the fact that duration is not the only metric we can measure, and perhaps not even the most important.
Celiac Disease Awareness Month: Why Screening Matters for Long-Term Health
At Connect Health, we believe that longevity isn’t just about adding years to your life — it’s about optimizing your health so those years are vibrant, energetic, and disease-free. One often-overlooked condition that can silently undermine this goal is celiac disease.
What is biological aging and how do we measure it?
Aging involves the gradual deterioration of the physiological functions that are necessary for survival over time. A person’s chronological age is well-defined and easy to measure; it is the number of years that have passed since the day you were born. ‘Biological age’ refers to the speed at which your cells, tissues, and organs are aging, which can differ from chronological age.
NEWS FLASH: Recent research on potential health benefits associated with shingles vaccination
Colon Cancer Screening: When and How to Get Checked
Early Detection Saves Lives – Colon cancer is highly treatable when detected early, yet many cases are diagnosed at later stages due to lack of screening. Further, we have noticed an increase in colon cancer in younger populations.
Gut Microbiome Analysis: A New Frontier in Colon Cancer Screening
Colorectal polyps are the primary precursors to colorectal cancer (CRC), the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide and the second leading cause in Canada. While CRC is largely preventable through early detection and removal of precancerous polyps, survival rates drop significantly once the disease is established.
Music – For Therapy?
Music has a long history as a healing modality dating back many thousands of years. Every culture has a way of incorporating drumming, songs, instruments such as flutes, lutes, harps or the layered vibrations of singing bowls into healing practices.
Warming Up Over the Holidays: The Benefits of Sauna Use
As the temperature drops this holiday season, there’s no better way to stay warm than by embracing the heat of a sauna! Not only is it a cozy escape from the chill, but regular sauna use offers a wide range of health benefits that can help you feel your best.
Bone Health: Early Detection for a Stronger Future
Bone density testing is the most common and accurate method to assess bone health. As we age, our bones naturally begin to lose density, a process that can start as early as our 30’s. It is recommended that women with risk factors for osteoporosis, as well as women aged 65 or older, undergo screening for bone health.
Glucose Guardians: How Blood Sugar Shapes Cognitive Destiny
Imagine your brain as a bustling metropolis, consuming a staggering 20-25% of your body’s energy while occupying just 2% of its mass. This neural city thrives on glucose, converting it into ATP – the cellular energy currency – within microscopic power plants called mitochondria.
Top 3 High-Leverage Recommendations for Optimal Health and Vitality
We often seek gadgets, methods, supplements, and complex protocols to help us achieve optimal health. While these things can be very helpful, the foundation for truly rock-solid health lies in simple practices that don’t require any fancy tools.
ApoE – Alzheimer’s Gene
The APOE gene variants, particularly APOE ε4, are associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease and cardiovascular disease. Some evidence suggests links to mood disorders. Understanding one’s APOE genotype can help assess Alzheimer’s risk, cognitive health, and potentially inform treatment strategies for mental health conditions.