We’re excited to spotlight Gracia Luz Don, MD, ABAARM, FAAMM, for this month’s A4M Member Spotlight. Dr. Luz Don is the Chief of Cardiology Service at San Martín Hospital in Paraná, Argentina, and the founder of the Center of Healthy Life and Nutrition, a hub for anti-aging and regenerative medicine. With cardiology, nutrition, and functional…
Month: September 2023
Do You Have to Take Semaglutide for Life?
Perhaps the most common questions we hear at Rejuvime Medical from women and men considering starting compounded semaglutide injections is how long do you have to take semaglutide for effective weight loss, and what happens if you stop taking semaglutide? Before answering those questions, it’s essential to understand compounded semaglutide and identify the reasons for…
What Are Sugar Alcohols and Should You Avoid Them?
Sugar alcohols are sweet organic chemical compounds commonly used as a sugar substitute. Because they don’t impact blood sugar in the same way regular sugar does, they can be beneficial to individuals who are looking to control their blood sugar levels or intake. Products that include them are often marketed as “low-carb” or “sugar-free.” Here’s…
Discover the Best Places: Where to Buy Hops for Beer Enthusiasts
For beer enthusiasts, the journey to crafting the perfect brew is a labor of love. Among the myriad of ingredients that contribute to the complexity and flavor of beer, hops hold a special place. These aromatic green cones not only add bitterness and aroma but also contribute to the character of the beer. In this…
Neurosurgery, Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease, and Optimizing VO2max with Dr. Joseph Maroon
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How Bad Is It to Eat Moldy Food?
You’ve probably come across some moldy food that looks salvageable: that piece of bread with a spot of mold, or that pepper with mossy seeds. And what about moldy cheese? Is that safe to eat? Let’s break it down. What Is Mold and What Causes It? Molds are fungi that live on plants and animals,…
What Does a “Balanced Meal” Look Like?
With the galaxy of tech and fad diets that have recently emerged, many of us have become obsessed with “hacking” our nutrition. Along the way, however, we’ve forgotten about an essential concept: balance. Yep, a balanced meal — that subject of elementary-school wheels and pyramids — goes a long way toward helping you realize your…
Strength Training for Longevity: How Just 30-60 Minutes per Week Can Lower Death Risk by Over 10%
If you knew that one activity could reduce your risk of death by over 10%, would you do it? Recent studies show the remarkable health benefits of strength training. [1] Beyond mere aesthetics, strength training plays a prominent role in leading a healthier, longer, and more active life. It’s not just about looking strong on…
APOE and COMT: Cognitive performance in aging
For a long time, researchers focused on finding individual gene variants – SNPs – that were associated with traits or diseases. It was a one-to-one kind of relationship. Then came genome-wide association studies, which gave us multiple variants that had a tiny effect on a trait or disease. More recently, researchers have focused more on…
Struggling to Get Enough Protein? 5 Reasons to Try Protein Shakes
The benefits of protein shakes extend to pretty much anybody with fitness goals, whether it’s building muscle, losing weight, or ensuring you get enough protein to support overall health. There’s a reason why you see so many people — and not just gym rats — carrying shaker cups filled with protein powder. “Although I always…