The Aesthetics Advisor

If you're looking for a way to decrease your risk of developing coronary heart disease, stroke and Type 2 diabetes, research has revealed profound results from starting a simple new habit: consuming an extra 100 milligrams (mg) of magnesium via your food on a daily basis. Researchers at Zhejiang University and Zhengzhou University in China found that more than 1 million people across nine countries who consumed the most magnesium tested out with a 10% lower risk of coronary heart disease, a 12% lower stroke risk and a 26% lower risk of Type 2 diabetes. Regarding the research, which was published in Biomed Central, 1  lead study author Fudi Wang, Ph.D., explains: "Low levels of magnesium in the body have been associated with a range of diseases, but no conclusive evidence has been put forward on the link between dietary magnesium and health risks. Our meta-analysis provides the most up-to-date evidence supporting a link between the role of magnesium in food and reducing the ris...

Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States suffers a stroke. Annually, this adds up to nearly 800,000 people nationwide. Estimates show that from 2018 to 2019, stroke-related medical costs in America amounted to 56.5 billion dollars. No matter where you look or how you parse the data, it’s clear that stroke is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide. The good news, however, is that according to the research, almost 80% of strokes can be prevented through awareness, risk factor management, and lifestyle changes. Here are five quick-fire facts to empower you to take charge of your brain health and reduce your risk of stroke. #1: Act FAST    Before we discuss prevention strategies and tactics, it’s important to note that when a stroke does occur, every minute matters. Rapid response is crucial to limiting the extent of brain damage. Familiarize yourself with the FAST acronym: Facial drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call emergency services. By...

Ginkgo biloba, which comes from one of the oldest known tree species, may hold secrets to boosting cognitive function, even after stroke. In the U.S., someone has a stroke every 40 seconds. In 87% of those cases, the stroke is ischemic, meaning blood flow to the brain is blocked. 1 Cognitive impairment is a common consequence, with up to 60% of stroke survivors suffering from post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI) within one year. While about 20% of mild cases may resolve, up to one-third go on to develop dementia over the next five years. 2  Ginkgo shows promise for improving cognitive recovery when used in the early days following stroke. 3 Ginkgo May Help Improve Cognition After Stroke Ginkgo has been used as a cardio- and cerebrovascular nutraceutical for centuries in Asian countries, and is a revered part of traditional Chinese medicine. 4  Studies are ongoing looking into the effect of the ginkgo compound ginkgolide B to prevent cerebrovascular diseases, including ische...