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News & Articles By Patrick Lewis
11/09/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Poor heart health in midlife linked to greater dementia risk, study finds
Poor heart health in midlife, particularly in people in their 50s, is linked to a significantly higher risk of developing dementia later in life, with early warning signs detectable up to 25 years before diagnosis. Troponin levels, a marker of heart muscle damage, were found to be consistently higher in those who went on to […]
11/09/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Beyond digestion: How fiber fuels your body’s cellular powerhouses
Fiber does more than aid digestion—it plays a vital role in keeping mitochondria, the energy-producing “powerhouses” of cells, functioning efficiently. Healthy mitochondria support energy, focus and resilience, while poorly functioning ones can contribute to fatigue, brain fog and inflammation. Gut bacteria convert fiber into butyrate, a compound that fuels gut mitochondria, strengthens the intestinal barrier […]
11/08/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Listening to your body: What bloating is really trying to tell you
Bloating is the body’s feedback system, signaling that something in the digestive tract—like imbalance, inflammation or stress—needs attention rather than suppression. Mindful awareness and slower eating can ease bloating by allowing proper digestion and strengthening the gut-brain connection. A balanced gut microbiome is essential for nutrient absorption and overall health; nourishing it with fiber, prebiotics […]
11/04/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Walking 5,000 steps a day could delay Alzheimer’s progression by years, study finds
Walking as few as 5,000 steps a day may slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease by several years, according to new Harvard-led research published in Nature. Researchers tracked 296 adults aged 50–90 over nine years, finding that those who walked between 5,001 and 7,500 steps daily delayed cognitive decline by up to seven years. The […]
11/02/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Balancing the autonomic nervous system: Natural remedies for everyday symptoms
Common symptoms such as headaches, heart palpitations, insomnia and muscle aches may indicate autonomic nervous system (ANS) dysfunction, which affects vital functions like heart rate, breathing and digestion. Symptoms of ANS imbalance can manifest in five key categories: neurological (dizziness, headaches), sensory (blurred vision, tinnitus), digestive (bloating, acid reflux), endocrine/muscular (cold extremities, muscle tension) and […]
10/19/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
High-normal potassium levels cut arrhythmia risk by 24% in ICD patients: POTCAST trial shows promise
The POTCAST randomized trial showed that elevating potassium levels to a “high-normal” range (4.5–5.0 mmol/L) reduced the risk of serious heart rhythm events in ICD patients by 24 percent (hazard ratio 0.76) over ~39.6 months. In the study of 1,200 participants (baseline potassium less than or equal to 4.3 mmol/L), 22.7 percent of the intervention […]
10/13/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Understanding chronic diarrhea through the lens of TCM pattern theory
Recurring diarrhea may reflect deeper imbalances in qi or metabolism in TCM, with “dampness” (unresolved moisture) as a key underlying factor disrupting digestion. TCM splits dampness into cold-damp (symptoms: watery stools, abdominal pain, cold sensations) and damp-heat(symptoms: sticky, foul stools, burning discomfort), each addressed with distinct herbal formulas. A third pattern—spleen deficiency—involves weak digestive energy, […]
10/13/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Alarming health trends expose gaps in prevention, detection and public trust
Global health experts warn we are seeing a dangerous convergence: aging populations with genetic vulnerabilities, stealth spread of airborne pathogens like drug-resistant tuberculosis (TB) and the neglect of lifestyle strategies (diet, nutrition, immune resilience) that might help buffer risk. Swedish and South African scientists have developed a novel method to detect TB in exhaled breath, […]
10/12/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Liver cancer rising: How alcohol, metabolism and viral infections drive risk
The global burden of liver cancer is high and rising: about 870,000 new cases are reported worldwide, and the incidence is projected to nearly double by 2050. Alcohol consumption is a primary driver: Ethanol and its byproduct acetaldehyde cause oxidative DNA damage, overwhelm repair mechanisms and promote cirrhosis – a common precursor to liver cancer. […]
09/29/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
British study links Mediterranean diet to healthier gums and lower inflammation risk
A British study of 195 adults found that high adherence to a Mediterranean-style diet (rich in vegetables, legumes, fruits, whole grains, olive oil and moderate lean protein) was associated with healthier gums, whereas higher red meat consumption was linked to more severe periodontitis. After controlling for age, gender, smoking and other confounders, low adherence to […]
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