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Dr Mehmet Yildiz
How to Look After Our Telomeres for a Healthier and Longer Life
According to research, longer telomeres might result in a healthier, happier, and extended life if we address the cellular senescence issue. This research-based article does not include health advice. It is for information, inspiration, and awareness purposes.
Neuroinflammation: Misfire in the Brain Causing Cognitive Decline and Impairment
Awareness of the fundamentals and implementing necessary measures can quell this symbolic fire in the brain and nervous system. This research-based article does not include health advice. It is for information, inspiration, and awareness purposes.
PQQ Might Support Mitochondrial, Neural, and Cognitive Health
Potential benefits of pyrroloquinoline quinone (PQQ) on mitochondria and nervous system based on preliminary studies. This story does not include health advice. It is for information, inspiration, and awareness purposes.
2 Billion With Fatty Livers: Early Detection and Intervention for Better Outcomes
Hepatic steatosis is an epidemic, but I remain optimistic as it is reversible with healthy lifestyle choices and professional support. This research-based article does not include health advice. It is for information, inspiration, and awareness purposes.
What I Learned About Lethal ALS Disease When Helping My Late Father
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis is a neurodegenerative disease with no cure, but scientists have some clues for prevention. I explain the key points. This story does not include health advice. It is for information, inspiration, and awareness purposes.
The Importance of Micronutrient Deficiencies and Prevention Approaches for Better Health
An exploration of the impact of MNDs on global morbidity and mortality with insights from scientific revelations and what we can do about it personally and collectively. We are confronted with a staggering reality globally. As pointed out by this scientific report in Nature, over 800 million people grapple with undernourishment, while 2 billion suffer from chronic micronutrient deficiencies (MNDs). More than 6% of global mortality and morbidity burdens are associated with undernourishment and MNDs.
What DeltaFosB Is and Why It Matters in Solving Addiction Problems
Using a simplified approach, I explain the addiction process, the dopamine system, and a critical genetic component (ΔFosB) for dealing with addictions. This story is for information and awareness purposes. It does not include health advice.
The Promising Role of Vitamin E Supplementation for Managing Type II Diabetes
The impact of Vitamin E on cancer outcomes has been uncertain, but its potential benefits for diabetes management look promising, according to a 2023 meta-analysis. This story is for information and awareness purposes. It does not include health advice.
Zinc Is an Essential Mineral, and Its Deficiency Matters for Health
Here are key points that we should consider regarding this vital mineral and micronutrient based on scientific reviews. This story does not include health advice. It is for information, inspiration, and awareness purposes.
Improving Bladder Health and Lowering the Risks of Urinary Tract Infections
Bladder and urinary tract disorders are widespread and painful, but there are viable solutions based on lifestyle choices. This post does not include health advice. Instead, it is for information, inspiration, and awareness purposes.
Why Blood Oxygen Saturation Levels Matter and How We Can Improve Them
Besides SpO2 for respiratory conditions, I introduce the vital conditions (hypoxemia and hypoxia) and offer practical ways to lower risks based on scientific reviews. This post does not include health advice. Instead, it is for information, inspiration, and awareness purposes.
Potential Benefits of Supplementing with MSM for Liver and Joints Health
Methylsulfonylmethane, including natural sulfur, an anti-inflammatory agent, has been well-investigated in animal models and human clinical trials. This post is for information and awareness purposes. It does not include health advice.
Three Steps to Boost Nitric Oxide and Lower Heart Disease/Stroke Risks
It is possible to increase nitric oxide production with lifestyle choices. This post is for information and awareness purposes. It does not include health advice. As I mentioned the importance of nitric oxidein a previous article related to reducing the risks of erectile dysfunction and cardiovascular diseases, subscribers of my content showed interest in increasing this molecule using lifestyle interventions.
Lowering Chronic Stress by Regulating the HPA Axis
Accumulated stress, cognitive distortions, and unpleasant emotions can dysregulate the HPA axis and hormones, but we can manage them with healthy lifestyle choices. After giving a brief background from my scientific reviews, I provide some practical tips to regulate the HPA Axis and prevent its dysregulation. If you are not interested in the scientific overview, you might skip the first part. Understanding the role and triggers/agravators of the HPA axis can help us manage stress better.
Optimizing Cerebral Blood Flow Can Enhance Brain Health and Cognitive Function
Based on a scientific literature review, here's a psychosomatic (body/mind) approach to boost cognitive performance. When studying the physical effects of cognitive decline and impairment in the brain in the 1980s, I encountered a physical phenomenon called cerebral blood flow (CBF) linked to the brain and heart health.
Opinion: As a Scientist/Former Prediabetic, I Optimistically Believe Type II Diabetes Is Reversible
The importance of faith, optimism, personal responsibility, lifestyle choices, and timely professional support with nuances in 6 steps based on experience, anecdotes, and literature reviews.
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I write about important and valuable life lessons. My goal is to delight my readers. My content aims to inform and engage my readers. I'm a cognitive scientist, technologist, and postdoctoral researcher, with four decades of experience.
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