Over 50’s Health
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Attention All Fitness Enthusiasts Over 50!
Obesity, Cardiovascular Disease, Type 2 Diabetes;
Where Did We Go Wrong?
Half a century ago, obesity was a rarity, but today, it’s affecting two out of every three adults in Australia.
Shockingly, even children as young as 5 years old are being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, a condition once considered primarily for older adults.
Additionally, cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in our country. So, where did we go wrong?
What Was Our Previous Understanding Of Cardiovascular Disease?
Let’s rewind to the early days of understanding cardiovascular disease. there were two prominent theories: one proposed by Ancel Keys in America, suggesting saturated fats as the culprit, and another by John Yudkin in Britain, pointing towards excessive sugar intake. Fast forward fifty years, and after rigorous scientific research, we now know the truth. It’s not fat but sugar that’s been the real danger all along.
What Fueled Our Health Crisis?
The widely accepted “diet-heart hypothesis” led us astray for decades, promoting low-fat, high-carbohydrate diets as the solution to heart disease. Unfortunately, this approach only fueled our health crisis. Obesity rates soared immediately following the adoption of these dietary guidelines, with Type 2 diabetes soon following suit.
Referring to Yudkin’s groundbreaking work, “Pure, White and Deadly”, we now understand the true villain: sugar and processed carbohydrates.
Recent Discoveries About Heart Disease.
Recent discoveries have shown that coronary heart disease isn’t solely triggered by high cholesterol but also by chronic inflammation.
Sugar, processed foods, vegetable oils, smoking, inactivity, and stress all contribute significantly to this inflammation, exacerbating our health woes.
Are You Feeling Confused About What To Eat?
Look no further! At Over 50’s Health, our Clinical Nutritionist, Renee Bailey, offers personalised advice on diet, lifestyle, and supplements to help you become the healthiest and happiest version of yourself.
Why not schedule an appointment with Renee today and take charge of your health journey?