The Link Between Quality Sleep and Brain Health

Host Doug Stephan and Dr. Ken Kronhaus of Lake Cardiology (352-735-1400) cover a number of topics affecting our health. First up, Doug and Dr. Ken discuss the biggest news stories in the medical world, starting with the potential use of acupuncture for chronic lower back pain, a focus on a new blood test for early-detection of Alzheimer’s, and a new study shows long-term sleep troubles are associated between physical changes in the brain -- underscoring the critical link between sleep and cognitive health.

Next up, a focus on marijuana and what high levels of THC level does to egg quality in reproductive health leads to fertility problems, miscarriages and chromosome issues in embryos. On the topic of marijuana, chronic/habitual use may quadruple the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes in patients already at risk.

The conversation then shifts to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and the trauma a tragic event like this creates. Public violence and recent tragedy have left many shaken by what they have seen. While some people’s emotions stabilize, others may experience continuing symptoms in the following weeks.
Doug and Dr. Ken cover grounding techniques that can assist in overcoming.

Fatty liver disease is a problem becoming all too common, interfering often with the function of the liver, and it comes from being too obese among the obesity epidemic.

Lastly, Doug and Dr. Ken address listens questions, starting with whether or not milk does the body good and whether or not it is a good source of protein, addressing drug-resistant fungi, and whether or not abolishing Daylight Saving Time would benefit our health.


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