We live in amazing times of technological advancement, yet it seems our health system often focuses reactively on treating illness, waiting until problems become critical before taking massive and often invasive action (e.g. dialysis, open heart bypass surgery, stents or amputations). 6 in 10 adults have at least one chronic disease. Many diseases can be managed or provented by avoiding the SAD (standard American diet) of ultra-processed food and avoiding a sedentary lifestyle.
- Heart disease: Affects 30+ million adults
- Diabetes: 37.3 million people (11+% of population)
- Obesity: 40% of adults
- Hypertension: Affects nearly half of all adults
The U.S. life expectancy at birth has been estimated at 77.5 years, which is 4.7 years less than the average of 82.2 years among comparable countries. We are the most prosperous nation and yet rank around 40th globally in life expectancy… Significantly lower than other wealthy nations like Japan (84.7 years), Switzerland (83.9 years), Australia (83.2 years), Canada (82.3 years), and the United Kingdom (81.3 years).
It doesn’t make sense to wait for a catastrophic condition to start prioritizing your health. Together we can address your cardiac risk factors, focusing on nutrition and minimizing our exposure to ultra-processed foods and environmental toxins.