Brain Health, Cardiovascular Trends, and FDA's Food Dye Phase-Out
Morning Medical with Dr. Chow
A daily update covering the latest medical & health news from around the world using artificial intelligence. Doctor Chi-Ming Chow is a family physician, general internist, and cardiologist. He is also a Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto.
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Brain Health, Cardiovascular Trends, and FDA's Food Dye Phase-Out

E249 • Jun 27, 2025 • 15 mins

In this episode, Dr. Chi-Ming Chow welcomes listeners and introduces the day's topics. The discussion begins with the importance of brain health, featuring expert advice on maintaining cognitive function. Dr. Chow then highlights the decline in heart attack deaths while addressing emerging cardiovascular threats. The episode covers the UK's amber heat health alert and its implications for public health. Obesity concerns in the US are examined, along with potential interventions to tackle this pressing issue. Lastly, Dr. Chow discusses the FDA's decision to phase out synthetic food dyes, considering its impact on health and food safety.

Key Points

  • Consistency in lifestyle modifications and dietary supplementation is crucial for maintaining brain health and improving focus as we age.
  • The significant decline in heart attack deaths in the United States, largely due to advancements in medical treatment and public health initiatives, highlights a shift in cardiovascular health challenges.
  • Efforts to remove synthetic food dyes are commendable, but a broader focus on reducing the consumption of ultraprocessed foods is essential for addressing diet-related health issues.
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