Living at altitude and its impact on longevity in general and atrial fibrillation in particular
My wife and I live in a small ski resort in Colorado. Our home is situated at 9,300 feet and we often ride and hike at higher altitudes. She was recently diagnosed with paroxysmal a-fib and we are trying to figure out what this means in terms of our long-term living situation. Are there any good studies on the impact of high altitude on exercise at altitude for those with A-Fib? In addition, what are your thoughts about the long-term effects of high altitude on longevity and the ageing process.
DEXA Scan and how to calculate visceral fat from the metrics given
My DEXA scan gave me the following metrics: BMI, Estimated total body fat percentage, Estimated android fat tissue percentage, and estimated gynoid fat tissue percentage. Would you please provide a formula for estimating my visceral fat from these metrics. My Doctor is not able to help me with that.
Exercise, Time-Restricted Eating, and Elevated Levels of Creatine Kinase and Uric Acid: Should I Be Concerned?
I have observed a consistent pattern in my bloodwork where my uric acid and creatine kinase levels are elevated, while other parameters remain within the normal range, as indicated by Inside Tracker. My weekly routine involves resistance training four times and daily brisk walking (primarily in zone 2) for an hour with my dog. Additionally, I've been practicing 14-hour time-restricted eating for several years. My BMI, resting heart rate, and other measured health markers are all satisfactory. Given that elevated levels of uric acid and creatine kinase can indicate potential metabolic disorders, I'm curious: 1. Can consistent exercise, especially resistance training, and time-restricted eating patterns contribute to these elevated levels? 2. Is it common for individuals who engage in regular exercise to have higher circulating levels of uric acid and creatine kinase in their blood? 3. If so, should this be a cause for concern from a health perspective?