I love the way that you have of explaining in simple terms the various effects of the drugs that we all are taking! It is very apparent you are very knowledgeable & concerned about the drugs that are being prescribed & it helps us for you to already have done the research.

"Wow, this video was so informative! You really explained things in a way that makes it easy to understand. 🙌"

"This video is great

"This video is great. Thank you for sharing!"

"Your video is fantastic[10:50]! The keys you mentioned not only promote successful aging but also help us live a healthy and happy life. Thank you for sharing!"

I’m 67 exercise daily (hot yoga) not over weight don’t drink and was diagnosed with paroxysmal Afib w/RVR just over a year ago 🤷‍♂️

What’s a “little bit of time” to wall off the atrial appendage with the watchman device?

I was diagnosed with dementia at a very young age. My dr said my short term memory is gone and soon enough long term will fail me like getting memories wrong, or mixing up memories to not remembering some things in the past. The guy im dating says that he can't believe I've gotten this far in life because sometimes I can't think clearly or do certain easy tasks. I sometimes wonder if this happened because I've had a lot of trauma to my head.

Bullshit

Thank you!

Would Dr pelligrini please suggest natural blood thinning treatments

Absolute insane blanket recommendation to not test.

So, I am listening to all this as I approach my 75th birthday. It is assumed that everyone is heterosexual and that they have children who can help but I do not. So, I would have to develop other relationships. I have joined the YMCA, and I go swimming every day, and I have met other people (at the YMCA) that I socialize with casually and this has helped. I am still in good health (everything considered) and I have my husband who is seven years younger than me who might be able to help as he is in good health. My biological family lives thousands of miles away and have their own lives to live. So, I am wondering is this enough?

Can learning foreign language prevent memory loss? Just asking.

This was a very solid video with lots of great concepts, ideals, and planning suggestions. It applies not just to aging (like a lot of content on this channel), but also for conditions like ME/CFS, which I have, which can definitely progress.

Thank you for the distinction between successful aging and lucky aging. It makes lots of sense and removes pointless pressure.

❤❤😊thanks Dr Leslie for the best advice for successful aging and planning ahead

Firstly, my following comments are based on holding formal analytical chemistry and inorganic chemistry qualifications and not holding formal medical qualifications, together with results from monitoring my own annual blood work analyses over the past 9 years in conjunction with my local GP. Respectfully, un-fortunately, 'most(?) cited published Vitamin D3 studies' (prior to the last 12 or so months) all have an underlying tendency to fall into the "one size fits all" category - a potentially serious and problematic situation for meaningful studies outcomes - and yes I do acknowledge the difficulties inherent in these studies! Secondly, to be totally meaningful for the intended "elderly masses (and non-elderly?)", Vitamin D3 studies must also include magnesium and Vitamin K2 investigation at the same time as Vit D3 studies otherwise these studies are prone to yield incredibly misleading and often contradictory outcomes! Does this observation then explain the many contradictory recommendations regarding Vit D3 dosages that research papers suggest?? The three components [Vit D3, K2 and Mg (as Citrate)] are critical for full functional biochemistry pathways understanding and outcomes regarding Vit D3 benefits and recommended daily dosages. Much food for thought, cheers.

We have found that "In Network/Out of Network" really matters when you live in our small state that has no major hospitals or medical schools/research. Having a supplemental (Medigap) policy gives you peace of mind, knowing you can access speciality care, surgery, etc. across state lines at a major city hospital (or anywhere in the country, for that matter).

I am greatly thankful for your video; I watched it several times: I am over 80 years old and under treatment. The information in you video helps me understand my cardiologist chose for me. Now I know my options regarding the blood thinner. I know better asking my doctor questions. Dr. Fellegrini is the best in her field; between you and her, the utmost knowledge on AFib is given to anyone who has AFib. I will be watching all your videos. Thanks a million. Linda Tran

Thank you for your direct advice and compassion for human foibles. You express a deep understanding of the realities of aging. ❤

Number 1, Be an only child. Number 2, Don't get married or have children it's not worth it. Number 3, Save your money for retirement. Number 4, Retire early, have lots of friends and take lots of trips around the world with them.

I am experiencing some of the symptoms, for example I can’t remember my children’s name or if I want to say close the door I will say open the door and I don’t know I say that, if I am cooking I have to stay inside the kitchen otherwise I will forget that I was cooking and I am 40 years old

Thank you so much for this excellent video. It’s clear, comprehensive, and very well organized. I really appreciate the effort you put into it. I also just browsed your video postings and have found several that interest me. I’ll be watching them in the coming weeks. Again, thank you so much Dr Kernisan. - A new fan and subscriber.

Grew up in Mombasa Kenya so circumin from coconut oil and turmeric was in any cooked or fried food. We had a drink made with ginger, turmeric and of course coconuts baobab fruit mango and on on also mucho fresh sea food. Really gives you a solid platform for life. The real life source is true heart of palm. Incredibly rare as it comes from the tall old palm trees which are rarely cut down.

Thank you!

Very interesting. Excellent and common sensical. The last cardiologist I viisted was full of doom and gloom. These ladies are upbeat and reassuring which is more than Ican say for the cardiologists I went to. I have two questions. 1) Are there any clear differences in symptoms between atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia? 2) My "flutters" seem to be always triggered by physical duress and/or sudden movement. The stress test itself is proof that doctors consoider physical duress as important, so isn't physical duress and sudden movement also a major factor in triggering this?

Every time I think I've figured out insurance, specifically Medicare, I realize I haven't. Nothing worse than telling a senior what I think I know about their insurance, only to find out it has changed. I now rely on expert social workers like Michelle for my senior population.

Overall, a decent job covering a complex issue. But I believe an important item was missed: the "in network" / "out of network" aspect of Medicare Advantage plans. Many people fail to realize that doctors they have gone to for years, doctors whose judgments they have learned to trust, may NO LONGER be available because they're not in a particular plan's "network." Nasty surprise.

Need to talk about the deductible you pay each year on each insurance.

You are so right about NOT setting and forgetting your coverage. My parents did that and really paid a price with both the out of pocket amounts paid and the quality of care from their Medicare advantage policy. I would only add that as you age, the likelihood of staying healthy goes down. Better insurance becomes more of a necessity, because the chances of using it increase. I would only add that there’s a lot of advertising of Medicare advantage plans that state “you’ll pay no premiums”. In my experience that’s not correct: they simply deduct the premium from your monthly social security payment so that you don’t have to write a check for the premium (or electronically transfer the payment). You’re still paying for it. You’re just less aware of the actual cost of that premium. And please describe the formulary part d for what it is: a requirement that we gaze into our crystal ball, divine what drugs we will need for the year, and pick the best plan. It’s a joke, really. Congress expects elders to 1) know which drugs they’re taking 2) know the formulary of what might be prescribed for their illnesses (because drs can change their minds about what should be prescribed for patients) 3) know what they might need in the future. Have these legislators ever met an elderly person? It’s way too complex for me and I don’t have any vision challenges or cognitive decline. The rest of the western world is laughing at us.

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Only hormonal balance will help stop the diseases of aging. Triiodothyronine or T3 can help balance a woman's hormones. Don't listen to people who preach about diet and excercise. They know nothing about how the body works. Women in the US and abroad have been denied the use of Triiodothyronine and T3 because we are women. All over the world doctors have been allowing us all to get diseases. Because they make money off disease. Why would they purposely keep women ill? To make money. Their are no shortcuts to hormonal balance. Especially if you have had a hysterectomy or had your ovaries removed. Almost the whole population has Thyroid diseases and diabetes. That is no accident. Women need to go to their doctor and demand to have T3. They are keeping it from us.

Very interesing. I have used Benedryl lotion for skin itch. I wonder how much of the drug gets into your bloodstream?

Alzheimer's is a Disease Dementia is a condition

Taking that most of the ailments These poisons are used for is nothing really compared to getting alzheimers from treating these

Thanks docs from an Augusta, GA VET with afib where my VA sent me to the Medical College of Georgia for the Watchman. The Watchman was easy. I actually don't remember any of the procedure. Blood thinners were out of the question due to bleeding. Your afib video is the BEST!

Thank you for the information. How can I contact you?

everything is normal in human nature

I thought I was suffering cognitive decline. I found out my antihistamine could be responsible. Stopped taking it and the difference is incredible.

Only medicine you need is medical majuana.

Great video. I have afib and have no symptoms. I was on Eliquis for about 5 years. Was waiting for the generic version to happen. I was having troubles paying for Eliquis (after my insurance). It was costing about $300.00 a month. How can someone who has no insurance pay for this. Last February Eliquis was to have generic version. They did not have it ready for release. The "powers to be" gave the drug company another 3 years of "Raping" our elderly. At that point my Dr. told me about "Watchman". It has been 1 year since I had it installed. No more Eliquis, yay. The worst part of the procedure are TEE's that you have to have. My last TEE is this Thursday. No problems.

You're both awesome. Thanks for this.

Extreme nutrition Lifestyle Medicine Health and Well-being can reverse AF

My mother complains that sometimes she forgets what she was about to do or say. Otherwise, she seems like a normal 62 year-old and works as a special needs teaching assistant. Should we be worried?

Where can i find the cheat sheets? Thanks!

Thank you

Sorry - your research is not complete. Please redo. Very bad advice!!!

Well. ther are things called SEMINARS, where Geriatric Medications CAN/SHOULD be taught.

You're a total wacko...