I’ve been asked to talk at the fourth International Evolutionary Health Conference on the topic of Cardiovascular Risk Assessment. This year the conference is virtual. Presenters include clinicians and researchers discussing many topics related to health. The underlying principle of this approach attributes modern degenerative and chronic diseases to mismatch between our evolutionary biology and present day life. You can sign up for this virtual event here.
https://2023.evolutionaryhealthconference.com/
Agenda
9:45 AM – 10:00 AM
Opening remarks
Prof. Lynda Frassetto
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Maladaptive cognitive/emotional processing as the cause of the stress response
Prof. Igor Mitrovic
Physiologic reserve is spare capacity activated when demand exceeds baseline, causing stress. If demand surpasses reserve, it damages the system and leads to death. The brain predicts the future to a…
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10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
How breathing patterns affect health
Dr. Michael Mew
11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
Round table with Q & A (Moderator: Darryl Edwards)
Dr. Michael Mew
Prof. Igor Mitrovic
11:15 AM – 11:45 AM
Break and Poster session
If you would like to submit a poster, please contact us at evolution.conference@nutriscience.pt
11:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Decoding The Truth: Cancer, Carbs and Cure
Darryl Edwards, MSc
1. We will delve into the extensive evidence showcasing how higher levels of physical activity can reduce the risk of various cancers. 2. While awareness of the importance of exercise exists, we will…
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12:15 PM – 12:45 PM
Influential factors on sun-induced vitamin D synthesis
Pedro Bastos, PhD candidate
Ultraviolet B radiation is absorbed in the epidermis by 7-dehydrocholesterol, giving rise to previtamin D3 and subsequently to vitamin D3. In the liver, vitamin D is converted to one of the various c…
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12:45 PM – 1:00 PM
Round table with Q & A (Moderator: Prof. Lynda Frassetto)
Darryl Edwards, MSc
Pedro Bastos, PhD candidate
1:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Lunch Break
2:15 PM – 2:45 PM
How nutrition can impact microbiome composition/permeability/immune response
Prof. Alessio Fasano
Improved hygiene and reduced microorganism exposure are linked to the ‘epidemic’ of chronic inflammatory diseases (CID) in developed nations. This hygiene hypothesis suggests that lifestyle and envir…
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2:45 PM – 3:15 PM
Comprehensive cardiovascular risk assessment
Dr. Robert Hansen
Assessing insulin resistance is central to predicting CV risk. LDL-C and standard lipid profile is extremely limited in predictive value. A systems engineering understanding of atherosclerosis and ev…
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3:15 PM – 3:30 PM
Round table with Q & A (Moderator: Pedro Bastos)
Prof. Alessio Fasano
Dr. Robert Hansen
3:30 PM – 3:45 PM
Short Break
3:45 PM – 4:15 PM
Environmental influences on cellular senescence and aging
Prof. Peter Stenvinkel
Planetary health recognizes that human well-being depends on the health of ecosystems. Neglecting this concept has led to an anthropocentric world, causing increased greenhouse gas emissions, heat st…
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4:15 PM – 4:45 PM
Fueling a Bright Future: The Role of Diet in Preventing Childhood Obesity
Dr. Polina Sayess
Childhood obesity is a global health issue. In my presentation, I’ll explore its origins, classifications, and mitigation strategies. I’ll discuss the definitions and distinctions between “overweight…
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4:45 PM – 5:00 PM
Round table with Q & A (Moderator: Prof. Lynda Frassetto)
Prof. Peter Stenvinkel
Dr. Polina Sayess
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Final discussion with all speakers and moderators
Establishing future research and intervention directions.
5:30 PM – 5:45 PM
Closing remarks
Prof. Lynda Frassetto
Please join us if you can.
Dr. Bob
Practical Evolutionary Health 