About this episode
📩 Contact us: talkingwithdocs@gmail.com In this episode, the doctors dive into one surprising measure of health that predicts more than you’d expect, your grip strength. They break down findings from the PURE Study, a massive 2015 Lancet publication from McMaster University that followed over 140,000 people across 17 countries. The study found that a person’s grip strength wasn’t just a reflection of muscle fitness — it actually predicted overall mortality and cardiovascular risk better than some traditional measures like blood pressure. You’ll learn: - What the PURE Study revealed about grip strength and heart disease 💪 - How grip strength compares to blood pressure as a predictor of health 🩺 - Why weaker grip strength is linked to shorter lifespan 🧬 - Simple ways to test and improve your grip strength at home 🏋️♂️ - What doctors look for when using grip tests in practice 🔍 If you’ve ever wondered whether hand strength really matters, this episode explains why your grip might be one of the best windows into your future health. 🎧 Listen on Your Favourite Platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OFxEjictC41CCS1z2AVKe Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/talking-with-docs/id1799242189 YouTube Music: • TWD Podcast 👕 Shop Our MERCH: https://www.spreadshirt.ca/shop/user/talking+with+docs/ ❤️ Support Oakville Hospital: https://donate.oakvillehospitalfoundation.com 📱 Follow Us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingwithdocs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingwithdocs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063617375848 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only. Nothing included in this video is meant to be or should be taken as medical advice. Always consult your physician before making changes to your health regimen. #gripstrength #longevity #hearthealth #talkingwithdocs #strengthtraining #mortalityrisk #purestudy #mcmasteruniversity #fitnessscience #doctorapproved #cardiovascularhealth