Amy Bach

Featured in: Favicon

theguardian.com Favicon

nytimes.com Favicon

usatoday.com Favicon

thehill.com Favicon

sfchronicle.com Favicon

pressdemocrat.com Favicon

ssir.org

democratandchronicle.com Favicon

cato.org

aberdeennews.com + 5 more

Articles

Close to Home: A new test for California’s insurance market

Jan 19, 2025 | pressdemocrat.com | Amy Bach

The devastation in Los Angeles is horrific for the impacted home and business owners and a tragically relatable scenario for North Bay residents. This region knows all too well how quickly wildfires can destroy lives and homes and how fierce winds impair firefighters. Sonoma and Napa residents have intimate knowledge of the obstacles survivors and communities face in the aftermath, and how time-consuming and challenging insurance claims and rebuilding can be.
New study: Omega 3 fats bad for the heart? | Simon Hill, Msc, Bsc

Aug 6, 2024 | theproof.com | Amy Bach |Simon Hill

Fish oil supplements: harmful or heart-healthy? You may have heard about a new study on fish oil supplementation making waves in the online nutrition space, linking these supplements to an increased risk of atrial fibrillation. But do you need to be concerned? Join me in Episode #325 for a deep dive into the risks and benefits of omega-3 supplements. In this episode, I’ll take you on a comprehensive walkthrough of the evidence on omega-3 fats and cardiovascular disease.
New study on protein, healthy aging and longevity ft. Layne Norton & Dr Matthew Nagra | Simon Hill, Msc, Bsc

Jun 17, 2024 | theproof.com | Amy Bach |Simon Hill

50,000 women. 30 years of follow-up. The results of a new study are in: learn the truth about how your protein intake will affect your long-term health. What kind of protein should you consume? How much? And what difference will it really make on longevity? In Episode #318, I’m unpacking the results from the new study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Dietary protein intake in midlife in relation to healthy aging – results from prospective Nurses’ Health Study cohort.
Close to Home: Insurance crisis rooted in climate change, big profits

Oct 29, 2023 | sonomanews.com | Amy Bach

In the North Bay today, and many other areas considered to be at risk for wildfires, we are in the grip of a serious property insurance availability and affordability crisis.| AMY BACH AMY BACH IS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF UNITED POLICYHOLDERS. October 29, 2023, 12:10AM Updated 1 hour ago The views and opinions expressed in this commentary are those of the author and don’t necessarily reflect The Sonoma Index-Tribune editorial board’s perspective. The opinion and news sections operate separately...
Close to Home: Insurance crisis rooted in climate change, big profits

Oct 29, 2023 | sonomanews.com | Amy Bach

In the North Bay today, and many other areas considered to be at risk for wildfires, we are in the grip of a serious property insurance availability and affordability crisis.| AMY BACH AMY BACH IS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF UNITED POLICYHOLDERS. October 29, 2023, 12:10AM Updated 10 hours ago The views and opinions expressed in this commentary are those of the author and don’t necessarily reflect The Sonoma Index-Tribune editorial board’s perspective. The opinion and news sections operate...
Close to Home: Insurance crisis rooted in climate change, big profits

Oct 29, 2023 | pressdemocrat.com | Amy Bach

But the genie will not be going back into the bottle: Insurers are now using risk scoring systems, drone imagery, artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to decide who and what they’ll insure and at what price. Now that these tools have made risks so much more vivid, and with climate change manifesting, property owners should expect fewer options and higher premiums as the new normal.
Silicon Valley entrepreneur on eating for the planet | Earth scientist Chris MacAskill

Aug 28, 2023 | theproof.com | Amy Bach

How does an earth scientist embark on a career journey that traverses the fossil fuel industry, Silicon Valley alongside Steve Jobs, and a mission to revolutionise our approach to food? “The beef industry are some of the best marketers in the world, and so is the dairy industry. They know what makes people tick, and with men it’s masculinity and with women it’s beauty.”Chris MacAskill has worn many hats throughout his career, overcoming extreme hardship to get to where he is today.
Slow aging and age-related diseases | Andrew Steele, PhD

May 29, 2023 | theproof.com | Amy Bach

In the past century, the average human lifespan has doubled. And while extending lifespan further might seem closer to science fiction than fact, it may not be as far away as we think. In Episode #262, I’m joined by Dr Andrew Steele for a deep dive into what he describes as the largest humanitarian crisis we are currently facing: aging.
Are soy foods safe? | Mark Messina, PhD

May 1, 2023 | theproof.com | Amy Bach

VIDEOSoy foods have proved to be a contentious topic for decades now. With some dietary camps claiming the dangers of soy and others promoting its boundless benefits, it’s natural to be hesitant about consuming this product. In Episode #258, I sit down with Dr Mark Messina for a deep dive into the safety and potential benefits of soy consumption. We clear the air on this plant food, evaluating what the science actually says and defining how to healthily consume it.
Your menopause questions answered (Part 2) | Endocrinologist Susan Davis, AO

Apr 17, 2023 | theproof.com | Amy Bach

In Episode #256, I sit down with Professor Susan Davis, AO to answer your questions in the wake of our first menopause masterclass. “We have to be very careful… we want to make sure we treat women properly for the root cause of their problem.”After my last conversation with Professor Davis, I’ve received hundreds of messages of support and thanks from The Proof community. I’ve also received many additional questions, with the community wanting to dig deeper into more specific circumstances.