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A new study published in Metabolism of Life reports that a single postprandial blood biomarker, the 1-hour postprandial SPARC (SPARC-1H), can predict who will benefit most from adopting a Mediterranean diet. The discovery provides one of the clearest examples to date of how precision nutrition can identify personalized dietary responses using a simple blood test rather than complex multi-ohmic models. Researchers led by Drs. Jiqiu Wang and Guang Ning at Shanghai Jiao Tong University Ruijin Hospital conducted a six-month randomized controlled feeding trial involving 235 overweight or obese Chinese adults with prediabetes. Participants were assigned to one of three calorie-restricted…
Bright, kid-friendly lemon poppyseed muffins made with Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and fresh lemon. Freezer friendly, full of protein and perfect for breakfast, snacks or lunch boxes. Includes dairy-free and vegan options. If you’re looking for a bright, protein-packed muffin that your kids will actually eat (and feel good about tossing in a lunchbox), these Lemon Poppyseed Muffins are about to become your new household favorite. Holiday rush, winter doldrums, busy school-morning chaos—whatever season you’re in, having a batch of muffins in the freezer is one of the easiest ways to keep snacking and breakfasts stress-free. As a nutritionist mom…
Fitness shouldn’t be another thing you feel bad about. So today I want to take a few worries off your plate. Think of it as a permission slip to stop overthinking things that don’t matter as much as you’ve been told. Stop worrying about missing a week of workouts. Even if you miss a week of training several times each year, it has no noticeable effect on your overall progress. You may feel less “full” or “pumped up” right now, but nothing structural is changing. And even if you’re out for more than a week, regaining any lost strength or…
Global immunization efforts led to an 88% reduction in measles deaths between 2000 and 2024, according to a new World Health Organization (WHO) report. Nearly 59 million lives have been saved by the measles vaccine since 2000. However, an estimated 95,000 people, mostly children under 5, died from measles in 2024. Although this is among the lowest annual rates recorded since 2000, any death from a disease that could be prevented with a highly effective and low-cost vaccine is unacceptable. Despite fewer deaths, measles cases are increasing worldwide, with an estimated 11 million infections in 2024 – nearly 800,000 more…
Wimbledon finalist Ons Jabeur She just took a break for the best reason: she’s expecting a baby boy in April. In one Instagram photo with soft lightingthe Wimbledon finalist smiled next to an ultrasound image, radiating the kind of joy only new parents know. For a player known for her ferocious serves and even bigger heart, it was a moment of pure serenity, one that instantly connected with her fans around the world. Jabeur announced Monday that she is expecting her first child and will take an extended break from professional tennis. Share the news on Instagramthe three-time Grand Slam…
People are often surprised when I state that I am an introvert.What most people fail to recognize is that “being an introvert” is part of a spectrum. No one is 100% introverted, nor are they 100% extroverted.Everyone is a little bit of both.Another common misconception is that introversion is somehow related to depression or sadness or oppression. In my quest to find a suitable image to accompany this post, I simply typed “introvert” into thingamajiggy’s WordPress image finder and was quite surprised (if not slightly appalled) by what appeared on my screen:Image after image of various people looking frustrated, anti-social…
The World Health Organization (WHO) today called on countries to make fertility care safer, fairer and more accessible for all in the first global guideline on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of infertility. Infertility is estimated to affect 1 in 6 people of reproductive age at some point in their lives. While demand for services is increasing worldwide, access to care remains severely limited. In many countries, infertility tests and treatments are largely funded out of pocket – often resulting in devastating financial costs. In some settings, even a single round in vitro Insemination (IVF) can cost twice the average…
Hello friends! Happy Friday and I hope my friends in the US had a beautiful Thanksgiving! It’s been a really nice week here. I took the kids and a few friends to the trampoline park after their half day at school so they could play their hearts out in holiday cooking (they made this piethis green bean casserole with homemade crispy onions, and got a pumpkin loaf, apple pie and gf gravy from Dedicated), took the kids to Target (to “browse,” they said) and the pilot returned from a long trip. Late October to November was crazy: he was gone,…
Your skin can feel your emotions 💖 You know that phrase “you shine”?Turns out it’s not just a compliment – it’s a biological fact. Your feelings don’t stay in your head.They circulate through your hormones, your nerves and directly into your skin cells. When you feel loved, calm or confident, your skin literally changes — repairs faster, retains more moisture and shines brighter.And when you’re anxious or self-critical? Your skin can hear it too. Let’s unpack the real science behind the “emotional glow” — and why an allergen-safe skincare like EpiLynx helps your emotions and your skin speak the same…
Mental health is a serious topic that is not being addressed enough. The holidays are here and it’s easy to identify the triggers that quickly trigger people with mental health complications. This article looks at some vital mental health tips for the holidays. Although many of us are excited about the holidays, over a third of adults in the United States reportthey get stressed during the festive seasons. The commitments of the Christmas season can leave you feeling tired. This is true if you consider the trips you have to make to visit friends and family, attend work parties, shop,…