Author: healthtost
Dr. Eric Maisel is a longtime colleague and friend. He is the author of more than fifty books including Brave New Mind: The Art of Serene Readiness, which I have found to be an extremely important and important resource for all who live in today’s challenging world. I was recently lucky enough to interview Eric for my podcast series. In Brave New Mind, captures what millions of men and women are experiencing today. “We’re all rushing with no chance of catching up,” he says. “We desperately need a brave new mind that can take into account our brave new world…
The black cohosh plant is full of surprises. For one, the name doesn’t match the curtains—black cohosh produces white flowers from its green stem. Other names for black cohosh include snakeroot and bugwort — so let’s just say we appreciate the non-literal approach.Black cohosh is a bit of a celebrity supplement. As one of the most popular dietary supplements in the world, an estimated 1.2 million Americans had used black cohosh products in the past 30 days, according to the latest National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.If you spend your days and nights trying to figure out how to stop…
According to research published in European Heart Journal today (Monday). Researchers conducted a detailed study of nearly 96,000 people, comparing their overall activity levels with the intensity of vigorous activity and the subsequent risk of eight major diseases. They found that even short bursts of more vigorous activity, such as running for the bus, reduced the risk of disease and death overall, but was particularly protective against inflammatory diseases, including arthritis. serious cardiovascular conditions, such as heart attack and stroke; and dementia. The research was done by an international team, including Professor Minxue Shen from the Xiangya School of Public…
Why is belly fat so stubborn for women — even when you eat well and exercise? Many women tell me the same thing: “I’m doing everything right, but my stomach won’t change.” The truth is, belly fat isn’t always about food. Hormones, cortisol, poor sleep and insufficient strength training can all play a role. In fact, one of the biggest diet mistakes has nothing to do with what you eat. Biggest Diet Fail: Lack of sleep Why belly fat is so stubborn for women Lack of sleep can sabotage fat loss. When you’re sleep-deprived, your body produces higher levels of…
How Anita became a certified sex therapistAnita’s journey in sex therapy began in a place that many therapists will recognize.While working as a couples therapist, she consistently saw clients struggling with issues related to intimacy and sexual connection. But there was a problem.Neither she nor her clients had the tools or the language to navigate these conversations.As she explains, these issues were often left “on the sidelines” even though they were central to the relationship.At the same time, he noticed a deeper pattern:Combined with the lack of trained professionals in her area, this led her to pursue certification and specialize…
More intensive use of cholesterol-lowering drugs to achieve a more aggressive target for low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) reduced the rate of major cardiovascular events by one-third among patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). The results help fill an evidence gap in guiding treatment for patients with heart disease who are at high risk of major cardiac events. Although guidelines have lowered the recommended LDL-C goal for patients with ASCVD from less than 70 mg/dL to less than 55 mg/dL, evidence supporting this recommendation was limited. The new trial, called Ez-PAVE, is the first randomized, head-to-head comparison of these two LDL-C…
March 30 is World Bipolar Day. I’ve written about this before. This year, I began to wonder, did World Bipolar Day have any real-world impact? There are many stated goals for World Bipolar Day, but have we made any progress towards those goals, and has any of that progress been made since World Bipolar Day itself? Do awareness days do anything for anyone? Goals of World Bipolar Day World Bipolar Day began on March 30, 2014. March 30 was chosen as it was Vincent Van Gogh’s birthday and people posthumously diagnosed him with bipolar disorder. (Of course, people have also…
“style=”;” /> After years of making, pouring, packaging, troubleshooting, and answering customer questions, we’ve learned something important: people can get VERY creative with their natural deodorant sticks. And while we admire innovation, sometimes that creativity leads to little mishaps. Which is no fun for anyone (especially your armpits). Natural deodorant is a little different from conventional formulas. It is made with nourishing vegetable oils, waxes and active ingredients that respond to heat, pressure and storage conditions. Treat it kindly and it will treat you right. So consider this your friendly public service announcement about things NOT to do with your…
Your stroller is already doing a lot of the heavy lifting. But a few well-chosen accessories can pull it off "fine" to "how did I leave home without it?" I’ve been writing about baby gear since 2010 and have two kids who have put a lot of strollers through their paces, so here’s what I think is really worth adding to your stroller setup. What stroller accessories have you added to your setup? Don’t touch TagsBabies are irresistible, so it’s no surprise that well-meaning people often reach out and touch a newborn without thinking about what they’re holding. I found…
Postmenopausal women face a high risk of bone fracture. Due to the decrease in estrogen levels, which can lead to an increased risk of osteoporosis, even a low-impact fall can lead to a serious hip, back or wrist injury. It is estimated that 1 in 3 women over the age of 50 will experience a bone loss fracture in their lifetime. A new study from Tulane University found that heart health can affect fracture risk after menopause, with women at higher risk of cardiovascular disease more likely to experience fractures of the hip and other major bones. The association between…