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Exercise may provide smokers with a simple but effective additional tool when trying to quit, according to a new systematic review led by researchers from the Alliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity (ARENA) at the University of Adelaide. The review found that structured exercise programs can modestly improve smoking cessation success, while even a single exercise session can rapidly reduce nicotine cravings. Smoking remains one of the leading preventable causes of death worldwide, yet many people struggle to successfully quit. Existing quit approaches such as counseling, nicotine replacement therapy, and medications can help, but long-term quit rates remain…
This Mental Health Awareness Month, a recent Forbes article highlighting the growing burnout among psychologists feels less like news and more like confirmation. Even professionals trained to help others cope with trauma reach a breaking point. They are overbooked, emotionally taxed, and have navigation systems that demand more than they can sustainably deliver. The article points to a larger truth that we can no longer ignore. Care is collapsing under the weight of constant demand. What becomes clear very quickly is that it’s not just psychologists. This is an entire ecosystem of care that is under pressure. From mental health…
Low energy after 35? Learn how eating patterns, stress, and hormones affect sleep and blood sugar—and what to do about it.In my work as a dietitian with women through Cultivatei keep seeing the same pattern.Many women come in thinking they have a weight problem.But as we speak, it becomes clear that they are also dealing with:low energybad sleepfeeling “wired but tired”increase in blood sugar levelsAnd almost always, it’s also:eating lessskipping mealstrying to stay “on track”These are not separate issues.They are all connected.If you haven’t read it yet…Before we go deeper, it’s helpful to understand because eating less often stops working…
A new research paper was published in volume 18 of Aging-USA on April 24, 2026, entitled “The BHARAT study: a multi-modal, multi-omics research of aging signatures in the Indian population”. The study was led by first author Suramya Asthana and corresponding author Deepak Kumar Saini from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc). The authors present the BHARAT Study (Biomarkers of Healthy Aging, Resilience, Adversity and Transitions), India’s first large-scale discovery-driven multi-homics cohort focused on understanding biological aging in the Indian population. The initiative was developed to address a significant gap in aging research, as most existing biological age models and…
Make no mistake: menopause can affect your sex life. Arousal and orgasm are like a delicate dance between your mind and body. And anything that messes with your libido can also mess with your ability to get in the mood and experience that amazing climax.Understanding the ChangesWhen menopause approaches, it can bring some not-so-fun changes. Blood flow to your nether regions can take a hit, making it a little harder to get aroused and reach orgasm. It’s important to recognize these changes and explore ways to maintain intimacy and pleasure during this transformative stage. Menopause does not mean the end…
Basic Takeaways Correcting customer misconceptions can be difficult, but using motivational interviewing skills, including question-offer-ask, can empower customers through evidence-based coaching. Consider this five-step process: Step 1: Make a statement of appreciation. Step 2: Recognize that there is conflicting information. Step 3: Please permission to provide additional information. Step 4: With permission, offering the right information in a factual, unbiased manner. Step 5: Please an open-ended question to invite the client’s feedback on the information shared. Click here to become one ACE Behavior Change Specialist. You’ve probably been in this situation…
In this interview, News Medical he talks to me Dr. Katie BarberClinical Director, GP, and Registered BMS Menopause Specialist at Oxford Menopause Ltd., re menopauseits impact vasomotor symptomsand his role non-hormonal therapies such as Fezolinetic in improving patient care. Image credit: Pixel-Shot/Shutterstock.com Hot flashes and night sweats are often dismissed as a routine part of menopause. What do people misunderstand about these symptoms and how can effective treatment change patients’ daily lives? One of the biggest misconceptions is that hot flashes (vasomotor symptoms) and night sweats are just “inconvenient” and don’t significantly affect daily life. In fact, for approximately 25-30%…
If you search skin spa nycyou’ll get everything from quick “express facials” to high-tech treatments that promise to transform your skin in one session. The problem isn’t a lack of options, but choosing the right treatment for what your skin really needs right now. New York skin faces a lot: cold winters, humid summers, pollution, stress, late nights, and constant exposure to indoor heat and air conditioning. So when you book a skin spa appointment in New York, the best move is to choose a treatment that targets your real concern and then create a simple plan that keeps the…
Summary: You can’t reliably tell Chlamydia and Gonorrhea apart from symptoms aloneChlamydia and gonorrhea have many symptoms in commonMore than half of Better2Know patients tested for chlamydia and gonorrhea are under 30 Chlamydia and gonorrhea are often discussed together, and for good reason. Their symptoms can be very similar, making it almost impossible to tell them apart to the untrained eye. How can you tell them apart? Keep reading to find out. The only way to know if you have an STD is to get tested. What is chlamydia? If we want to distinguish two things, we need to know…
The wedding bells are ringing! You’ve found your soulmate and you can’t wait for the D-day to arrive. You want to look like an exciting, beautiful and stunning bride, and why not? A bride is a showstopper that night! Follow healthy tips, suggestions and a wedding nutrition plan to look and feel radiant on your big day! The planning and the wedding-blues! Although this is the happiest phase of your life, wedding planning takes a toll on family members and the bride-to-be. Let’s not deny it! Planning your dream wedding is hard work and the months leading up to the…