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Trans-vaccenic acid (TVA), the most abundant trans fatty acid found in human breast milk, helps boost immune system development and has long-term effects on immune system health in mice, according to a new study by University of Chicago researchers. The study, published this week in Scienceshowed that lactating female mice fed a TVA-enriched diet passed the nutrient on to their pups, leading to increased production of immune cells during early development. Genetic analyzes also showed that exposure to TVA during lactation reprogrammed immune cells to improve responses to pathogens. Mice fed TVA-fortified milk responded more quickly to infections with viruses…

Basal body temperature, or BTT, is the lowest your body temperature is at rest on any given day. For menstruating people, fluctuations in hormone levels – particularly the hormone progesterone – cause a slight increase in BTT. BTT tracking is a way of measuring your fertility window, which tells you which days of the month you are most likely to get pregnant if you have sex. In addition to family planning, tracking your BTT can help you more accurately connect each stage of your cycle to how you feel, confirm the timing of ovulation, and provide a more complete picture…

Once treated primarily as a fertility disorder, PCOS is being reframed as a whole-body endocrine and metabolic condition, opening the door to earlier diagnosis, sharper risk profiling, and more personalized care. Pathophysiology of PCOS/PMOS. PCOS/PMOS is a complex syndrome, involving multiple feedback loops in the anterior pituitary, liver, pancreas, and ovaries, ultimately contributing to a hyperandrogenic state. In the pituitary gland, LH is released in higher amounts than FSH, simulating the theca cells of the ovary to increase androgen production. Androgens, in turn, stimulate the pituitary gland to release LH and FSH. Elevated androgen also acts on the liver, decreasing…

You probably recognize actress Jamie Lynn Sigler from her role as Meadow in the award-winning drama, The Sopranos. On screen, life for the Sopranos family was complicated and often shrouded in secrecy. Off camera, Sigler was dealing with a secret of her own: She was living with relapsing multiple sclerosis (RMS) — a chronic disease that can affect the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves and cause unpredictable flare-ups.Siegler was just 20 years old when she was diagnosed and was still filming the hit TV show. For 16 years, she kept her diagnosis to herself, in part because she was…

If you’ve ever bought a highly recommended skincare product only to find it didn’t work for you, you’re not alone. One of the biggest reasons skin care routines fail isn’t because the products are bad—it’s because they’re not designed for your skin type. At Grounded Sage, we’ve seen this happen countless times. Many people build routines based on trends, influencers, or what worked for a friend instead of understanding what their own skin really needs. The result? Wasted money, frustration and skin that still doesn’t feel better. In this guide, we’ll explore how to determine your skin type, why most…

Fildena 120 is a popular drug widely used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in men. Understanding How Fildena 120 works it is vital for those considering this treatment to regain sexual function and confidence. This guide explains the mechanism of action, instructions for use, benefits, side effects and answers frequently asked questions about Fildena 120. What is Fildena 120? Fildena 120 contains the active ingredient sildenafil citrate, which is a phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor. It is used to help men achieve and maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual activity. The “120” refers to the dosage strength in milligrams,…

What began as a personal exploration into herbalism and self-discovery led Stephanie Jane to uncover the profound influence of birth stories and the imprints they leave on our lives. Drawing on her experience as both an educator and mother, Stephanie founded Isha Soul Seed Education to help women understand the patterns, beliefs and nervous system responses formed early in life. Through her work, she empowers mothers to cultivate deeper self-awareness, break hereditary cycles, and parent with greater intention, compassion, and connection. Here, she talks to The Natural Parent magazine about the inspiration behind her work, how she balances work…

Enterotoxigenic bacteria E. coli and Shigella together they cause hundreds of millions of infections each year and are among the leading causes of death from diarrhea, especially in children. Decades of vaccine development efforts have stalled, in part because common vaccine targets vary so much from strain to strain. New research from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis points to a common biological feature of these gut pathogens that could lead to a vaccine that protects against both. Researchers at WashU Medicine, along with collaborators at the University of Missouri and the International Center for Diarrheal Disease Research…

I make a lot of rice and this is the method I keep coming back to. No gadgets, no shortcuts — just a simple cooking method to make fragrant, fluffy basmati rice that belongs in almost any Indian meal. For something so simple, rice can be surprisingly dramatic. Too much water and it’s moldy. Too little and you crush your dinner. I’ve had my share of both over the years. This is the stovetop basmati rice recipe I keep coming back to because it works. A handful of whole spices infuses each grain with flavor, while a brief soak and…

Career interest tests can be very helpful for teens and young adults deciding what careers to pursue. New research from Michigan State University challenges the assumption that career interests only matter in early career decision making. Instead, they remain relevant into adulthood. The study, published in Journal of Personality and Social Psychologyis the first to examine whether interests predict work, relationship, and community outcomes in midlife and later adulthood. The study followed more than 8,000 adults over the age of 11 and found that career interests predict important life outcomes into adulthood. Participants first completed a vocational interest assessment in…