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Addiction to opioids it can feel overwhelming for you and the people who care about you. Cravings can be intense, withdrawal can be painful, and relapse can occur even when motivation is strong. If you’ve tried to quit smoking before, you may be wondering if there’s a safer, more effective way to recover. This is where medication assisted therapy (MAT) comes in. MAT is an evidence-based approach to opioid addiction treatment that combines FDA-approved medications with treatment and support. It’s not about replacing one addiction with another. It’s about giving your brain and body the stability they need to heal.…
Saunas are amazing and we’ve previously covered the many mental and physical benefits of spending time in one. If you’re thinking about getting more restorative, satisfying heat exposure into your life, today we cover all the questions you might have about making sauna a regular ritual. How to choose a sauna Should I go Finnish or infrared? Saunas are divided into two types: Finnish or infrared. Both make you hot and sweaty, but you do it in different ways. Finnish saunas. This is a traditional sauna. A Finnish sauna uses a heater (wood or electric) to heat the air in…
There are several types of lupus, but people often use the word “lupus” to mean systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), the most common form of the disease. All types of lupus are autoimmune conditions that cause your body’s immune system to attack organs and tissues. Despite the fact that lupus overwhelmingly affects women in their reproductive years, sexual and reproductive health is still one of the least studied areas in lupus research. Because lupus can attack so many body systems, your symptoms can range from fatigue to skin rashes, hair loss, and kidney disease. These symptoms, and their treatments, can have…
The American Cancer Society (ACS) published new recommendations for cervical cancer screening that focus on HPV test and approves the use of self-collected samples. The recommendations, which apply to anyone with an average-risk cervix, also specify the age at which screening should start and stop.The ACS is one of two groups that make recommendations about screening for different types of cancer. The other group is United States Preventive Service Task Force (USPSTF) made up of independent doctors, nurses and public health specialists. Their recommendations affect what health insurance will pay. The USPSTS is also in the process of revising its…
Supporting clients through diet and lifestyle change is meaningful and effective work. It is also a job that comes with responsibility. As a nutritionist or health coach, your role is not to diagnose, treat or cure disease. Your role is to educate, guide and support behavior change within a clearly defined scope of practice. When done well, this type of non-MNT work can be just as transformative as clinical care, and in many cases, it’s the missing link that helps people turn recommendations into real-life habits. This article explores how AFPA-certified nutrition professionals can support clients ethically and effectively without…
New Australian research suggests that foods naturally rich in live microbes may be associated with better metabolic health, offering new insight into diet, microbiome interactions and chronic disease risk. Study: Association between dietary intake of foods estimated to contain live microbes and health markers in Australian adults: An exploratory analysis. Image credit: UliAb / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal Nutrition Researchresearchers investigated associations between intake of foods containing live microbes (LMs) and health indicators in Australians, with the primary aim of developing a database to estimate LM content in Australian food and drink and a secondary…
Chronic stress quietly takes its toll on women’s hearts — especially mothers who manage non-stop demands. For American Heart Month, explore how stress and heart health go hand in hand, why self-care can sometimes fail, and how small, real changes can make a lasting difference. ❤️ February is for hearts — and honest conversations February is American Heart Month — a time when we see red-dress campaigns, heart-healthy recipes and reminders to check our blood pressure. But heart health isn’t just about diet or exercise. There is another powerful, often invisible factor that shapes women’s hearts: stress. Not the occasional…
Back-to-back workouts, busy days, and midlife sleep changes have me wondering if I’m actually recovering as well as I thought. I wanted better insight into my sleep, recovery and daily habits—without another screen buzzing me all day. What is the Oura Ring?Oura Ring is a smart ring that tracks sleep, activity and recovery using heart rate, heart rate variability, movement and body temperature data. How I found it:I searched for things like “Is the Oura ring worth it?” and “Oura Ring vs Apple Watch”, watched a few unboxings, looked at reviews and talked to friends who already wore one. THE…
Certain gut bacteria in infants may reduce the risk of developing allergies later in childhood. That’s the finding of new research from the ALADDIN study at Karolinska Institutet, published in Nature Microbiology. During the first months, a child’s gut flora develops rapidly. The study followed children from birth to age five to see how early bacteria linked to allergy antibodies (IgE) in the blood. The researchers analyzed series of stool samples from children and their mothers using advanced DNA technology and simultaneously measured various lactic acids produced by the bacteria. The results were clear: children who had high levels of…
When people are looking Clear + Brilliant NYCthey usually want one thing: results they can see. Smoother texture. Pores that look cleaner. Brighter tone. Skin that looks healthier in the daylight — not just right after a facial when everything’s cool. And in a city like New York, where stress, travel, pollution, makeup and late nights are part of the lifestyle, you want a treatment that works but doesn’t throw you out of your routine. Clear + Brilliant is that sweet spot: a facial laser designed to refresh, improve and renew your skin with minimal downtime, especially when done right.…