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Pregnancy already comes with a long list of things to avoid, watch and worry about. A new study adds environmental chemicals to that debate — but its findings are less about blaming pregnant women and more about how difficult it is to avoid these exposures. Posted on JAMA Network Open, the study looked at 5,318 mother-child pairs from the US Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes, or ECHO, program. The researchers tested urine samples collected around 25 weeks of pregnancy for 113 chemicals and chemical breakdown products. The substances came from 10 groups, including pesticides, bisphenols, parabens, antimicrobials, sunscreen-related chemicals,…

If you spend any time on social media, you’ve probably come across thousands of posts tagged #BodyPositivity. Over the past decade, the phrase has become ubiquitous, appearing in everything from diet yogurts to fast-fashion advertising campaigns. On the surface, the message seems encouraging: Love your body, embrace your flaws and feel beautiful just the way you are. But as a weight-inclusive healthcare provider, I find myself increasingly disillusioned with the mainstream body positivity movement. While the intention to cultivate self-love is valid (I mean, why wouldn’t it be?); the current iteration of body positivity falls far short of creating real,…

Why do so many men struggle with their health—and what can they do about it? As part of Men’s Health Week, Nutrition Network gathered four professionals from around the world to discuss a topic that affects millions of men, but is often not talked about openly enough: the decline in men’s physical, metabolic and mental health. The panel, with host Tamzyn Murphy, RD, MSc (Dist.), MHPfeatured certified Food Network professionals: Peter Cummings – Exercise scientist and metabolic health professional Adam Weldzius – Nurse Shashikant Iyengar – Metabolic health coach Julio Catano – Community coach and advocate Together, they explored a…

I know, I know…I’m a dude.What could I do? probably I must say when it comes to her subtle postpartum complications anything?Well, as it happens, I have worked with many women during and after their pregnancies over the years and have had very good success with which explains the inner workings of a matrix helping them understand that whether they’ve given birth seven months ago or seven years ago, strength training can help with a myriad of postpartum issues.*hear the trumpets*You gotta lift shit up to fix shit upTo be on the same page……when I say “lift your shit” it…

Instagram use could affect not only how we see our bodies, but also how our brains perceive the bodies we inhabit as ‘ours’. In short, it could erode our sense of self to the point where we no longer recognize ourselves in our bodies or feel “at home” in them. This is the proposal of a scientific study published in the international journal Computers in Human Behavior and carried out by a team of researchers coordinated by Professor Giuseppe Riva, director of the Humane Technology Lab at the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Milan. The study, led by Dr.…

TL;DR A small cut or tear on the lip is more common than many people realize. Friction from sex, tight clothing, shaving, dryness, hormonal changes or irritation can all cause the delicate skin of the vulva to tear. Most mild cuts heal within a few days if you keep the area clean, avoid friction, wear loose cotton underwear, and use a gentle barrier such as petroleum jelly or coconut oil. But repeated tears, cuts that won’t heal, severe pain, discharge, swelling, fever, or sores that look unusual may indicate an infection, skin condition, or vaginal atrophy. First Reaction and What…

If you’re trying to cut back on sodium after a heart attack or for any other reason, you may struggle to find things that taste good. I hear this a lot. A quick and easy strategy is to add a punch of flavor with hot sauce. Hot sauce is actually a broad category, with different heat levels and flavor profiles, from classics like Tabasco to regional specialties inspired by Mexican, Caribbean, and Southeast Asia. If you only use a few drops, the sodium won’t be much. But drop your food in a teaspoon or more, and you might want to…

The world’s first HIV-to-HIV lung transplant was performed at NYU Langone Health. The surgery brings new hope for HIV-positive patients in need of lung transplants as it opens up a pool of potential donors who were previously ineligible. “This is a watershed moment for the HIV-positive community and represents real progress in creating equity in organ transplantation,” said Sapna Mehta, MD, clinical director of the NYU Langone Transplant Institute and co-architect of the US Food and Drug Administration-approved research protocol that made the complex procedure possible. “While these transplants are still only allowed under specific research protocols, this marks an…

Cord blood banking has emerged as a central concern in neonatal care. Umbilical cord blood (UCB), a resource abundant in hematopoietic stem cells, is cryopreserved in hopes of future clinical applications. THE storage of newborn stem cells promises various treatment options and regenerative therapies. Choosing a facility in which to store their baby’s stem cells is a significant commitment that needs careful due diligence. When reviewing cord blood banks, priority should be given to quality control measures, laboratory procedures and adherence to guidelines to ensure optimal quality of stored samples. Two types of cord blood banks The industry for safest…

Many men notice that their energy levels begin to change as they get older. You may still spend the same amount of time in bed, but waking up tired, sluggish or not fully refreshed can become more common after 50. A good night’s sleep is more than just feeling rested. Quality sleep supports your mood, focus, physical recovery and your ability to stay active throughout the day. For men over 50, a consistent sleep routine can make a big difference. Small habits before bed can help prepare your body for rest and make mornings feel easier. Here are simple sleep…