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I share some of the details of how I overcame my autoimmune struggles, brought balance to my body, and am now symptom free. Download the free ebook here. Hello friends! what are you doing I hope you’ve had a great morning so far. I have a day full of client calls and I’m looking forward to some adventures with the family — we’re headed to Disney for the long weekend to celebrate Liv’s day. I will share the adventures IG Stories! The kids have asked for events or trips instead of birthday parties and I’m on it. Much less stress…
The search for answers to Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative disorders remains one of the most pressing goals in brain research. Maciej J. Stawikowski, Ph.D., assistant professor of chemistry and biochemistry at Florida Atlantic University’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, believes the key may lie in understanding how cholesterol and other lipids move through cells and affect their communication. “Lipids and Alzheimer’s are known to be linked,” said Stawikowski, a member of the FAU Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute. “Lipid imbalance can lead to the formation of amyloid plaques – oversized clumps of protein that disrupt cell function, a hallmark of…
As told to Jacquelyne FroeberIt’s January Thyroid Awareness Month.”Have you noticed any asymmetry in your neck?” my friend asked. As doctors, we didn’t usually spend our time looking at each other’s abnormalities, but he was right. The right side of my neck was slightly more swollen than the left. Luckily my sister is an endocrinologist so I made an appointment to see her the next day. He did an ultrasound and found nodules on my thyroid. He didn’t think it was cancerous, but I needed a biopsy to be sure. When the results came back, I was relieved to find…
written by: Allison Goins, Ph.D. | Posted on January 11thu2025 at 6:00 am Adaptogens are another popular category of skin care ingredients that is gaining in popularity and prevalence. Youth to the People was one of the first major skin care brands to launch a product with adaptogens as a hero ingredient. However, an adaptogen is not just one thing. is a group of plants. These stress-fighting plant extracts support plants when they are under environmental stress, and now people want to see if they can bring the same benefits to humans. Today, the benefits of adaptogens available on the…
Written by Swastika Shrestha, Research Manager at Birat Nepal Medical Trust in Nepal and co-author of the research article Feasibility of the HPV self-sampling pathway in Kathmandu Valley, Nepal using a person-centred design approach “What does a name mean?” Shakespeare’s famous quotes. However, it turns out there’s more to a name than one might think. When I researched cervical cancer, I found that the majority of women did not know that cervical cancer and uterine cancer were different entities. Cervical cancer is known as “cervical cancer” and uterine cancer is known as “uterine cancer” in Nepal. These strangely…
When you hear “good source of protein,” what foods come to mind? Boneless chicken breast? A medium-rare prime rib? A cup of Greek yogurt sprinkled with chopped almonds? What about yellow peas? It might not be your first thought, but pea protein is a great option for anyone who wants the benefits of protein supplements but prefers plant-based products. Find out why we use pea protein in our protein supplements — and how choosing a plant-based protein won’t change your gains and goals any time soon. 5 Nutritional Benefits of Pea Protein The humble pea is actually a source of…
Stephen Wilson Jr. was a scientist working for Mars, Inc. (Yes, the Candy Company). One day, his boss pulled him into an office and said something that changed his life: “Stefan, you are about to be promoted.” It was usually cause for celebration, but this was meant as a warning from his boss. In a previous life, Stephen was a guitarist in a small indie rock band. He also spent his evenings writing songs. His boss knew that Stephen was a very good songwriter and where he really belonged. He told Stefanos about the golden handcuffs: “You’re in line for…
A UAB-led study analyzed the brains of women during pregnancy for the first time using neuroimaging techniques. The study included non-pregnant mothers whose partners were pregnant to distinguish biological effects from those caused by the mother’s experience. The research shows that there is a reduction and partial recovery of almost 5% of gray matter in 94% of the total gray matter volume of the brain, especially in areas associated with social cognition. Researchers from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), the Gregorio Marañón Health Research Institute and the Hospital del Mar Research Institute, together with other recognized international institutions, have…
Picture this: It’s been another whirlwind of meetings, family responsibilities, and endless to-do lists. Your shoulders are tense, your mind is racing, and somewhere between being a high-powered professional and a devoted mother and wife, you’ve forgotten to take some time for yourself. Sound familiar? Let’s talk about self-care, not as another item on your to-do list, but as your secret weapon to thriving in all areas of your life. Defining Self-Care: More Than Just Grooming Let me be honest with you, I used to think self care was all about bubble baths, face masks and ice cream. Don’t get…
New terms to describe human behaviors seem to pop up online every day. While most of these terms describe largely benign behaviors, such as “ghosting” and “snowman,” some describe behaviors that are, in fact, disturbing and dangerous. “Stealthing” is a term that often comes up when talking about new sexual encounters. Is this something you should be concerned about? Let’s learn together. Protect yourself from the damage that STDs can cause. Secure your sexual health with Better2Know’s Platinum Screen, which screens for 11 different STDs. What is stealthing? “Stealthing” describes when two people consent to have protected sex, but then…