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Federal rental assistance distributed during the COVID-19 pandemic did much more than help people stay in their homes. It also improved their mental health. A UC Riverside study published this week in the journal Health matters found that the Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) program—created by Congress in 2021 to prevent evictions among low-income renters during the pandemic—also improved mental health and increased appropriate use of mental health care. “Using a national data set, we found that housing assistance helped low-income renters—who are among the most vulnerable populations—feel better and receive mental health treatment when needed,” said Wei Kang, an assistant…
There is something about sunlight that recharges you. If you don’t get enough of it, you feel a lot like a potted plant that’s been kept too far from a window – you start to feel like you’re sagging and withering physically and mentally.It’s not just in your head. Sunlight contains a powerful cocktail of health benefits: it lowers blood pressure, fights inflammation, supports optimal testosterone levels, improves insulin sensitivity, boosts immunity, and improves mood and sleep. These benefits don’t just come from sunlight-induced vitamin D production. some of them appear independently of it and are products of sunlight itself.Unfortunately,…
2024 has been everywhere for me and my team at our corporate headquarters in Austin, Texas, and it always makes me happy to share the highlights of the year we’ve accomplished to better serve you, our loyal friends and customers! Being able to share personal updates like these is one of my favorite parts of being a founder-led small business. So there you go. Some of the most remarkable things that happened to Renée Rouleau in 2024 and a sneak peak in 2025! We introduced three new BODY care products (As seen in Today demonstration!) I’ve gone a bit off…
Welcome back to 2026, No Shoes Nutrition family!Author: Megan XipolitosIf January had a smell, it would be a combination of fresh designers, cozy socks… and the faint panic of, “Would I have to reinvent my entire life by Tuesday?” The need to reset and restart is strong and can even cause constipation and overexertion in some. We hope we can help you do things differently this year!Let’s skip the chaos and do something smarter: listen to your body. A “reset” shouldn’t feel like punishment – it should feel like support. Here it is five signs that your body is waving…
A new UCLA study reveals that a widely used federal hospital safety metric is fundamentally flawed when applied to emergency stroke care, potentially creating incentives that may discourage hospitals from performing life-saving procedures on the sickest patients. The research, published in Journal of NeuroInterventional Surgery, examined the Patient Safety Index 04 (PSI 04), a “failure to rescue” measure developed by the US Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) to monitor deaths following treatable complications in surgical patients. The study analyzed data from the Nationwide Inpatient Sample covering 73,580 stroke thrombectomy procedures between 2016-2019, along with detailed consecutive case reviews…
Here’s the truth: most of us have nervous system dysfunction during sex—and we don’t even realize it. Dysregulation happens when your body gets stuck in a stress response (like fight-or-flight or freeze mode), instead of feeling calm and safe. If you’ve ever been in bed short of breath, your mind is racing with self-doubt, or you’ve felt completely disconnected from your body… you’re not alone. Your nervous system is a critical part of sex – but most of us were never taught how it works. We move around the world in survival mode most of the time, and that includes…
The skin barrier, also known as the stratum corneum, is the outermost layer of the skin. It acts as a protective layer of the skin. It retains moisture and keeps away harmful pollutants and bacteria. Skin care during pregnancy in winter is a priority for many expectant mothers. You face hormonal changes, cooler air, indoor heating and increased dryness. These factors stress the skin barrier and increase sensitivity. You may notice increased redness, dullness or irritation as the humidity drops. Your skin loses moisture more quickly during this time and pregnancy puts more demands on your skin’s natural defenses. Why…
Researchers at the University of California, San Diego, Mass General Brigham, and their colleagues have identified specific gut bacteria and metabolic pathways that drive alcohol production in patients with auto-brewery syndrome (ABS). The rare and often misunderstood condition causes people to experience intoxication without drinking alcohol. The study was published in Nature Microbiology on January 8, 2026. ABS occurs when gut microbes break down carbohydrates and turn them into ethanol (the alcohol found in alcoholic beverages), which then enters the bloodstream. While carbohydrate metabolism can produce small amounts of alcohol in everyone, the levels can be high enough to cause…
Applying for a fully funded PhD in the UK can be exciting and deeply overwhelming at the same time. Especially if you’re applying from another country, managing financial uncertainty or balancing care, work or single motherhood alongside ambition. This guide explains the practical steps of applying for a fully funded PhD in the UK, while also acknowledging the emotional toll this process can have. I share this not only as a researcher or someone familiar with the UK higher education system, but as someone who has lived through the uncertainty of applying, waiting, relocating and trying to stay emotionally stable…
If you’ve been hearing about inflammation lately — and wondering if it could be affecting you — you’re not alone. Chronic, or systemic, inflammation has become an increasingly hot topic for very good reason. This condition plays a role in a wide range of conditions, from autoimmune diseases and digestive disorders to heart disease, blood sugar dysregulation (such as insulin resistance or type II diabetes) and even some cancers. But what exactly is chronic inflammation? How is it different from acute inflammation? And more importantly, what can you do to reduce systemic inflammation in your body? There is more in…