Author: healthtost
Millions of people use a portable health and fitness tracker. These devices can be useful for monitoring activity levels, sleep quality and heart rate. But for some, wearables may have unintended consequences on well-being. This is something I came across recently. At a public speaking event, I spoke to a man who told me a story that stuck with me. He had just finished a long hike and felt great. Then he glanced at his smart watch. Heart rate: 130 bpm. Momentary panic. About 30 minutes later he realized the cause: the altitude. However, in that moment, it had gone…
I knew about New Dimensions long before I was invited to be interviewed about my new book, male menopause, published in 1997. Michael and Justine Toms founded New Dimensions Radio in 1973 and have recorded groundbreaking conversations with visionaries such as Joseph Campbell, HH the Dalai Lama, R. Buckminster Fuller, Ram Dass, Maya Angelou, Andrew Weil, Stewart Brand, Joanna Marbb and many others. Recently, I was lucky enough to interview Justine about how New Dimensions have evolved over the past fifty plus years and are working to bring back recordings that are in danger of being lost. I always ask…
With Dr. LeahPharmD — Pharmacist & Founder, EpiLynx by Dr. Lia | May 6, 2026 | 6 minutes reading You just had rosacea at 38. At 45, your face is permanently pink, breaks out at the slightest heat or spice, and your previously reliable skincare makes everything worse. Postmenopausal rosacea is one of the most painful and least explained skin changes of middle age—because it involves three different mechanisms hitting at once. Here’s the full picture and the allergen-free protocol that really helps. The triple whammy: hot flashes + histamine + estrogen loss Mechanism 1: Hot Flashes as Repeated Educative…
Thyroid dysfunction is one of the most common endocrine conditions afflicting expectant women in India. Thyroid disorder significantly affects the course of pregnancy in several ways. From recent epidemiological data as well as some clinical studies, it has been observed that thyroid complications in pregnancy, especially hypothyroidism, in the Indian pregnant population are much higher than those in western countries. Because of the vital role that thyroid hormones play in fetal development, particularly neurodevelopment and maternal health, this condition has already become a top concern for the country’s public health and obstetrics services. Understanding Thyroid Dysfunction Thyroid disorder refers to…
A new machine learning approach to prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) treatment of metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) could estimate radiation dose to tumors and healthy organs before starting treatment. Using data already available from pre-treatment PET/CT scans, this new predictive tool could help personalize treatment plans, improve patient selection and reduce the risk of toxicity. This research was presented at the 2026 Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Annual Meeting.Dosimetry is critical for optimizing 77Lu-PSMA radiopharmaceutical therapy in mCRPC. Currently, post-treatment imaging is commonly used to calculate dosimetry. However, it is time consuming and resource intensive. Pretreatment PET/CT offers…
By Christina Zamba, Human Rights Lawyer and Deputy Director of Global Advocacy at the Center for Reproductive Rights © Rolf Luginbuehl Barriers to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services have always existed, but the Covid-19 pandemic has brought to light the dark reality of these barriers. The general population around the world now experiences what many marginalized people, such as adolescents, people with disabilities, people living in rural and humanitarian settings, and members of LGBTIQ communities have experienced — limited or no access to SRH services. While people belonging to these groups bear the brunt of the stigma…
May 29, 2026 · By Amy Suzanne Upchurch, Founder + CEO of Pink Stork, Certified Health Coach, INHC The short answer: three months before you start trying to conceive, at least. THE Mayo Clinic recommends starting folic acid supplements at least three months before conception because the neural tube—which becomes the brain and spinal cord—closes by day 28 of pregnancy, often before a woman knows she’s pregnant. Red blood cell folate, the most predictive marker for neural tube defect protection, takes one to three months of continuous supplementation to reach optimal levels. If you’re reading this and you’re already trying…
A multicenter clinical trial led by investigators at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center found that implanting collagen wafers during brain surgery to deliver targeted radiation therapy dramatically improved tumor control, reduced the risk of recurrence, and improved overall survival compared with the current standard of care for patients with newly diagnosed brain metastases requiring surgery. The ROADS trial, led by Jeffrey Weinberg, MD, professor of Neurosurgery, and Thomas Beckham, MD, Ph.D., assistant professor of CNS Radiation Oncology, is the first Phase 3 randomized controlled trial comparing postoperative cesium-131 collagen plate therapy versus standard cesium-131 collagen-based radiation therapy.…
Do you feel cramping, bloating and irritation right before your period? During the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, hormonal ups and downs can cause unpleasant symptoms such as increased appetite and water retention. If period cravings are driving you to devour every empty calorie in sight, here are some luteal phase nutrition tips to ensure your body gets the nutrition it needs to fuel your activities and minimize discomfort. Why am I so hungry during the luteal phase? The luteal phase of the menstrual cycle occurs around day 15 to 28 of the cycle. This is the preliminary phase…
By Sally B · Founder, Sally B’s Skin Yummies · 30 Years of Botanical Formulation I was scrolling through my social media feed when the ad popped up. A miracle care product. Extraordinary claims. The kind of language that makes a thirty year old brewer either laugh or reach for the ingredient label and I always reach for the ingredient label. Buried in the marketing copy was a reference to their ingredient. Something called CICA. A revolutionary botanical, they said. An important discovery. The next great thing in skincare. I had never heard of CICA. So I did what I…