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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…
January babies are the perfect way to start the new year. Just as you look forward to the coming months for a fresh start, having a baby in January sets the tone for an exciting year ahead. Studies even show it People born in the winter months are less prone to mood swings and they are likely to be less irritable than those around them, so these are just a few things to think about when looking for January baby names. Of course, choosing a baby name for your little one can be a daunting task, but luckily there is…
Adequate, sustained weight loss can cut the risk of fatal heart attacks and strokes in half. In the ABC of the health consequences of obesity, G it’s for Hololithos. The leading digestive reason that is humans patient it is a gallbladder attack. Each year, more than a million Americans are diagnosed with gallstones, and about 700,000 have to have their gallbladders surgically removed. The it is a relatively safe procedure, with complication rates tending to it is under 5 percent and a death rate of only about 1 in 1,000. However, one in ten can develop a post-cholecystectomy syndrome with…
There are few questions that make my insides illegal Jaws theme music from the title of this blog post. Other nominations include; Hi, do you do CrossFit? – DA NUM So I saw something on Instagram about this detox tea that’s supposed to make your spleen pop, but whatever. I heard it’s totally healthy and worth it. Thoughts? – DAAAAAA NUM Baby, can you empty the dishwasher? – DA NUM, DA NUM, DA NUM, DA NUM, DA NUM… Admittedly, it seems kind of odd and dignified that I would roll my eyes at such an obvious question given what I…