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Gut health is a buzzword in today’s wellness industry, and for good reason—our gut plays a critical role in digestion, immunity, and even mental health. But separating fact from fiction in this complex area is no easy task. The truth about gut health is that many popular claims and products lack scientific backing, leaving consumers confused and at risk of being misled. In a recent webinar hosted by AFPA, gut health expert Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro shared how health and wellness professionals can navigate gut health myths and guide their clients with science-backed advice. This article shares key takeaways from the…
Preoperative treatment with the new drug vidutolimod and the PD-1 checkpoint inhibitor nivolumab led to tumor control in 55% of patients with stage 3 cutaneous melanoma, according to the results of a single-arm phase 2 clinical trial conducted by the University of Pittsburgh, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, and the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The findings, published in Cancer Cellsupport the development of vidutolimod for the treatment of cutaneous melanoma and provide important information that could advance research on this drug for use in other cancers. This is the first and only clinical trial so far to test the innovative…
As he told you Jacquelyne FroeberIt’s October Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I was in the produce aisle of Winn-Dixie when an adult coughed on me. Out loud. I froze — a ripe tomato in my hand. I felt his weight and noticed the fine spray of cough on his bright red skin. This was no accident. I had seen that man moments earlier change direction and make a beeline for me. As I stood there boiling, I reminded myself to breathe. Unfortunately, this wasn’t the first time a random person saw me wearing a mask in public and coughed in…
Argireline and retinol can work together to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines and complement each other to improve skin tone and appearance. Therefore, in this article, we will discuss the benefits of using both Argireline and retinol in your skin care routine, as well as some of the possible side effects that may occur and how to avoid them when using these antiaging ingredients. . What is Argireline? Argireline, scientifically known as Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, is a peptide compound often referred to as “Botox in a jar” because it aims to mimic the effects of Botulinum toxin and…
For most men, waking up in the morning is a familiar and often welcome experience—a natural sign of sexual health that’s as old as time. But what about the erections that happen while you sleep, the ones you may not even be aware of? These nocturnal erections are more than just a quirk of biology. they are a vital indicator of your overall health. So, what would your penis say if it could chat with you over your morning coffee?The hidden benefits of night erections:Nocturnal erections, those spontaneous hard ones that happen during REM sleep, aren’t just random events —…
This post may contain affiliate links where I earn a small commission for your purchase at no cost to you. Feel free to check my disclosure and terms for more information! PUBLISHED: November 1, 2024 | By Hilary Erickson Looking to make sure you’re prepared for whatever life with a newborn brings? Most likely, this will be an illness at some point – so I think these are 3 things everyone should have with a new baby. The big hope is that you won’t need to use them for a while, but you never know and I think…
What’s Shaping the Future of Health and WellnessUnderstanding emerging dietary trends can benefit us by providing timely insights into effective health practices that could improve our well-being. In health and nutrition, new trends often reflect what’s happening with research and consumer demand, informing us of the latest tools, foods and techniques that can support our goals. It’s always about this time of year that I start researching what might be great topics to include in my nutrition plans for the coming year. I like to design and get a feel for what a trend might do so I can stay…
These healthy carrot cake muffins have all the flavors of a classic carrot cake, but in muffin size. Made with healthy ingredients, these muffins are a healthy option for a quick snack or breakfast on the go. We like to keep some homemade muffins for a quick snack. However, not all muffin recipes are created equal, so I developed this healthy carrot cake muffin recipe that’s packed with whole grains, gluten-free, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. Even though they are made with healthier ingredients, they still taste delicious. Your whole family is sure to love them! Muffin recipes like…
Quitting smoking within six months of a cancer diagnosis adds an average of two years to a patient’s life. With this information in hand, all cancer centers have an obligation to offer evidence-based smoking cessation to all patients, said Graham Warren, MD, Ph.D., Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Radiology. She is also the Mary Gilbreth Endowed Chair of Oncology, a MUSC Hollings Cancer Center investigator and senior author of a new paper demonstrating a broad survival benefit of using evidence-based smoking cessation to help patients quit smoking as soon as possible after cancer diagnosis. This is…
Date and time November 13, 20242:00–3:00 p.m. ET Location Virtual and in person at 6001 Executive Blvd., Rockville, MD 20852 OverviewDuring this lecture, Jenny Radesky, MD, and Megan Moreno, MD, MSEd., MPH, will discuss youth-centered approaches to social media research and their impact on frameworks, methods, and products.Dr. Radesky will present the DREAMER (Dynamic, Relational, Ecologic Approach to Media Effects Research; Barr, Kirkorian, Coyne & Radesky, 2024) model, a new conceptual framework for conducting early childhood media use research. This model improves upon earlier research, which focused only on children’s “screen time,” exploring the context of media use in parent-child…