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Fasting and exercise can boost the longevity hormone FGF21, but what can we eat—or avoid eating—to get similar results? Over a century ago, fasting was was greeted not only as a means of combating ‘brain fatigue’, but also to ‘extend healthy longevity’. If this turns out to be true, FGF21 might it is a missing link. FGF21 is is characterized as a “systemic longevity enhancer”. It might be enhanced through prolonged fasting, but fortunately, there are other, less drastic measures, such as more carbohydrates or less protein. Give people have a lot of starchy foods and FGF21 levels increase. Healthier…
Walking is actually good for you. But the science is now clear that without occasional bursts of real cardiovascular effort—even just 10 minutes—you’re leaving some of the most powerful health protections on the table. CARDIO FITNESS · MARCH 2026 You are already walking. Maybe it’s a daily habit — 30 minutes after dinner, a morning walk around the neighborhood, steps logged on your phone. That’s really worth something, and we don’t want to take that away from you. But here’s an important nuance from the research: walking alone—at a leisurely, comfortable pace—may not substantially improve cardiorespiratory fitness in people who…
University of Cincinnati structural biologists are the first in the world to visualize a key cellular protein as part of newly published research from the College of Medicine. The Seegar lab became the first to visualize the structure of a regulatory protein, iRhom1, bound to the enzyme ADAM17, using cryogenic electron microscopy housed at UC’s Center for Advanced Structural Biology. This follows the lab’s work published last year that visualized the structure of ADAM17 bound to iRhom2. ADAM17 enzyme activity is essential in humans for proper tissue growth and immune response, and modulation of its activity is a drug target…
12:03 p.m. May 21, 2026 Co-authored with Dr. Leora Aizman Over time, even the healthiest skin begins to show signs of sun exposure and aging. Fine lines deepen, brown spots appear, texture changes and acne scars can become more noticeable. While medical skin care can certainly help, sometimes you need a treatment that works on a deeper level. Fractional Laser Resurfacing is one of our most effective tools for improving skin texture, tone and overall quality while still allowing for controlled healing and predictable…
Summary: It is not possible for a gonorrhea infection to turn into HIVHowever, gonorrhea can make HIV infection more likelyThe median age to get tested for gonorrhea on Better2Know is 29 It’s an understandable question that the team at Better2Know gets all the time: can gonorrhea turn into hiv? The short answer is No – Gonorrhea cannot become HIV. However, clinicians still take the link between the two infections seriously. These two infections can be closely related, with one affecting the other. But how does this happen? Continue reading to learn more. Gonorrhea can cause serious health problems – but…
How stress disrupts digestion, affects your microbiome, and what you can do to restore balance through the gut-brain connectionAuthor: Roxane ShymkiwIf you’ve ever felt nervous, overwhelmed, or “tired but wired,” you know what it’s like when your nervous system is on high alert. While stress is a normal part of life, it’s not something we have to live with all the time. The good news is that one of the most effective but often overlooked ways to support your nervous system is through the way you eat.What does it mean to feel grounded?Feeling grounded means that your body feels stable,…
Today, 11-year-old Logan Fitzpatrick of Malverne, New York, spends his time playing baseball, practicing tae kwon do, drawing and cheering on the Mets and Islanders. But behind the scenes, she continues to manage eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), a chronic allergic disease of the esophagus that can make swallowing and eating painful and difficult. After years of searching for answers, Logan and his family found ongoing, expert care through the Pediatric Gastroenterology Program at Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone, where his condition is medically managed with treatment, monitoring, nutritional guidance and behavioral support. Logan shares his story in recognition of World…
As awareness of brain health and healthy aging continues to grow, nutritionists and researchers are increasingly focusing on the role nutrition plays in protecting memory and cognitive function. A diet plan that has gained worldwide attention for its brain-protective potential is the MIND diet — a science-backed approach designed to support long-term brain health and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Short for Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delaythe MIND diet combines the best aspects of the Mediterranean diet and the DASH diet, while targeting specific foods linked to better cognitive performance and slower brain aging. The MIND Diet & Brain…
A new study led by a team from the University of Ottawa takes a major step forward in understanding how a heart attack can dramatically reshape brain function and trigger neurological effects, from depression and anxiety to different types of cognitive decline. This concept of a “heart-brain axis” suggests that neurological conditions after a heart attack could be due in part to molecular changes set in motion by damage to the heart. While there are many factors and signaling pathways involved in heart-brain interactions, this newly published research suggests that a toxic byproduct produced by the body plays an important…
Let’s get this out of the way: A tall glass of beet juice doesn’t inspire the same intense craving that a caramel macchiato does. Understandable. However, beetroot juice is packed with antioxidants and is one of the healthiest superfoods you can get your hands on. If the earthy taste leaves you cold, keep in mind that the beetroot flavor blends easily with other fruit juice flavors, as apple is its most popular companion fruit. In addition to providing the body with an amazing array of nutrients, beet juice also has tangible positive effects on your cardiovascular health, blood pressure and…