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Health services should teach eating disorder patients psychosocial skills to help more people recover and avoid relapse, according to an expert. Anorexia, bulimia and other eating disorders affect millions of people, and eating disorder expert Bethany Crowley warns that eating disorders are often misunderstood. He suggests that a more holistic approach to treating people is needed, focusing on the whole person rather than just the disordered eating. Quieting negative thoughts, learning to deal with emotional triggers and practicing self-compassion are among nine key skills outlined by the therapist in a new book. An integrated approach to the treatment of eating…
In the United States, someone dies by suicide every 11 minutes. Rates of suicidal behavior have increased over the past decade. and disparities in suicide rates among certain populations are growing (PDF | 13.4 MB). There is also concern about suicidal trends amid ongoing mental health and overdose crises and in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, in which many people have experienced loss, social isolation, behavioral health problems, and disparities in health care resources, education, housing and other suicide risk factors. The good news is that we have made great strides in strengthening the infrastructure, capacity, and practice of…
In a recent study published in the journal Nature Medicinea group of researchers in China conducted a prospective cluster analysis of metabolic multimorbidity based on 21 metabolic parameters to investigate gut microbiome signatures associated with metabolism and age to better understand the relationship between metabolism, age, and long-term CVD risk. Study: Divergent age-related gut microbiome and metabolic signatures modulate CVD risk. Image Credit: Katerina Kon / Shutterstock Record Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of global mortality, and metabolic disorders and age, also complexly linked, are thought to be major contributors to cardiovascular disease risk. Metabolic disorders increase in complexity…
Check it out, fam! Let’s talk about toners – those magic potions for your face that will make you feel fresh and fly. So, as far back as ancient Egypt and Greece, peeps mixed tonics with ingredients like vinegar and rose water to keep their skin plump. Fast forward to the 20th century, and we got the OG toners popping up, mostly alcohol-based to tighten pores and remove oil. But they were too harsh for some people, so brands started mixing up milder blends to keep us all glowing without the dryness and drama. Today, toners are the real MVPs…
My abortion journey began early in the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and was marked by four pregnancies that I decided to terminate. As we wait for the Supreme Court to decide the fate of mifepristone, I think about how access to medical abortion has been instrumental in expanding reproductive health care options for countless people like me. Restrictions on mifepristone not only jeopardize our ability to get the types of abortions we want and need, but also perpetuate barriers to access to health care, particularly for marginalized communities. I discovered my first pregnancy in March 2020 as a 19-year-old sophomore in…
Demystifying Genes, DNA, and Chromosomes: A Beginner’s ExplorationHave you ever looked in the mirror and wondered what makes you who you are? Or have you ever wondered how traits are passed down from generation to generation? The answers to these profound questions lie within the complex realm of genes, DNA and chromosomes. In this beginner’s guide, we embark on a journey to demystify these fundamentals of life, unraveling their meaning and unraveling the very essence of our being.Understanding Genes: Blueprints of NatureThink of genes as the architects of our biological identity, intricately designing the blueprint of life. These remarkable entities…
I’m way over body positivity. It’s been co-opted by social media influencers in average-sized bodies, companies that often throw the term around as they’re trying to sell you something — and the weight-loss industry. This co-opting has diluted the message of body positivity, even turning it into toxic positivity (“If you don’t love your body all the time, you’re doing something wrong!”) in some cases. While “body positivity” remains a buzz phrase, the origins of the body positivity movement run much deeper than its current commercialized manifestations. What was the body positivity Body positivity has its roots in late 1960s…
BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced today new real-world data showing that patients with hereditary angioedema (HAE) who have normal levels and function of C1 inhibitor (HAE-nC1-INH) had a reduction in monthly attack rates after starting oral, once-daily berotralstat. In addition, new results from the largest body of evidence documenting adverse health outcomes associated with the prophylactic use of attenuated androgens in HAE were presented. These data were presented at the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) conference in Valencia, Spain. Efficacy and safety of berotralstat in patients with hereditary angioedema with normal C1 inhibitor: A European case series Six…
Post-nut transparency is a term that has entered mainstream culture – with long debates Reddit, podcasts and even song lyrics (from Drake to Alemeda). Ironically, there is no clarity about its definition. In some scenarios, it refers to feelings of clarity immediately after ejaculation. in others, it evokes feelings of remorse or disgust.Whether it occurs after different sex positions or after masturbation, this interesting phenomenon raises the curiosity about its validity and its underlying causes. Amid the anecdotes, theories, and speculation, is there scientific evidence to support the phenomenon, or is it largely anecdotal? And what exactly is post-nut clarity?…
Losing weight fast can be a challenge, but with the right plan, it is possible to lose significant pounds in a short period of time. In this article, we will show you how to lose 45 pounds in 3 weeks in a safe and effective way. The science of rapid weight loss When it comes to rapid weight loss, it’s important to understand the science behind it. Rapid weight loss occurs when you burn more calories than you consume. This creates a calorie deficit, which forces your body to use stored fat for energy. However, losing weight too quickly can…