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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is associated with a slightly increased risk of heart failure up to 20 years after diagnosis, according to a comprehensive registry study from the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden published in European Heart Journal. Researchers analyzed the risk of heart failure in more than 80,000 patients with inflammatory bowel disease, ie Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis or unclassified IBD, compared with 400,000 people from the general population, as part of the ESPRESSO study.The results show that people with IBD have a 19% increased risk of developing heart failure up to 20 years after diagnosis. This corresponds to one…

On September 29, 2023, the SAMHSA Recovery Office celebrated its first birthday. One year ago, during National Recovery Month, SAMHSA officially launched its first Office to promote recovery across the country. In our first year, we set out to establish ourselves by assembling a team of subject matter experts with lived experience and addressing the following critical issues we heard are important from recovery leaders and allies across the nation: Inclusion: “Nothing for us without us”To promote the meaningful participation of a wide range of people with lived experience to improve behavioral health practice and policy and promote the social…

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and here at Tone It Up, we’re overflowing with gratitude for all the #TIUMoms and incredible women who lift and inspire us every day. Whether you’re a mom yourself, a mother figure, or just a supporter of the amazing women in your life, this day is a celebration of love, strength, and all the beautiful moments we share with those we love. As we honor the extraordinary women in our lives, what better way to celebrate than with a Mother’s Day brunch? Today, we’re excited to share some of our favorite TIU-approved brunch…

Swipe Right, Swipe Left: Decoding Tinder’s MatrixTinder is a popular mobile dating app that allows users to browse and connect with potential matches in their geographic area. Users use a simple swipe mechanism where they can swipe right if they are interested in someone or left if they are not. If both users independently swipe right on each other’s profiles, a match is made and they can then communicate through the app. Hookup or Hype? The Myth of Tinder’s Casual CultureDespite the app’s association with “hookup culture” and the common perception that its primary use is to pursue casual sex…

If you want to improve the appearance of your upper body in a hurry, there are probably no more important movements than side exercises. The deltoids—the muscles that lift, rotate, and hinge your arms—are visible from almost any angle and look like halved coconuts on your arms and shoulders when they’re well developed. Strong side gussets create dramatic detail on your upper arm, chest and upper back, giving a rounded shape to your screaming silhouette, Yes, I work out. That’s a lot of bang for your buck for a single piece of muscle. Here’s how to develop them. Anatomy of…

More than 1 in 5 adults in Canada lacked access to primary care, with large regional gaps in access, according to new research in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) https://www.cmaj.ca/lookup/doi/10.1503/cmaj.231372. Translating to the Canadian population, our research estimates that more than 6.5 million adults across the country do not have access to a family doctor or nurse they can see regularly. And even those fortunate enough to have a family doctor struggle to get timely care for urgent concerns or care on evenings and weekends.” Dr. Tara Kiran, a family physician and researcher at the MAP Center for…

Skinny pants, especially jeans, have been a fashion staple for decades. However, many women feel discomfort and even pain when wearing them. This discomfort can significantly affect daily activities, especially for those who lead an active lifestyle or experience menopausal symptoms. But why do tight pants hurt “down there”? In this blog post, we’ll explore the anatomical and health-related reasons behind this issue and provide practical advice on how to choose comfortable yet stylish clothing that supports your health. Understanding Anatomy To understand why tight pants can cause discomfort, it is necessary to have a basic understanding of the female…

May 17 marks the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOBIT). In honor of the IDAHOBIT 2024 theme, “No One Left Behind: Equality, Freedom and Justice for All,” we’re spotlighting the MindMapBC project. MindMapBC is a service finder that helps people identify 2S/LGBTQ+ confirming mental health support in British Columbia. In recent years, MindMapBC has been run by I CONFIRM Collaborative, a research group committed to advancing 2S/LGBTQ+ health equity. However, the team always envisioned the website’s long-term future to be in the hands of a community-based organization. This summer marks the realization of that vision as the project…

When you think of developmental milestones, you probably imagine the first word or baby steps. But a big milestone is already happening to you, right now. “One of the most profound developmental transitions is becoming a parent,” she says Jessica Whalen, PhD, a former psychotherapist who now works as an organizational development consultant for new parents. It’s called “matrescence,” she explains, and it’s the experience of becoming a mom. And, yes, it presents major psychological and biological changes that are of the order of puberty. Returning to work adds another layer of complexity to this milestone—not only because of the…

CrossFit has been around since 2000, so chances are good that you or someone you know has tried it. With its explosion into a branded fitness movement came certain beliefs about what CrossFit athletes should be eating to support their performance. What is the truth about powering this type of high intensity treatment? Let’s look at some of the current thinking and what optimal CrossFit nutrition should really look like. What is CrossFit?CrossFit — short for “cross-disciplinary fitness” — is a brand-name fitness routine that took the country by storm in the early 2000s. Based in California, CrossFit-affiliated gyms began…