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The Washington Post article, “As obesity increases, big food and nutritionists are giving “anti-diet” advice.” is an example of what happens when journalists lose all nuance and common sense to sell a narrative that doesn’t fit. Under the helm of Anahad O’Connor and “The Examination,” the WaPo’s investigative attack dog team, the public is getting used to incompetent and poorly constructed arguments against nutritionists for actually doing their job. To summarize their argument: dietitians denounce food shaming and diets and promote foods that are not fruits and vegetables. Therefore, we are the reason for the high obesity rates in the…

IIn the six years I’ve spent training at the boutique gym, I can probably name (from memory) every black and brown person I’ve ever trained. That should let you know that there isn’t much. Not to mention, as limited as the number I see is, there are many studios I’ve been to that have even less diversity. In a space where music by Black and Brown artists and Black and Brown bodies (ie big behinds) are loved and sought after, it becomes challenging when we ourselves are not welcome. Boutique gyms, in particular, are filled with mostly white faces. Whenever…

Regular aerobic exercise later in life prevents genomic instability characterized by DNA damage and telomere dysfunction, according to a study from the University of Utah Department of Internal Medicine. The researchers will present their work this week at the American Physiology Summit, the flagship annual meeting of the American Physiological Society (APS), in Long Beach, California. These new findings will greatly impact our understanding of the mechanisms of how aerobic exercise improves vascular health at the level of genomic stability.” Jisok Lim, PhD Exercise at the end of their lives was considered ineffective. However, existing studies show that…

As the cold days of winter slowly fade away, it’s time to welcome the vibrant energy of spring. With the change of season comes the perfect opportunity to refresh and refresh your skincare routine, saying goodbye to dry, dull winter skin and embracing radiant, glowing skin. At LifeLine Skincare, we understand the importance of adapting your skincare regimen to suit your skin’s needs as the seasons change. That’s why we’ve curated a comprehensive spring skincare guide to help you rejuvenate your skin and boost your glow.Why spring skin care mattersAs the weather warms and humidity levels rise, your skin’s needs…

Time: You don’t have much to spare, but you can’t exercise without spending it. You could rush between exercises like the Tasmanian devil — and risk injury. You could cut back on your training and miss out on important moves. Or you could choose a workout where working against the clock is built into the program. That would be every minute to the minute, or EMO, getting closer. It’s a challenging, scalable and surprisingly fun approach to standard issue strength training. Here’s how you can make EMOM workouts work for you, whatever your goals. What are EMOM workouts? In an…

Foundings A pilot study led by UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers suggests that for people with borderline resectable pancreatic cancer, giving an immunotherapy drug in combination with chemotherapy before surgery is safe and may improve long-term outcomes. The findings showed that treating patients with the combination therapy before surgery resulted in a higher rate of successful tumor removal, increased the time before the cancer progressed and prolonged overall survival compared to historical controls. The researchers also found that the addition of the immunotherapy component did not increase significant adverse side effects and did not lead to significant postoperative…

From devastating wildfires, tornadoes, and mudslides to mass shootings and terrorist attacks, it’s nearly impossible to turn on the news these days without seeing a report of another disaster. Natural disasters and man-made disasters are increasing frequency, duration and severity. Only in 2023, the United States experienced 114 are federally declared disastersincluding 28 separate weather and climate disasters that each caused at least $1 billion in damages. These disasters can have a profound impact on affected people and communities, especially when multiple disasters have occurred in the same area. This increase in frequency and severity can be overwhelming given the…

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), endometriosis affects approximately 10% of women of reproductive age worldwide. Among the side effects experienced by endometriosis sufferers, Fertility problems stand out as one of the most painful symptoms. However, equipped with accurate information on how to manage symptoms as well as available treatment options, Women can reduce the impact that the disease has on their lives and on their dreams of having a family. READ MORE | Insulin resistance could affect your fertility Awareness That’s the message of hope gynecologist Dr Abri de Bruin wants to share with South Africans as the…

By Zohra S Lassi and Salima Meherali About the Authors Dr. Zohra Lassi (PhD) is Associate Professor and NHMRC Emerging Leader-2 (EL2) Fellow at the Robinson Research Institute and School of Public Health, University of Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Dr. Salima Meherali (PhD) is an Assistant Professor in the School of Nursing at the University of Alberta. Global migration trends have increased over the years. Several factors are driving this trend, including economic opportunities, political instability, conflict, environmental change, and globalization. Refugee and immigrant adolescents face a myriad of challenges and vulnerabilities that can significantly affect their well-being.…

Get ready – this next month of growth is going to be strong! At 9 months of age, your baby will experience more vocal development in his developmental milestones and will enjoy engaging with the people around him. This article will cover all the new developmental milestones, along with a feeding schedule, a sample sleep schedule, and fun ways to engage your 9-month-old baby. We’ll also explore how much a 9-month-old should weigh, whether he may experience sleep regression and when his wake window is. So, let’s dive in! If there’s one word to describe your baby’s upcoming growth, it’s…