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Yogis who want to foray into arm balances should try their hand at crow pose (Sanskrit name: kakasana). Often confused with crane pose (bakasana), the crow offers multiple approaches that make it accessible no matter where you are in your yoga practice. When certain actions are emphasized—for example, engaging your core, tightening your inner thighs, or bending your spine (i.e., rounding your back)—it becomes clear that most yoga poses or asanas mold our bodies into repetitive shapes. they just have different relationships to gravity. When you approach crow pose with playfulness (and humility), this low-to-the-ground hand balance is a lot…

In a recent study presented in Nature communications, the researchers created mice that carry a gain-of-function (GoF) mutation in the gene encoding the inhibitor of nuclear factor kappa-β kinase beta subunit (IKBKB), known as the IKBKB gene encoding IKK2. This was done to investigate how this mutation works. Study: IKK2 controls the inflammatory potential of tissue-resident regulatory T cells in a mouse gain-of-function model. Image credit: Gorodenkoff/Shutterstock.com Record Loss-of-function mutations demonstrate the importance of P3-positive (Foxp3+) regulatory T cells (Tregs) within the forkhead box in immune control. Tregs mediate dominant tolerance and protect against autoimmune disorders. They undergo positive selection…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact Director of Communications Adele Scheiber at [email protected] or by phone at 631 – 538 – 6348 for comments and questions. The National Women’s Health Network is pleased to announce the inaugural members of our new Policy Advisory Committee. The Policy Advisory Committee will bring together accomplished researchers and clinicians who share a passion for advocating for women’s health. As committee members, these esteemed health professionals will have the opportunity to collaborate with other experts to help shape policy, advance research, and guide materials designed to benefit women’s health. Their policy development efforts will focus on three key…

14 Mar Understanding NAD+ and healthy agingThis post was sponsored by True Niagen. All opinions are my own. Celebrities like Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber have been seen using NAD+ to support healthy aging, making it more popular than ever — even though they don’t know how it works. To understand the function of NAD+ in the body is to understand a little about cellular nutrition.I was introduced to Tru Niagen, an NAD+ precursor supplement, a few years ago at a nutrition conference. What really spoke to me was the misinformation shared about this category. Below you will learn what…

A new research paper was published in Oncotarget’s Volume 15, on March 14, 2024, titled, “ABT199/venetoclax Synergy with Thiotepa Enhances Fludarabine, Cladribine, and Busulfan Cytotoxicity in AML Cells.” ABT199/venetoclax, an inhibitor of the pro-survival protein BCL-2, has improved the treatment of AML. Its effectiveness in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT), when combined with other chemotherapy drugs, has not been thoroughly investigated. In this new study, researchers Benigno C. Valdez, Bin Yuan, David Murray, Jeremy L. Ramdial, Uday Popat, Yago Nieto, and Borje S. Andersson from the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and the University of Alberta demonstrate the…

IntroductionIn recent years, the term “superfoods” has gained enormous popularity, attracting the attention of health-conscious individuals seeking the key to optimal health and longevity. Superfoods are often marketed as panaceas, offering various health benefits and promising to transform our well-being. But what lies beneath the surface? This blog will explore the truth behind the hype surrounding superfoods and separate fact from fiction.Definition of SuperfoodsThe term “superfoods” refers to nutrient-dense foods that are purported to offer exceptional health benefits due to their high content of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other bioactive compounds. They are often touted to prevent chronic disease, boost…

Age brings wisdom, experience and a sense of confidence. However, it also brings changes to our skin, which may require a new approach to skin care. Enter skin cycling, the newest skin care trend that has taken the beauty world by storm. This dermatologist-approved regimen offers a new perspective on maintaining glowing skin for older women. In this blog, we will learn everything you need to know about leather recycling, its benefits and how it can do wonders for your skin.What is Skin Cycling?Skin cycling, popular on TikTok, is a skincare routine that involves rotating products to address different skin…

Inflammation is generally understood as a localized immune response to a cellular injury (such as when you get a cut). This inflammatory process exists to help your body heal and recover. However, if it continues even when there is no longer a reason for it, inflammation becomes problematic. There are many factors that can cause inflammation as part of our daily lives. Not only that, but if we don’t take care of our bodies optimally, this can contribute to prolonged inflammation. This negatively affects general health and degrades athletic performance. When does inflammation go from helpful to harmful? What factors…

In a recent study published in Lancet Infectious Diseasesresearchers assessed the global, national and regional burden and trends in tuberculosis. Study: Age-specific global, regional and national progress towards the 2020 milestones of the WHO strategy to end tuberculosis: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021. Image credit: SewCreamStudio/Shutterstock.com Record Tuberculosis is a major contributor to the global burden of disease despite being a preventable and treatable disease. It accounts for more than one million deaths each year, and in 2019, it was the leading cause of death from a single infectious agent. Global initiatives to address…

Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health is the foundation of life In today’s news, references to ‘mental health’ most often focus on the mental health of children and adults – with the mental health of infants and young children often overlooked or misunderstood. However, since important attachments are formed in the early years of life, focusing on infant and early childhood mental health provides an important opportunity to establish and strengthen the foundations of their emotional and social growth and development. To meet these needs, there are a number of practitioners, providers, and other professionals who dedicate their careers to…