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Are you constantly looking for healthy, glowing skin? Of course, you could include topical vitamin C and similar active brighteners in your skincare regimen… but there are other *creative* ways to achieve a glow-from-within complexion. Perhaps the most fun of the bunch: regular bedtime activity. Yes, the sex glow is completely legal, peer-reviewed and scientifically backed. Even better, the benefits of sex and orgasm will not only translate to your skin but also to your mood, relationship satisfaction and more. Read on to find out why having more sex could be the gift that makes you glow. The Sex Afterglow…

Remember when we used to hit the ground running on New Year’s, obsessing over every bite we put into our bodies and pushing ourselves to the gym every day? A successful “New Year, new me” was usually measured by how bikini-ready our bodies were from Spring Break. Now, we are in our slow girl era. We’ve replaced “no pain, no gain” with a “do what feels good” attitude to begin a journey toward long-term, sustainable wellness. There is a place for pushing ourselves, but we pay more attention to our bodies to give them the balance they need. We can…

In a study published in the journal Nature communications, researchers looked at ReFRAME (short for Reuses, Focused Rescue and Accelerated Medchem), a drug reuse library, for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) drugs. They identified lonafarnib as a potent inhibitor of the RSV fusion protein and investigated its therapeutic potential against an RSV infection. Study: Drug repurposing screen identifies lonafarnib as a respiratory syncytial virus fusion protein inhibitor. Image credit: joshimerbin / Shutterstock Record RSV causes severe lower respiratory tract infections in young children, immunocompromised individuals, and older adults, with millions of annual hospital admissions and deaths. The recent coronavirus disease 2019…

I know, it’s February, but for the first time I tried to complete Dry January. I wanted to try it to see how much it affected my anxiety, brain fog and energy levels. In previous years, I wanted to try it, but the challenge lacked motivation. This year, I’ve had a problem (anxiety, brain fog, and low energy) and was curious to see if cutting out alcohol would help. Alcohol/stress was like a hamster wheel. I was anxious so I would drink for relief but then the alcohol would cause more anxiety so I would have a drink the next…

Do you like to be the first to learn about new trends? Then you’ll want to learn about black seed oil. Although not a new ingredient, black seed oil, also known as black cumin seed oil, has recently become a highly sought-after ingredient in skin care—and for good reason. This ancient herbal oil, which graced Cleopatra’s skin, is traditionally used throughout the Middle East, Africa and Asia. and is now gaining worldwide recognition for its remarkable skin benefits. Let’s explore its various applications and gain practical knowledge on how to incorporate black seed oil into your daily skin care routine.…

Substances like THC, alcohol and nicotine can fundamentally change our body and brain chemistry in a number of ways. What you may not have considered is how weed, alcohol and smoking can affect your vaginal chemistry. While substance use is a personal decision, it is important to be aware of how these decisions can affect your body and health. Here’s a breakdown of how marijuana, alcohol, and smoking can affect your vagina. Weed In recent years there has been a flurry of products containing CBD or THC that claim to do everything from enhancing sexual pleasure to relieving menopausal symptoms…

Identifying reliable its sources documented nutrition information about yourself or to share with clients can be a challengeespecially in his fast-paced world online influencers. The ability to separate fact from fiction is a vital tool both for you and your customers. Dominique Adair, MS, RD, has spent her career helping people help people eat better. Certified Fitness Professional, Clinical Lipid Specialist, Registered Dietitian and ACE Scientific Advisory Board member, Dominique is the Chief Clinical Quality Officer, leading a team of 300 registered dietitians at Nourish (www.usenourish.com), a technology-leveraged telehealth company that matches patients and customers RDs. Here, Dominique answers our…

A new research paper was published in Genes & Cancer on February 5, 2023, titled, “Mechanism-Based Blood Proteomic Markers of the TGF-β Pathway Stratify Hepatocellular Cancer Risk in Cirrhotic Patients.” Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the third leading cause of cancer death worldwide, but is often diagnosed at an advanced incurable stage. However, despite the urgent need for blood-based biomarkers for early detection, few studies capture the ongoing biology to identify biomarkers that stratify risk. In this new study, researchers Xiyan Xiang, Krishanu Bhowmick, Kirti Shetty, Kazufumi Ohshiro, Xiaochun Yang, Linda L. Wong, Herbert Yu, Patricia S. Latham, Sanjaya K. Satapathy,…

What is cholesterol? Does it really matter? By Barbara Pierce Zawko It is confusing and difficult to understand our cholesterol numbers. And you wonder, does it really matter? Yes, it really does matter, said Pat Zawko, director of quality resources, risk management and corporate compliance, Little Falls Hospital. He said there is a clear correlation between cholesterol levels and your chances of having a heart attack or stroke. “Your life depends on knowing your numbers,” he said. “Yeah, it’s confusing. we are exposed to a lot of misleading, conflicting and even false information.” What is clear is the link between…

At Healthworks Group, we have continued our commitment to inclusion, anti-racism and education across our clubs. Black History Month, held annually each February, is a celebration and honor of the historical achievements and cultural contributions of Black Americans. As we celebrate Black History Month in 2024, we invite you to join us as we come together to inspire, support, learn, and empower Black voices and the power of Black women. HWX x Black History Month Community Fitness Classes Celebrate with movement to the music of Black artists and our inspiring HWX instructors. These specialty classes are open to our community…