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Many years ago, the advice doctors gave pregnant women was to rest. This historic advice for pregnant women, according to Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), may be harmful. Now, doctors advise more exercise for women when they are pregnant. Can you believe that pregnant women are told to rest as much as possible during their pregnancy, even extended bed rest if complications arise. Not to mention the nutritional advice that you should “eat for two”. According to JAMA, however, “these misguided recommendations” have “evolved into a major contributor to the global obesity epidemic. Fifty years ago, gynecological medicine…

As a registered mindfulness-based dietitian with a decade of experience, I have witnessed the transformative power of mindful eating in improving emotional well-being with my clients. Stress, anxiety and other emotions can often lead to unhealthy eating habits that can exacerbate mental health problems. In this article, I’ll discuss how mindful eating can help you deal with stress, anxiety, and other emotions. Additionally, I will share specific mental health practices and resources to help you navigate these challenges and find balance in your life. Mindful eating for emotional well-being The connection between emotions and eating habits It is not uncommon…

In a Viewpoint article published on December 27, 2023, at JAMA Surgerythree Johns Hopkins researchers are urging the medical community to reject a widely held but scientifically unsupported belief that many transgender and gender variant (TGD) people who undergo gender confirmation surgery (GAS) later regret their decision to undergo it in such operations. The researchers are: Harry Barbee, Ph.D., assistant professor and interdisciplinary social scientist at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Bashar Hassan, MD, postdoctoral researcher in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the Johns Hopkins Center for Transgender and Gender Expansive Health (CTH) and the R…

When most patients receive a PSA test, they are unaware of the history of this test that has transformed it from one of the least reliable tests in medicine to arguably one of the most useful. We always try to educate our patients about PSA testing as it is an easy tool for them to understand, even as a patient. Historically, a single PSA measurement was used to order a biopsy for prostate cancer. If the PSA is above four, we will do a biopsy. If we found cancer, it would be treated – often aggressively. We quickly realized that…

Oils are definitely a hot topic in the skin care world. Some prefer to avoid them. others embrace them. However, there is one topic that has led to a particularly animated debate among experts – whether or not they are good when it comes to blemish-prone skin. In particular, rosehip oil has been extensively researched for its wound healing and antioxidant properties. With that being said, is it safe to assume that it can help calm inflammatory reactions like acne breakouts? That’s what I’ll cover in this post, but if you’re in a hurry, here’s the TLDR version of my…

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a widespread condition that affects millions of men worldwide, affecting their quality of life and relationships. The question of whether DM is reversible is critical, as it has implications for the treatment and well-being of those affected. In this article, we will delve into the various factors that contribute to ED and explore the possibilities of reversing it. First of all, it is important to understand SD to determine if it can be reversed or not. ED is usually defined as the persistent inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. It can…

You’ve been dreaming of this moment for the past 40 weeks (give or take)—your little one is finally here! But after the hard work of labor is done and before you can enjoy newborn bliss, there’s one more piece of the puzzle to deal with: baby’s umbilical cord. The umbilical cord serves as a life preserver in the womb, so special care is needed as the baby transitions to its independent self after birth. As such, there’s a lot new parents need to know about clamping, cutting and caring for the umbilical cord after birth – from the stump of…

What are the metabolic and behavioral adaptations that slow weight loss? Thanks to millions of years of evolution guiding us survive deficiency, our body has compensatory survival mechanisms to defend against weight loss. When we principle losing weight, we may unconsciously begin to move less as a “behavioural adjustment” to conserve energy. There are also metabolic adaptations. our metabolism slows down below. Every pound of weight loss can restrict Our resting metabolic rate by seven calories per day. This may only translate to a few percent differences for most, but it can quickly snowball for those who achieve massive weight…

Scientists at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health have identified a protein in the visual system of mice that appears to be key to stabilizing the body’s circadian rhythms, regulating the brain’s response to light. The finding, published Dec. 5 in PLoS Biologyadvances efforts to better treat sleep disorders and jet lag, the study authors say. If circadian rhythms adjusted to every rapid change in illumination, say an eclipse or a very dark and rainy day, they would not be very effective in regulating such periodic behaviors as sleep and hunger. The…

Consistency is the key to success when it comes to health and fitness, which ultimately boils down to the habits we develop and follow as part of our normal daily lifestyle. In this regard, some individuals seem to effortlessly maintain a high level of physical activity and follow healthy eating plans. Others struggle to find their groove and stick to the plan! READ MORE | Get in the habit of building habits to crush your goals! Creating Systems When people tell you to make healthy living or exercise part of your lifestyle, they are basically suggesting that you create systems…