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One of the largest MRI-based studies comparing knee injuries between men and women reveals surprising differences in injury patterns by gender and age. The findings, which can be used to improve risk assessment and develop early intervention strategies, will be presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). In recent years, we have become more interested in the differences in knee injuries between men and women. The majority of previous research has focused on men, but as we expand our focus to include women, the more we see that they have different risk…
Researchers have shown that white potatoes provide vital nutrients that Americans lack, yet swapping them for whole grains causes significant losses in iron, folate and other key nutrients, reshaping our understanding of “healthy carbs.” Study: Evaluating the unique nutritional contribution of the white potato to the diet and the nutritional implications of replacing refined and whole grains with starchy vegetables. Image credit: Lerner Vadim/Shutterstock.com In a recent study published in Frontiers in Nutritionresearchers investigated the contribution of starchy vegetables such as white potatoes to nutrient intake in the United States, particularly compared to whole and refined grains. White potatoes provide…
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our site, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Every holiday season practically requires stuffing our stockings with candy. With tiny beauty products. With trinkets that are fun, cute and occasionally useful — but rarely worth loving. What if—and hear me out on this—we ignored this age-old advice and opted for sex-toy socks instead? Now, I’m not suggesting sticking a rabbit vibrator in your (or your partner’s!) sock or loading up on the biggest vibrators you can find. (Although if you feel compelled to do so, by all…
Happy Holidays 2025! This year’s women’s holiday gift guide features brands that I personally love and have used for years as well as a few things that I personally request for Christmas! I am excited to share my recommendations.**Keep reading for a giant giveaway of $464 worth of awesome stuff!I love quinces so much because they are versatile! If you want some stylish item for your home, clothes, accessories, shoes etc., you can get it from Quince at less cost. My favorite dress in the world that I now have in 4 different colors is the smocked midi dress. You…
If you want to build upper body strength and mobility, the dumbbell pullover is a simple yet effective option. This exercise works multiple muscles at once, primarily engaging the chest and back, while also calling on the triceps and core for support. Many lifters include it in their workouts because they can adjust it to focus on either chest or back training, depending on form and intent. Beyond strength, the pullover also supports better posture and shoulder flexibility, making it a well-rounded addition to your routine. Whether you’re new to lifting or seasoned in the gym, this guide will help…
A breakthrough by Australian researchers could lead to better treatment for children with neuroblastoma, a cancer that currently claims 9 out of 10 young patients who relapse. The team at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research in Sydney, Australia, has found a combination of drugs that can bypass the cellular defenses these tumors develop that lead to relapse. In findings made in animal models and published today in scientific progress, Associate Professor David Croucher and his team have shown that a drug already approved for other cancers can cause neuroblastoma cells to die through alternative pathways when the usual pathways…
The holiday season is supposed to be a time of joy and fellowship, but when you’re grieving, celebrations and gatherings with loved ones can feel overwhelming. Holiday sadness often feels like carrying a weight that doesn’t belong. Whether your loss is recent or happened years ago, holidays have a way of reopening old wounds and stirring up painful feelings. There’s no grief timeline or playbook for navigating loss, so if dealing with holiday grief is something you struggle with, know that you’re not alone. You can find comfort through practical mental health strategies and resources designed to help you navigate…
With Kate Ruder LOUISVILLE, Colo. — Colorado E-Bike Sales Manager Perry Fletcher said his sales and repair shop has seen an increase in back-to-school sales to young riders and families this fall as the popularity of battery-powered bikes takes off. But kids’ excitement about their new rides is tempered by a recurring question from concerned parents: Are they safe? This can be a difficult question to answer. Federal government regulations for e-bikes are sparse, and efforts to expand them have stalled, leaving states and even counties to fill the gap with their own patchwork of rules. Meanwhile, the seemingly…
Painful periods. Flows like floods. Uterine growths the size of a melon. We know this sounds like a bad premenstrual dream, but these are just some of the life-changing symptoms associated with uterine fibroids. Sateria Venable knows first hand how bothersome fibroids can be. Before becoming founder and CEO of The Fibroid Foundation, Venable had her third operation to remove fibroids that kept coming back. She also had trouble finding health care providers who specialized in treating fibroids or anyone who would talk to her about treatments that protect fertility. He was only 26.Venable felt completely alone. At the time,…
UMERE Laboratory — Environment & Skin Biology A scientific reflection on how modern, fully synthetic environments affect the nervous system and how natural, biologically aligned skin care can maintain a continuous tactile connection to the natural world. Summary – Human physiology evolved in direct contact with natural materials: soil, plants, water, raw fibers. In modern life, many people spend entire days without touching a single non-synthetic surface. This article considers the skin as a sensory and immunological interface, summarizes how continuous exposure to processed environments can contribute to dysregulated stress physiology, and proposes naturally derived, biocompatible skin care as a…