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Two words I keep hearing: motivation and responsibility. From customers, readers and people who want to get healthier but can’t seem to make it stick. Although they sound simple, both are actually… complicated. When someone says, “I just need more accountability,” what they really mean can vary widely. Sometimes it’s about systems and structure. Sometimes it has to do with the clarity of their goals and how to achieve them. And sometimes, it’s about how we personally live up to expectations – both of ourselves and of others. Because no “system” fits everyone If you have ever read books like…

A first-of-its-kind nationwide study mapped epilepsy incidence rates among older adults in the United States and identified key social and environmental factors associated with the neurological condition. Published recently in JAMA Neurology, the study is a collaborative effort between researchers at the Houston Methodist Research Institute and Case Western Reserve University. The analysis revealed that epilepsy cases among adults age 65 and older were significantly higher in areas of the South, including Louisiana, Mississippi, East Texas and central Oklahoma, compared to other areas. Epilepsy affects about 3.3 million people in the United States, according to the US Centers for Disease…

Testicular cancer is real and affects thousands of men every year. However, you hardly ever hear men talk about it. This silence is the problem. Even today, discussions of sexual health—and especially male genital health—are considered taboo. Young men often feel embarrassed, unsure, or simply uninformed. But testicular cancer is more common in younger men, often between the ages of 15-35, when most are otherwise perfectly healthy and unlikely to see a doctor regularly. Because of this, the person most likely to catch testicular cancer early is you.And that starts with knowing what your testicles normally look and feel like.…

In spite of strong safety recordthe abortion and miscarriage drug mifepristone has been taken to court in several conflicting lawsuits, with some plaintiffs arguing the drug should be easier to access and others saying it should be more restricted. The drug, sometimes prescribed via telehealth and sent to patients by mail, has provided access to abortions across the United States and has become a prime target for abortion opponents. A group of ongoing federal lawsuits is challenging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s 2023 decision to maintain specific requirements for the abortion pill, with a federal court in Washington upholding…

Trauma leaves deep scars – not only on the mind, but also on the body. Many people living with trauma find that even after years of healing, they still feel anxious, agitated, or disconnected from themselves. This it’s because trauma doesn’t just live in our memories—it lives in our nervous system. A powerful approach that addresses this is called Bodily Experience. It offers a gentle, body-centered way to heal trauma at its root. Body Experience (SE) it is a form of therapy developed by Dr. Peter Levine. It depends to the idea that trauma overwhelms the nervous system, trapping energy…

A previously unknown type of DNA damage in mitochondria, the tiny energy factories inside our cells, could shed light on how our bodies sense and respond to stress. The findings of the UC Riverside study are published today in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences and have potential implications for a range of diseases associated with mitochondrial dysfunction, including cancer and diabetes. Mitochondria have their own genetic material, known as mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA), which is essential for producing the energy that powers our bodies and sending signals in and out of cells. While it has long been known…

Written by Elżbieta Korolczuk and Pauline Cullen Translation: “I will not give birth if I am dead” and “Shore to protect life” Anti-abortion groups often claim that their goal is to protect women from the supposed negative consequences of abortion, but in practice they constantly stigmatize women who undergo the procedure. In anti-abortion propaganda, abortion is presented as a deviation from the norm, as something shameful and immoral, or as a source of social evil and personal misery for women who choose to terminate their pregnancies. This strategy effectively limits access to abortion, especially for marginalized populations, including…

Resistance bands during pregnancy are a fantastic tool for building strength, improving flexibility and improving overall fitness without putting undue stress on your body. Join me as I guide you through a series of safe and easy exercises you can do at home, ensuring you maintain your fitness journey during pregnancy. We’ll cover modifications for different trimesters, tips for proper form, and the benefits of resistance training during pregnancy. Be a strong mom Whether you’re a seasoned fitness enthusiast or a beginner, these resistance band workouts will help you feel strong and energized throughout your pregnancy. Remember to consult your…

Too many of us, myself included, spend too much time sitting, hunched over a screen, and our bodies are paying the price. By 3 p.m., do you get that heavy, tired feeling in your calves? You are not alone! Many office workers get that lazy feeling where even getting up to drink more coffee feels like a chore. Here’s why it happens. Your calves help circulate your blood back to your heart. When you sit for long periods of time, you don’t get the movement they need to do their job. This will give you that dead weight feeling on…

Researchers at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have uncovered important genetic components that influence bone density in children and adolescents. This information could help identify pediatric patients who may benefit from strategies to improve their bone health at a young age, helping them maintain healthy bones and prevent fractures in adulthood. Many children experience fractures due to accidents and recover quickly, but there are many reasons why children may have weak bones or be at risk of developing brittle bones. Chronic health conditions, dietary restrictions, and steroid use affect bone mineral metabolism. Genetics play an additional role, and while…