Track and field star Allyson Felix shares rest and recovery tips and explains why motherhood inspired her to advocate for paid leave. Share on PinterestAllyson Felix, mom of two and the most decorated track and field athlete in U.S. history, understands the importance of rest and recovery. Photography courtesy of Allyson Felix When it comes […]
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Fructose in Ultra-Processed Foods May Raise Metabolic Disease
Share on PinterestResearch shows that fructose, especially in ultra-processed foods, may increase the risk of metabolic diseases. Image Credit: Ivan Solis/Stocksy A recent study has shown that fructose plays a role in driving disease. The research shows that the effects fructose can have on the body may be associated with metabolic syndrome. Understanding the effects […]
Read MoreTrump Reclassifies Marijuana as Less Dangerous in Major Policy Shift
Share on PinterestFlowers, also known as buds, grow at the top of a mature marijuana plant on a farm owned and operated by Qualla Enterprises, LLC in Cherokee, NC. Image credit: Charlotte Observer/Getty Images An executive order signed by the Trump administration reclassifies medical cannabis as a less dangerous drug. Although this does not legalize […]
Read MoreMounjaro, Zepbound Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Death by 62%
Share on PinterestGLP-1 drugs containing tirzepatide significantly reduce cardiovascular risks in people with serious heart conditions. Indranil MUKHERJEE / AFP via Getty Images GLP-1 weight loss medications containing tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) can reduce heart-related health risks for people with serious heart conditions, according to new research. Experts say the heart health benefits are produced by […]
Read MoreFDA Issues Nationwide Recall of ‘Extended Release’ Xanax for Anxiety
Share on PinterestThe FDA issued a nationwide recall of Xanax XR for failing to meet dissolution specifications. BSIP/Universal Images Group via Getty Images The FDA has issued a report regarding the voluntary recall of a single lot of Xanax XR. Viatris has recalled 3-milligram tablets in 60-tablet bottles with the lot number 8177156. The company […]
Read MoreViral ‘Egg Coffee’ Drink May Pose Food Safety Risk
Share on PinterestEgg coffee is going viral on social media, but experts say the trendy drink may come with food safety risks depending on how it is prepared. VU PHAM VAN/Getty Images Egg coffee, made with whipped egg yolks, sugar, and condensed milk, is going viral on social media platforms like TikTok. Experts warn that […]
Read MoreCan Low Dose Aspirin Lower Your Risk?
Share on PinterestA new study demonstrates limited protective benefits for daily aspirin use and colorectal cancer risk. Viktoriya Skorikova/Getty Images Research suggests that daily low dose aspirin doesn’t appear to reduce a person’s risk of colorectal cancer. Frequent aspirin use may increase a person’s risk of bleeding in and around the brain. Experts say you […]
Read MoreLow uptake and disparities in therapeutic inertia of cardiorenal protective diabetes medications for patients with type 2 diabetes and above-target hemoglobin A1c
Introduction Therapeutic inertia (failure to initiate or intensify therapy when therapeutic goals are unmet) contributes to poor glycemic control and diabetes-related complications. We assessed the extent of therapeutic inertia, defined as a lack of new prescription orders for sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2i) or glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RA), among patients with type 2 diabetes and […]
Read MoreHow Long Can Poop Stay in Your Body Before It Impacts Your Health?
Share on PinterestThe time it takes for stool to transit through your body can affect your health. Image Credit: AUDSHULE/Stocksy Research suggests that the amount of time stool spends in your body may affect your overall health. This may be due to changes in gut microbiomes associated with how quickly or slowly stool moves through […]
Read MoreDifferences in association between gestational weight gain and perinatal outcomes according to pre-pregnancy body mass index categories and gestational diabetes mellitus status: findings from a large Japanese cohort
Introduction We aimed to examine the impact of gestational weight gain (GWG) on perinatal outcomes based on body mass index (BMI) category and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) status. Research design and methods This retrospective study included 53 183 Japanese women with GDM and 734 028 with normal glucose tolerance (NGT). We assessed interaction effects of […]
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