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Unlocking Peak Performance: How Pharmacists Contribute to Sports Recovery
Unlocking Peak Performance: How Pharmacists Contribute to Sports Recovery
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Dr. Hussam Hamoush
May 10
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Heart Failure, Water Retention And The Implications It Has On Our Body.
Heart Failure, Water Retention And The Implications It Has On Our Body.
We’d need to consider the fluid dynamics occurring in the body.
Dr Joel Yong, PhD
Apr 10
Eating Before or After Workout: The Science Behind Optimal Exercise Nutrition
Eating Before or After Workout: The Science Behind Optimal Exercise Nutrition
Deciding when to eat before or after a workout is more than just a matter of preference — it’s a science that can significantly influence…
Dr. Hussam Hamoush
Apr 8
The Hormones That Get Too Little Attention and Bring Big Benefits
The Hormones That Get Too Little Attention and Bring Big Benefits
Few people know how exercise works, but there is one clue, and it is in a specific little–known hormone.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
Apr 8
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How to Age Gracefully: Embracing the Beauty of Healthy Aging
How to Age Gracefully: Embracing the Beauty of Healthy Aging
Dr. Hussam Hamoush
Feb 22
This Weeks Editors Choice
A Call to Action on Gender-Specific Health Disparities
A Call to Action on Gender-Specific Health Disparities
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Christopher Nial
May 8
Pick of the Week
A New Stool Test Could Revolutionize Colorectal Cancer Screening
A New Stool Test Could Revolutionize Colorectal Cancer Screening
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Fortunately, early detection can significantly improve…
Michael Hunter, MD
May 27
Addressing the Cardiovascular Crisis: Insights from the World Heart Report 2024
Addressing the Cardiovascular Crisis: Insights from the World Heart Report 2024
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Christopher Nial
May 26
Kids’ Attitudes Toward Others Poisoned by One Bad Bit of Gossip
Kids’ Attitudes Toward Others Poisoned by One Bad Bit of Gossip
Gossip influences everyone, but when it comes to kids, the effect can be devastating for some.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
May 26
Swap Out This Condiment for a Sharper Mind? New Study Links Olive Oil to Lower Dementia Risk
Swap Out This Condiment for a Sharper Mind? New Study Links Olive Oil to Lower Dementia Risk
For years, I’ve been a drizzle-with-abandon olive oil person. I’ll generously glug it on salads, swirl it for dipping bread, and maybe even…
Michael Hunter, MD
May 26
The Cloudy Eyes Have It: Major Depression And Cataracts
The Cloudy Eyes Have It: Major Depression And Cataracts
Cataracts are a common physical condition as we age, and along with this decrease in vision can come significant mental health changes.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
May 25
The Sound of Change: New Recommendations for Screening for Age-Related Hearing Loss
The Sound of Change: New Recommendations for Screening for Age-Related Hearing Loss
Let’s talk about new screening recommendations for age-related hearing loss.
Michael Hunter, MD
May 25
A Cultural Tradition Once Led to Fatal Disease Transmission
A Cultural Tradition Once Led to Fatal Disease Transmission
Eating is firmly entrenched in many cultures, but sometimes, these traditions can have disturbing consequences.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
May 24
Beethoven’s Deafness: A Hair-Raising Discovery & Why We Should Mind Our Metals
Beethoven’s Deafness: A Hair-Raising Discovery & Why We Should Mind Our Metals
I play the piano daily and am especially interested in Bach, Beethoven, and Mozart. You probably know about Beethoven’s deafness. But why…
Michael Hunter, MD
May 24
5 Lessons I Learned Training for a Bodybuilding Competition at 60
5 Lessons I Learned Training for a Bodybuilding Competition at 60
AS I MEET WITH MY PATIENTS, I NOTICE THAT most people start to slow down after age 60, sometimes choosing to focus on comfort and…
Michael Hunter, MD
May 23
The Mystery of Specific Hungers Goes on in Diet Research
The Mystery of Specific Hungers Goes on in Diet Research
Our body’s need for specific nutrients or advertising may control what we eat, but how can we be sure which it is?
Dr. Patricia Farrell
May 23
The Creative Magic of Showering Isn’t All in Your Head
The Creative Magic of Showering Isn’t All in Your Head
Showering may be your “secret sauce” to opening up your creativity, as research has shown.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
May 22
Forget Knee Replacements? This Simple Activity Slashes Arthritis Risk
Forget Knee Replacements? This Simple Activity Slashes Arthritis Risk
Knee pain and arthritis are common concerns, especially as we age. While there’s no guaranteed way to prevent them completely, new research…
Michael Hunter, MD
May 22
Patients Caught in the ChatGPT/AI Medical Dilemma
Patients Caught in the ChatGPT/AI Medical Dilemma
As technology advances and ChatGPT takes hold in many medical settings, patients wonder about the wisdom and trust in AI.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
May 22
Dental Problems Don’t Usually Just Stop At The Teeth.
Dental Problems Don’t Usually Just Stop At The Teeth.
They can infiltrate the body via the blood vessels and cause further downstream problems!
Dr Joel Yong, PhD
May 21
The Science of the Med Diet: Unveiling Its Potential Role in Dementia Prevention
The Science of the Med Diet: Unveiling Its Potential Role in Dementia Prevention
DEMENTIA IS A GROUP OF CONDITIONS THAT AFFECT MEMORY, thinking, behavior, and more.
Michael Hunter, MD
May 20
Which Is Better: Teachers or AI in the Classroom?
Which Is Better: Teachers or AI in the Classroom?
Technology is advancing fast, and AI is moving into classrooms, but there are concerns about which might be better for education.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
May 19
Weed vs. Woes: 3 Conditions Cannabis Actually Crushes
Weed vs. Woes: 3 Conditions Cannabis Actually Crushes
Cannabinoids may be effective for certain medical conditions. These include chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting, neuropathic pain, and…
Michael Hunter, MD
May 19
Can You Diet Your Way to Longevity? Unveiling the Secrets of Calorie Restriction
Can You Diet Your Way to Longevity? Unveiling the Secrets of Calorie Restriction
ARE YOU DREAMING OF BLOWING OUT 120 CANDLES on your birthday cake? I’m not.
Michael Hunter, MD
May 18
Eating Raw Pork & Bacon Could Infect You with Brain Worms.
Eating Raw Pork & Bacon Could Infect You with Brain Worms.
Brain worms are frightening, can lead to cognitive problems, and are not uncommon worldwide or in the US.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
May 17
Exercise: Fountain of Youth or Myth? Here’s the Truth About Aging
Exercise: Fountain of Youth or Myth? Here’s the Truth About Aging
SCIENTISTS HAVE DISCOVERED A FATTY SUBSTANCE called BMP that accumulates in our bodies as we age.
Michael Hunter, MD
May 17
Train Your Brain Now to Avoid Cognitive Failures in the Future
Train Your Brain Now to Avoid Cognitive Failures in the Future
The “use it or lose it” adage is more imperative than ever as the world’s population ages and brain power and dementia increase in…
Dr. Patricia Farrell
May 16
Sugar Swap Smackdown: Stevia Cookies vs. Regular Cookies — Can You Have Your Cake (and Eat It Too)?
Sugar Swap Smackdown: Stevia Cookies vs. Regular Cookies — Can You Have Your Cake (and Eat It Too)?
I FIND COOKIES TO BE A DELICIOUS (but sometimes regrettable) indulgence. I crave the sweet satisfaction but worry about the sugar spike…
Michael Hunter, MD
May 16
Should You Trust Your Health Privacy Data to Digital Health Apps?
Should You Trust Your Health Privacy Data to Digital Health Apps?
Compact and wearable devices can monitor your health, and other apps on your computer can help you maintain your private health…
Dr. Patricia Farrell
May 15
K is For Koagulation — But How Does Vitamin K Promote Bone Health?
K is For Koagulation — But How Does Vitamin K Promote Bone Health?
We’d have to look at the 2 forms of K: K1 and K2.
Dr Joel Yong, PhD
May 14
Unlocking the Secrets of Your Genes: How Food Can Change Your DNA and Fight Disease
Unlocking the Secrets of Your Genes: How Food Can Change Your DNA and Fight Disease
FORGET EXPENSIVE GENE EDITING THERAPIES. Instead, consider using your dinner plate to unlock some of your genes’ secrets. Doing so may…
Michael Hunter, MD
May 14
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