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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
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
The Power of the Power Nap: How a Snooze Can Salvage a Sleepless Night
The Power of the Power Nap: How a Snooze Can Salvage a Sleepless Night
HARDLY A WEEK GOES BY WHEN A PATIENT DOESN’T ASK me about short sleep. And the inevitable follow-up question: Do naps salvage a sleepless…
Michael Hunter, MD
May 12
Mouth Microbiome and Colon Cancer: Is There a Link?
Mouth Microbiome and Colon Cancer: Is There a Link?
SCIENTISTS RECENTLY DISCOVERED A SURPRISING TWIST with a common bacteria, linking one of two strains to colon cancer.
Michael Hunter, MD
May 11
Unlocking the Secrets: The Surprising Truth About Pre-digested Food
Unlocking the Secrets: The Surprising Truth About Pre-digested Food
DO YOU OVERINDULGE IN CAKES, CHIPS, or other highly processed foods? I sometimes do.
Michael Hunter, MD
May 10
Shifting from a Grasshopper Mentality to Future Security and Readiness
Shifting from a Grasshopper Mentality to Future Security and Readiness
Nature offers us many helpful insights if we only see them and take advantage of what they offer.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
May 10
Yes, You Can Change That Medical Consent Form
Yes, You Can Change That Medical Consent Form
Consent forms are a usual part of many businesses, and in medicine, they are standard procedures, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be…
Dr. Patricia Farrell
May 9
Ketogenic Diet Shows Promise for Schizophrenia: Research & What It Means for Patients
Ketogenic Diet Shows Promise for Schizophrenia: Research & What It Means for Patients
MILLIONS GRAPPLE WITH THE REALITIES OF SCHIZOPHRENIA, a complex mental health condition.
Michael Hunter, MD
May 8
Mammogram Myth Busters: Too Many or Too Few? New Guidelines Explained.
Mammogram Myth Busters: Too Many or Too Few? New Guidelines Explained.
I HELP PATIENTS WITH BREAST CANCER. For my entire three-decade career, the yearly mammogram has been a cornerstone of breast cancer…
Michael Hunter, MD
May 7
We Are Living Longer But Poorer Quality Lives These Days.
We Are Living Longer But Poorer Quality Lives These Days.
Medical science is prolonging the lifespan of humans. But what are the unmentioned implications behind that?
Dr Joel Yong, PhD
May 7
Patients With Serious Mental Illnesses Die Sooner, Are Poorly Served, and Need Advocates
Patients With Serious Mental Illnesses Die Sooner, Are Poorly Served, and Need Advocates
Patients with serious mental illnesses deserve better care and support, as they are often neglected and left to struggle.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
May 7
Three reasons Social Media’s obsession with Narcissism is Narcissistic.
Three reasons Social Media’s obsession with Narcissism is Narcissistic.
Since joining Medium in 2020, the most popular articles I’ve written have been on the topic of narcissism and narcissistic abuse.
Psychotherapist Vibes
May 6
Beyond Muscle Building: Exploring Creatine’s Potential to Boost Cognitive Performance During Sleep…
Beyond Muscle Building: Exploring Creatine’s Potential to Boost Cognitive Performance During Sleep…
WE’VE ALL BEEN THERE — THAT LOOMING DEADLINE, the never-ending to-do list, and the cruel realization that precious sleep is a luxury we…
Michael Hunter, MD
May 6
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