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Rethinking the Role of Mammograms: A Call for Change in Breast Cancer Screening
Rethinking the Role of Mammograms: A Call for Change in Breast Cancer Screening
Since the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) new guidelines went into effect last September, requiring all mammogram reports to include…
Lisa Heathman
Mar 18
Editor's Picks
My Year-End Reflections
My Year-End Reflections
Today, I will share my reflections at year’s end (okay, I am a bit late).
Michael Hunter, MD
Mar 9
Oxidative Stress Is An Electrochemical Concept That Is Caused By An Inappropriate Rate Of Electron…
Oxidative Stress Is An Electrochemical Concept That Is Caused By An Inappropriate Rate Of Electron…
How damaging can electron transfer be if it is not regulated properly?
Dr Joel Yong, PhD
Mar 7
The Evolving Landscape of Anti-Obesity Drugs
The Evolving Landscape of Anti-Obesity Drugs
The field of anti-obesity drug development is rapidly evolving, with new therapies emerging that offer greater potential.
Christopher Nial
Mar 7
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Opinion
This is What Happens if You Consume Sugar on an Empty Stomach
This is What Happens if You Consume Sugar on an Empty Stomach
Bonus Tip to Enjoy The Sweets Without Harming Your Health Too Much
M Zayan
Mar 4
This Weeks Editors Choice
Antioxidant Protection In The Body Begins From Within The Cell.
Antioxidant Protection In The Body Begins From Within The Cell.
It’s not too late to find out that the cells in our bodies do produce their own antioxidants.
Dr Joel Yong, PhD
Feb 1
Pick of the Week
I Love My Protein. But Can I Get Too Much?
I Love My Protein. But Can I Get Too Much?
I am chasing the muscle pump as an over-60 bodybuilding (physique division) competitor.
Michael Hunter, MD
Mar 20
It’s profits that guarantee the safety of medicines and vaccines
It’s profits that guarantee the safety of medicines and vaccines
Mark Chataway
Mar 19
3 Shockingly Simple Morning Habits That Transformed My Productivity (And Will Transform Yours)
3 Shockingly Simple Morning Habits That Transformed My Productivity (And Will Transform Yours)
Mornings?
Michael Hunter, MD
Mar 19
Breaking Barriers: How AmplifyChange is Shaping the Future of Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights…
Breaking Barriers: How AmplifyChange is Shaping the Future of Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights…
Sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) has always been a controversial issue for Americans and Europeans working in Africa…
Sharon Quntai
Mar 19
Want Real Strength? Stop Skipping This Exercise.
Want Real Strength? Stop Skipping This Exercise.
My top 3 reasons you should do the farmer’s walks and carry.
Michael Hunter, MD
Mar 18
Strength Beyond Years: How Exercise Redefines Aging
Strength Beyond Years: How Exercise Redefines Aging
New research contradicting the myth that aging results in irretrievable muscle loss needs to confront that myth.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
Mar 18
How I Supercharged My Muscle Growth with This Simple Protein Strategy
How I Supercharged My Muscle Growth with This Simple Protein Strategy
Protein is on my mind.
Michael Hunter, MD
Mar 17
I Went To Rome and Am Now Thinking About Time Affluence
I Went To Rome and Am Now Thinking About Time Affluence
The Roman sun lingered long over the Vatican courtyard.
Michael Hunter, MD
Mar 16
Women’s History Month: Queen Esther, Women’s Advocacy and the Commitment to Health Equity
Women’s History Month: Queen Esther, Women’s Advocacy and the Commitment to Health Equity
A 5th Century BCE Young Women Struggles for Justice and Equity — The Timeless Role of Women as Advocates
Gil Bashe
Mar 15
Reclaim Your Sleep: 3 Practical Tips to Fall Back Asleep Fast
Reclaim Your Sleep: 3 Practical Tips to Fall Back Asleep Fast
Sleep is essential for physical and mental health, but sometimes, getting a good night’s rest can be difficult. If you wake up in the…
Michael Hunter, MD
Mar 15
Is Aspirin Beneficial For Preventing Heart Attacks?
Is Aspirin Beneficial For Preventing Heart Attacks?
Popular opinion seems to be swaying otherwise.
Dr Joel Yong, PhD
Mar 14
The Unseen Architects of Cancer: Non-Cancerous Cell Influence
The Unseen Architects of Cancer: Non-Cancerous Cell Influence
How healthy cells surrounding tumors influence cancer cell behavior.
Michael Hunter, MD
Mar 14
Forgetting Your Phone Isn’t the End of the World, or Is It?
Forgetting Your Phone Isn’t the End of the World, or Is It?
A train ride with no phone helped me look into the human mind.
René F. Najera, MPH, DrPH
Mar 13
5 Tips For Getting Rid of Belly Fat
5 Tips For Getting Rid of Belly Fat
Let’s discuss how I plan to lose belly fat, especially with my Emerald Cup bodybuilding competition (over 60 physique division) looming.
Michael Hunter, MD
Mar 12
These 3 Foods Wreck Your Brain (Avoid Them)
These 3 Foods Wreck Your Brain (Avoid Them)
Philip James
Mar 12
Science Says: This Is the Exact Way to Combine Cardio and Lifting
Science Says: This Is the Exact Way to Combine Cardio and Lifting
Unless you’ve got the luxury of splitting your workouts throughout the day, chances are you’re squeezing cardio and weight training into…
Michael Hunter, MD
Mar 10
How To Lose Stubborn Fat For Men And Women
How To Lose Stubborn Fat For Men And Women
Philip James
Mar 10
The Future of Vaccines: Knowing Exactly When You Need a Booster
The Future of Vaccines: Knowing Exactly When You Need a Booster
Imagine a world where vaccine schedules aren’t based on guesswork but on precise, personalized data.
Michael Hunter, MD
Mar 8
The Pill and Ovarian Cancer: What Every Woman Needs to Know
The Pill and Ovarian Cancer: What Every Woman Needs to Know
Do oral contraceptives raise the risk of a woman developing ovarian cancer? Lower it? Not significantly change the risk?
Michael Hunter, MD
Mar 7
3 Real Ways Women Over 40 Build Muscle
3 Real Ways Women Over 40 Build Muscle
What about aging makes building muscle more difficult? Is it time constraints or slower metabolic function? Could it be gradual wear and…
Philip James
Mar 7
The Silent Battle Against Superbugs
The Silent Battle Against Superbugs
Diagnostics should no longer be an afterthought in infection management but the first step in determining whether antibiotics are needed.
Christopher Nial
Mar 7
4 Supplements For Men Over 40 To Build Muscle
4 Supplements For Men Over 40 To Build Muscle
Philip James
Mar 6
Lower Your Skin Cancer Risk With This Simple Daily Habit
Lower Your Skin Cancer Risk With This Simple Daily Habit
The creamy warmth and gentle buzz are the perfect start to my day.
Michael Hunter, MD
Mar 5
4 Ways Men Over 40 Can Build Muscle
4 Ways Men Over 40 Can Build Muscle
Philip James
Mar 5
A Walking Workout That Will Transform Your Body (No, Seriously)
A Walking Workout That Will Transform Your Body (No, Seriously)
Discover the power of walking for targeted cardio, weight loss, and a happier you. This routine is a game-changer.
Michael Hunter, MD
Mar 3
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