Mental Health and Weight Loss: The Surprising Connection
In matters of weight loss, food and exercise are regular parts of the conversation. A new survey from Everyday Health suggests that another topic should be considered in that conversation: mental health.The survey found that 40 percent of respondents listed mental health improvement as a leading reason to lose weight. Indeed, mental health and its connection to body weight...
To Choose a Diabetes Medication, Factor in Age
Type 2 diabetes medications known as SGLT2 inhibitors, a category that includes Jardiance (empagliflozin), are more effective in reducing the risk for heart attack and stroke in older adults compared with younger ones, according to a new meta-analysis that included over 600 studies.However, these drugs were less effective at lowering blood sugar levels in older adults than newer drugs...
5 Types to Eat and 5 Types to Avoid
The ketogenic diet, or the keto diet for short, is a high-fat (70 to upwards of 80 percent), moderate-protein, and low-carb diet. A common goal on the plan is to change your body’s biochemistry and, in turn, lose weight.“Following a ketogenic diet changes your fuel source from one that primarily burns carbohydrates to one that burns fat,” says Olivia...
Dyspareunia (Painful Intercourse)
Dyspareunia (pronounced: dis-pahr-OON-eeuh) is the medical term for painful sexual intercourse. This pain can happen before, during, or after sex, depending on its cause. You can treat dyspareunia with the help of a healthcare provider, who can prescribe medications and other treatments to decrease your pain. Overview Overview ...
Hip Replacement
Hip replacement surgery, also known as hip arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure that involves removing damaged or worn-out parts of the hip joint and replacing them with parts made of metal, ceramic, and very hard plastic. This surgery aims to relieve pain, improve mobility, restore function, and help people carry out daily activities and do the things they enjoy....
Hepatitis C During Pregnancy: Risks, Testing, Treatment
An estimated 1 to 2.5 percent of pregnant women in the United States have hepatitis C , a chronic viral infection that can potentially cause serious liver damage , liver failure, and liver cancer if untreated.e60dc2a1-f33c-4a05-9b50-8e3e8e597629e01222b3-fed2-429a-9492-6707273ae7b9 A person with hepatitis C can transmit the infection to a fetus during pregnancy, which may put the baby at risk for complications...
Boost Weight Loss by Knowing Your BMR: Here’s How
Knowing your BMR or RMR can help you better determine your total daily energy expenditure in order to create a caloric deficit, defined as consuming fewer calories each day than you burn for energy. A caloric deficit is required to lose weight.But because most people do not have access to state-of-the-art labs to determine BMR exactly, equations are often...
Depression Medication: Types, Side Effects, and More
Depression isn’t the same for everyone: Multiple types exist, and people experience this treatable illness in varying degrees of severity. For some people with depression, nonpharmacological interventions like psychotherapy , lifestyle changes, and self-care may be enough to lift the cloud and improve symptoms. But for many other people, these steps aren’t enough, and medication is needed. About 13...
Psychedelic Drugs for Mental Health Conditions: A Scientific Guide
While the research on psychedelic medicine for mental illness is still considered new and emerging, some studies have shown compelling results.PsilocybinIn one study published in 2023 that involved a randomized placebo-controlled trial, participants who received a single dose of psilocybin saw a rapid and sustained reduction in major depressive disorder symptoms when compared with a placebo. Participants in both...
Green Tea Benefits for Type 2 Diabetes: A Healthier Lifestyle Choice
Green tea may help manage type 2 diabetes in a few key areas, including blood sugar, weight, and inflammation.Blood Sugar RegulationGreen tea may help regulate blood sugar levels by improving insulin sensitivity, allowing the body to use insulin more effectively. Some experts believe that this may help prevent type 2 diabetes.Researchers in Japan looked at L-theanine levels and green...
