Category: WELL-BEING & HEALTHY LIVING

Analysis by A Midwestern Doctor October 07, 2023Download PDF 25863 Source link

If you’re looking to lose weight and improve your overall health, a low-carb diet plan may be a good option for you. This type of diet involves limiting your intake of carbohydrates while increasing your intake of protein and healthy fats. By doing so, you can help your body burn stored fat for energy and…

Grocery delivery company Instacart announced the launch of a new benefit in partnership with Mount Sinai Solutions, a division of Mount Sinai Health System offering health plans to employers and unions, to provide postpartum and postoperative patients access to grocery deliveries and Mount Sinai’s Virtual Storefront.  Patients insured by a Mount Sinai Solutions’ employer or…

Research of the Week Mechanistic link between low zinc and diabetes. No link between red or processed meat and pancreatic cancer. Of the carbs, fruit and non-starchy vegetables are linked to the least weight gain; starch and sugar the most.. Exercise for depression works. How LEDs affect nutrient levels in kale.. New Primal Kitchen Podcasts…

The future has arrived… and it’s pretty awesome. Since Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT first hit the scene in late 2022, millions of people have been using them in creative ways to automate mundane tasks, produce original content, enhance their productivity, and even grow their businesses. But what can AI tools like ChatGPT do for…

Analysis by Tessa Lena September 28, 2023Download PDF 38818 Source link

In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining a healthy lifestyle has become increasingly important. With the rise of sedentary jobs, unhealthy eating habits, and a lack of exercise, many people are struggling to stay fit and healthy. However, by making a few simple changes to your daily routine, you can improve your overall health and fitness levels….

Self-pay healthcare marketplace Sesame announced its teaming up with Costco to provide the wholesaler’s members virtual and in-person healthcare at a discounted price through Sesame’s network of providers.  Sesame’s direct-payment healthcare marketplace provides consumers access to telehealth and in-person services, including mental health consultations and urgent care visits. The service is offered to individuals without…

Research of the Week Both short and longer naps help restore blood pressure function in shift workers. For optimal seminal health, including fertility, testosterone, and sperm volume, aim to have high HDL and low triglycerides. Tea appears especially helpful for circadian health. A little passive stretching is good for older men. High-load strength training tends…

It began in the 1980s with the heart-rate monitor. For the first time, an individual could observe changes in a vital sign as they happened. And they could do it on their own, whenever or wherever they chose, for any reason that made sense to them. Four decades later, we have rings, watches, scales, and…

Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola Fact Checked September 20, 2023Download PDF 98387 Source link

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we live and interact with the world around us. It has also highlighted the importance of access to healthcare services. With social distancing measures in place, many people are turning to telemedicine for their healthcare needs. Telemedicine is the use of technology to provide healthcare services remotely. This…

GE HealthCare announced a strategic partnership with Mayo Clinic dubbed the Strategic Collaboration for Innovation in Medical Imaging and Theranostics, through which the pair will collaborate on research and product development focusing on precision care, AI and theranostics. Technology developers, clinicians, scientists and other providers from both companies will work together to advance magnetic resonance…

Research of the Week Keto helps women with PCOS. Heart disease rate and mortality rate were higher in people with no “risk factors” than in people with only the “risk factor” of high LDL-C. Cellulose-based emulsifiers and heart disease. Monkey mothers who ate a standard American diet during pregnancy give birth to babies with altered…

How accurate are body fat percentage calculators? Reasonably accurate, generally speaking. But an online body fat calculator isn’t the MOST accurate way to determine your body fat percentage. There are many different methods you can use to calculate body fat percentage. Here are the most common body fat measurement methods, in order from most accurate…

Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola Fact Checked September 12, 2023Download PDF 9461 Source link

In today’s fast-paced world, mindfulness has become an increasingly popular topic. Mindfulness is the practice of being present and fully engaged in the current moment, without judgment. This practice has been shown to have a variety of benefits, including reducing stress, improving mental health, and increasing overall well-being. In this article, we will explore the…

BOSTON – At the HIMSS Healthcare Cybersecurity Forum on Thursday, Erik Decker, chief information security officer at Intermountain Health, led a discussion with cybersecurity leaders from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to talk about how the agency is driving accountability and competency in cybersecurity. Decker was joined by Commander Thomas Christl, Director…

Research of the Week Predictions of drug free type 2 diabetes remission. Low-carb wins (again) in type 2 diabetes. Are 12% of the population responsible for 50% of the beef consumption? Acrolein triggers insulin resistance. Seasonal allergies and accidents. New Primal Kitchen Podcasts Primal Kitchen Podcast: Chef and Entrepreneur Camilla Marcus Champions Great Taste with…

“How’s your health?” When most people hear that question, they immediately think about their blood work or maybe a nagging problem, like back pain or heartburn or migraines. Others might focus on a fitness achievement: “Just completed my third marathon this year. Never been healthier!” Many people simply consider their weight or overall appearance: [pinches stomach]…

Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola Fact Checked September 04, 2023Download PDF 115035 Source link