Month: November 2023

One of the most common symptoms described by many people with long COVID is “brain fog,” an informal term for the sluggish thinking and difficulty […]

When you get into your mid-30s or early 40s, your metabolism mysteriously throws an anchor overboard and says no way, José. It’s as if every […]

B cells are one of the key players in the immune system, yet they are a double-edged sword. When properly controlled, these B cells protect […]

On April 5 of this year, I received some news that has been life-altering in so many ways, some of which I am still in […]

When I first learned about Autistic burnout, I thought I was just Autistic. I deep-dived into the research, wrote about it and pretty much absorbed […]

#2: Avoid unnecessary mental time travel Here’s how I think about mental strength: Mental strength is the ability to control your mind instead of being […]

Inuit Story Telling Don (not his real name) approached me one day at the grocery store and said he wanted to see me for therapy. […]

It was just another birthday. At my age, no big deal. But this one felt different. As the day approached, I noticed my thoughts growing […]

The Holy Grail of Bodybuilding and fitness coaches have been hailing for ages: To build muscle, lift weights in a gym, follow a weekly structured […]

ABOUT FOUR PERCENT OF THE WORLD’S POPULATION experiences depression. Today, I ask this provocative question: Is exercise as effective as anti-depressants for mental health? A […]

Superfoods are nutrient-dense foods that are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. These foods are believed to offer a range of health benefits, from boosting […]

And no, I’m not talking about waking up at 3AM, having ice baths or meditating for 2 hours. Instead, I’m going to give you a […]

As the relentless energy of an increasingly crowded, ecologically degraded planet beset with global pandemics, political vitriol, economic uncertainty, and ever more people clamoring for […]

I was in a major depression for a long time. My mental health suffered tremendously. It was so bad that I was committed to the […]

DO YOU FIND IT CHALLENGING TO SET ASIDE dedicated time for extensive exercise routines? Today, I want to explore exercise snacks: 7 tiny workouts for […]

We’re not consistently motivated because we’re collectively relying on externals for our motivation. Listening to music that pumps you up, watching an inspirational video, reading […]

The human body is a complex and interconnected system, and sometimes, its natural response to certain stimuli can lead to a chain of events with […]

DO YOU GET ENOUGH SLEEP? A new study shows insufficient sleep and trouble sleeping are strongly associated with a higher risk of high blood pressure […]

WE DO NOT HAVE A GOOD OVARIAN CANCER SCREENING TOOL. Researchers recently reported an ovarian cancer detection breakthrough. Unmasking ovarian cancer: liquid biopsy’s sneak peek […]

When we think about nutrition, we often focus on how it affects our weight, energy levels, or overall well-being. However, one aspect of health that […]

IS HEART RATE VARIABILITY (HRV) YOUR body’s Morse code of health, silently sending messages about your wellness? It’s not just about how fast your heart […]

Today, I want to explore how you can focus on your pulse, physical ability, and exercise tests to assess your health. All of these can […]

A pair of non-prescription, digital in-ear hearing aids made me younger and more beautiful. No, really — I felt old when my biggest contribution to […]

You feel invincible until one day, you’re not. Life humbles you with a wake-up call. A rude awakening. Abnormal. My lab results came back from […]

Belly fat — the Achilles heel for every weight watcher. No matter how hard you try, the stubborn belly fat just won’t go away. Even […]

Scientists have long known that light has significant effects on sleep and health, and the latest research brings some important new specifics to light: Too […]

Are you tired of living with stiff, stubborn shoulders? Want to get back to your favorite hobbies and activities but don’t know how to overcome […]

We all know what the perfect body type looks like. It’s all over social media. We see a-list celebrities with chiseled chests and 6-pack abs, […]

One thing I really love to do is gather intel about ages I haven’t reached yet. I know, it’s a bit weird, but hey, I’m […]

When we recall the happiest time of our lives most people reflect back on their childhood. A time free of commitment and responsibility — when […]

I AM AN ONCOLOGIST. SO YOU CAN IMAGINE my delight that researchers have developed a non-invasive breath test that accurately detects colorectal cancer. Today, we […]

When my doctor told me that the antidepressant she had just described would take up to six weeks to take maximum effect, I didn’t know […]

MY HIGH HDL CHOLESTEROL IS GOOD, RIGHT? MAYBE NOT. A new study shows that high and low levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) — but […]

Welcome to the wacky world of the gut-brain connection, where your belly isn’t just responsible for those embarrassing noises but also plays a starring role […]

For nearly thirty years I have been in the workforce, building my career, being productive, contributing to my family and society, and, I would like […]

Consumption of red meat — beef, pork and lamb — can be part of a healthy diet, according to the USDA nutrition recommendations. But as […]