Fitness recommendations from a variety of sources have long coupled advice for total number of daily steps walked, with the need to achieve that goal “briskly”—at a pace of high intensity. Various definitions have been offered for what qualifies as intensity in exercise, but the notion itself may be flawed given new research. At least… Continue reading Step Count Versus Intensity
The beneficial role exercise plays in both physical and mental health has long been established through vast reams of research. Studies continue to look at the ideal balance of intensity and duration, the best exercises for different demographic groups, and other specifics. But the fact that regular—meaning everyday—exercise can significantly benefit your health is not… Continue reading More Exercise, Longer Life
Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is a technology that automatically tracks blood glucose levels on a 24-hour basis. Not only does it allow users to determine their levels at any given moment, the data can also show trends over time. The technology has only been available for about twenty years, but has seen widespread adoption among… Continue reading New Uses for Continuous Glucose Monitoring
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has recommended depression screening for all individuals between the ages of 19 and 65. First published in June, in JAMA , the recommendations are an important first step for instituting preventive mental health measures as a part of ongoing primary healthcare. The task force is a volunteer… Continue reading New Screening Recommendations for Depression
When it comes to reducing high cholesterol in patients, doctors have long turned to statin drugs as their tools of choice. For persistently high levels of LDL (the bad cholesterol) that statins do not adequately reduce, the alternative is a class of drugs known as PCSK9 inhibitors. Although both are powerful weapons against heart disease… Continue reading New Hope for Battling High Cholesterol
A British study recently published in the New England Journal of Medicine supports the growing trend of men diagnosed with prostate cancer choosing active surveillance rather than treatment. The long-term study following the cases of 1,600 men found that those who opted for the active surveillance track lowered their risk of treatment complications without increasing… Continue reading Update for Prostate Cancer Patients
The seeds are jewel red, stain everything they touch, and taste absolutely delicious. If that weren’t enough to entice you to the realm of pomegranates, consider the latest research that indicates pomegranate may have a role to play in preventing and fighting colon cancer. This shouldn’t be surprising. Nutritionists, dietitians, and medical professionals… Continue reading Pomegranate’s Cancer-Fighting Potential
A Japanese study published late last year found that a South Asian spice, Kencur ginger, had anticancer properties. The spice specifically inhibits cancer cell growth. Usually sold as “sand ginger,” this version of the common household spice-rack staple is also sold as galanga (the umbrella botanical name for all gingers), aromatic ginger, and cutcherry. The… Continue reading Kencur Ginger as a Cancer-Fighter
Many people think that indulging in a vape or puff of pot right before bedtime can help ensure a good night’s sleep. A new survey on marijuana and sleep, commissioned by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, indicates that view is wrong. In fact, the results of the survey point to the opposite conclusion—that marijuana… Continue reading Marijuana and Sleep Disruption
Avid cooks and professional chefs alike have long prized gas stoves. These appliances have traditionally offered much more refined control over heat when sauteing, cooking, or baking, than electric stoves and cooktops offer. High-end kitchens have typically been outfitted with expensive, multi-featured gas stoves as a sign of luxury and opulence. In terms… Continue reading Gas Stoves and Health
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