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Brain Health: How to fix brain fog and boost memory: Doctor shares 7 tips for 31 days  The Times of India Lifestyle medicine expert Dr Akshat Chadha rates 6 habits to boost brain health and sharpen memory  The Times of India Simple lifestyle changes to reduce your risk of dementia  The Washington Post How to optimize cognitive function with these simple yet effective …

Keeping our brains young and healthy is just as important as keeping the body in shape. The good news: the brain does not need to be fixed; it can grow new cells and adapt throughout our lives, a process called neurogenesis. Neuroscientist Robert Lowe, who specializes in Alzheimer’s treatment, explains that certain physical and mental exercises can stimulate the growth …

For decades, Type-2 diabetes was seen as a slow, inevitable progression, a lifelong condition that could only be managed, never reversed. But emerging evidence is turning that assumption on its head. Scientists are discovering that the key to controlling blood sugar may not lie in endless cardio or strict diets alone, but in something far more accessible and empowering: lifting …

12. “Sudden mental health deterioration. I’m in a third year at medical school right now, and in all of my shadowing, there seems to be a huge pattern in late diagnosed MS and a drop in mental stability.” “Mental health nowadays is seemingly almost glorified. A ton of people are blaming things on, ‘Oh, it’s just my OCD, ADHD, dyslexia, …

By day seven, vaginally-born babies tended to have either B.longum or B.brevae in their digestive tracts, while babies born via C-section were more likely to be colonised by E. faecalis. The gut microbiome of vaginally born babies tended to match that of their mothers, confirming that bacteria are passed mostly from the mother’s gut, not her vagina. Meanwhile, babies born …

Gates, N.Y. (WHAM) — Rochester Regional Health is now offering a new genetic screening program and research tool, GenoWell, that shows how your DNA impacts participants’ health. “This is the future of medicine,” said Dr. Prad Phatak, medical director of precision medicine for Rochester Regional Health and principal investigator for GenoWell. “We’re going to use your genetic profile to define …

Maintaining good health isn’t just about eating right or staying active; it’s also about being proactive with your healthcare. Regular check-ups and preventive screenings give you the power to catch potential health issues early, even before symptoms show. Whether it’s monitoring blood pressure, tracking cholesterol levels, or keeping vaccinations up to date, these simple steps can protect your long-term well-being. …

7. “I’m a lab scientist. Had a guy come in at the end of the day for chest pain that’s been bothering him ‘all weekend.’ The emergency doc ordered a troponin blood test, which helps rule in/out heart attacks. If the test runs above 0.03, we consider that a sign for a heart attack and act accordingly. This guy’s very …

‘It’s insane’: This Calif. couple is a facing an 800% hike in health care costs  SFGATE Obamacare Prices Become Public, Highlighting Big Increases  The New York Times ACA open enrollment begins with spike in healthcare premiums  BBC Opinion | The unaffordability of Obamacare comes home to roost  The Washington Post With ACA open enrollment underway, some business owners worry about upcoming changes  NPR Source link

Maycee Barber has endured the most difficult 18-month stretch of her fighting career and that’s without adding a single loss to her record. Instead, the 27-year-old flyweight has been battling health issues that effectively derailed her momentum after a six-fight win streak had her on the cusp of title contention. She was scheduled to face former UFC champion Rose Namajunas …