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Right after my daughter, Maggie, was born in 2012, she held her hands clasped together against her chest. “Like she’s praying!” a nurse said in a singsong voice. But when the pediatrician walked in, the mood changed. “Praying?” she asked, her voice tight. The nurse and I stepped back while the pediatrician gently moved Maggie’s limbs, testing how much they …

Anyone on a weight loss jab journey will tell you ‘it’s a marathon, not a sprint’—but little has been said about how boring the shlep to the finish line can be.  Mounjaro success stories bookended with photos showing off a staggering transformation can be seriously motivating for some, but for others still working towards their goal weight, it seems the …

Can you keep up with your sweet treat indulgences while keeping the guilt at bay? Turns out, with artificial sweeteners, you can. But what if that very solution becomes a rather bigger problem in the long run?Artificial sweeteners promised sweetness without the guilt. However, new research is now raising serious questions.A recent study from the University of Colorado Boulder has …

A study reveals potentially fatal side effects of GLP-1 drugs, that people are using to lose weight. It’s well known that using GLP-1 drugs has proven to give out amazing weight loss results to many, but while beneficial to people who want to lose weight, the side effects vary greatly by severity. From tooth decay to a saggy butt and …

A team of scientists has developed a powerful new way to detect subtle magnetic signals in common metals like copper, gold, and aluminum—using nothing more than light and a clever technique. Their research, recently published in the prestigious journal Nature Communications, could pave the way for advances in everything from smartphones to quantum computing. The Longstanding Puzzle: Why Can’t We …

1 Depression Johner Images//Getty Images Depression is one of the telltale signs of a vitamin D deficiency. People with low vitamin D levels are more likely to experience depression and anxiety, per a 2022 review. One study even found that people deficient in vitamin D were 75% more likely to develop depression than those who weren’t. What’s more? The lower …

TL;DR Gabapentin might raise dementia risk by ~30–40% in frequent or long-term users . Younger users (35–64) seem especially affected It’s not proof of cause—but strong enough to rethink long-term use. Other meds have similar risks—be informed across the board. Lifestyle is a powerful buffer—exercise, mindful diet, social engagement, mental stimulation. Chat with your doc, don’t self-diagnose or detox alone. …

buradaki via Shutterstock. Space, the final frontier… The skies have fascinated and shaped civilizations ever since we first set foot on this planet we call home. And even though science keeps advancing at lightning speed, everything that happens above our heads never ceases to amaze us. This month, a series of celestial events will make July feel more magical than …

Image credits: Getty Images Gabapentin is an anti-seizure drug that is used to treat nerve pain, epilepsy after shingles and restless legs syndrome by affecting the chemical messengers in the brain and nerves. With every drug having some types of side effects, the ones produced by taking this one include dizziness, drowsiness, headaches and nausea. While these might be more …

A psychologist has revealed what effect Ozempic can have on a person’s sex drive and how that ties into the ‘reward system’. Now, people are using Ozempic to manage their weight, but its manufacturer says it’s actually only prescribed as a GLP-1 medicine for adults suffering with Type-2 diabetes. Novo Nordisk told LADbible Group that Ozempic is a ‘prescription only …