Maimonides knew first: How to lose weight without dieting
In an era of extreme diets, obsessive calorie counting, and “miracle” supplements, it’s increasingly clear that weight loss is not just about what we eat, but how we live. Surprisingly, one of the greatest physicians and philosophers in history, Maimonides, formulated centuries ago dietary and lifestyle principles that align almost perfectly with current scientific research. […]
How to submit | Metabolism and diet in cancer
This collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 3: Good Health & Well-Being. With rising global incidence of cancers driven by metabolic dysfunction, particularly in young people, advancing our collective understanding of the relationships between metabolism, diet, and cancer is critical for the development of more effective prevention and treatment strategies. The interplay between […]
How to Advise Patients on Climate Without Turning Them Off
Eating less meat and more fruits and vegetables or walking and cycling more — these recommendations benefit both health and the climate. Yet, many patients reportedly do not want the environmental benefit highlighted explicitly. A study by the University and University Hospital of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, and the University Hospital of Halle, Halle, both in Germany, […]
How to Advise Your Patients
Health concerns have swirled around low- and no-calorie sweeteners (LNCSs) for more than a century. Even now, research findings regularly contradict each other. Despite low certainty overall, in 2023, the World Health Organization suggested they not be used “as a means of achieving weight control or reducing the risk of noncommunicable diseases.” There wasn’t enough […]
4 takeaways from recent research
Share on PinterestWhat does the latest research have to say about the impact of diet and exercise on aging and longevity? Design by MNT; Photography by Iuliia Burmistrova/Getty Images, Johner Images/Getty Images, & Tatiana Lavrova/Getty Images. The question of how to prolong not just human life but human health span is the topic of an […]
How to do Champi the right way for hair growth and which is the best oil to use
Champi, also known as an Ayurvedic head massage, is an age-old tradition used for improving hair health, boosting growth, and promoting relaxation. It involves massaging the scalp with nourishing oils, which help increase blood circulation, reduce stress, and provide essential nutrients to hair follicles. Here’s how to do it the right way for optimal hair […]
Anxiety Vs. Low Blood Sugar: How To Spot The Difference
Maybe migraine attack symptoms are starting to creep in as you finish up work tasks before lunch. Or maybe after a long day, you can’t concentrate on the TV show you’re watching. You feel irritated and tired. If you’re the kind of person who Googles your health symptoms (no judgment!) you may realize that these […]
How to Manage Patients on GLP-1s Before Surgery?
Guidance from professional societies on how to handle the risk for pulmonary aspiration during general anesthesia or deep sedation for patients taking glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) continues to evolve, as does the US Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) labeling for the drugs. The changes can be challenging to keep up with, and […]
How to cut through the latest nutritional fads
Loading up your plate has never seemed more complicated. Alongside appeals to avoid ultra-processed foods and “bad” fats, we are being bombarded by a growing array of sometimes conflicting dietary advice. Not only is it confusing, but it is hard to tell what difference these choices will really make in the long term. Social media […]
How to Manage Small-Bowel and Perianal Conditions: Expert Pearls
This transcript has been edited for clarity. Hello. I’m Dr David Johnson, professor of medicine and chief of gastroenterology at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia. Welcome back to GI Common Concerns and my series on gastrointestinal (GI) pearls. This series is a built upon a conversation I had with Dr Alvin Zfass, from […]