Team Metabolic Health Sara McGinnis was nine months pregnant with her second child and something felt off. Her body was swollen. She was tired and dizzy. Her husband, Bradley McGinnis, said she had told her doctor and nurses about her symptoms and even went to the emergency room when they worsened. But, Bradley said, what […]
Baking Soda Weight Loss Trend: Is It Worth Trying?
Team Metabolic Health Social media users are claiming that drinking baking soda in water is a magic weight loss hack, but experts aren’t so sure. Another day, another allegedly magical weight loss hack touted by social media users. Online platforms are brimming with claims about quick and easy ways to lose weight, and the latest […]
How do animal and plant-based milks affect gut health?
Team Metabolic Health While both animal and plant-based milks benefit gut health, animal milk shows superior support for beneficial bacteria, raising important questions for dietary choices. Review: Substitutive Effects of Milk vs. Vegetable Milk on the Human Gut Microbiota and Implications for Human Health In a recent review published in the journal Nutrients, researchers explored how both […]
Health Rounds: Breastfeeding is safe for breast cancer survivors
Team Metabolic Health Two studies have shown for the first time that breastfeeding after treatment for breast cancer does not increase a woman’s recurrence risk. And, as other studies at the meeting showed, immunotherapy continues to improve hopes for long-term survival for people with various types of cancer. Breastfeeding found to be safe after breast […]
The World’s Noisiest Cities Could Ruin A Good Night’s Sleep, A New Study Says
Team Metabolic Health Hong Kong, Cancun and Las Vegas are the most sleep-disruptive cities, a new study of 30 cities says. A relaxed vacation can suddenly go awry when city noise interrupts a restful sleep. Hong Kong, according to a new study, is the most sleep-disruptive destination, largely because of high noise levels. The study, […]
Trendy fruit cuts the risk of heart attack by a fifth, study shows
Team Metabolic Health The superfood is packed with fibre, healthy fats, magnesium and vitamins C, E, and K Eating two or more servings of avocado every week reduces the risk of heart disease by a fifth, according to a recent study from the Journal of the American Heart Association (JAMA). The research, which looked at […]
Researchers Uncover New Cardiovascular Risk Factor, Suggest Possible Treatment
Team Metabolic Health Researchers uncover clonal hematopoiesis as a new cardiovascular risk factor, suggesting colchicine as a possible treatment option. A significant discovery has emerged in the field of cardiovascular health. Researchers have identified a new risk factor for heart disease that could reshape how we understand and treat atherosclerosis, the build-up of plaques in […]
‘Rawdogging’ Meals: Does It Help With Weight Loss?
Team Metabolic Health The new trend of rawdogging — doing something without special preparation or distractions — is now gaining traction in nutrition. An expert says practicing mindful eating can have health benefits, including weight loss. The term “rawdogging,” which was initially used to describe sex without a condom, is no longer inappropriate in public […]
5 Daily Habits That Help Lower Heart Disease Risk For Women, According To New Research
Team Metabolic Healh Chances are heart disease doesn’t cross your mind very often. Until you hear that you—or a loved one—are at risk for the disease, it may not factor too much into your day-to-day life. But heart disease is actually the leading cause of death worldwide1. And for women approaching their 50s, it’s particularly relevant […]
Counting calories for weight loss? Gut microbes and digestion also have a key role
Team Metabolic Health ‘Calories in, calories out’ includes what’s eaten and digested as well how those absorbed calories are burned through metabolism. Is the adage “calories in, calories out” true? The short answer is yes, but the full story is more nuanced. From the moment food touches your tongue to the time it leaves your […]
19 Major Impacts AI Is Having On The Healthcare Industry
Team Metabolic Health Artificial intelligence has had a significant impact on the healthcare industry, specifically in the ways businesses and providers operate and deliver care. From streamlining administrative tasks to improving patient care with data-driven insights, there are numerous outcomes that have only become possible with the evolution of AI. Below, the members of Forbes Business […]
Health services aim to tackle Kent obesity rate
Team Metabolic Health Health services in Kent are teaming up to deliver an action plan to tackle obesity and support those who want to lose weight. The “majority” of the county’s districts have more overweight and obese adults than the England average, according to a report looking at the issue. The Kent Weight Management Strategic […]
Iron deficiency linked to restless sleep in ADHD and autism
Team Metabolic Health New study links iron deficiency to sleep disorders in children with ADHD and autism: exploring the critical role of iron in sleep regulation. A recent Nutrients study examines the relationship iron deficiency (ID) and sleep-related disorders. Iron and sleep/wake disorders Iron is a trace element present in neurons, astrocytes, oligodendrocytes, and microglia. Iron is […]
Pfizer Drug Helped Cancer Patients Regain Weight, Study Shows
Team Metabolic Health Cancer cachexia can cause muscle deterioration, weakness Patients on highest dose of drug regained 5.6% of body weight Pfizer Inc.’s experimental drug for cancer weight loss was shown to help patients regain weight in a mid-stage study, offering fresh promise for treating the dangerous muscle-wasting condition. In cancer patients, a syndrome called cachexia causes […]
Diet is considered to be responsible for around 30% of deaths from cardiovascular disease!
Team Metabolic Health Nutri-Score hints at foods that increase CVD risk Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of mortality in Western Europe, accounting for 1/3 of deaths in 2019. Diet is thought to be responsible for around 30% of such deaths. Nutrition-related prevention policies therefore constitute a major public health challenge for these diseases. In […]
