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¿Cómo puede la alimentación influir en un envejecimiento saludable? Un estudio reciente de la Nurses' Health Study y el Health Professionals Follow-Up Study, con datos de más de 30 años y más de 100,000 participantes, revela que seguir ciertos patrones dietéticos puede aumentar significativamente las probabilidades de vivir hasta los 70 o 75 años con una buena salud cognitiva, física y mental, libre de enfermedades crónicas.En este video, exploramos las ocho dietas científicamente respaldadas que pueden ayudarte a prevenir enfermedades no transmisibles y optimizar el envejecimiento: Alternative Healthy Eating Index (AHEI), Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH), Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay (MIND), Alternative Mediterranean Index (aMED), Planetary Health Diet Index (PHDI), Healthful Plant-Based Diet Index (hPDI), Reverse Empirical Dietary Index for Hyperinsulinemia (rEDIH) y Reverse Empirically Inflammatory Dietary Pattern (rEDIP). También hablaremos del impacto negativo del consumo de alimentos ultraprocesados (UPF) en la longevidad.Según la investigación, una mayor adherencia a estas dietas puede aumentar hasta 2.24 veces la probabilidad de un envejecimiento saludable. Pero, ¿qué tienen en común estas dietas? Un alto consumo de frutas, verduras, cereales integrales, grasas saludables, frutos secos, legumbres y productos lácteos bajos en grasa, junto con una reducción de grasas trans, sodio, bebidas azucaradas y carnes procesadas.Si te interesa saber cómo adaptar estos patrones alimenticios a tu vida diaria y cómo mejorar tu salud a largo plazo con la alimentación basada en evidencia, este video es para ti. Descubre qué dieta se adapta mejor a tus necesidades y cómo pequeñas elecciones diarias pueden marcar la diferencia en tu bienestar futuro. No olvides suscribirte, activar las notificaciones y dejar tu comentario sobre cuál de estas dietas te gustaría probar.

What if creatine isn’t just for bodybuilders—but a potent, research-backed tool for women’s health, performance, and longevity? In this powerhouse episode, Angela sits down with Darren Candow, a leading expert on creatine and Professor and Director of the Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory at the University of Regina, Canada. Darren is also the Director of Research for the Athlete Health and Performance Initiative and past Associate Dean of Graduate Studies and Research in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies. Together, they unpack the groundbreaking science behind one of the most misunderstood supplements. From brain energetics and mood stability to bone density, fat loss, and anti-aging, this is your comprehensive guide to creatine beyond the gym. Angela and Darren explore the myths, the mechanisms, and the real-world applications of creatine—especially for women navigating perimenopause, high stress, and cognitive load. Whether you’re looking to train smarter, improve memory and sleep, or simply age with more energy and resilience, this masterclass will change the way you think about creatine forever. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Creatine for Cognitive Health: It crosses the blood-brain barrier slowly but significantly, especially under stress or sleep deprivation. Dosage Evolution: 10g/day may be optimal for full muscle, brain, and bone saturation—especially in women. Bone Health & Aging: Combined with resistance training, creatine may help preserve bone density, especially post-menopause. Body Composition Benefits: Contrary to myth, creatine reduces body fat over time and improves lean mass, even in women. Mental Health & Resilience: Early evidence shows potential benefits for depression, anxiety, and sleep quality. Safer Than You Think: Creatine does not cause kidney issues or hair loss—these myths are finally being debunked with new data. Emerging Synergies: Stacks with protein, collagen, or taurine may enhance its effects—especially for brain and recovery support. TIMESTAMPS AND KEY TOPICS: 0:00 – Introduction 3:33 – Creatine’s impact on fat loss, strength, and performance in women 7:31 – Recovery, overtraining & HRV: how creatine supports your nervous system 13:31 – Creatine for mood, mental health, and inflammation 18:36 – Bone health benefits in postmenopausal women 22:03 – Muscle breakdown: why women respond differently than men 31:25 – GAA, taurine & stacks that supercharge brain performance 36:28 – Brain fog, stress & cognition: creatine’s impact on energy and focus 47:43 – Creatine and sleep: timing, dosage, and recovery benefits 52:07 – The perimenopause trifecta: mood, metabolism, and muscle 55:13 – Final verdict: What dose actually works—and is it safe? VALUABLE RESOURCES Click here for discounts on all the products I personally use and recommend Check out my blog to learn How Spermidine Can Reset Your Sleep and Hormonal Balance During Perimenopause A BIG thank you to our sponsors who make the show possible: Get 20% off the Creatine I love at trycreate.co/ANGELA20, and use code ANGELA20 to save 20% on your firsts order. LVLUP HEALTH: Slow aging, repair gut health boost collagen and recovery and more with LVLUP Health’s amazing products. Save 15% with code ANGELA at https://lvluphealth.com/angela For 10% off at Timeline visit www.timelinenutrition.com and use code ANGELA10 ABOUT THE GUEST Darren G. Candow, Ph.D., CSEP-CEP, FISSN is a Professor and Director of the Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory, Director of Research for the Athlete Health and Performance Initiative and past Associate Dean-Graduate Studies and Research in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina, Canada. The overall objectives of Dr. Candow’s research program are to develop effective lifestyle interventions involving nutrition (primarily creatine monohydrate) and physical activity (resistance training) which have practical and clinical relevance for improving properties of muscle, bone and brain health/function. Dr. Candow has published > 150 peer-refereed journal manuscripts (h-index: 49, i10-index: 107), received > $2 million in research support, and supervised over 20 MSc and PhD students. In addition, Dr. Candow serves on the editorial review boards for the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition; Nutrients; Frontiers; Advanced Exercise and Health Sciences; Scientific Reports; and Longevity and as a Scientific Advisor for AlzChem and Create. Dr. Candow is also a fellow of the International Society of Sports Nutrition and a Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology-Clinical Exercise Physiologist. Darren G. Candow, PhD | CSEP-CEP | FISSN Professor Director-Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory Director of Research-Athlete Health and Performance Initiative Faculty of Kinesiology & Health Studies University of Regina Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.ca/citations?hl=en&user=iUYFaeoAAAAJ&view_op=list_works&sortby=pubdate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.darrencandow/?hl=en ABOUT THE HOST Angela Foster is an award winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Speaker and Host of the High Performance Health podcast. A former Corporate lawyer turned industry leader in biohacking and health optimisation for women, Angela has been featured in various media including Huff Post, Runners world, The Health Optimisation Summit, BrainTap, The Women’s Biohacking Conference, Livestrong & Natural Health Magazine. Angela is the creator of BioSyncing®️ a blueprint for ambitious entrepreneurial women to biohack their health so they can 10X how they show up in their business and their family without burning out. The High Performance Health Podcast is a top rated global podcast. Each week, Angela brings you a new insight, biohack or high performance habit to help you unlock optimal health, longevity and higher performance. Hit the follow button to make sure you get notified each time Angela releases a new episode.Anne Laure’s book: Tiny Experiments CONTACT DETAILS Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Affiliate Disclaimer: Note this description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is under no obligation to use these links. Thank you for supporting the show! Disclaimer: The High Performance Health Podcast is for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of professional or coaching advice and no client relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for medical or other professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should seek the assistance of their medical doctor or other health care professional for before taking any steps to implement any of the items discussed in this podcast. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

Rolling back major EPA policies that protect our health from air pollution exposure is dangerous and even fatal in some cases. This episode features the chair and vice-chair of the ATS Environmental Health Policy Committee, Alison Lee, MD, (Icahn School of Medicine, Mount Sinai) and Gillian Goobie, MD, PhD (University of British Columbia). Patti Tripathi hosts. 09:00 What is the evidence for policy-led air pollution reductions?14:35 Who benefits from EPA rollbacks?22:36 How does EPA deregulation affect global health?Resources:The Southern California Children's Health Study:  https://healthstudy.usc.edu/The Ella Roberta Foundation:  https://www.ellaroberta.org/about-ellaSilent Spring by Rachel Carson:  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27333.Silent_Spring

Qjiel Mariano is a young indigenous man from the Philippines whose studies at York University's program in global Health is supported by Pegasus, the organization that Neil Arya founded and now chairs. Here Neil interviews Qjiel about several topics, especially the indigenous medical systems that Qjiel is studying. https://tosavetheworld.ca/episode-671-indigenous-healtlh-perspectives

Dr. Joel Fuhrman provides clarity on the roles of fat and protein in our diet. Understand how to balance these macronutrients for optimal health and prevent common dietary misconceptions. #FatAndProtein #NutritionalBalance #HealthyDiet

Today on AirTalk: Preliminary study details health consequences for LA firefighters (00:17) Erosion, wildfires and rising sea levels: The cost of rebuilding Malibu (18:24) Food Friday: California citrus (34:39) FilmWeek: Critics review the latest releases (51:35) Feature: New Fandango study on moviegoing (1:25:24)

Send us a textDr. Laura Buchanan and Dr. Matt Calkins are returning guests on our show! Be sure to check out her first appearance on episode 521, and both them on episode 566 of Boundless Body Radio!Dr. Laura Buchanan is a board-certified family medicine physician with a passion for using lifestyle modification as the first-line standard of care wherever possible. Since entering the field of medicine Laura has been interested in the intersections of longevity, metabolic health, lifestyle changes and chronic disease.Dr. Matt Calkins is board certified in family medicine and loves studying the science of longevity, the optimization of all phases of health, and applying his knowledge to physician and patient wellness. Matt earned his M.D. from the University of Florida and holds a B.Sc. in physics. He has published papers on food addiction, CGMs, and diabetes.When they're not active in the clinic, their favorite things to do are going hiking and playing tennis, trying out new low-carb recipes, and celebrating wins both big and small with patients. Their idea of a perfect date is printing out medical studies and debating them with each other over a massive ribeye and broccoli!Find Dr. Laura Buchanan at-https://doctortro.com/IG- @laurabuchananmdTW- @laurabuchananmdSubstack- Aging SuccessfullyFind Dr. Matt Calkins at-TW- @MattCalkinsMDThe TOWARD Health StudyFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send us a textDid you know that having regular, natural menstrual cycles is one of the biggest predictors of a longer, healthier life? Research from the Nurses' Health Study shows that women with a longer reproductive lifespan—meaning more years spent ovulating naturally—have a significantly lower risk of heart disease, dementia, osteoporosis, and breast cancer.And the secret behind it all? Progesterone. This essential hormone is only produced when you ovulate, and it plays a crucial role in protecting your brain, bones, and metabolism. But here's the problem—millions of women struggle with irregular periods, anovulation, and hormonal imbalances, often without even realizing what's at stake for their long-term health.In this episode of It's Hertime, we're breaking down:✨ Why each ovulatory cycle is like a "deposit" into your health savings account✨ How birth control "fixes" irregular cycles—but at a major cost to your health✨ Why insulin resistance is a hidden culprit behind ovulation problems (and what to do about it!)✨ Natural ways to support regular ovulation, banish period problems, and balance hormones—without synthetic hormones or band-aid solutions

The music industry's high-stress and ever-changing nature often leads to the development or exacerbation of mental health issues for artists & professionals alike. Particularly since the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, music & research organizations have looked to study the effects being in this industry has on its workforce and develop resources to best support their needs. A new study from MusiCares and Amber Health seeks to look beyond the need for mental health resources and instead analyze how access to these resources impacts those who receive them. In our latest podcast, we talk with Amber Health's Dr. Chayim Newman and MusiCares' Theresa Wolters about how both organizations support the music industry ecosystem, the need for robust mental health resources for music professionals, and the groundwork for this new research initiative!

On this week’s Marketplace “Tech Bytes: Week in Review,” we’ll talk about Apple launching a new health research study and BuzzFeed starting a new social media platform. But first, the U.S. is pushing back against global AI regulation. This week there was a kind of who's who of AI and government at the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris. French President Emmanuel Macron reportedly said there should be rules for this technology and that AI cannot be the Wild West. But the country that's home to the original Wild West wants to forge ahead. U.S. Vice President JD Vance delivered a speech underlining the Donald Trump administration’s intent to develop AI without worrying about the risks. Marketplace’s Stephanie Hughes spoke with Jewel Burks Solomon, managing partner at the venture firm Collab Capital, about these topics for this week's “Tech Bytes.”

On this week’s Marketplace “Tech Bytes: Week in Review,” we’ll talk about Apple launching a new health research study and BuzzFeed starting a new social media platform. But first, the U.S. is pushing back against global AI regulation. This week there was a kind of who's who of AI and government at the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris. French President Emmanuel Macron reportedly said there should be rules for this technology and that AI cannot be the Wild West. But the country that's home to the original Wild West wants to forge ahead. U.S. Vice President JD Vance delivered a speech underlining the Donald Trump administration’s intent to develop AI without worrying about the risks. Marketplace’s Stephanie Hughes spoke with Jewel Burks Solomon, managing partner at the venture firm Collab Capital, about these topics for this week's “Tech Bytes.”

Dave and I have been running into an issue that we both have when we move a Mac Finder window around the screen. Someone out there knows the answer to why this is happening. The Apple TV is now available on Android, so we discuss if that will increase subscriptions to the service. Apple is launching another health study, one of the areas that the company has excelled i n recent years. The iPhone SE update appears to be right around the corner. Show Notes: The Apple TV app is now available on Android New holistic Apple Health Study launches today in the Research app New Powerbeats Pro 2 What Powerbeats 2 has that AirPods do not Gurman: iPhone SE 4 Coming ‘By Next Week,' An Ankle Monitor? No, That's My Apple Watch Shows and movies we're watching Lioness, Paramount+ Flow QT8: The First Eight, Peacock

Guest: Treena Orchard, Associate Professor, School of Health Studies, Western University, author of Sticky, Sexy, Sad: Swipe Culture and the Darker Side of Dating Apps with guest host, Syd Smith.

Most commonly the challenge is gaining lean muscle. Doing all the things but can't seem to gain muscle? Then tune in and go through this like a check list of 12 strength training mistakes in menopause that could be the reason. It just takes one. But if there are multiple, it's compounded and in this case, not interest but penalty! Join us at Metabolism Makeover 2.0 to support your journey avoiding the 12 strength training mistakes in menopause. Overworking Small Muscle Groups [00:02:20] You need fewer of these small muscle group-focused exercises in your routine if you prioritize the major muscles like chest (pectoralis) and back (trapezius and Latissimus Dorsi). If the secondary (biceps and triceps) muscles are going to get a workout most of the time, these will rob you of time and energy that is better spent on major muscles if you aren't getting in the adequate volume there. Skipping the Warmup [00:06:40] Nearly a decade ago, I began sharing the fact that if you skip the warmup, you also miss an opportunity to increase total energy expenditure during a workout. It's not only about injury prevention. There's an increased blood circulation, improved energy expenditure, mobility and you can work closer to your capacity. If fitness and longevity are truly goals, “exercising” is not the same as working at your capacity and safely, sanely raising the roof on your fitness level so that age doesn't automatically result in slowing down or gaining weight. Not Resting Between Sets Long Enough Before [00:13:10] Rapidly moving from one exercise to the next, was yesterday. The “metabolic conditioning workouts” are a nice anomaly, a change in pace. Rest between sets of strength training. Reach complete muscle fatigue or within 2 reps of it. If you do HIIT, separate the sessions so you get the best benefit from it and from strength. If you are not getting stronger, not increasing muscle, and these are your goals (in order, perhaps to improve body fat % ultimately), it's a “how” you're doing it problem. Plan Your Routine to Avoid 12 Strength Training Mistakes in Menopause No Organized Plan [00:17:30] You either default to using what's available at the gym or doing the same exercises in the same sequence every time. If you're not careful you won't change the stimulus (by changing the sequence and sets/rep combination) and may also not be getting enough sets per muscle group in each week. It doesn't mean that all sets for a muscle group must be all the same exercise. A super set of 6 different exercises for the triceps works. The next workout you may just do 3 and you're still covered… if you planned it that way. Not Sleeping Enough or Not Changing the Workout When You Don't Sleep [00:20:50] The sleep you get will determine the benefit you get from exercise. If you don't prioritize, your workouts will suffer too. You're also at risk for injury, not only because your body isn't fully doing the repair job or releasing testosterone and growth hormone in deep cycles of sleep as it should, but because coordination suffers. Treating Soreness or Worn Out an Indication of “Good Workout” [00:22:40] When you work muscles, it's normal to feel sore, even if you're extremely fit. Some muscles like quads and glutes are used to a lot of activity and tend to get sore less often. But there are two genes associated with soreness and you may either be predisposed to be sore or not. It's not a good indication of whether you worked hard enough. If you reached muscle fatigue or came close, you gave the muscle enough stimulus. The first sign of poor recovery was soreness after workouts, the second was reduced performance during workouts. 12 Strength Training Mistakes in Menopause to Avoid and Nurture Your Body Dependence on Supplements and Negating Balanced Whole Food Meals. [00:27:00] If you're all too willing to jump to EAAs, or BCAAs but won't eat regular meals that result in satiety, chances are your lack of micro and macronutrients will catch up with you. “Food first”, then allow supplements to take you the rest of the way. I don't like to “count” calories on a regular basis but a snapshot is very helpful for checking in. Often for knowing when you're eating too little. Taking Too Much Advice (or Too Little From Too Many People) [00:30:20] It often takes even gurus a while to come around. You have to love Vonda Wright and Mary Haver sharing their own menopause journeys. We need more women like them. They're open about not knowing what they didn't know about menopause, as physicians and women. You have at your fingertips access to women who learned the hard way, so you don't have to. Just don't jump in the middle. You need an onramp. Ignoring Nutrition Needs. [00:32:30] The talk is “calorie deficit.” Yet, 80% of women in our community under-eat for their mere existence (resting metabolic rate) and then try to put their foot on the accelerator for exercise causing a bigger caloric deficit. Then they stay there for years, under-fed and under-fueled (processed food, diet food), the metabolism will come to a halt, along, potentially with adrenal and thyroid function. Figure your calorie needs. Use an app to track your actual intake for 3-5 days. 12 Strength Training Mistakes in Menopause That Hinder Your Progress Thinking Small, Skinny, or Numbers That Don't Matter Instead of That Do [00:36:20] Your size and your weight on the scale do not tell the story of your fitness and health. Though they might hint at your likelihood of sarcopenia and osteoporosis, fall and fracture risk. When women focus on weight or size they sacrifice muscle. When they lose muscle, they lose strength, longevity and independence. A woman who has her ideal weight or size is constantly thinking about it and a step away from a fall or fracture. A fracture that results in bedrest, weakness and loss of more muscle. The beginning of the end. Those falls are not devastating just because of the breaks, but because of brain bleeds or other internal damage. Too Heavy to Start [00:38:20] The first 6-8 weeks, and up to 12, of a resistance training program, the benefits are due to the neural connection. That isn't rushed by going heavy. But loads too great for your ligaments, tendons and joints or muscles can cause weakness, undue soreness, and a weak foundation leading to injury. We, in the fitness industry, need to be more careful. We have sometimes lost our way in regard to where to START, and how and at what pace to PROGRESS. You Add Something But Don't Remove Something Else [00:40:30] I've experienced this temptation myself. When I started training for triathlons at 40, I was compelled to figure out how to run even while I was adding biking or swimming to my schedule. I soon realized I was sabotaging the quality of every workout and just putting those “junk miles.” A woman will lose muscle because of the added stress, inability to recover. That's an extreme example, but if you're adding and never subtracting/replacing, you're probably going to experience similar results. References for the 12 Strength Training Mistakes in Menopause: For dropping in the references.. Ideally just the single line link.. Vs long for the podcasts and posts - however if the research is really: within last 10 years, features female subjects.. Then it should be added to the research document. Nothing else should ever be used in our content. #1 Cheng AJ, Jude B, Lanner JT. Intramuscular mechanisms of overtraining. Redox Biol. 2020 Aug;35:101480. doi: 10.1016/j.redox.2020.101480. Epub 2020 Feb 26. 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PMID: 38201856; PMCID: PMC10780928. #7 Lentjes MAH. The balance between food and dietary supplements in the general population. Proc Nutr Soc. 2019 Feb;78(1):97-109. doi: 10.1017/S0029665118002525. Epub 2018 Oct 30. PMID: 30375305; PMCID: PMC6366563 #10 Martinez, B.P., Batista, A.K.M.S., Gomes, I.B. et al. Frequency of sarcopenia and associated factors among hospitalized elderly patients. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 16, 108 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-015-0570-x #10 Sakuma, Kunihiro, Yamaguchi, Akihiko, Sarcopenic Obesity and Endocrinal Adaptation with Age, International Journal of Endocrinology, 2013, 204164, 12 pages, 2013. https://doi.org/10.1155/2013/204164 #11 Kraemer WJ, Ratamess NA. Fundamentals of resistance training: progression and exercise prescription. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2004 Apr;36(4):674-88. doi: 10.1249/01.mss.0000121945.36635.61. PMID: 15064596 #12 Caplin A, Chen FS, Beauchamp MR, Puterman E. The effects of exercise intensity on the cortisol response to a subsequent acute psychosocial stressor. Psychoneuroendocrinology. 2021 Sep;131:105336. doi: 10.1016/j.psyneuen.2021.105336. Epub 2021 Jun 18. PMID: 34175558. #12 Woods NF, Mitchell ES, Smith-Dijulio K. Cortisol levels during the menopausal transition and early postmenopause: observations from the Seattle Midlife Women's Health Study. Menopause. 2009 Jul-Aug;16(4):708-18. doi: 10.1097/gme.0b013e318198d6b2. PMID: 19322116; PMCID: PMC2749064. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2749064/#:~:text=Early laboratory studies of hot,in our earlier report5. Resources: 5 Day Flip: https://www.flippingfifty.com/5-day-challenge-new/ Lunges: Love 'em or Leave 'em https://www.flippingfifty.com/lunges-muscles-squats-variations-benefits Protein Products: https://www.flippingfifty.com/protein Other Episodes You Might Like: How to Exercise with High or Low Cortisol in Menopause: https://www.flippingfifty.com/high-or-low-cortisol-in-menopause 8 Strength Training Mistakes Wasting Your Time (fix them): https://www.flippingfifty.com/8-strength-training-mistakes Fit or Fat? Training and Measuring Fitness in Menopause: https://www.flippingfifty.com/measuring-fitness-in-menopause

Can the ideological emphasis on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) slow down the progress of science? Our guest today is Anna Krylov, professor of chemistry at the University of Southern California and an advocate for maintaining meritocracy in scientific funding and evaluation. She joins John Tomasi to discuss critical tensions in today's scientific landscape. Krylov addresses the potential social costs of slower scientific progress due to ideological influences, particularly DEI, which she argues undermines public trust in scientific institutions. This episode delves into the fraught terrain of funding in academia and the impact of DEI mandates, examining how these changes may contribute to public mistrust and the erosion of merit-based systems. In This Episode:The effects of DEI mandates on scientific fundingThe importance of merit-based funding in academiaThe rise of "citation justice" and its impact on scholarly recognitionGender quotas and their potential implications for scientific standardsCritical social justice influences on scientific practices Censorship in the Sciences Conference: https://dornsife.usc.edu/cesr/censorship-in-the-sciences-interdisciplinary-perspectives/ About Anna:Anna Krylov is a Professor of Chemistry at USC and a leading figure in theoretical and computational quantum chemistry. Born in Ukraine, she earned her degrees from Moscow State University and the Hebrew University. Krylov's research focuses on methods for electronic excited species and has led to over 300 publications. She has received numerous awards, including the Dirac Medal, and is a Fellow of various scientific societies. An advocate for gender equality in STEM, she also promotes academic freedom and authored the impactful paper "The Peril of Politicizing Science." Follow Heterodox Academy on:Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Fax5DyFacebook: https://bit.ly/3PMYxfwLinkedIn: https://bit.ly/48IYeuJInstagram: https://bit.ly/46HKfUgSubstack: https://bit.ly/48IhjNF

The holidays are here, and so are the endless treats, big family dinners, and tempting snacks! But what if you could enjoy the season without the guilt or starving yourself? This session is for busy women who want to feel amazing in their bodies while still enjoying everything the holidays have to offer. Grab your favorite warm drink and join us for an interactive chat that'll leave you inspired and ready to take on the holidays with confidence! Dr. Anita Lwanga is an Exercise Physiologist, General Internist, Geriatrician and assistant professor of General Internal Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan. Dr. Lwanga's mission is to provide compassionate and holistic care. She helps her patients optimize their diet, exercise, sleep, and medications so that they can stay healthy, active, and out of the hospital.Dr. Anita is a dedicated healthcare professional with a rich academic background. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from St. Matthew's University, building a strong foundation in medical practice and patient care.Dr. Anita also holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Exercise and Health Physiology from the University of Calgary, where she developed expertise in understanding the human body and promoting physical wellness. In addition, she completed a Bachelor of Health Studies with a focus on Indigenous Health, a unique program sponsored by the First Nations University of Canada and the University of Regina, showcasing her commitment to addressing health disparities and fostering community wellness. Contact: Dr. Anita Instagram: @lwangamd Facebook: Anita Lwanga MD Youtube: @drlwanga

Today our guest is Dr. JoAnn Manson, an endocrinologist, epidemiologist, and Principal Investigator of several research studies, including the landmark Women's Health Initiative. She is a highly cited researcher and was one of the physicians featured in the National Library of Medicine's exhibition, History of American Women Physicians. Her primary research interests include clinical prevention trials of nutritional and lifestyle factors related to heart disease, diabetes, and cancer and the role of endogenous and exogenous estrogens as determinants of chronic disease. Show notes: [00:02:53] Dawn kicks off the interview by asking JoAnn what it was that drew her to endocrinology. [00:04:33] Ken asks how the things JoAnn witnessed in her early medical practice influenced her interest in disease prevention. [00:05:51] Dawn asks JoAnn to discuss how her mother, who suffered from ovarian cancer, influenced JoAnn's focus on women's health. [00:06:40] Dawn asks JoAnn what prompted her interest in clinical research. [00:08:06] Noting the difference between public health and laboratory medical research, Dawn asks JoAnn what the most valuable thing is that she learned from her master's and Ph.D. work in public health at Harvard. [00:09:10] Ken mentions that while JoAnn and many others are interested in the prevention of disease, our healthcare system does not seem focused on prevention. Ken goes on to asks if this was part of what led JoAnn to work on the Nurses' Health Study. [00:10:17] Ken asks JoAnn to give an overview of the Nurses' Health Study for listeners who may not be familiar. [00:11:41] Dawn explains that the Nurses' Health Study found that women taking hormone therapy had a lower risk of heart disease and a reduction in all-cause mortality. Dawn asks JoAnn to talk about this finding. [00:15:00] Ken asks JoAnn what the impact of the Nurses' Study has been on public health and women's health in general. [00:16:29] Dawn asks JoAnn about her experience being a principal investigator in the Women's Health Initiative starting in 1993. [00:18:17] Ken asks JoAnn to give context regarding how the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) was designed, how the women were recruited, and what the specific questions were that the study aimed to answer. [00:21:34] Dawn mentions that the three interventions that were evaluated in the WHI were hormone therapy; calcium and vitamin D supplementation; and a low-fat diet. Dawn starts by asking JoAnn about the hormone therapy interventions, and how it was decided which hormone therapies to test. [00:24:25] Dawn asks JoAnn to give some context to the finding from the WHI that women taking the combination of conjugated estrogen and medroxyprogesterone acetate had higher risks of breast cancer and stroke. [00:27:01] Ken asks if the worse outcomes from hormone therapy for older women was due to their advanced age, or the hormone therapy itself. [00:30:25] Ken asks JoAnn to talk about the risk factors for breast cancer that were uncovered by the WHI. [00:35:38] Dawn explains that because of the WHI's findings, it is more common to use transdermal estradiol, as opposed to the oral form evaluated in the original trial. Dawn asks JoAnn to explain how the different ways these hormone formulations are processed in the body affects the risk benefit ratio. [00:39:04] Dawn asks if these transdermal estradiol treatments might have benefits regarding cognitive decline. [00:43:26] Ken asks JoAnn for her thoughts on the overuse and potential misuse of the term ‘bioidentical hormones.' Ken goes on to note that the term has seemingly become more related to marketing and further distanced from clinical science. [00:46:48] Dawn asks JoAnn to talk about the role that perimenopausal birth control decisions can play in the management of hot flashes for women in their 40s and 50s. [00:49:14] Ken shifts the conversation to discuss the second pillar of the WHI,

This episode of Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor emphasizes the importance of building and maintaining a healthy microbiome for better health outcomes, disease prevention, and overall well-being. The microbiome, a complex population of microorganisms living in the gut, plays a significant role in protecting against cancer, regulating digestion, and supporting various metabolic and immune functions. A home-cooked diet, particularly a whole food omnivorous diet rich in fiber and fermented foods, helps to cultivate a resilient microbiome. Exercise, scant to moderate alcohol consumption (especially wine), and avoiding sugar, refined flours, and artificial sweeteners further enhance gut health. This episode also warns against overuse of antibiotics and reliance on probiotic supplements, advocating instead for a food-based approach through diet and lifestyle changes. Key Takeaways: Microbiome's Role in Health: The microbiome impacts everything from cancer prevention to appetite regulation, insulin sensitivity, immune function, and even brain health. Diet and Gut Health: A Mediterranean-style, omnivorous whole food, diet improves microbiome diversity and overall health, reducing risks for conditions like obesity, diabetes, and cancer. Fermented Foods: Incorporating fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, and kombucha supports a healthy microbiome and reduces cancer risk. Exercise and Lifestyle: Regular exercise promotes gut health and boosts immunity, while avoiding sugar, artificial sweeteners, and unnecessary antibiotics helps maintain microbiome balance. Natural Approach: The podcast recommends focusing on diet and lifestyle over probiotic or prebiotic supplements to build a resilient microbiome. For more insights and advice on reducing dependence on medications through lifestyle changes, make sure to subscribe to Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor. More references can be found at www.GreatMed.org Would you like Dr. Hassell to answer your question on the air?  Contact us! Phone/text: 503-773-0770 e-mail: info@GreatMed.org Write us a letter.  We love to hear from you.  This podcast is sponsored by our generous listeners.  Send questions, comments, and support to: 4804 NW Bethany Blvd., Suite I-2, #273 Portland OR 97229 References:           Zhang, X., et al. (2023). Modulating a prebiotic food source influences inflammation and immune-regulating gut microbes and metabolites: insights form the BE GONE trial. The Lancet, 98:104873. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ebiom.2023.104873            Diez-Ozaeta, I. & Astiazaran, O. (2021). Fermented foods: An update on evidence-based health benefits and future perspectives. Food Research International, 156. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodres.2022.111133            Perler, B., et al. (2023). The role of the gut microbiota in the relationship between diet and human health. 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This episode features Chancellor's Professor of Radiology, Pediatrics, Medical Education, Philosophy, Liberal Arts, Philanthropy, and Medical Humanities and Health Studies at Indiana University, Dr. Richard Gunderman '83, discussing how to create thin spaces, why he chose a career in radiology, and many words of wisdom (Episode 370).

In this inspiring episode of Mental Health Trailblazers: Psychiatric Nurses Speak Up, host Indrias Kassaye welcomes Dr. Giovanna de Oliveira, an alumna of the Minority Fellowship Program at the American Nurses Association and Associate Professor at the University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies. Dr. de Oliveira shares her journey from Peru to the U.S., where she discovered her passion for nursing, inspired by the compassionate care of Filipino nurses and her pediatrician father. Over her 28-year career, Dr. de Oliveira has evolved into a psychiatric mental health nurse scientist, deeply committed to addressing mental health disparities in underrepresented communities, particularly among Hispanic populations. What are the unique mental health challenges facing immigrant communities in the U.S., and how can nurses address them?   How are young Hispanic children and adolescents coping with the pressures of immigration, and what can we do to address their growing mental health needs?   In this powerful conversation, Dr. de Oliveira reflects on her experiences with racism after immigrating to the U.S. and how she overcame challenges to build a successful career in nursing. She candidly shares how those early encounters with discrimination shaped her understanding of cultural sensitivity and fueled her commitment to providing compassionate, culturally competent care. Dr. de Oliveira also addresses the mental health impact of immigration policies on communities in South Florida, highlighting the trauma, anxiety, and feelings of isolation that many immigrants face. She discusses the rising mental health needs among Hispanic youth, including issues like self-mutilation and substance abuse, as well as the importance of nurses advocating for systemic change to better support immigrant and minority populations. Whether you're a nursing student, healthcare professional, or mental health advocate, this episode offers a compelling look at the resilience needed to overcome adversity and the critical role nurses play in transforming care for underserved populations. Don't miss it! Free CNE Credits available for listening! Don't miss this chance to earn continuing education credits while learning from influential voices in nursing today. Tune in to this and all episodes of season 4, celebrating “50 Years: Reflect & Project!” and the lasting impact of the SAMHA Minority Fellowship Program at the American Nurses Association.CNE information:An email will be sent to you at a later date with instructions on how to claim CNE credit.The American Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.Learn more about Dr Giovanna de Oliveira at https://emfp.org/mfp-fellows/giovanna-c-de-oliveira 

Professor Lesley Braun facilitates a conversation on the complex journey of perimenopause and menopause, looking at this important life stage from the four perspectives of our fx Medicine ambassadors in part one of our two-part series. Professor Lesley Braun facilitates a conversation with our fx Medicine ambassadors Lisa Costa-Bir, Dr Adrian Lopresti, Dr Michelle Woolhouse and Emma Sutherland, in part one of our two-part series navigating the complexities of the menopausal journey. In part one, Dr Braun and the fx Medicine ambassadors explore the hormonal changes associated with this perimenopause and menopause, the typical signs and symptoms a woman may experience when going through this transition phase, and how healthcare professionals can help their patients to navigate these changes by ensuring a thorough case history is taken, and by identifying key investigations to support the patient. In part one, we hear about the impact of the Women's Health Study on the use of HRT in women and the repercussions of this. Prof Braun and our ambassadors share their clinical knowledge and expertise to give listeners a well-rounded and thorough look at the impact of menopause, the clinical manifestations that can present to healthcare professionals and how we can support and empower patients to navigate this profound time in a woman's life. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/four-perspectives-%E2%80%93-menopause-journey-part-1 Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: https://pages.blackmores.com.au/FXM-signup.html ***DISCLAIMER: The information provided on fx Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.***

Tired of conflicting nutrition information? Join Dr. Philip Ovadia and guest Evan Cohen as they discuss groundbreaking research that challenges everything we thought we knew about nutrition advice.This video provides clear, evidence-based insights that could transform your health. Listen for the revelation at 31:15 that exposes why popular diet advice might be making you sick.GUEST BIO: Evan Cohen is a Principal and the Chairman of The Brattle Group, a 600-person international economic consulting firm.  He is a litigation consultant with expertise in tax, valuation, and damages, who has provided expert testimony in various federal and state courts on issues relating to finance and economics.  He has also led a nutrition research group at Brattle since 2011, where he has co-authored several peer-reviewed articles on nutritional epidemiology, and regulatory and nutritional economics, including sin taxes, such as those on soda, and nutrition and poverty.  Most recently, he has published an article using data from the Nurses' Health Study, one of the largest and most influential longitudinal epidemiological data sets, examining the association between compliance with U.S. Government nutrition advice since the 1970s and obesity in The Journal of Nutrition (see link below).  Most importantly, he was a elementary, middle, high and Hebrew school classmate of Dr. Philip Ovadia.  LINKS:Website: Evan Cohen Study: Compliance with U.S. Government Nutrition Advice and Concurrent Obesity Trends Using Nurses' Health Study Data, 1980–2011 - ScienceDirect Social Media Handles: Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-cohen-3196605/Twitter: @EvanKCohenSend us a text Chances are, you wouldn't be listening to this podcast if you didn't need to change your life and get healthier. So take action right now. Book a call with Dr. Ovadia's team. One small step in the right direction is all it takes to get started. How to connect with Stay Off My Operating Table:Twitter: Dr. Ovadia: @iFixHearts Jack Heald: @JackHeald5 Learn more: Learn more about Dr. Ovadia's personalized health coaching Get Dr. Ovadia's book Stay Off My Operating Table on Amazon. Take Dr. Ovadia's metabolic health quiz: iFixHearts visit Dr. Ovadia's website: Ovadia Heart Health visit Jack Heald's website: CultYourBrand.com Theme Song : Rage AgainstWritten & Performed by Logan Gritton & Colin Gailey(c) 2016 Mercury Retro RecordingsAny use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from Dr. Philip Ovadia.

A few weeks ago we got the news that Congress was considering directing the military to investigate the potential for adding creatine to MREs. This spurred a lot of discussion on creatine's effectiveness and dosing strategies, and to really get to the bottom of that we needed an expert. Our guest this week is so much of an expert that he is often referred to as "Dr. Creatine." Scott Forbes is an associate professor in the Department of Physical Education Studies at Brandon University in Manitoba, Canada, and an adjunct professor in the faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina in Canada. Dr. Forbes is a certified sports nutritionist through the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) and a clinical exercise physiologist and high-performance specialist through the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP). Dr. Forbes has published over 110 peer-reviewed manuscripts and five book chapters. His research examines various nutritional (e.g., creatine and protein) and exercise interventions to enhance muscle, bone, and brain function in multiple populations, including athletes and aging adults. Bachelors (Kinesiology): University of SaskatchewanMasters (Kinesiology): University of SaskatchewanPh.D. (Physical Education and Recreation): University of AlbertaPost-Doctoral Fellowship (Faculty of Medicine): University of CalgaryInternational Olympic Committee diploma in Sport Nutrition A large portion of the content for this episode was based on his publication "Common questions and misconceptions about creatine supplementation: what does the scientific evidence really show?"

Hello friends, and welcome back to Realfoodology! Today's episode is an absolute treat, and you'll definitely want to stick around for part two as we had so much to cover that we split our conversation with Dr. Nick Norwitz into two parts. Dr. Norwitz, a researcher and educator with a valedictorian background from Dartmouth, a PhD from Oxford, and an MD from Harvard, brings a wealth of knowledge on metabolic health and its intricacies. We explore his personal journey with IBD, breakdown studies on  artificial sweeteners, and his unique perspective on metabolism that challenges conventional wisdom. His passion and depth of understanding are truly captivating, and I'm excited for you to hear this fascinating discussion. Timestamps: 08:30 - Nicks Instagram  09:03 - Nicks background  13:11 - Clinical medicine school & nutrition & metabolism  18:49 - Reading studies & trusting your intuition  21:05 - Conflicts of interest & data points 23:59 - Food frequency questionnaires  26:20 - Discourse and online noise 30:11 - Genetics & diet  34:40 - Misrepresenting data  41:07 - Challenging your biases  48:08 - Artificial sweeteners, brain health, insulin resistance  55:05 - Aspartame study  59:27 - WHO & aspartame 01:02:32 - Carcinogens   01:04:25 - Consistency vs perfection  01:06:58 - Longevity  Sponsored By: Timeline Go to timelinenutrition.com/REALFOODOLOGY and use code REALFOODOLOGY for 10% off LMNT Get your free Sample Pack with any LMNT drink mix purchase at drinklmnt.com/realfoodology Organifi Go to www.organifi.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY for 20% Off Cured Nutrition Go to www.curednutrition.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY for 20% off  Needed Use code REALFOODOLOGY at thisisneeded.com for 20% off Paleovalley Save at 15% at paleovalley.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY Check Out Dr. Nick: Website Youtube Instagram Check Out Courtney: LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide! @realfoodology @realfoodologypodcast www.realfoodology.com My Immune Supplement by 2x4 Air Dr Air Purifier AquaTru Water Filter EWG Tap Water Database  Produced By: Drake Peterson

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Dating apps are having a rocky moment, with some of the biggest struggling to attract paying users. In this episode, we hear from researchers exploring how dating apps have changed modern dating and the expectations around it. And we find out why some dating app users aren't actually there looking for love, but keep on swiping anyway.Featuring Treena Orchard, associate professor at the School of Health Studies at Western University in Canada, and Carolina Bandinelliassociate professor in media and creative industries at the University of Warwick in the UK.This episode was written and produced by Mend Mariwany, with assistance from Katie Flood and sound design by Michelle Macklem. Our theme music is by Neeta Sarl. Gemma Ware is the executive producer. Full credits for this episode are available. Sign up here for a free daily newsletter from The Conversation.Further reading:Swipe right or left? How dating apps are impacting modern masculinityDating apps are accused of being ‘addictive'. What makes us keep swiping?The problems with dating apps and how they could be fixed – two relationship experts discussDating apps: Lack of regulation, oversight and competition affects quality, and millions stand to lose Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Sam updates you on a new study to add to the ongoing debate on wine and health, the largest transport of wine by sailboat to date, the legalisation of alcohol advertisement on TikTok, Ackley acquiring Charles Smith, and the start of harvest in Austria. Read the transcript of this article at https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/new-wine-and-health-study-alcohol-tiktok-ackleys-rapid-growth-early-harvest-austria.

You've heard Miles Hassell, MD discuss the transformative benefits of lifestyle medicine—how it can enhance your well-being through daily choices. But what exactly is lifestyle medicine, and why is it so effective?    Today Miles Hassell, MD explains the core benefits of lifestyle medicine, exploring its key principles, and helps listeners discover how these foundational practices can lead to meaningful and lasting health improvements.   Lifestyle medicine is an approach to health that emphasizes the importance of everyday lifestyle choices in preventing and managing chronic diseases. Rather than focusing solely on medications and treatments, lifestyle medicine encourages proactive, evidence-based changes that promote long-term wellness.    By integrating healthy habits into your daily routine, you can significantly improve your overall quality of life.   Important takeaways from today's episode: Discover how a balanced diet rich in whole foods, regular physical activity, maintaining a healthy weight, getting moderate sun exposure, using heat and cold therapy effectively, and incorporating faith or spirituality can collectively enhance your overall health and well-being. When adopting lifestyle changes, it's important to evaluate their impact. Start by setting clear health goals, such as improving mental health or preventing chronic diseases. Avoid chasing after fads and focus on evidence-based practices that have proven benefits. To ensure that lifestyle changes are grounded in solid research, consider three lines of evidence. Evaluate lifestyle practices by examining their historical effectiveness, reviewing findings from multiple high-quality studies, and considering the real-life outcomes of individuals who have adopted these changes   Lifestyle medicine provides a practical framework for enhancing health through everyday choices. By focusing on foundational practices like diet, activity, and emotional well-being, you can make informed decisions that lead to significant and lasting improvements in your health.   Join the cause! Support the podcast and be a champion of a future episode by donating here: https://greatmed.org/donate/   For more information and references head to www.greatmed.org  Resources for Today's Episode: Colditz GA, Hankinson SE. The Nurses' Health Study: lifestyle and health among women. Nat Rev Cancer. 2005 May;5(5):388-96. doi: 10.1038/nrc1608. PMID: 15864280. https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Graham-Colditz/publication/15477393_The_Nurses'_He[…]g%5B0%5D=started_experiment_milestone&origin=journalDetail

Have you ever been intrigued or perhaps confused by the sensational health claims you see on social media? Whether it's the latest superfood, a miracle supplement, or a new diet trend, understanding the truth behind these claims can be challenging. What should you believe? How much evidence is enough to change your habits? I'm excited to share with you the latest episode of the Fit + Vibrant You Podcast, where I explore the limitations of health studies and provide examples of how these sensational health claims are often not relevant in real life. In this episode, we delve into: The critical difference between correlation and causation in health research. How to discern between statistical significance and clinical significance – and why it matters to you. What to look for when learning about studies. The internet is FULL of comments from people who really don't understand science. The goal of THIS podcast is to help all of us become critical thinkers so we can understand what the science ACTUALLY tells us. Curious to know more? Tune in and empower yourself with the knowledge to navigate the complex world of nutrition and health studies. Your journey to informed health decisions starts here.  -Tanja x

The University of Hawaiʻi study will be the largest of its kind to investigate the health and social impacts of the Maui wildfires. Also, fiberglass is washing up on Nantucket's shores, and residents are concerned about the long-term environmental impact of this debris.Hawaiʻi Wildfire Survivors To Join Long-Term Health StudyNearly a year ago, Maui experienced a series of wildfires that caused major destruction and anguish for residents. More than 100 people died and thousands of structures were destroyed in what was the fifth deadliest wildland fire in U.S. history.Survivors of those fires are now taking part in the largest study of its kind to understand the health and social impacts of the Maui wildfires. The research team will sample the blood, DNA, and urine of participants over at least a decade to see if they develop conditions such as cancer. Researchers say this information will be essential as the island and its residents continue to recover.Casey Crownhart, climate reporter for the MIT Technology Review joins guest host Kathleen Davis to talk about this story and other top science news of the week, including California's Park Fire.Damaged Wind Turbine Blade Sinks Off Massachusetts CoastA large piece of fiberglass debris from the damaged Vineyard Wind turbine blade has sunk to the ocean floor, as the debris cleanup continues, according to press release from the town of Nantucket that's timestamped for 9:10 a.m.Town officials said that about half of the fiberglass shell of the blade remains attached and crews will continue to monitor it until a removal plan is developed. Most of the green and white foam fill dislodged during the initial failure last Saturday.They added that Vineyard wind is also developing a plan to test water quality around the island.“This complex undertaking involves engaging experts to determine the best path forward. To conduct the testing, specific information from GE's Safety Data Sheets is required, which is expected to be delivered to Vineyard Wind today,” according to the press release.To read the full story, visit our website. Transcripts for each segment will be available after the show airs on sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

In this episode of Don't Call Me Resilient, we continue our conversation about forced famine and its use as a powerful tool to control people, land and resources. Starvation has, for centuries, been a part of the colonizer's “playbook.”We speak with two scholars to explore two historic examples: the decimation of Indigenous populations in the Plains, North America, which historian David Stannard has called the American Holocaust and in India, the 1943 famine in Bengal. According to a recent BBC story, the Bengal famine of 1943 killed more than three million people. It was one of the worst losses of civilian life on the Allied side in the Second World War. (The United Kingdom lost 450,000 lives during that same war.)Although disease, environmental disasters and famine were features of life before colonialism, decades of research has shown how these occurrences were manipulated by colonial powers to prolong starvation and trigger chronic famine. In other words, starvation has been effectively used by colonial powers to control populations, acquire land and the wealth that comes with that. This colonization was accompanied by an “entitlement approach” and the belief that Indigenous populations are inferior to the lives of the colonizer.According to scholars, prior to the arrival of colonialists, both populations at the heart of today's episode were thriving with healthy and wealthy communities. And although disease and famine existed before the arrival of Europeans, it cannot be denied colonial powers accelerated and even capitalized on chronic famine and the loss of life due to disease and malnutrition.As the famous economist Amartya Sen has said, famine is a function of repression. It springs from the politics of food distribution rather than a lack of food. Imperial policies such as the Boat Denial Policy and Rice Denial Policy meant that, as curator Natasha Ginwala wrote: “freshly harvested grain was set on fire, or even dumped into the river.”Joining on this episode were two experts on the North American and Bengal famines.James Daschuk is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina. He is the author of Clearing the Plains: Disease, Politics of Starvation and the Loss of Aboriginal Life.We also spoke with Janam Mukherjee, an Associate Professor of History at Toronto Metropolitan University, and the author of Hungry Bengal: War, Famine and the End of Empire. Mukherjee was recently a primary historical advisor on the BBC Radio 4 series “Three Million,” a five-part documentary on the Bengal famine of 1943.For more information and resources about this, go here: SHOW NOTESA full transcript of this episode can be found here: TRANSCRIPT

Have you heard? Tampons are full of lead and arsenic!!! Or are they? In this episode we finish diving into the nuances of this headline-generating research study and what it may mean for everyday women. Text to get in touch!Support the Show.If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and share! To help us continue this important work, become a sustainer at www.empowherhealth.orgText to get in touch!Support the Show.If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and share! To help us continue this important work, become a sustainer at www.empowherhealth.org

Hey friend!   Welcome to “Are You There, Midlife? It's me, Monica.” Hi, I'm Monica and I'm super excited to bring to you the second episode of a brand NEW summer series of the podcast called, “Hormone Hot Topics.” Every other Thursday, now through the end of summer, I'm going to bring you the juicy scoop on the perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause stories making the news. In today's episode, I'll sound off on the following headlines:   Can a sleep divorce save your marriage? If you're one of half of all women aged 40–65 dealing with insomnia or problems sleeping, sleeping separately might be the key to finally getting a good night's rest.   Mid life eating disorders: The shocking–and dangerous–trend that's re-emerging in perimenopause    I get hot flashes; What's your superpower? Whoopi Goldberg's hilarious comic book puts a heroic spin on “The Change” and embraces the power of menopause    The results of Bonafide's 4th Annual Women's Health study are in: What do they reveal about how much we know–and don't know–about the menopausal transition (and how it could affect the 2024 presidential election)   I can't wait to give you my hot take on these Hot Hormone Topics and more! So grab a spoon as we stir the (iced) tea on today's episode.   — Next Steps: 26 | Sleepless in Summer: Why You Can't Sleep & 4 Natural Sleep Aids for Better ZZZ's in Menopause [SUMMER SERIES]: https://pod.fo/e/2530cf   22 | Weight Gain, Belly Fat, and What To Expect In Menopause: BONUS EPISODE https://pod.fo/e/24c740   Take My FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/HormoneSelfAssessment   Become A Podcast Insider: https://areyoutheremidlife.com/   Book a FREE Hormone Clarity Call: https://bit.ly/HCprecall Give Me Your Hot Take On Today's Episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/AreYouThereMidlife   Shop My Favorite Hormone Balancing Supplements And Save 5% or More On Every Order (Enter promo code EUQ1741): https://www.iherb.com/me/HormoneBalance   Email Me: monica@monicalanetopete.com   *Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.  

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When it comes to protein consumption in menopause, there are several things to consider. Even though there's no science or medical evidence to show higher (than you grew up with or are used to) protein intakes cause kidney (renal) issues, many people still believe it's true. What is true is or anyone who has an existing renal issue, diabetes for instance, high protein diets should be discussed with and then monitored with your physician. Let's back pedal to what is “high protein.” It's very personal in interpretation. The recommended range of protein is 10-35A% of total calories. That's a large range. So, if you eat 2500 calories a day and consumed only 10% protein that would be 250 calories from protein. Protein contains 4 kcal per gram so that's 62 grams of protein. If you ate 35% of your diet from protein, you'd consume 875 kcals from protein. That would be 218 grams of protein. Anywhere between 62 and 218 grams of protein is within recommended daily amounts. That's nuts! RDAs are actually the “minimum to prevent deficiency.” Consider the meaning of that. Protein Consumption in Menopause The current recommended dietary allowance (RDA) to prevent deficiency in minimally active adults is 0.8 grams (g) of protein per kilogram (kg) of body weight. However, newer research suggests individuals trying to build muscle need more than this. It also makes sense that women over 50 with greater anabolic resistance trying to build muscle mass and lose fat will want to pay special attention to their need for protein. Consuming less protein than the body needs has been linked to decreased muscle mass. In contrast, increased protein intakes above the RDA may help increase strength and lean body mass when paired with resistance exercise. In order to build muscle, a person must consume more protein than what is broken down. This is often referred to as a net positive nitrogen balance, as protein is high in nitrogen. That is muscle protein synthesis must be greater than muscle protein breakdown for nitrogen balance to be achieved. According to the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, most healthy adults over 19 years old should get between 10-35% of their daily calories from protein. One gram of protein provides 4 calories. This means that a person who eats 2,000 calories per day would need to consume between 50 and 175 grams of protein per day. Doctors generally agree that healthy adults can safely tolerate a long-term protein intake of up to 2 g per kg of body weight per day without any side effects. However, some groups of people, such as healthy, well-trained athletes, may tolerate up to 3.5 g per kg of body weight. A 130 lb individual = 60 kg 2g per kg = 120g protein 3.5g/kg = 210g protein Varied Protein Consumption Recommendations Exist The World Health Organization in their official report on protein stated that "the most widely quoted potential problems of a high-protein diet relate to renal function and damage, but as discussed [above] the evidence for such claims in otherwise healthy individuals does not stand up to scrutiny." From Stanford Lifestyle Medicine Longevity: For adults aged 50+, we recommend consuming 1.2 – 1.6 grams of protein/kg of body weight per day (0.54 – 0.72 grams/pound body weight per day). For a 165-pound adult, this translates to roughly 90 – 120 grams of protein per day To build muscle past the age of 50, we need to eat enough protein AND do weight training and consume 30 – 35 grams of protein within two hours of the workout. Due to anabolic resistance, which increases as we age, it's recommended to increase protein intake per meal to roughly 30 – 35 grams. For those over 65, another study recommended 1.2 – 2.0 grams / kg of body weight per day. Data from the Health, Aging and Body Composition study support these findings, showing that intake of animal protein (with greater content of EAA), but not plant protein, was significantly associated with the preservation of lean body mass over three years in older adults. In dieting older adults (eating significantly below adequate caloric intake need) the loss of muscle percent was much greater in studies than in those adults consuming twice the recommended daily amount. Subjects with the highest protein intake had 40% less muscle loss than those with lowest protein intake. Muscle Mass, Body Composition and Protein Consumption in Menopause When the energy content of the protein source is accounted for, the caloric intake needed to meet the EAA requirements from plant sources of protein is considerably higher than the caloric intake from animal sources of protein. This is important to consider since obesity, especially with aging, is a major public health concern. Obesity is the most predominant factor limiting mobility in the elderly For anabolic response maximal anabolic response is ~35 g/meal For older adults it is 2x that of younger adults The amount of total intake (with at least 35 g per meal) but not the pattern of intake matters most. So, you could do a large protein intake at breakfast and dinner and moderate at lunch during the day. Or you could do a simple shake pre-workout followed by a high protein meal post workout and 2 additional meals For synthesis: 35g + at meals Weight training (with adequate rest between sessions) Movement/physical activity Sleep Optimal stress levels After just 5 days of bedrest older adults have reduced sensitivity to EAAs and greater muscle breakdown compared to young adults. Any illness or injury resulting in decreased muscle function, to be followed by decreased lean muscle mass and strength. There is a significant reduced effect of EAA synthesis with age. To maximize muscle protein accretion with resistance exercise, daily protein intakes should be approximately .7-1g per lb body weight and 35g or more per meal. To promote lean body mass retention during weight loss, protein intakes of ~2.3–3.1 g/kg/day have been advocated. The human body is capable of digesting large quantities of dietary protein. Protein Consumption in Menopause and Anabolic Resistance (H2) Reductions in LBM are primarily driven by reductions in postabsorptive rates of MPS and a reduced sensitivity to the presence of a protein bolus. To effectively prevent these declines in MPS during both postabsorptive and postprandial periods, daily protein intake have been recommended to be increased to ~2.3–3.1 g/kg/day, and leaner athletes may wish to aim for intakes at the higher end of this range. 130 lb = 60 kg 2.3 g/kg = 138 g/day 3.1 g/kg = 186 g/day Anabolic resistance in postmenopausal women There is no sex difference in basal or fed muscle protein metabolism in the young, but postmenopausal women have a greater anabolic resistance than older men. Anabolic resistance is also shown by the decreased phosphorylation in the PKB-mTOR-eIF4BP1 pathway in response to increased EAA. Peri and post-menopausal women are increasingly resistant to muscle protein anabolism due to a lack of response to exercise and amino acid uptake (due to the change in the ratio of estrogen:progesterone and sensitivity of receptor sites). Research also shows that with age, we also need more protein for the same training adaptations. Current recommended dietary allowance for protein (0.8 g/kg/day) might be inadequate for maintaining muscle health in older adults, probably as a consequence of “anabolic resistance” in aged muscle. In a report using data from 1,081 adults aged 55–85 years old, more frequent consumption of meals containing 30–45 g protein resulted in the greatest association with leg lean mass and strength. Total body strength, but particularly lower body strength is closely correlated with longevity or mortality rate. Consumption of higher protein diets does not have detrimental effects on health, including kidney function, bone health, or liver function and blood lipids according to multiple sources of research. Summary of Protein Consumption in Menopause  (H2) Women in the menopause transition should target the higher end of that range (2.2 to 2.4 grams per kilogram), aiming for the lower end on easier days and the higher end on very heavy training days. Research also indicates that when undergoing a calorie deficit, higher levels of protein intake help you keep your lean mass and lose body fat. That is, set your protein intake, and then if dieting or attempting to lose weight, create a reasonable deficit in calories but with increased protein beyond normal intake. As you reach peri and postmenopause, your anabolic resistance increases, so you want to aim to have that post-exercise protein closer to 40 grams. A protein intake of 1.0–1.2 g/kg/day has been recommended for the preservation of healthy aging muscles, while 1.2–1.5 g/kg/day of protein may be necessary in older patients with acute or chronic diseases. Elderly people with severe illness or malnutrition may need as much as 2.0 g/kg/day of protein. Very active and athletes have always been advised to consume additional protein. For midlife and older women, there's even more reason to adhere to this advice. To overcome anabolic resistance, active and menopausal women's Daily protein intake should fall within the mid- to upper ranges of current sport nutrition guidelines (1.4-2.2 g·kg-1·day-1). If you are an active woman, exercising intentionally 4 or more times a week these numbers apply to you. Using 2.2 g/kg/day is the equivalent of 1 g protein to a lb of body weight. (J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2023 Dec) Athletes [and let's include, the very active] aiming to reduce fat mass and preserve FFM should consume protein intakes in the range of ∼1.8 - 2.7 g kg(-1) d(-1) (or ∼2.3-3.1 g kg(-1) FFM) in combination with a moderate energy deficit (-500 kcal) and the performance of some form of resistance exercise. (Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab. 2018) Add Your Questions Relative to Protein Consumption in Menopause (h2) The best place to ask a question is the Facebook group. References: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4924200/ Rennie MJ. Anabolic resistance: the effects of aging, sexual dimorphism, and immobilization on human muscle protein turnover. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab. 2009 Jun;34(3):377-81. doi: 10.1139/H09-012. PMID: 19448702. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18175749/ Andres V Ardisson Korat, M Kyla Shea, Paul F Jacques, Paola Sebastiani, Molin Wang, A Heather Eliassen, Walter C Willett, Qi Sun, Dietary protein intake in midlife in relation to healthy aging – results from the prospective Nurses' Health Study cohort, The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Volume 119, Issue 2, 2024, Pages 271-282, ISSN 0002-9165, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajcnut.2023.11.010. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4882708/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5852756/ https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/ijsnem/28/2/article-p170.xml https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4882708/ J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2023 Dec (Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab. 2018 Other Episodes You Might Like: Muscle Protein Synthesis in Menopause: How to Plan Pre and Post Workout: https://www.flippingfifty.com/muscle-protein-synthesis-in-menopause/ 10 Comprehensive Ways Resistance Training Revolutionizes Menopause Health https://www.flippingfifty.com/resistance-training-revolutionizes-menopause-health/ Effective Fat Loss for Women After 50: Strategies That Work https://www.flippingfifty.com/effective-fat-loss-for-women/ Resources: Facebook Insiders: https://www.facebook.com/groups/flipping50tv MEMBERSHIP: https://www.flippingfifty.com/cafe

Episode Notes In 2010, Dr. Mary Louise Adams wrote one of the best books about figure skating that I've encountered, called "Artistic Impressions: Figure Skating, Masculinity and the Limits of Sport". I highly recommend the whole thing, and was grateful for the opportunity to discuss one of my favorite topics - queerness in skating! - with her! Mary Louise Adams is a Professor in the School of Kinesiology and Health Studies and the Department of Sociology at Queen's University in Ontario, Canada, where she teaches courses on sport and culture, the sociology of fitness and the body, and contemporary issues in sexuality. Dr. Mary Louise Adams' research investigates everyday movement and recreation cultures as sites where relations of domination are both produced and resisted. Drawing on literatures and theories from feminist studies, cultural studies, and sport studies, and using a range of qualitative, interpretive, and historical methods, she explores embodiment, the meanings of movement, and the relationship between active bodies and their historical and cultural contexts. Her current projects are concerned with: the political, environmental and cultural history of a municipal park; expressions of feminist and utopian ideals in recreational sports; and sexual harassment in sport coaching. Artistic Impressions on Google Books https://books.google.com/books/about/Artistic_Impressions.html?id=qvWcmTbdgCwC More about Mary Louise's research https://skhs.queensu.ca/people/faculty/mary-louise-adams-phd/ Research on Adult Hockey and Figure Skating: https://hockeyinsociety.com/2021/06/14/growing-the-game-report-on-adult-hockey-and-figure-skating-programs-in-canada/ You can reach me with comments or suggestions for topics and people I should talk to, by email at fsfuturepodcast@gmail.com or on Instagram and Twitter @futurefspodcast If you appreciate the podcast, you can also support my work with the Tip Jar at https://futureoffigureskating.pinecast.co Support The Future of Figure Skating by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/futureoffigureskating Find out more at https://futureoffigureskating.pinecast.co

Episode #318. 50,000 women. 30 years of follow-up. The results of a new study are in: learn the truth about how your protein intake will affect your long-term health. What kind of protein should you consume? How much? And what difference will it really make on longevity? Today, I'm unpacking the results from the new study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, “Dietary protein intake in midlife in relation to healthy aging - results from prospective Nurses' Health Study cohort”. This new study from researchers at Harvard University and Tufts University has been regularly misinterpreted online, and in this episode, I'll set the facts straight. Learn the three most important protein takeaways from this study, hear my take on Layne Norton's interpretation, and crack the code to using protein as a tool for healthy aging. Specifically, I cover: Introduction to Protein and Longevity (00:00) Study Overview and Methodology (01:24) Key Findings on Protein Sources (05:33) Lane Norton's Review and Critique (06:38) Analysis of Different Protein Types (10:02) Practical Recommendations for Protein Intake (17:13) Conclusion and Final Thoughts (21:34) If you're interested in the Danish Dietary Guidelines, you can find them in English here. This episode is brought to you by: BON CHARGE Enhance skin health, increase collagen production, and reverse sun damage with BON CHARGE, my choice of low-level light therapy. Holistic, evidence-based, premium products for healthier skin. Get started at boncharge.com and use code THEPROOF for a 15% discount. Momentous My go-to supplement brand for protein and creatine is Momentous. Get 36% off subscriptions, and 20% off one-off purchases, by using the code LIVINGPROOF at checkout at livemomentous.com. Eimele Eimele Essential 8 is a comprehensive multivitamin that is scientifically formulated to complement your plant-rich diet, increase and sustain your energy, and support the immune system, as well as heart and brain health. Head to Eimele.com and use code SIMON at checkout for 10% off your first order. 38TERA Consider 38TERA's DMN-01 prebiotic supplement a daily multivitamin for your gut. Formulated by yours truly and gastroenterologist Dr Will Bulsiewicz. Use code THEPROOF for a discount at checkout. WHOOP Whoop, the most advanced fitness and health wearable available. Your personalised fitness and health coach to recover faster, sleep better, and train smarter. Claim your first month free on join.whoop.com/simon. Want to support the show? The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. To check them out, and enjoy great savings, visit theproof.com/friends. You can also show your support by leaving a review on the Apple Podcast app and/or sharing your favourite episodes with your friends and family. Simon Hill, MSc, BSc (Hons) Creator of theproof.com and host of The Proof with Simon Hill Author of The Proof is in the Plants Watch the episodes on YouTube or listen on Apple/Spotify Connect with me on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook Nourish your gut with my Plant-Based Ferments Guide Download my complimentary Two-Week Meal Plan and high protein Plant Performance recipe book

Today, I am delighted to reconnect with two previous guests, Dr. Darren Candow. Dr. Candow is a distinguished professor and an internationally renowned researcher on creatine monohydrate, nutrition, and physical activity who joined me before on Episode 301, where we spoke about creatine.  We are doing an AMA session today, delving into various themes surrounding creatine, from debunking outdated RDA recommendations to exploring the synergies between strength training and creatine efficacy. We look into the cognitive benefits of creatine, exploring how it interacts with caffeine and its implications for bone health, hydration, anabolic resistance, and metabolic health.  I trust you will find today's AMA session as enlightening and enriching as I did while recording it. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: The safety and efficacy of creatine as a supplement How creatine increases muscle mass and reduces protein catabolism The benefits of combining creatine with protein  Is it better to take creatine before or after a workout? How creatine supplementation may improve brain performance and mental clarity Why exercise is essential for those who want to experience the benefits of creatine for maintaining their bone health The benefits of resistance-band workouts for post-menopausal women Are there any age-related limits for creatine supplementation? Bio: Dr. Darren Candow Dr. Darren Candow, PhD, CSEP-CEP, is Professor and Director of the Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina, Canada. The overall objectives of Dr. Candow's research program are to develop effective lifestyle interventions involving nutrition (primarily creatine monohydrate) and physical activity (resistance training), which have practical and clinical relevance for improving musculoskeletal aging and reducing the risk of falls and fractures. Dr. Candow has published over 120 peer-refereed journal manuscripts, supervised over 20 MSc and PhD students, and received research funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Canada Foundation for Innovation, the Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation, the National Institute of Health, and the Nutricia Research Foundation. In addition, Dr. Candow serves on the editorial review boards for the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, Nutrients, and Frontiers. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Connect with Dr. Darren Candow On Instagram and Twitter (now X) Previous Episode Mentioned: Ep. 301 Creatine: The Best Supplement for Better Bones & Brain Health with Darren Candow, PhD, CSEP-CEP

Paris Marx is joined by Nora Kenworthy to discuss how people rely on GoFundMe to access healthcare and the further inequities that adds to an already deeply unequal healthcare system.  Nora Kenworthy is the author of Crowded Out: The True Costs of Crowdfunding Healthcare and an Associate Professor in the School of Nursing and Health Studies at the University of Washington Bothell.Tech Won't Save Us offers a critical perspective on tech, its worldview, and wider society with the goal of inspiring people to demand better tech and a better world. Support the show on Patreon.The podcast is made in partnership with The Nation. Production is by Eric Wickham. Transcripts are by Brigitte Pawliw-Fry.Also mentioned in this episode:Nora is doing an online event with the Debt Collective on June 13.GoFundMe bought many of its competitors through the 2010s.In 2020, GoFundMe posted in a campaign it set up in response to Covid: “We're in a growth industry: pain.”Support the Show.

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HEALTH NEWS   ·         Personalized nutrition more effective than general diet advice, study finds ·         Vitamin K1 may improve insulin sensitivity and blood sugar levels for pre-diabetics   ·         Frequent salting of food increases the risk of stomach cancer ·         A 30-year US study links ultra-processed food to higher risk of early death ·         Mechanism outlined by which inadequate vitamin E can cause brain damage ·         About 90% of US adults are on the way to heart disease, study suggests       Personalized nutrition more effective than general diet advice, study finds King's College London, May 8, 2024 (Medical Xpress) Personalized nutrition approaches can improve several key health metrics, including lower weight, lower cholesterol, better mood, improved gut health, lower heart disease risk, and better metabolic health. Improvements for those following personalized guidance were also greater in some areas than for those following current, generalized government advice. In this study, researchers wanted to see if a personalized diet plan, tailored to an individual's biology, lifestyle, and health history, would have a greater impact than generic nutrition advice such as avoiding red meat. 347 Americans took part in the study, with researchers comparing the effects of following an 18-week personalized program to generic US government-issued nutrition advice. While both groups improved their health overall, participants on the personalized diet plan lost more weight than the control group and lowered their triglyceride levels more—decreasing their risk of heart disease. Participants following the personalized diet plan were also twice as likely to report improved mood, twice as likely to feel less hungry, and more than four times more likely to report better sleep quality and energy levels compared with the control group.   Vitamin K1 may improve insulin sensitivity and blood sugar levels for pre-diabetics Ahvaz Jundishapur University (Iran), May 6, 2024 (Nutraingredients) Supplements containing vitamin K1 (phylloquinone) may improve glycemic status and insulin sensitivity for premenopausal and pre-diabetic women, says a new study. “To the best of our knowledge, the present study is the first one that investigated the effects of vitamin K1 supplementation on the glycemic status and insulin sensitivity via different forms of [osteocalcin] in pre-diabetic women,” wrote the researchers in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition . Osteocalcin (cOC) is a vitamin K-dependent protein. Without adequate vitamin K, the osteocalcin remains inactive (uncarboxylated osteocalcin, ucOC), and thus not effective. The new study used phylloquinone at a daily dose of 1,000 micrograms for four weeks. Eighty-two pre-diabetic and pre-menopausal women participated in the study and were randomly assigned to either the vitamin K1 group or placebo. Results showed that cOC levels increased as a result of K1 supplementation, while ucOC levels decreased, compared with placebo. In addition, results of the two hour post-oral glucose tolerance test showed improvements in both glucose and insulin levels in the K1 group, compared with placebo. Data from the insulin sensitivity index (ISI) showed increases in the K1 group, they added.    Frequent salting of food increases the risk of stomach cancer Medical University of Vienna (Austria), May 8, 2024 (Eurekalert) In Asian countries, where high-salt foods are popular, the link between high salt consumption and stomach cancer has already been proven. A long-term study by MedUni Vienna has now shown for the first time that this risk is also reflected in the cancer statistics in Europe. As the analysis recently published in the specialist journal Gastric Cancer shows, people who frequently add salt to their food are around 40 per cent more likely to develop stomach cancer than those who do not use the salt shaker at the table. Data from more than 470,000 adults from the large-scale British cohort study "UK-Biobank" was analysed. This revealed that people who said they always or frequently added salt to their food were 39 per cent more likely to develop stomach cancer over an observation period of around 11 years than those who never or rarely added an extra pinch of salt to their food.  In the list of the most common types of cancer worldwide, stomach cancer is in fifth place. The risk of this tumour disease increases with age, but the latest statistics paint a worrying picture of an increase in adults under the age of 50.  "Our research shows the connection between the frequency of added salt and stomach cancer in Western countries too," emphasises first author Selma Kronsteiner-Gicevic. "With our study, we want to raise awareness of the negative effects of extremely high salt consumption and provide a basis for measures to prevent stomach cancer," summarises study leader Tilman Kühn.   A 30-year US study links ultra-processed food to higher risk of early death Harvard University, May 8, 2024 (Medical Xpress) Higher consumption of most ultra-processed foods is linked to a slightly higher risk of death, with ready-to-eat meat, poultry, and seafood based products, sugary drinks, dairy based desserts, and highly processed breakfast foods showing the strongest associations, finds a 30-year US study in The BMJ today. Mounting evidence links ultra-processed foods to higher risks of obesity, heart disease, diabetes and bowel cancer, but few long term studies have examined links to all cause and cause specific deaths, especially due to cancer. To address this knowledge gap, researchers tracked the long-term health of 74,563 female registered nurses from 11 US states in the Nurses' Health Study and 39,501 male health professionals from all 50 US states in the Health Professionals Follow-up Study with no history of cancer, cardiovascular diseases, or diabetes at study enrollment. Compared with participants in the lowest quarter of ultra-processed food intake (average 3 servings per day), those in the highest quarter (average 7 servings per day) had a 4% higher risk of total deaths and a 9% higher risk of other deaths, including an 8% higher risk of neurodegenerative deaths. The association between ultra-processed food intake and death varied across specific food groups, with meat, poultry, and seafood-based ready-to-eat products showing the strongest and most consistent associations, followed by sugar-sweetened and artificially-sweetened beverages, dairy-based desserts, and ultra-processed breakfast food.   Mechanism outlined by which inadequate vitamin E can cause brain damage Oregon State University, May 3, 2024 (Daily Science)   Researchers at Oregon State University have discovered how vitamin E deficiency may cause neurological damage by interrupting a supply line of specific nutrients and robbing the brain of the "building blocks" it needs to maintain neuronal health. The research showed that zebrafish fed a diet deficient in vitamin E throughout their life had about 30 percent lower levels of DHA-PC, which is a part of the cellular membrane in every brain cell, or neuron. Other recent studies have also concluded that low levels of DHA-PC in the blood plasma of humans is a biomarker than can predict a higher risk of Alzheimer's disease. Just as important, the new research studied the level of compounds called "lyso PLs," which are nutrients needed for getting DHA into the brain, and serve as building blocks that aid in membrane repair. It showed the lyso PLs are an average of 60 percent lower in fish with a vitamin E deficient diet. The year-old zebrafish used in this study, and the deficient levels of vitamin E they were given, are equivalent to humans eating a low vitamin E diet for a lifetime. In the United States, 96 percent of adult women and 90 percent of men do not receive adequate levels of vitamin E in their diet. "This research showed that vitamin E is needed to prevent a dramatic loss of a critically important molecule in the brain, and helps explain why vitamin E is needed for brain health," said Maret Traber, at OSU and lead author on this research.   About 90% of US adults are on the way to heart disease, study suggests Brigham and Women's Hospital & Harvard Medical School, May 8, 2024 (Medical Xpress) Nine of 10 American adults are in the early, middle or late stages of a syndrome that leads to heart disease, a new report finds, and almost 10% have the disease already. "Poor cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic health is widespread among the U.S. population," concludes a team led by Dr. Muthiah Vaduganathan of Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston. Researchers looked specifically at rates of what the American Heart Association has dubbed cardiovascular, kidney and metabolic (CKM) syndrome Among adults age 20 or older, only 10.6% did not have some level of CKM syndrome. About 26% fell into the early stage 1 category, meaning they were gaining dangerous levels of body fat. Nearly half (49%) of adults fell into stage 2 CVM syndrome, and 5.4% were stage 3. According to the study, 9.2% of adults were in stage 4, with full-blown heart disease and, in some cases, failed kidneys. The bottom line: "Almost 90% of US adults met criteria for CKM syndrome (stage 1 or higher) and 15% met criteria for advanced stages, neither of which improved between 2011 and 2020," according to the Boston researchers.

Are you or someone you know battling with autoimmune diseases like Multiple Sclerosis (MS)? Curious about the transformative potential of nutrition and lifestyle changes in reclaiming your health? Join me on an inspiring journey as we explore the groundbreaking work of Dr. Terry Wahls and her revolutionary approach to healing through diet.   Dr. Terry Wahls is a beacon of hope for those grappling with autoimmune conditions. She shares her awe-inspiring personal story, from the depths of wheelchair-bound despair to the pinnacle of wellness achieved through dietary interventions and functional medicine.   Get ready to delve into the nitty-gritty of Dr. Wahls' groundbreaking research, where she compares the effects of various dietary protocols on MS patients, from modified Paleolithic diets to ketogenic regimes enriched with olive oil. Learn about her upcoming study, poised to shed light on the profound impact of diet on quality of life for those battling MS.   Throughout our conversation, we'll not only uncover the science behind Dr. Wahls' approach but also gain insight into her personal lifestyle choices and her unwavering optimism for the future of health and wellness.   So, if you're ready to embark on a journey of transformation through nutrition, join us as we unlock the secrets to vibrant health and vitality.   In This Episode: Diving Deep with Dr. Terry Wahls: Overcoming MS with Diet and Lifestyle   The Groundbreaking Study on Diet and MS by Dr. Wahls   Dr. Wahls' Personal Journey: From Wheelchair to Wellness   Exploring the Impact of Diet on Multiple Sclerosis   The Power of Hormetic Stress and Muscle Building   Exploring the Impact of Lifestyle on Health Studies   Diving Into a New Study on Diet and Multiple Sclerosis   The Power of Olive Oil in a Ketogenic Diet   Dr. Terry's Personal Health Journey and Lifestyle   Harnessing the Power of Fasting and Aging Gracefully   Looking Ahead: Dr. Terry's Future Plans and Research   Final Thoughts and Resources Are you struggling with low energy, brain fog, or unexplained belly fat? The problem could be your liver. Your liver is the foundation for good health, performing over 500 functions, from breaking down toxins and nutrients to keeping your cholesterol in check.       Your liver can wear down over time though, but thanks to Liver Health Formula you need never worry about energy crashes, belly fat, and concentration concerns again! Liver Health Formula contains 11 powerful herbs (such as milk thistle) that rejuvenate and recharge your liver.       Liver Health Formula also protects against fatty liver, a silent epidemic affecting 100 million Americans.       When you try Liver Health Formula, you'll also receive a free bottle of Nano Powered Omega 3 to keep your heart and brain healthy today. What a great deal! Go to getliverhelp.com/jockers to receive your Liver Health Formula and get a free bottle of Nano Powered Omega 3 today!     Looking for a nutritious snack to fuel your day? Look no further than Paleo Valley's grass-fed meat sticks! Packed with protein and healthy fats, these snacks are perfect for stabilizing your blood sugar and satisfying cravings. With no sugar additives or preservatives, you can enjoy guilt-free snacking anytime, anywhere.   Whether you prefer pasture-raised turkey or grass-fed beef, Paleo Valley has you covered with delicious options like original summer sausage, garlic summer sausage, teriyaki, and jalapeno. Plus, their meat sticks boast the ideal omega 6 to 3 ratio for keeping inflammation in check, along with powerful animal-based nutrients to support immune function, energy, and skin health.   Don't just take our word for it – try them out for yourself! Visit paleovalley.com/jockers today and save 15% on meat sticks and other Paleo Valley products.   “Olive oil is one of the most polyphenol-rich things you could put in your body." - Dr. Jockers   Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean  TuneIn Radio   Resources: Getliverhelp.com/jockers - Receive a free bottle of Nano Powered Omega 3 when you buy Liver Health Formula! Paleovalley's Meatsticks - visit paleovalley.com/jockers      Connect with Dr. Wahls: Website - https://terrywahls.com/ MS Study - https://terrywahls.com/msstudy/ Book: https://amzn.to/49MYmtr     Connect with Dr. Jockers: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers Website – https://drjockers.com/ If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/  

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View the Show Notes For This EpisodeGet Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. HymanSign Up for Dr. Hyman's Weekly Longevity JournalAn estimated 85% of women experience symptoms of menopause that vary from hot flashes to weight gain, brain fog, low mood, sex drive, chronic fatigue, and more. Recognizing menopause as a gradual, uniquely personal transition rather than an abrupt change is crucial. This insight can help empower women to take proactive, supportive measures early on, ensuring a smoother journey through this natural phase of life.Today, Dr. Cindy Geyer from the UltraWellness Center joins me as we unravel the Functional Medicine perspective and approach to menopause. Our conversation highlights the crucial role of lab testing in uncovering the root causes of symptoms, paving the way for tailored nutrition and lifestyle interventions. Moreover, we critically examine the limitations of traditional medical approaches and discuss the nuances of hormone replacement therapy, the different forms, and who may benefit the most from this treatment.Dr. Cindy Geyer received her Bachelor of Science and her Doctor of Medicine degrees, with honors, from the Ohio State University. She completed residency in internal medicine at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, N.Y. and is triple board certified in internal medicine, integrative medicine, and lifestyle medicine. She joined The Ultrawellness Center in 2021 after practicing and serving as the medical director at Canyon Ranch for 23 years.This episode is brought to you by AG1 and FOND.Get your daily serving of vitamins, minerals, adaptogens, and more with AG1. Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hyman and get a year's worth of D3 and 5 Travel Packs for FREE with your first order.Get FOND's amazing bone broth today. Just go to fondbonebroth.com/drhyman and use code HYMAN20 to get 20% off your purchase.In this episode we discuss: How the Nurse's Health Study caused backlash about hormone replacement therapy (3:35) The issues with how menopause is treated in our society today (6:35) Symptoms of menopause and their root causes (8:20) The conventional medicine approach to menopause (17:57) The functional medicine approach to menopause (19:38) Lab testing (24:00) The importance of the Estrobolome and gut microbiome testing (27:11) The role of insulin, sleep, and stress (31:49) Dr Cindy Geyer's patient case study (34:21) Bioidentical hormones explained (41:52) The nuances of hormone replacement therapy (47:21) Addressing low libido (51:00) Learn more about The UltraWellness Center Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

View the Show Notes For This Episode Get Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman Sign Up for Dr. Hyman's Weekly Longevity Journal An estimated 85% of women experience symptoms of menopause that vary from hot flashes to weight gain, brain fog, low mood, sex drive, chronic fatigue, and more. Recognizing menopause as a gradual, uniquely personal transition rather than an abrupt change is crucial. This insight can help empower women to take proactive, supportive measures early on, ensuring a smoother journey through this natural phase of life. Today, Dr. Cindy Geyer from the UltraWellness Center joins me as we unravel the Functional Medicine perspective and approach to menopause. Our conversation highlights the crucial role of lab testing in uncovering the root causes of symptoms, paving the way for tailored nutrition and lifestyle interventions. Moreover, we critically examine the limitations of traditional medical approaches and discuss the nuances of hormone replacement therapy, the different forms, and who may benefit the most from this treatment. Dr. Cindy Geyer received her Bachelor of Science and her Doctor of Medicine degrees, with honors, from the Ohio State University. She completed residency in internal medicine at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, N.Y. and is triple board certified in internal medicine, integrative medicine, and lifestyle medicine. She joined The Ultrawellness Center in 2021 after practicing and serving as the medical director at Canyon Ranch for 23 years. This episode is brought to you by AG1 and FOND. Get your daily serving of vitamins, minerals, adaptogens, and more with AG1. Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hyman and get a year's worth of D3 and 5 Travel Packs for FREE with your first order. Get FOND's amazing bone broth today. Just go to fondbonebroth.com/drhyman and use code HYMAN20 to get 20% off your purchase. In this episode we discuss: How the Nurse's Health Study caused backlash about hormone replacement therapy (3:35)  The issues with how menopause is treated in our society today (6:35)  Symptoms of menopause and their root causes (8:20)  The conventional medicine approach to menopause (17:57)  The functional medicine approach to menopause (19:38)  Lab testing (24:00)  The importance of the Estrobolome and gut microbiome testing (27:11)  The role of insulin, sleep, and stress (31:49)  Dr Cindy Geyer's patient case study (34:21)  Bioidentical hormones explained (41:52)  The nuances of hormone replacement therapy (47:21)  Addressing low libido (51:00)  Learn more about The UltraWellness Center

We put on some see-through pants for this great episode! The main training topic was on double workouts, involving two moderate sessions in a single day. Norwegian athletes are notorious for their double threshold days, and over the last few years, we have been using an adapted approach with the treadmill or cross-training that can be implemented for trail runners, non-pros, and aging athletes. There's no "secret"... but this might be the closest thing to a training secret that we have. Don't tell anyone we told you. We also talked about an incredible new study on the effect of exercise for depression. This area of science is full of confounding variables, but there are some important lessons for understanding population mental health. Now, there's a science-backed reason to dance like no one is watching. The work is the twerk? And we had a smorgasbord of awesome topics! Other topics: unique approaches to injury healing, Megan's overall win at her backyard half marathon, comparing to ghost versions of yourself, thoughts from the Big Alta finish line, running as a power sport, a new policy on eating disorders from the world of climbing, a follow-up on iron levels and mental health, MLB's pants problem, a shoe durability study, advice for starting a podcast, S2 testing in the NFL, and hot takes. Stay tuned until the end for a listener corner message that will have you so excited about the aging process. The official SWAP policy is that we will all age like some delicious blue cheese! For a weekly bonus episode (and weekly science post, plus merch), make sure you're subscribed to our Patreon. We love you all! HUZZAH! Support the podcast: patreon.com/swap Try Athletic Greens: drinkAG1.com/swap Buy Janji's amazing gear: https://janji.com/ (code "SWAP") Precision Hydration discount site: https://visit.pfandh.com/someworkallplay

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found Click On Picture To See Larger Picture The [CB]/[WEF] have been pushing their agenda to weekend the population, they created the illusion that meat is bad for you, its the opposite. Layoffs are accelerating and the banks are now preparing for bank runs. We are experiencing the 2008-2009 crash but times 100. The [DS] knows they cannot be Trump, the people are behind him and they cannot convince the population to see it any other way. They will try to cheat in the election but when this fails they will cancel election. Klaus Schwab said the quiet part out loud. The people are a massive threat to their plan and the only way to move forward with their plan is bring the world to war and stop the election. The public is awake and sees and hears all. Together the people win.   (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Economy Warning vegans! Animal proteins are crucial for healthy aging, major study of 50,000 women shows Research shows that vegan diets can be harmful for overall health   Plant-based eating has been put on a pedestal for years with claims that it's more nutritious and wards off diseases better than eating meat. However, researchers from Tufts University found that consuming small amounts of either meat or dairy could bolster healthy aging in women. In a study of more than 48,000 women collected over three decades, women who ate mostly plant protein sources like vegetables and beans while still consuming small amount of animal protein were 46 percent more likely to be healthier as they aged. The team found diminished reports of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and cognitive decline. The study is one of many in recent years that have suggested that animal protein, even in a mostly plant-based diet, is crucial for warding off chronic disease.   Researchers found that eating small amounts of animal protein in a mostly plant-based diet can ward off diseases like cancer and heart disease Dr Andres Ardisson Korat, lead study author and a food scientist at Tufts University, said: 'Consuming protein in midlife was linked to promoting food health in older adulthood.' 'We also found that the source of protein matters. Getting the majority of your protein from plant sources at midlife, plus a small amount of animal protien, seems to be conducive to good health and good survival at older ages.'   The data was collected from Harvard University's Nurse's Health Study, which followed female healthcare workers from 1984 to 2016.  Source: dailymail.co.uk Ford Slashes Electric Truck Production, Because Nobody Wants Them  Since I'm pretty sure that I'm not the only rural truck-drivin' sort that feels that way, it wasn't a big surprise to see Ford slashing production of their all-electric F-150 Lightning, as their sales, well, suck. Ford is cutting production of the F-150 Lightning electric pickup after weaker-than-expected electric vehicle sales growth. While EV sales are growing in the U.S., the pace is falling well short of the industry's ambitious timetable and many consumers are turning to hybrid vehicles instead. Ford said that about 1,400 workers will be impacted by the move to lower F-150 Lightning production, with the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center transitioning to one shift, effective April 1. Approximately 700 employees will transfer to Ford's Michigan assembly plant while other workers will be placed in roles at the Rouge Complex or other facilities in Southeast Michigan. Some employees are expected to take advantage of the Special Retirement Incentive Program agreed to in the 2023 Ford-U...