Last week, we talked about cleaning out your fridge. This week, let’s look at decluttering our brain… sort of. You’ve probably had a parent, teacher, or boss that insisted on keeping a clean, clutter-free work environment. “The condition of your desk is a reflection of the condition of your mind!” is what my first boss…
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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved Estradiol Gel, 0.06%, for the treatment of moderate to severe hot flashes associated with menopause. This approval provides women experiencing menopause-related symptoms with a new option for hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Estradiol is a form of estrogen, a hormone that naturally declines during menopause. The Estradiol…
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Kids are awesome. What goes on in the mind of a child will, in many ways, always be a mystery to grown-ups. What we do know is that children are full of wonder, imagination, simple joy, purity, and innocence. Their brains are bristling with intrigue, questions, and worldviews waiting to be formed. But not all…
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Recent research indicates a curious trend among females regarding the onset of menstruation. Girls born in the 2000s start their periods approximately six months earlier than previous generations. A study published in JAMA Network Open (May, 2024) reveals that the average age of menarche—the first menstrual period—has decreased from 12.5 years in the 1950s and…
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Is it ADHD or are we expecting too much from young children? A recent study has found that there is a “relative age effect” (RAE) on the diagnosis and prescription of medication for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children. The relative age effect refers to the impact of a child’s age relative to their…
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What is it good intentions pave the way to? A U.S. government report that will likely incite serious debate has concluded that fluoride over double the recommended limit in drinking water is linked to lower IQ in children. The report, based on an analysis of previously published research, has concluded with “moderate confidence” that higher…
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We’ve been saying it for years! And finally, Congress is listening… maybe. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) hosted a Congressional “roundtable” discussion with a dozen doctors and other experts from the health & wellness world. Max Lugavere, Dr. Casey Means, Dr. Marty Makary among them. But it was Jillian Michaels, best known for her role as…
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The COVID-19 pandemic has posed significant challenges to healthcare, including cancer diagnosis and treatment. One concerning trend is the lower-than-expected cancer diagnosis rates attributed to the pandemic’s impact on healthcare systems and patient behavior. A recent US population-based cross-sectional study revealed that cancer diagnosis rates improved in 2021 after significant disruptions caused by the pandemic.…
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Our worldwide community is facing an alarming “hidden hunger” that affects more than two-thirds of people, resulting in deficiencies in crucial nutrients and potentially causing severe health problems. Researchers have uncovered a troubling truth about global malnutrition: billions of people are not getting enough of several essential vitamins and minerals in their diets. The study,…
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COVID has been upgraded — or downgraded — depending on how you look at it. After more than four years since SARS-CoV-2 caused a savage global pandemic, U.S. health officials now consider COVID-19 to be an endemic disease. Aaron Hall, deputy director for science at the CDC’s coronavirus and other respiratory viruses division, has said,…
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