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This article features a study that put together a sizable number of people from several case reports about individuals who were vaccinated with the COVID-19 jab and developed a rare bleeding problem called Acquired Hemophilia A.
This article discusses the studies that showed a link between thiazides, a common blood pressure medication and skin cancer.
This article is about the mental health risks and suicides after gender surgery. Introduction Transgender individuals often face significant challenges, including higher rates of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. These struggles are usually linked to societal stigma, discrimination, and a lack of acceptance or affirmation of their gender identity. For many, gender-affirming surgery is a…
This article explores how physical activity can ease depression by drawing on both laboratory research and real-world evidence. You’ll learn practical steps to start an exercise routine slowly and safely. You will also discover simple tools for finding the right intensity to achieve maximum benefits. Introduction 1. Depression: Prevalence, Common Symptoms, and Conventional Treatments Depression…
Yesterday, I published the article Antidepressants and Chronic Disease: The Shocking Truth You Must Know! It revealed the troubling link between antidepressant use, chronic diseases, and increased all-cause mortality. This raises an important question: Are there safer, more effective alternatives? In this article, we explore the impact of intermittent fasting on depression. We examine whether…
This article is about the health consequences of consuming ultra-processed foods.
This article discusses the effects of alcohol on the human body from head to toe. Introduction Alcohol consumption is deeply embedded in many cultures worldwide, often linked with socializing, celebration, and relaxation. Nevertheless, the adverse effects of alcohol on the human body are extensive and well-documented. This article gives a detailed overview of how alcohol…
This article will break down the key differences between the fasting mimicking diet and the 5:2 Diet. We will also explore their health benefits and help you decide which is best for you.
This article is an introduction to the fasting mimicking diet (FMD) and its health benefits. Included here is a 5 day FMD plan menu.
This article discusses how intermittent fasting can renew the beta cells that produce insulin. More insulin helps people with prediabetes and diabetes to lower their blood sugar. These include improving insulin sensitivity and regenerating beta cells in the pancreas. Introduction Intermittent fasting (IF) has gained attention for several reasons. It is known for weight loss and boasts powerful metabolic effects….
This article lists common low glycemic index foods and healthy fats. They are valuable even after a fast to prevent blood sugar spikes. Introduction Maintaining stable blood sugar levels is essential for overall health, preventing diabetes, insulin resistance, and energy crashes. One practical approach is eating low glycemic index (GI) foods. Another is incorporating healthy…
This article discusses the two studies that showed the improvement of kidney functions in those with diabetes who fasted. An estimated 37 million Americans have Chronic kidney disease (CKD)—more than 1 in 7 U.S. adults. Kidney disease is present in about 1 in 3 people with diabetes and 1 in 5 people with high blood…
This article discusses how an ozempic face can happen and what to do to prevent it.
Yesterday, I published The Carcinogenic Effects of the SARS-CoV-2. I discussed the papers that showed how the SARS-CoV-2 virus could cause cancer. The COVID-19 virus can cause changes in the infected cell’s machinery to use the glycolytic pathway and produce the Warburg effect. The Warburg effect is when cancer cells consume sugar (glucose) for energy. One…
This article is about a decades-old study that found that adequate hydration and cooler temperatures produce greater ketosis. The topic here is different from dehydration after ketosis happens. The Courtice-Douglas Effect The featured study is The modification of post-exercise ketosis (the Courtice-Douglas effect) by environmental temperature and water balance.[1] The Courtice-Douglas effect is the production…
Bowel obstruction is when the intestinal contents cannot pass thru a segment of the intestines. It is a surgical emergency. In bowel obstruction, the air and intestinal contents proximal to the obstruction accumulate and distend the intestines. Symptoms include obstipation, the absence of bowel movement, abdominal bloating, pain and nausea, and vomiting. Gross alert: In…
Insulin resistance is not a good thing. Insulin resistance is when the liver and skeletal muscles do not respond to insulin, forcing the pancreas to produce more insulin to lower blood sugar. The problem with high insulin or hyperinsulinemia is that other organs like the fat tissue, liver, muscle, brain, bone, kidneys, and vasculature also…
I have talked about the benefits of intermittent fasting and the resulting reversal of cardiovascular risk factors like hypertension, diabetes, and hypertriglyceridemia. The past several months have shown unrelenting food price increases. This resulted from the war in Ukraine, the hyperinflationary policies of the US Federal Reserve, the culling of millions of poultry due to…
July 10, 2022 update. This paper is now peer-reviewed and published in the BMJ Prevention and Health. A new study showed that regular fasting people have better COVID-19 outcomes. The study was made in Utah by the Intermountain Medical Center Heart Institute. Mormons comprise 62% of the residents in Utah, and they observe fasting. Beliefnet…
This post was initially released on October 25, 2020. It has been updated. Intermittent fasting has many benefits for diabetics. It reduces blood sugar, lowers weight, triglycerides, and total cholesterol, and decreases medication need. However, people with Type 2 diabetes or adult-onset diabetes who would like to practice intermittent fasting should avoid complications. Possible Complications…