Zepbound (tirzepatide) or Wegovy (semaglutide) are given as a subcutaneous injection (under the skin) once a week, with or without meals. Injections come as a pre-filled, single-dose pen for injection. You or a caregiver can learn to give this injection at home. Medication is used in ...
Key Takeaways Over 80% of sleepers have a hard time falling or staying asleep more than once a month. When they can’t sleep, 21% of people opt to simply lie in bed and wait, an effective strategy for 50% of them. Relaxation techniques like breathing exercises and meditation may be ...
Once vitamin D supplements are determined to be appropriate, exercise caution when making your purchase. “Be wary of supplements that are far cheaper than the rest or look like a good deal,” Jolene Brighten, naturopathic endocrinologist and author of Is This Normal?, previously told Fortune.“...
part of it was my own health journey. So I had a baby and had sort of a traumatic birthing experience. I have a whole podcast episode where I discussed that with another functional medicine provider. But that I think was, like, the nail on the head. Sort of that thing that, you kno...
the bloating was not there any longer either and neither was the irritable bowel pain I had suffered from for most of my life. The bouts of constipation versus diarrhea, week in and week out no longer keep me tied closely to the bathroom – I am for all intents and purposes a new ...
Diabetic nephropathy, characterized by inflammation and oxidative stress, poses a management challenge. This study investigates the effect of Polygonum hyrcanicum extract on diabetic nephropathy in alloxan-induced diabetic mice. In this experimental anim
Aim to get 30 to 60 minutes of daily activity. Do two or more strength training sessions a week. This raises the protective HDL cholesterol and prevents cardiovascular disease. Excessive alcohol intake leads to cardiovascular disease and high blood pressure. Limit your alcohol intake, if you find...
You’re 45-70 years old with a high risk of heart disease, and your LDL cholesterol is 70 mg/dL or higher You’ve already had a heart attack or stroke, or you have peripheral arterial disease Statins are the most widely prescribed medication for high cholesterol. Statins reduce the amount...
“Every country is in a different place with this epidemic,” said Nissen. “What do we do, say, in sites in Spain or Italy? Can you imagine the challenges of collecting patient data in Italy right now? They’ve had nearly 16,000 deaths.” ...
As such, myo-inositol should not be taken by people who have kidney disease or who may already be taking supplements, such as cleavers (a diuretic herb), that can affect the kidneys or the lymphatic system. Do not take Myo-Inositol or Selenium + Myo-inositol if you are pregnant, ...