and that can lead to low grades or dropping out. This can be yet another source of tension in the home, as loved ones who get frustrated with the situation may demand the alcoholic child or partner do something about their substance abuse problem. This may lead to serious arguments if the...
In Milano, I stay with a friend from high school who has been living in Italy for many years. Coincidentally, her family from New York is also visiting and I am welcomed into their family for a few days, relishing the comfortable, easy banter and intimacy. After her family departs, my...
Since the valley is full of (mostly) guys in blaze orange, and since I just had my annual beer with one of my managers, who comes up to hunt with a couple of buddies, I thought perhaps you all might be interested in this essay about meat, and killing, and what a local food system...
Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) with morbid obesity and metabolic syndrome is now a common cause of end-stage liver disease (ESLD). These patients are high-risk candidates for liver transplant, and require bariatric surgery to prevent recurrent disease in the new liver. Data reports bariatric ...
There are many reasons why this is the case. A big part of it, though, can be explained by brain science and physiology. Toxic stress harms the structure and function of the brains of children. Basically, children with high ACE scores become “wired” for “flight, fight, freeze” behavio...
Or maybe I will cook up some grass-fed and grass-finished bison, and pile it high with toppings for a burger. Some nights, I’ll try a beautiful piece of wild-caught salmon beside some delicious grilled veggies. When I enjoy one of these meat dishes, which is perhaps once a week, ...
and body.A healthy diet plays an important role for the functioning and development of a child’s brain. Nutrients such as omega 3 , fatty acid , antioxidants , vitamins and minerals are essential for cognitive processes. These nutrients can be found in, which are aligned with the mind diet...
However, no statistically significant differences were found between vaccinated patients and those with COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy. Older age was a risk factor for missing consultations, while not having an alcoholic habit was identified as a protective factor against missing consultations. Conclusion ...
Among those, the most important are those associated with systemic inflammation—metabolic syndrome, hepatic steatosis/non-alcoholic liver disease, and cardiovascular disorders [4,5,6,7,26]. The incidence of metabolic syndrome (MS) in patients living with HIV (PLWH) compared to the general ...
Today I’m here to arm you with a potent weapon to slay this beast – my book“Overcoming Stress: The Demon in Your Mind.” This unassuming guide is your beacon through the foggy maze of stress management. It’s like having a personal GPS that navigates you through every twist and turn...