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Long-term intermittent fasting could harm the heart

WebA recently published long-term analysis of more than 20,000 U.S. adults found that those who fasted for 16 hours or more per day were more likely to die of cardiovascular disease than peers who ate normally over the course of 12-16 hours per day. Key findings of the analysis, which spanned a period of between eight and 17 years, …

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Eating disorders in older adults Health

WebIn 2023, researchers from the Yale School of Medicine reported that almost 3% of women between the ages of 50 and 64, and about 2% of women over 65, suffer from an eating disorder. These illnesses, which include anorexia nervosa, binge eating and bulimia, can quickly become very serious and even fatal in older people.

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Diet soda linked to fatty liver disease Health

WebThe study authors said that excessive intake of artificial sweeteners found in diet soda promotes inflammation, insulin resistance and weight gain, which then leads to fatty deposits in the liver.

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Benefits of the Brood Health midriversnewsmagazine.com

WebCicada “slough,” which is the exoskeleton shed by the larva when it becomes an adult, is reported to have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. • For home gardeners, cicadas can be added to compost or beds, boosting beneficial bacteria and fungus in the soil and helping to create a rich medium for growing flowers, fruits and

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It costs less to be vegan Health midriversnewsmagazine.com

WebThose in the vegan group saw their costs go down by 16%, or an average of $1.51 per day. This decrease was mainly due to savings on meat and dairy products, which outweighed the vegan group members’ increased spending on vegetables and fruit.

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AI advancing ALS treatment Health midriversnewsmagazine.com

WebA drug candidate currently known as FB1006 is being advanced as a potential new treatment for ALS. The Chinese company leading the drug’s development, 4B Technologies, has already successfully completed patient enrollment in an initial clinical trial set to begin in August. AI technology was utilized in multiple stages of the drug’s

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St. Luke’s achieves top cardiac, vascular surgery rankings for 2024

WebSt. Luke’s Hospital recently was named by Healthgrades as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Vascular Surgery for 2024 as well as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery for 6 years in a row (2019-2024).

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Better news about eggs Health midriversnewsmagazine.com

WebEggs are a perennial breakfast favorite, but concerns that they may raise cholesterol levels and threaten heart health cause many older adults to leave eggs off their morning menus. But results from a recent trial conducted at the Duke Clinical Research Institute offer better news for egg lovers. They showed that, after a four-month period

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More than one drink a day raises women’s heart risks

WebMay 3, 2024. Even for young women, having more than one drink per day carries significant cardiovascular risks, according to a new study. (Adobe Stock photo) A recent large study suggests that even for younger women, averaging more than one alcoholic drink per day can significantly raise the risk of coronary heart disease.

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SSM Health is moving ahead to meet the needs of St. Charles …

WebRecently recognized in Healthgrades as a Critical Care Excellence Award Winner for 2023, SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital – St. Charles has also received awards for Patient Safety, Quality, and is a CMS 4-star hospital, Brooks said.

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Mediterranian Diet again ranked No. 1 for health Health

WebMediterranian Diet again ranked No. 1 for health. By Lisa Russell. Jan 26, 2024. (Adobe Stock) For the seventh year in a row, the Mediterranean diet has topped U.S. News and World Report’s annual list of Best Diets for 2024. The diet focuses on eating mainly nutrient-dense fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish, nuts, seeds and healthy fats

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Preventing holiday falls Mature Focus

WebFor older adults and those who care for them, the holidays can quickly turn from joyful to disastrous due to an accidental fall. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, emergency departments record about 20 million visits a year due to fall injuries… and the number of falls generally reaches its peak in December.

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Mercy launches AI chatbot Health midriversnewsmagazine.com

WebLisa Russell covers health and aging for both West Newsmagazine and Mid Rivers Newsmagazine. She is a West St. Louis County native [Parkway South, class of 1979] and graduate of Mizzou’s journalism school.

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Social media may drive some kids to quit sports, study finds

WebBody image issues caused by comparing themselves to “ideals” they see on social media may be among the reasons young athletes decide to stop participating in sports, according to a recent study presented at the 2023 American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) National Conference & Exhibition.

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Logan University opens Women’s Health Specialty Clinic

WebMar 21, 2024. Logan University now features a Women’s Health Specialty Clinic at Montgomery Health Center in Chesterfield. The new clinic, which opened in January, is dedicated to providing patient-centered, evidence-based care tailored specifically for women. Logan is the first chiropractic institution worldwide to house a Women’s Health

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Town Hall meeting draws attention to toxic waste sites including …

Web“Decades later, many St. Louis-area residents believe the radioactive waste is to blame for their rare cancers and autoimmune disorders.” Byrnes said she first found out about the radioactive contamination in 2016 when her son developed a radioactive cancer known as thymoma.

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Area hospitals again earn high grades for safety Health

WebNov 30, 2023 Updated Apr 12, 2024. (Source: Adobe Stock) BJC Progress West Hospital, Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital and Mercy Hospital St. Louis were among the 30% of hospitals nationwide to earn the best possible grade of A in the recently announced Fall 2023 Hospital Safety Grade rankings from The Leapfrog Group.

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MU researchers link IBS with other chronic illnesses

WebMU researchers link IBS with other chronic illnesses. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is an extremely common gut disorder that impacts millions of Americans of all ages – up to 15% of the population, statistics suggest. Their symptoms tend to come and go, and can include intense abdominal pain and cramping, bloating, diarrhea and …

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Pregnancy weight gain/ long-term mortality risk Health

WebGaining weight during pregnancy is necessary for a woman to have a healthy baby … but gaining more than the now-recommended amount can pose serious health risks for her far into the future, according to a recent study published in The Lancet.. Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine looked at 50 years of …

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