Multiple trials have proven that in people who have had an ischemic stroke, statin drugs reduce the risk of a second stroke. This is true even for people with cholesterol results in the normal range. Based on the trial results, high-dose statin drugs (40 mg atorvastatin) are preferred in people […]
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(Bloomberg Opinion) — One of the greatest outrages in the U.S. response to the coronavirus pandemic has been the way the government has failed to offer the people useful, trustworthy information. That’s still true, even as President Donald Trump has restarted his daily Covid-19 briefings. While some outlets have praised […]
Dietary fiber needs an image overhaul! The nutrient is mostly associated with prunes and bowel health. And yes, fiber helps us poop regularly and efficiently. As anyone who’s suffered from constipation can tell you, that’s no small perk. But it does so much more than just that! It also “lowers […]
In a world where Internet trolls like to spend their time tearing others down and where some of Hollywood’s top actresses and models use their fame to spread garbage advice about skinny teas and tonics, it can be a struggle to stay upbeat about our bodies. Fortunately, body-positive influencers all […]
Alua Arthur, a death doula, works with Beverly Leacock, whom she addresses as Ms. Beverly as “an important sign of respect.” Death doulas work to support and guide the dying through a “good death,” consistent with the values, Arthur says, of a good life. (Gen McKinney) Death positivity, death doulas, […]
New US research has found that smokers who are better at math might be more likely to quit the habit than those who aren’t so good with numbers. Carried out by researchers at The Ohio State University, the new study looked at 696 adult smokers and asked them to complete […]