“About 10 percent of people who begin smoking cannabis will become addicted, and 30 percent of current users meet the criteria for addiction.”... Read More
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Could My Netflix Binges Be Deadly?
No big surprise that the study confirmed sedentary behavior is linked to poorer health outcomes. However, the study reminds me that physical activity and sedentary time must be considered when evaluating adult health risks.... Read More
Breast Cancer: Lifestyle Tweaks May Save Lives
While it didn’t affect the chemotherapy dose intensity, the diet and exercise intervention was linked to a higher pathologic complete response (pCR) in patients with certain breast cancer subtypes.... Read More
Aspirin and Colon Cancer Risk
Beyond its well-known role as a pain reliever and blood thinner, aspirin may influence the development and progression of cancer through various pathways. ... Read More
Muscle Mass and Sharper Thinking
The link between muscle mass and cognitive function lies in the intricate interplay between muscle and brain, mediated by myokines. A myokine is a peptide or protein secreted or released from skeletal muscle cells.... Read More
Chemo Brain Fog: Blame it on the Gut?
The manifestations of chemo brain can be diverse and often subtle, affecting various aspects of cognitive function. Individuals may experience a heightened sense of disorganization, confusion, and difficulty concentrating.... Read More