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Studies Find Mushrooms Can Reduce Cancer Risks | Best Cancer-Fighting Foods
How can mushrooms reduce cancer risks? Mushrooms are more than just a tasty addition to your meals. They are nutritional powerhouses that provide essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Additionally, mushrooms contain compounds like polysaccharides and beta-glucans, which can have great medicinal properties, such as fighting cancer (2). Several types of mushrooms have been studied for […]
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Best Diet for Prediabetes: Best Foods to Eat and Foods to Avoid
What is prediabetes? Prediabetes is a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes (2). In this condition, the body’s cells become resistant to insulin, a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels. Consequently, this leads to an imbalance in blood sugar levels. Normal […]
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New Screening Tool May Improve Liver Cancer Survival Rates up to 90%: Study Finds
What is hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)? Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common type of cancer that comes from the liver. It occurs when the liver cells (called hepatocytes) grow uncontrollably and create a tumor. HCC is a serious condition that often develops in people with chronic liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis B or C […]
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Does Nicotine Raise Blood Pressure? Explore The Link, Prevention Strategies, and More
Does smoking cause high blood pressure? In the short term, yes. Every time you smoke, it causes a temporary increase in blood pressure (1). Blood pressure increases when blood has difficulty traveling through the blood vessels. In simple terms, it’s like you’re in a tunnel with a lot of people, and you need to make […]
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Back Pain After Sleep: Causes, Chiropractic Care, and Other Remedies
Back hurts after sleeping: Common causes Poor sleep habits and an unsupportive sleep environment are common culprits behind back pain after sleep (5, 6). However, underlying medical conditions like arthritis, disc herniation, and fibromyalgia can contribute to the condition. Here’s a look at the common causes. Poor sleeping position Sleeping on your stomach can force […]
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Fact Check — Kidney Misinformation Seen by Millions
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Half the World Eats Rice Toxins Daily That Damage Kidneys
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See How Spinach Can Damage Your Kidneys
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Avoid These 7 Plant-Based Foods That Can Damage Your Kidneys
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These 7 Daily Habits Can Help Lower Your Creatinine Levels | Improve Kidney Health
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9 Skin Signs That May Indicate Your Kidneys Are Damaged
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Surprise! Drinking Water Wrongly Can Damage Your Kidneys
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9 Fruits to Lower Creatinine Levels and Improve Kidney Health
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Top 9 Drinks To Help Stop Proteinuria and Heal Your Kidneys
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Lauren Ann Teeter, CNS, LCSW
Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) Licensed Clinician (LCSW) Mindfulness, Biofeedback, Integrative & Functional Medicine Functional & Integrative Approach To Mental Health, Functional Nutrition, Functional & Integrative Medicine, Psychotherapy, Mental HealthLauren is a functional nutritionist and licensed therapist who takes an integrative and functional approach to mental health and overall wellness. Lauren has worked as a clinician, researcher, and writer in mental health and functional nutrition. Lauren takes a root cause approach to wellness— looking at the body, mind, and responses to our environment. Lauren is passionate about empowering others to become their own expert and advocate in terms of optimizing their health and well-being. Lauren has worked with those with various health conditions including digestive, metabolic, hormonal and mental health. Lauren has worked in outpatient and inpatient settings.
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Sheridan Genrich, CGP, NP
Clinical Nutritionist, Naturopath & IridologistSheridan is a degree-qualified clinical nutritionist, naturopath & health coach who specializes in mood & digestive disorders, particularly food-related sensitivities. A certified FitGenes practitioner (nutrigenomics - interpretation of how personalised nutrition & lifestyle interventions impact genes). Also trained in Vitae Mosaic, naturopathic functional medicine. Through comprehensive anlaysis of the symptoms, timeline health history, iris assessment and functional lab results (among other tests), she can piece together the root cause of the problem, so you can gain control over your health & live with your true potential. Her local & online practice is grounded in cutting edge research on gut-brain nutritional science. Since completing a health science degree in complimentary medicine 8yrs ago, Sheridan has continued to deepen her research & use of bio-individual nutrition, herbs and the latest in functional medicine testing. This has seen significant improvements in the quality of life for her clients. Even those with long-standing chronic conditions experience rapid relief, when the biochemical imbalances or 'triggers of dysfunction' are corrected. She is a co-author on mental health of the Amazon best selling book: "Rapid Change: For Busy Heart Centered Women Who Want To Be The Best Version of Themselves"
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John Osei Sekyere, B. Pharm, M. Phil, PhD
Microbiology and Immunology Antimicrobial resistance, infectious diseases epidemiology and diagnostics, host-microbiome interactions and bacterial genomics.John Osei Sekyere is a pharmacist (B. Pharm) and clinical/medical microbiologist (PhD) with especial interest and skill in antimicrobial resistance, infectious diseases epidemiology and diagnostics, host-microbiome interactions and bacterial genomics.
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Sean Lin, Ph.D.
Microbiologist & Former US Army Preventive Medicine SpecialistDr. Xiaoxu Sean Lin is an assistant professor in the Biomedical Science Department at Feitian College in Middletown, N.Y. Dr. Lin is also a frequent analyst and commentator for Epoch Media Group, VOA, and RFA. He is a veteran who served as a U.S. Army microbiologist and also a member of Committee on the Present Danger: China.
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Jordan Stachel, MS, RDN
NutritionistJordan is most fulfilled when guiding others towards making stepwise, sustainable changes that add up to big results over time. Jordan works with a wide variety of individuals, ranging in age from children to the elderly, with an assortment of concerns and clinical conditions. She helps individuals optimize overall health and/or manage disease states using personalized medical nutrition therapy techniques. It can be difficult for individuals to navigate health conditions and to discern between nutrition information that is both credible and accurate, versus misinformation and conflicting guidance. As an expert in the field, Jordan finds great fulfillment in filling this gap by providing detailed clarification and explanation by leading the discussion surrounding nutrition and wellness. Jordan looks forward to continuing to help others achieve the healthiest version of themselves, improve longevity, and be a dependable source and voice within the field of nutrition and dietetics.
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Komal Gilani, MBBS
General Medical Practitioner Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PMDC)Dr. Komal Gilani is a licensed general medical practitioner in Pakistan with a Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree. Her research-oriented approach to clinical queries defines her take on health. Presently, she is actively engaged in multiple studies aiming to improve healthcare through her work.
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Amy Rogers, MD MPH FACPM
American Board of Preventive Medicine, Board certified in Aerospace Medicine, Occupational Medicine and General Preventive Medicine and Public Health. Preventive Medicine, Public Health, Lifestyle Medicine, Pandemic Response, Global HealthDr. Amy Rogers is a triple board certified physician by the American Board of Preventive Medicine in Aerospace, Occupational and Preventive Medicine, with two Masters in Public Health degrees. Dr. Rogers served her country dutiful for 11 year as doctor for The United States Navy, providing support in outbreak investigations, pandemic planning, global health education, and aerospace medicine. As a Navy Global Health Specialist she provided education to multiple partner countries public health medical teams across multiple continents. For the past three years, as the COVID-19 lead for Naval Forces Europe and Naval Forces Africa, she oversaw the U.S. Navy medical and logistical response across two continents and 7 medical facilities. During Preventive Medicine residency at the Uniformed Services University, she focused on Women’s Health providing award winning research on the impacts of pregnancy on physical fitness, and helping develop a curriculum in Women’s Health and Preventive Medicine. She was selected to the prestigious Delta Omega Preventive Medicine Honor Society and was co-chief resident. She also completed the American College of Lifestyle Medicine Lifestyle Core Competency Course, and earned a graduate certificate in Global Health and Development from Uniformed Services University. She is also a Fellow of the American College of Preventive Medicine. Dr. Rogers continues to see patients for the United States Navy Reserves and as a primary care provider. She is using her background in agriculture and global health to explore how different cultures, with focus on farming, natural remedies and food, impact a populations health and approach to disease management. In her free time, she is building her own farm in Vermont that will explore the medicinal properties of plants and the natural environment she was exposed to as she explored other cultures during her world travels.
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Fetimah Khan, MD
MDDr. Fatimah Khan has a good knowledge of her field and very well medical content writing expertise. She is a competent doctor and the author of hundreds of medical articles.
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Nigar Sofiyeva, MD, PhD Candidate
