Why Some Patients Do Not Respond to GLP-1 Therapies
Why Some Patients Do Not Respond to GLP-1 Therapies Emerging evidence suggests that some individuals develop nutritional deficiencies during treatment, whereas others experience biologically driven GLP-1 resistance. Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists such as semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy; Novo Nordisk) have transformed obesity and type 2 diabetes management. These therapies promote significant weight loss, improve glycemic […]
GLP-1 Drugs Like Ozempic, Wegovy May Help Treat Anxiety, Depression
GLP-1 Drugs Like Ozempic, Wegovy May Help Treat Anxiety, Depression New research suggests that GLP-1s could offer dual benefits for treating both metabolic and mental health issues. A new study found that people taking GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy had a lower risk of worsening depression and anxiety. The participants also had fewer hospitalizations […]
Dreaming of fewer running injuries? Start with better sleep
Dreaming of fewer running injuries? Start with better sleep Recreational running is one of the world’s most popular sports, but it also carries a high injury risk, particularly for those who are poor sleepers. If you are among the 620 million people who lace up their running shoes on a regular basis, chances are that […]
Just 2 short bursts of exercise a day could boost heart and lung fitness
Just 2 short bursts of exercise a day could boost heart and lung fitness To boost heart and lung health, swap the couch for ‘exercise snacks’, researchers advise. Getting enough exercise is an essential part of keeping healthy and active, particularly as you get older, but many people struggle to fit exercise into their daily […]
Stronger knees, stronger you: 5 simple exercises to strengthen your knees
Stronger knees, stronger you: 5 simple exercises to strengthen your knees Knee pain is the second most common musculoskeletal complaint after back pain Our knees carry us through life, yet they’re often the joints we take most for granted. By the time many of us reach our thirties, the first warning signs may appear – […]
‘Japanese Walking’: Try This Low-Impact Fitness Hack for Better Heart Health
‘Japanese Walking’: Try This Low-Impact Fitness Hack for Better Heart Health “Japanese walking” is a low impact exercise protocol that may help improve cardiometabolic health. Interval walking training (IWT) is a form of walking exercise developed by Japanese researchers to improve cardiometabolic health. Also known as “Japanese walking,” IWT is an accessible form of interval […]
Winter skincare: 7 tips for soothing sensitive lips and skin
Winter skincare: 7 tips for soothing sensitive lips and skin Is your lip balm making your lips worse? A dermatologist advises. Sniffles, sneezes, and constant nose-wiping might feel like the norm during winter, but dry, sore lips and red, irritated skin around the nose don’t have to be. According to Cape Town-based dermatologist Dr Lauren Knight, much […]
Replacing 30 minutes’ sitting time with exercise may prevent second heart attack
To prevent a second heart attack, replace 30 minutes’ sitting time with exercise, a new study suggests. About one in five people who have experienced a heart attack will have another within 5 years. Heart attack survivors are also at an increased risk for other cardiovascular issues, such as heart failure, which can be lowered […]
Could being more active in middle age help prevent Alzheimer’s disease?
Scientists have found an association between physical activity levels in middle age and Alzheimer’s disease risk. Past studies have linked physical activity with a decreased risk for many health issues, including Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. A new study found that increased physical activity levels during middle age are associated with reduced amounts […]
Exercise may lessen cancer treatment side effects, including brain fog, fatigue
Exercise may help mitigate cancer treatment side effects, such as brain fog, pain, and fatigue. Researchers recently conducted an umbrella-review to examine the impact exercise can have on people undergoing cancer treatment. The results indicated that exercise can mitigate some of the side effects of cancer treatments across a range of cancer types. Both traditional […]