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What failed in weight loss for me

Metabolic Repair • 19 implied HN points • 17 Aug 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Fitness Dieting Mental health Lifestyle
  1. Using stimulants can lead to weight gain instead of loss, especially if you still eat unhealthy foods.
  2. Diets that are hard to stick to or require too much willpower usually fail because they aren't enjoyable in the long run.
  3. Finding a default eating and exercise routine that suits your body is important for maintaining a healthy weight over time.

"Growing concerns" that Ozempic will disrupt big tobacco, candy companies, and alcohol brands, according to Morgan Stanley

Curing Addiction • 142 HN points • 26 Apr 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Addiction Food Pharma Mental health Treatment
  1. The use of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic is showing potential to disrupt big tobacco, candy, and alcohol industries.
  2. Reports suggest that GLP-1 drugs are impacting consumer behavior, such as reducing spending at restaurants and consumption of cigarettes and alcohol.
  3. The rise of GLP-1 drugs is projected to have a significant market worth and could potentially reshape consumer sectors by influencing behaviors related to food and substance cravings.

Jinfiniti "Total Antioxidant Capacity" -- Worth It?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 399 implied HN points • 18 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Antioxidants Oxidative stress Energy metabolism
  1. Jinfiniti's 'Total Antioxidant Capacity' test is not precise and may not be worth investing in.
  2. The commonly used FRAP and ORAC assays for antioxidant status assessment are non-specific and may not provide meaningful information.
  3. A more effective approach involves a comprehensive screening for energy metabolism and antioxidant components to identify specific areas for optimization.
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A cornucopia of new bills; Canadians support end-of-life psilocybin therapy; and tempering the hype

The Microdose • 294 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychedelics Therapy Hype Research Mental health
  1. At least 10 states have introduced new legislation related to psychedelics since the beginning of the year.
  2. Canadians show strong support for end-of-life psilocybin therapy.
  3. There is a growing movement to critically examine and temper the hype surrounding psychedelics, focusing on ethical and political implications.

Prepare For Liftoff: Your Magic Mushroom Prep Guide

Tripsitter • 79 implied HN points • 11 Jun 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychedelic Preparation Safety Mental health
  1. Proper preparation is key for a safe and enriching magic mushroom experience. Respect the unpredictability of mushrooms and take precautions like testing samples, staying in a safe environment, and having a responsible trip sitter.
  2. Set and setting are crucial for a positive trip. Choose a comfortable and safe environment that aligns with your intentions, and approach the experience with a positive mindset.
  3. Research and know the specifics of the magic mushrooms you're consuming, including species, strains, dosages, and potential risks. Opt for a trusted trip sitter and be mindful of physical health considerations when using psychedelics.

Large study shows high BMI not associated with serious top-surgery complications

Weight and Healthcare • 479 implied HN points • 15 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Healthcare Studies Weight Surgery BMI
  1. A large study indicated that a high BMI is not linked to serious complications in top surgery.
  2. The study suggested reevaluation of BMI cutoffs for patients undergoing chest masculinization surgery.
  3. Surgeons and patients should engage in shared decision-making conversations to discuss potential risks with higher BMI, without holding healthcare hostage for weight loss.

Well Being: The Truth About Raw Milk

Who is Robert Malone • 17 implied HN points • 31 Jan 26
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Pediatrics Immunology Preventive Health Public Health Food Safety
  1. Children who drink raw or minimally processed cow’s milk early in life tend to have lower rates of asthma, wheeze, allergic rhinitis, colitis, and atopic sensitization.
  2. This protective pattern is strongest in farm communities and is commonly called the “farm milk effect.”
  3. Peer‑reviewed studies report notable evidence for these associations, and there is more extensive literature exploring the potential health benefits of raw milk.

When the Mask Drops: Trying, Failing, and Re-Finding Myself

Caravanserai with Samantha Childress • 569 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Work-life balance Self-discovery Personal Growth Creativity
  1. The author struggled with finding time and headspace to write due to working full-time, but decided to post twice a month to make the newsletter more sustainable.
  2. The author felt like a failure for not keeping up with their original writing goals, but realized that quality is more important than quantity.
  3. By being more sincere at work and letting the 'mask' drop, the author found more freedom to be themselves and write more authentically.

Knowing, doing and 'staying on the bus'

The Half Marathoner • 569 implied HN points • 30 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness Mental health Personal Growth Self-Improvement
  1. Having a clear plan and sticking to it can lead to successful outcomes, such as completing a marathon.
  2. The concept of 'staying on the bus' emphasizes the importance of patience and commitment to see long-term results.
  3. Immersion in the initial phases of learning or pursuing a goal can lead to unique and distinctive work in the future.

The Secret Life of Salvia: How this Bizarre Psychedelic Could Revolutionize Gut Health

Tripsitter • 239 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychedelics Mental health Pain management
  1. Salvia, known for its psychedelic effects, is a potent hallucinogen with medicinal uses such as treating chronic pain, anxiety, depression, and gut motility issues.
  2. The psychedelic experience induced by salvia is profoundly intense, often leading users to lose their sense of time, identity, and reality, experiencing bizarre and nonsensical visions.
  3. Salvinorin A, the active compound in salvia, works on the kappa-opioid system and is being studied for its potential in developing new drugs for pain management, inflammation, and gut health without the risk of addiction.

Friday Q&A: caregiver burnout; Ozempic; fall allergies vs. viral symptoms; & emotional eating

Are You Okay? • 539 implied HN points • 20 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Caregiving Medication Nutrition Mental health Self-care
  1. When caring for aging loved ones, it's crucial to prioritize your own mental and physical health to prevent caregiver burnout.
  2. Shift your perception of control to restore agency and self-determination in your life, especially while taking care of others.
  3. In caregiving, meeting your basic biological needs like sleep, talking to someone, eating healthily, and moving your body is essential for long-term wellbeing.

Not Like the Others, Part II: How Lethal Injection Is Nothing Like Pet Euthanasia

The Medicine & Justice Project • 99 implied HN points • 24 May 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Lethal Injection Medical Procedures Ethical considerations
  1. Comparing lethal injection to pet euthanasia reveals stark differences in protocols and administration methods.
  2. The use of pentobarbital in executions faces challenges due to the lack of training for administration and issues with drug quality.
  3. American execution methods significantly differ from veterinary standards, with execution protocols often falling short of humane practices.

Joy or Perfection?

Seven Senses • 479 implied HN points • 11 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-Improvement Mindfulness Emotional Wellbeing Personal Development
  1. Choosing joy over perfection can lead to a happier life. Perfectionism often steals our joy and makes us feel disconnected from others.
  2. It's okay to struggle and not be perfect at things. Embracing the learning process can bring more fulfillment than focusing solely on being the best.
  3. Our past experiences of feeling inadequate can affect us today. Accepting our imperfections allows us to find happiness and connection again.

Friday Q&A about alcohol: social anxiety; general anxiety; dry November; & alcohol's upsides

Are You Okay? • 499 implied HN points • 03 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Substance Use Anxiety Well-being
  1. Alcohol consumption can temporarily ease social anxiety, but it's important to remember the risks associated with it.
  2. Socializing without alcohol is possible with strategies like informing friends, finding alternatives, and practicing assertiveness.
  3. Some individuals may feel less anxious after drinking alcohol due to its temporary effects, but it's crucial to be aware of the potential connection between anxiety and alcoholism in the family.

A thank you to supporters

Disaffected Newsletter • 439 implied HN points • 26 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Consulting Narcissism
  1. Thanks to supporters, there are special consulting rates available for returning clients and Disaffected supporters. You can get a lower price if you're a supporter or returning client.
  2. Consultation focuses on issues like family dynamics or workplace mistreatment. The consultant aims to help people think through their choices and improve their situations.
  3. If someone can't afford the rates, they are encouraged to reach out for a personalized pricing option. The consultant is willing to work with individuals facing financial challenges.

Why High-Dose Biotin Could be the Answer for Your Blood Sugar, Neurological Health, and Skin Health

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 539 implied HN points • 18 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Supplements Health Conditions
  1. High-dose biotin can have varied effects on health, improving blood sugar and some sensory issues but potentially worsening neurological problems.
  2. Studies have shown positive impacts on diabetes and sensory issues with high-dose biotin, but caution is needed due to potential adverse effects.
  3. Biotin supplementation levels should be tailored individually, as too much can lead to misleading lab test results and impact health negatively.

A First Step to Solving Weight Stigma in Healthcare Interactions

Weight and Healthcare • 678 implied HN points • 05 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Stigma
  1. Bias in healthcare can negatively impact higher-weight patients, including provider and structural biases.
  2. Healthcare providers often blame the patient's body for lack of accommodation, adding insult to injury.
  3. Addressing weight stigma in healthcare starts with providers acknowledging that patients are not the problem, and accessibility is essential for everyone.

Sonia Gandhi's mission to change Parkinson's trials

Rory’s Always On Newsletter • 734 implied HN points • 05 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Clinical Trials Neuroscience
  1. Professor Sonia Gandhi leads a mission to improve Parkinson's trials by implementing ACT PD initiative for more efficient drug testing.
  2. The UK aims to become a hub for clinical trials like the multi-arm system to find disease-modifying therapies for Parkinson's faster.
  3. Funding is crucial for scientists like Professor Gandhi to advance technology and trial designs for breakthroughs in Parkinson's research.

A Federal Moonshot for Better Addiction Medications Can Help Us Escape the Crisis

Curing Addiction • 159 implied HN points • 11 Apr 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Addiction Treatment Public Health Medical Research Drug policy
  1. The United States faces a worsening addiction crisis with increasing drug overdose deaths and huge economic and social costs.
  2. Addiction disorders rank high in disability-adjusted life years, similar to heart disease, yet there's minimal investment in new addiction medications compared to other major diseases.
  3. Developing novel breakthrough medical treatments for addiction, similar to past successes like HIV treatments, could significantly impact and potentially cure addiction.

Serious Issues With the American Academy of Pediatrics Guidelines For Higher-Weight Children and Adolescents

Weight and Healthcare • 938 implied HN points • 14 Jan 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Guidelines Interventions Surgery Pediatric care Health Issues
  1. The American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines for higher-weight children and adolescents focus on intensive behavioral interventions, drugs, and surgeries, which may not have long-term benefits and can have serious side effects.
  2. The guidelines pathologize higher-weight bodies and promote weight loss as a solution, without enough evidence to support the efficacy or safety of these interventions on a long-term basis.
  3. There are ethical concerns about recommending weight loss surgeries for adolescents as young as 13, considering the significant risks, lack of long-term follow-up, and potential impact on the mental and physical health of the individuals.

EMDR Blew My Mind. Literally.

Ladyparts • 559 implied HN points • 17 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Therapy Trauma
  1. The author tried EMDR therapy to address recurring PTSD symptoms and found it incredibly helpful in overcoming intrusive memories and functioning better in daily life.
  2. A friend recommended EMDR therapy based on their positive experience with a specialist who helped them cope with traumatic loss, highlighting the transformative potential of this approach.
  3. The author now provides paid content but offers free access to those unable to afford it, showing a commitment to sharing informative, science-based stories while acknowledging the importance of financial support.

Weight Watchers Expands Their Harmful Model - Adding Prescription Drugs

Weight and Healthcare • 738 implied HN points • 15 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Loss Prescription drugs Medical Industry Body positivity Pharmaceuticals
  1. Weight Watchers is expanding their model by adding prescription drugs, showing a pattern of prioritizing profits over people's well-being.
  2. Weight Watchers acquired Sequence, a telehealth company prescribing weight loss drugs with risky side effects and questionable efficacy.
  3. The company's approach includes misleading weight loss claims, lack of transparency, and a focus on short-term financial gains rather than long-term health.

Aus Day Weekend

Ben’s Blog 🏉 🧠🧑‍💻 • 21 implied HN points • 13 Jan 26
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Public Health Preventive Care Community health Wellbeing Men's Health
  1. Reframe struggle as nervous system health, not just a clinical mental health label, so sleep, exercise, routine and community become clear, practical steps people can take.
  2. Everyday social places and hospitality venues can create safety and connection, making them powerful parts of the solution for people who are isolated or struggling.
  3. Early, simple actions—regular shared movement, predictable routines, and honest conversations—can prevent crises and build toward a suicide-free community.

Friday Q&A: Mounjaro vs. Ozempic; forgetfulness; the snoring bed partner; & COVID testing

Are You Okay? • 439 implied HN points • 24 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Medication Memory Diabetes Obesity Well-being
  1. Mounjaro and Ozempic are medications for treating type 2 diabetes; Mounjaro also has a version for obesity, Zepbound. Both types of drugs improve insulin sensitivity, reduce blood sugar levels, and promote weight loss.
  2. Forgetfulness about simple things like names of familiar items could be a part of normal aging rather than a sign of dementia. However, if there are persistent concerns, it's best to consult a healthcare provider.
  3. Maintaining a balanced lifestyle with a healthy diet, regular exercise, and realistic expectations is essential for the effective use of medications like Mounjaro, Ozempic, and related drugs.

Measuring and Reversing Biological Age

The Skeptical Cardiologist • 550 implied HN points • 17 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness
  1. Measuring biological age is a popular trend as people seek ways to stay young.
  2. Some methods claim to reverse biological age, but efficacy is questionable and may require significant financial investment.
  3. Traditional methods like exercise and healthy habits are recommended by experts to combat aging effectively.

5 Questions for Oregon’s first licensed psilocybin manufacturer

The Microdose • 550 implied HN points • 17 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Alternative Medicine Mental health Business Licensing
  1. Learning to cultivate mushrooms involves trial and error, teaching the importance of embracing mistakes.
  2. The process of growing psilocybin mushrooms includes creating spore prints, inoculating substrate, and waiting for two months to produce fungi.
  3. Challenges for licensed psilocybin manufacturers in Oregon include waiting for testing labs to be established and dealing with high licensing costs.

September 2023: How to build sustainably differentiated tech enabled healthcare services businesses

Kunle.app • 550 implied HN points • 18 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness
  1. Healthcare and financial services are both capital intensive industries.
  2. Success in healthcare startups involves differentiating in reimbursement, patient acquisition, and operational models.
  3. A strong focus on innovative reimbursement models, clinical improvements, and operational efficiencies is key for tech-enabled healthcare services businesses.

Everyone, Everywhere

¡Do Not Panic! • 550 implied HN points • 19 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Covid-19 Impact Public Health Global trends
  1. There is a significant increase in sickness and absenteeism due to COVID in various countries like the UK, US, Australia, Spain, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Canada, Sweden, and Poland.
  2. Governments are not showing compassion towards sick individuals and are not implementing proactive measures to address the long-term impact of COVID on workforce productivity.
  3. COVID is not transforming into a common cold, and repeated exposure to the virus may have unknown long-term effects on individuals' health and immunity.