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The Next, Episode #43

The Next Brand • 235 implied HN points • 07 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Education Wellness Therapies
  1. Unlock the ability to work consistently on something for a long time by aiming to make your first pile of cash to cover expenses for 2+ years.
  2. Consider and evaluate out-there ideas like the terrain theory of disease using a framework of high burden of proof, falsifiability, predictiveness, and prohibitiveness.
  3. The future of education could be revolutionized by implementing Mastery Learning combined with 1-on-1 tutoring and leveraging AI tools to provide personalized learning experiences.

"Alarming Number" of Cervical Cancer Diagnoses and Deaths in Women Over 65

Ladyparts • 459 implied HN points • 10 Jan 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Women's Health
  1. The CDC recommends women stop screening for cervical cancer after 65, but a study shows a rise in cases and deaths in that age group
  2. The author personally experienced a cervical health scare and highlights the importance of timely information sharing
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On gentle personal growth in 2024

Tech and Tea • 345 implied HN points • 23 Dec 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth Self-care Mental health Work-life balance Introspection
  1. Personal growth doesn't have to be extreme. It's okay to take a gentle approach, like a relaxed hike instead of climbing a mountain.
  2. Being okay with uncertainty is important. It's better to embrace not knowing what comes next and trust that clarity will come in time.
  3. Taking care of yourself should be a priority. It's good to step back from the pressure of doing everything and focus on what really matters to you.

Junk Food has been Rebranded as “Ultra-processed”

Unsettled Science • 886 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Diet Chronic Disease Processed Foods
  1. Junk food is now being labeled as 'ultra-processed' by some nutrition experts.
  2. The classification of ultra-processed foods is controversial due to its subjective nature and potential biases.
  3. The scientific evidence on ultra-processed foods and their impact on health is still inconclusive and lacks long-term studies.

Is Transitioning Harmful To Prospective Trans Lesbians?

Thing of Things • 137 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Gender identity
  1. Some trans lesbians have dysphoria, which can be relieved through social and biomedical transition.
  2. Many dysphoric trans lesbians may not realize they are dysphoric and mistakenly attribute their feelings to other causes.
  3. Before claiming that transition won't solve someone's problems, it's important to check if there are underlying issues beyond wanting to be with lesbians.

Can we cure Alcoholism?

Samstack • 1114 implied HN points • 25 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Addiction Therapies Effectiveness Treatment
  1. There are various drugs like Naltrexone and Antabuse aimed at helping with alcoholism, but their effectiveness is limited and some findings are questionable.
  2. Most alcoholics who successfully stop drinking do so without any formal treatment, suggesting treatment efficacy may not be as high as expected.
  3. Alcoholics Anonymous, CBT, and other therapies may help, but their impact on recovery is small and success rates are fairly significant even without treatment.

ACIP Cliff notes: Feb 28

Your Local Epidemiologist • 853 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines COVID-19 Epidemiology Public Health
  1. CDC recommends older adults receive a second Covid-19 vaccine in the spring, especially those over 65.
  2. The majority of people hospitalized for Covid-19 were not up-to-date on their annual vaccine, with specific risk factors common among them.
  3. Vaccine coverage challenges in the US stem from concerns like unknown side effects, lack of trust, and physician recommendations.

When Inner Knowing directs us in Ways that Make No Sense

The Leadership Lab • 177 implied HN points • 28 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Wellness Integrity Emotional Intelligence Decision-making
  1. Integrity involves energetic wholeness, energy flow, congruence, and alignment, allowing for the full flow of energy and aliveness.
  2. Denying impulses can lead to complexity and drama in life, it's important to honor and confront our deepest wants.
  3. In decision-making, focus on learning about yourself and staying present in the process, moving beyond the idea of right or wrong answers.

UK COVID data, week starting 13th February

Logging the World • 259 implied HN points • 16 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Data Long Covid Hospitalizations
  1. Acknowledgment that the 'Russian roulette model' of Long COVID does not align with data, suggesting underselling of the observed effects
  2. Observation of a slow growth phase in COVID numbers driven by the XBB.1.5 variant, with a notable share of sequenced cases consisting of this strain
  3. Hospital data reflecting a slow growth phase in COVID admissions, with the rate of increase remaining slower than a 4-week doubling pace

Burning questions: Why the ways we think about our metabolism are all wrong

Brain Pizza • 331 implied HN points • 22 Dec 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Metabolism Diet Exercise Nutrition Health Science
  1. Metabolism is more complex than simply burning calories. It’s affected by what we eat, how active we are, and even our age.
  2. The advice to 'eat less and exercise more' doesn’t work for many people and can lead to feelings of guilt. Our bodies just don’t function that way.
  3. Physical activity is still very important for health but doesn’t burn as many calories as commonly believed. Understanding how our metabolism operates can help us use exercise better.

Who Says Dieting Fails Most Of The Time?

Weight and Healthcare • 1198 implied HN points • 06 Nov 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Dieting Weight Loss Research Health Outcomes Body positivity
  1. Various studies from different time periods show that intentional weight loss through dieting has a high failure rate, with most individuals regaining lost weight within a few years.
  2. Even when weight loss is achieved, it may not necessarily lead to improved health outcomes or reduced mortality risks, compared to focusing on behaviors like exercise and healthy eating.
  3. The research emphasizes the importance of moving away from the traditional focus on body size manipulation to a more evidence-based approach that supports people's health through behavior changes and access to resources.

Cancer, IV Drips, and the Glutathione-Vitamin C Connection

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 738 implied HN points • 23 Jul 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Cancer Balance Glutathione
  1. High-dose intravenous vitamin C can selectively kill cancer cells and save sepsis patients, acting as a pro-oxidant in cancer and an antioxidant in sepsis.
  2. Oral doses of vitamin C can increase oxalate levels, indicating a delicate balance with glutathione is needed.
  3. Maintaining a delicate balance between vitamin C and glutathione is crucial for health, especially for immunity, while also being cautious of generating oxalate.

The Story Behind My New Book: Desire, Failure and DMT

The Bigger Picture • 898 implied HN points • 04 May 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychedelics Mental health Wellness Personal Development Therapy
  1. Participating in a study on psychedelics like DMT led to a transformative experience and a book deal.
  2. The book 'The Bigger Picture' explores how psychedelics can help us navigate current societal challenges.
  3. The journey of pursuing writing, facing failures, and eventually landing a book deal showcases the importance of persistence and adapting to change.

The Placebo Paradox: Why Placebos Are Ineffective In Psychedelic Research

Tripsitter • 79 implied HN points • 20 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychedelics Placebo effect Research Methods Clinical Trials
  1. Researchers struggle with placebo controls in psychedelic trials due to the unmistakable subjective experiences and physiological effects of psychedelics, making blinding participants difficult.
  2. The power of expectations and beliefs influence the effectiveness of psychedelics, leading to challenges in maintaining placebo controls and interpreting trial results.
  3. Alternative approaches in psychedelic research involve creating placebo psychedelic experiences or comparing psychedelics directly to established treatments, offering potential solutions to traditional placebo limitations.

Sick Day

Mets Fix • 117 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Health
  1. The author is taking a sick day due to flu-like symptoms.
  2. Prior to this, the author mentions being generally healthy.
  3. The post indicates a 7-day free trial for readers.

Designer Drug Exposé: Amphetamines & Other Stimulants

Tripsitter • 139 implied HN points • 04 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Designer Drugs Psychedelics
  1. Stimulants like amphetamines boost certain brain chemicals to increase alertness and energy. Cocaine, meth, and MDMA are well-known, but there are many more stimulants available.
  2. The use of stimulating herbs like ma huang dates back to ancient China for treating conditions like asthma and congestion.
  3. Designer amphetamines, fluorinated amphetamines, synthetic cathinones ("Bath Salts"), and MDXX class compounds are popular in the designer drug market, offering a range of effects from stimulant to psychedelic.

Vitamins and Minerals 101 Premium

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 778 implied HN points • 27 Jun 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Vitamins Minerals Metabolism
  1. The course 'Vitamins and Minerals 101 Premium' is designed to take learners from beginner to intermediate level in understanding vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids.
  2. The course offers the first three lessons for free, with the remaining reserved for Masterpass members.
  3. Vitamins play diverse and crucial roles in the body, from supporting immunity and brain health to energy metabolism and skin health.

i know i should fix my toe fungus, and yet

Both Are True • 152 implied HN points • 28 May 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Health Self-help Wellness Mental health Lifestyle
  1. People often ignore problems even when they know they should fix them. For example, toe fungus is not pleasant, yet it can take time to seek help.
  2. Sometimes we feel frustrated when family members try to help us with our issues, even if we really need it. It's a common reaction to feel defensive instead of accepting support.
  3. Procrastination can lead to ongoing issues that become more complicated. Making a plan and actually following through is key to overcoming challenges.

Lab Tests

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 219 implied HN points • 14 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Metabolism Testing
  1. Comprehensive lab tests can help identify nutritional deficiencies and energy metabolism issues.
  2. A simple DIY home test for molybdenum deficiency can be done with basic equipment and a supplement.
  3. Interpreting the Genova Methylation Panel requires going beyond the report's interpretive section to uncover patterns.

Friday Q&A: On How Long to Take Antidepressants; Aging & Acceptance; Shame at the Doctor's Office, & Sleep.

Are You Okay? • 299 implied HN points • 03 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Healthy aging
  1. The duration of taking antidepressants varies depending on the individual's situation and needs. Medication is not always a standalone solution and should be complemented with behavioral, chemical, and/or environmental changes.
  2. For seniors experiencing distressing changes like vision and hearing loss, it's important to communicate openly with their doctor about their needs for support and understanding rather than just medical solutions.
  3. Doctors should listen to patients, offer reassurance based on facts, and address the emotional needs of patients in addition to providing medical advice and solutions.

Nutrition & Health News This Week

Unsettled Science • 772 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Dietary Guidelines Obesity Longevity
  1. Harvard longevity expert David Sinclair faced challenges in his career due to questions about the science behind his longevity claims for resveratrol, affecting his reputation and leading to his resignation.
  2. Recent dietary guidelines in Germany emphasizing less meat and dairy in favor of grains and vegetables have raised concerns among experts, including questioning the soundness of these plant-based recommendations.
  3. A study using data from the influential Nurses Health Study at Harvard School of Public Health revealed that even those who followed U.S. dietary guidelines on fat consumption still gained weight, shedding doubt on the effectiveness of these dietary recommendations.

Why Are We Getting Fatter? | Part I: Diet Advice, Health Trends & Informational Obesity

Mind & Matter • 157 implied HN points • 12 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Obesity Diet Metabolism Nutrition Exercise
  1. The rise in obesity rates continues despite no increase in calorie consumption or decrease in physical activity.
  2. There is a lot of conflicting diet advice and information overload, leading to confusion and misinformation.
  3. Metabolic health can be affected by various factors like body fat, food intake, and specific macronutrient composition of the diet.

TGIF: Nutrition News

Unsettled Science • 818 implied HN points • 16 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Weight Loss Diet Obesity Military
  1. Ketogenic diet can help reduce alcohol cravings based on a small study, which also showed benefits in mice and humans.
  2. NIH is investing $190 million in short-term nutrition studies with questionable value, sparking concerns about meaningful data and focus.
  3. Weight-loss prescriptions among U.S. service members, along with rising obesity rates in military, raise questions about the effectiveness of current dietary guidelines and the impact on national security.

The Mexican Dream Herb: Calea zacatechichi 🌱🌙

Tripsitter • 59 implied HN points • 17 Apr 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Herbal Medicine Psychedelics Side Effects Precautions
  1. The Mexican Dream Herb, Calea zacatechichi, is known for enhancing dream vividness and helping in lucid dreaming.
  2. Traditional shamans use Calea for ceremonial purposes and other benefits like relief from digestive disorders.
  3. Using Calea can lead to hyper-realistic and coherent dreams by affecting sleep stages N1 and REM, which can help in extracting knowledge from dreams.

Current Beliefs, Suspicions and Confusions

The Heart Attack Diet • 99 implied HN points • 18 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Diet Metabolism Nutrition Weight management
  1. Man's natural state includes unconscious weight control and ample energy; modern lifestyles may derail this.
  2. Avoiding polyunsaturated fats and embracing natural foods like animal fats, salt, and moderate carbohydrates may be beneficial.
  3. Experimentation is key to understanding personal health; questions about metabolism, sulphite intolerance, and weight set-points remain.

Ketamine Science: Dirty Drugs, Dissociation, & Depression

Tripsitter • 159 implied HN points • 09 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Pharmacology Pain management Depression
  1. Ketamine is a "dirty drug" with unique effects on the body and mind, causing dissociation and a powerful anesthetic effect, but with fewer side effects compared to other anesthetics.
  2. Ketamine shows promise as a rapid and unique antidepressant, working on neuroplasticity and enhancing brain recovery, although its mechanisms and effectiveness vary among individuals.
  3. Ketamine has analgesic properties, particularly effective for certain pain conditions like the wind-up phenomenon, through its action on NMDA receptors in the spinal cord.

From Leaf to Life: The Conversation We Should Be Having Around Kratom 🌱

Tripsitter • 219 implied HN points • 08 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Harm Reduction Drug Safety Pharmacology Regulation
  1. Regulators have targeted kratom in attempts to ban it, but public backlash has prevented complete bans so far.
  2. Kratom is seen as a tool for harm reduction due to its potential as an alternative to prescription painkillers, but it carries risks and should be used carefully.
  3. Misinformation and misrepresentation of kratom-related deaths have fueled the stigma around the plant, highlighting the need for proper regulation and education rather than outright bans.

Medically Cleared

Splattern • 119 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Medical care Injury prevention Physical activity Nutrition
  1. Both Anthony and I went to a medical clinic to get checked out. He learned he had a mild injury and can still pursue his job as a mountain guide, while I found out I just have tendonitis and need to be careful about my running.
  2. I'm considering switching from jogging with a stroller to biking. Biking would be easier on my body and let me travel further without worrying about injuries.
  3. I need to plan my trips better and listen to my body. Slowing down and taking breaks can help prevent injury, and I'm excited to try skiing without all the gear I used before.

Coaching Toolkit: Sitting With the Unknown

Tech and Tea • 82 implied HN points • 21 Aug 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Personal Growth Coaching Mindfulness Self-care
  1. It's okay to not have a plan during big life changes. Embracing the unknown can lead to exciting new opportunities.
  2. Many people rush through uncomfortable times instead of reflecting on what they really want. Taking a pause can help clarify your true desires.
  3. Practicing self-care, like getting enough sleep and journaling, helps create a calm space to think through uncertainty and make better decisions.