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Have More Sex: my New York Times op-ed is live!

Many Such Cases • 499 implied HN points • 13 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Sexual Health Mental health Loneliness Cultural Issues Relationships
  1. Many people are having less sex, which is linked to feelings of loneliness and isolation. It's important to recognize that sex can be a way to connect with others and combat these feelings.
  2. The author encourages readers to think about their own relationships and sex lives. While they don't offer one-size-fits-all solutions, it's important to explore what might work for individuals.
  3. Creating a conversation around sex and connection is crucial. The author hopes to gather ideas and feedback to help address this issue further.

Questions on vitamin D sulfate, synthesis and recycling of BH4, and high-dose iron absorption

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 359 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Supplements Wellness Tips
  1. Get morning outdoor sunlight for circadian rhythm and some unprotected sunlight during the day without reddening, while avoiding burning, for vitamin D synthesis.
  2. Cofactors like zinc, magnesium, potassium, and niacin assist in synthesizing and recycling BH4, with folate and methylation playing no direct role.
  3. High-dose iron absorption can vary; 200mg in the morning absorbs faster but may cause gut issues, so starting lower and adjusting based on needs is advised.

Build rituals, not habits

Insight Axis • 217 implied HN points • 23 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Rituals Habits Intention Consciousness Mindfulness
  1. Building rituals is more impactful than building habits. Rituals carry conscious intention and awareness, making them more potent than habits.
  2. Ritualizing technical work, like coding or mathematics, can improve focus and clarity. Slowing down and being intentional in these tasks can lead to better outcomes.
  3. Debunk the belief that intentional actions are effortful. Being fully present in your activities, from the mundane to the complex, can bring aliveness without strain.
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Still lying to yourself?

Disaffected Newsletter • 619 implied HN points • 13 Dec 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-help Trauma Personal Growth
  1. It's okay to limit contact with abusive parents, even if it's hard to do so. You don't owe them understanding or forgiveness.
  2. Remember that your parents' mistakes are not your responsibility. Their behavior is not a reflection of your worth.
  3. Acknowledging the truth about your childhood hurts, but it’s a necessary step towards healing and finding a better life.

Learning from KC Chiefs Parade: Free virtual exercise for shootings at school events

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 99 implied HN points • 16 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness School Safety Emergency Management Training Risk Assessment Crisis response
  1. Emergency management exercises help test preparedness for various emergencies, like shootings at school events.
  2. Most school shootings stem from escalated disputes, not deliberate attacks targeting students.
  3. School officials need comprehensive planning beyond 'active shooter' strategies to effectively respond to emergencies.

Forget Chicken Soup for the Soul. Try Tomato Soup for the Brain.

Ladyparts • 419 implied HN points • 12 Jan 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Brain health Holistic health
  1. Dr. Annie Fenn switched from being an OB/Gyn to promoting brain health through food after noticing cognitive symptoms in menopausal women, sparking her interest to help prevent Alzheimer's through lifestyle choices and food.
  2. Eating for brain health is important at all stages of life - following a brain-healthy diet can reduce Alzheimer's risk, starting from midlife but also benefiting those over 65 and young adults.
  3. It's never too early or too late to take care of your brain - lifestyle habits laid down in young adulthood affect brain health, while a healthy diet may help prevent mild cognitive impairment, the earliest stage of Alzheimer's.

Congratulations* to American College of Gastroenterology for publishing "Cases of Autoimmune Hepatitis After Vaccination Against COVID-19" [PDF provided]

DrV’s Newsletter, Notes, Essays, Articles, Videos, and Book Chapters • 216 implied HN points • 20 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Disease Vaccination Research
  1. The study discusses cases of autoimmune hepatitis after COVID-19 vaccination.
  2. Medical professionals need to pay attention to these cases because they are not as rare as previously thought.
  3. There is a call for a better surveillance system to monitor these types of adverse events.

Mental Health Break

Visual Media Overlord • 216 implied HN points • 21 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. The author is taking a mental health break due to feeling overwhelmed and not like themselves.
  2. Considering pivoting the newsletter to be about photography instead of its current content.
  3. The author is feeling financial pressure and may need to change the newsletter to make money.

The NoYoYo Protocol

Prime Cuts Newsletter • 216 implied HN points • 25 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Loss Healthy Eating Mental health Physical activity
  1. Popular weight loss approaches may not be sustainable, leading to the YoYo Effect.
  2. The NoYo Protocol offers a blueprint for sustainable weight loss without the YoYo cycle.
  3. The protocol includes specific behaviors like eating high protein and fats, avoiding calorie restrictions, intermittent fasting, and focusing on the psychology of creating a lean self-concept.

Time to Upgrade to Full-blown Aluminum Hazmat Suits

Deep Fix • 216 implied HN points • 22 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Therapy Podcasts Art & Illustration Culture
  1. Social media is a major cause of mental illness in teen girls and screen addiction has negative consequences for many.
  2. Quality podcast interviews can lead to insightful conversations on topics like addiction and healing.
  3. Aesthetics are important for storytelling, emphasizing the value of human-made art over AI-generated creations.

Safeguarding

Bodies get in the way... • 216 implied HN points • 26 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Physical health Women's Health Parenting
  1. Mothers need safeguarding after childbirth to protect their vulnerability and privacy.
  2. De-sexed language and inclusive policies can blur the line and make it challenging to offer safe spaces for women in breastfeeding support groups.
  3. Leaders in breastfeeding support groups may face difficulties balancing inclusive policies with safeguarding women from harassment and unwanted male involvement.

The Modern Way of Escaping Your Problems: Working, Over-scheduling & Travel

The Hard Fork by Marvin Liao • 216 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-care Personal Growth Well-being Work-life balance
  1. Americans may overwork to avoid facing problems and maintain competitiveness.
  2. Busy schedules can be a way to escape dealing with personal issues and responsibilities.
  3. It's important to make time for reflection and think about solutions rather than constantly keeping busy.

What to do if you can’t accommodate a higher weight patient

Weight and Healthcare • 798 implied HN points • 20 Apr 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Body positivity Healthcare Inclusivity Patient Experience
  1. Perspective and attitude are crucial when handling situations where higher weight patients cannot be accommodated - blame should not be directed at the patient, but rather focus on addressing the lack of resources and tools for equitable care.
  2. Prevention is key - prioritize purchasing equipment that can accommodate patients of all sizes, communicate size/weight limits openly, and have protocols in place to handle situations where accommodation is not immediately possible.
  3. When accommodation isn't possible, have non-shaming protocols in place, take responsibility for the lack of accessibility, refer patients to other facilities that can accommodate them, and ensure a seamless and respectful experience for higher-weight patients.

Volume control

Beck of the Pack • 117 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Running Training Recovery Time management
  1. Training volume needs to be tailored to individual runners, even with similar abilities and goals.
  2. Training volume can increase over time as the body adapts, but recovery is key to avoid overtraining.
  3. Be cautious of running high mileage just for the sake of it, balance volume with quality workouts for optimal performance.

Weight Loss Research Should Be Five Years Long - At Least

Weight and Healthcare • 479 implied HN points • 22 Oct 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Loss Research Interventions Chronic Conditions Side Effects
  1. Weight loss research should be at least five years long to capture long-term outcomes accurately.
  2. The weight loss industry often conducts short-term studies that may overlook weight regain and potential harms of interventions.
  3. There is a need for systemic change in how weight loss interventions are researched and marketed to protect patients from ineffective and potentially harmful treatments.

7 Reasons to Stop Being Lazy in 2024

Litverse • 139 implied HN points • 27 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-help Productivity Motivation Inspiration Mindfulness
  1. Laziness is equated with greed and ugliness by the author, representing a lack of contribution to life
  2. Being idle leads to stagnation and loss of self, portraying idle people as uninteresting swamp creatures
  3. Earn your leisure by balancing work and relaxation, engaging in constructive leisure activities rather than aimless consumption

State of Affairs: March 12

Your Local Epidemiologist • 768 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Epidemiology Vaccines Diseases Public Health Preventive measures
  1. Measles cases are increasing, with outbreaks across various regions, underscoring the importance of vaccination and public health measures.
  2. Norovirus is surging in the Northern Hemisphere, causing stomach cramping, vomiting, and diarrhea, emphasizing the need for preventive measures like handwashing and surface cleaning.
  3. The flu season, particularly driven by flu strain B, has been moderate this year, highlighting the potential impact of political influences on vaccine uptake and the importance of public health efforts.

Habits I recommend

Disaffected Newsletter • 719 implied HN points • 11 Oct 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Habits Mindfulness Organization Productivity Lifestyle
  1. Start by organizing your tasks before diving in. This makes it easier to work without feeling overwhelmed.
  2. Always be prepared by keeping necessary items handy. Having your keys ready can save you from fumbling in the dark.
  3. Assign a specific spot for your belongings and stick to it. This helps reduce stress and creates a calmer environment.

Is Ketamine Psychedelic?

Tripsitter • 119 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychedelics Neurochemistry Mental health Therapy Consciousness
  1. The definition of what makes a substance psychedelic is changing, with ketamine now being considered part of the psychedelic therapy.
  2. The debate over whether ketamine is psychedelic focuses on the chemistry/pharmacology versus subjective experience of the drug.
  3. Ketamine induces mind-revealing states through its unique impact on the brain, even though it doesn't directly target the 5HT2A serotonin receptors like classical psychedelics.

ex_kempner review: CICO and FO

Experimental Fat Loss • 127 implied HN points • 22 Jun 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Dieting Nutrition Weight Loss Health Research
  1. A very low-calorie diet, like the Kempner rice diet, is extremely hard to stick to. People often feel constantly hungry and unsatisfied with their meals.
  2. Drastic calorie restrictions may lead to temporary weight loss but often result in rapid weight gain once normal eating resumes. This can create a cycle of yo-yo dieting.
  3. Individual experiences with diets can vary greatly. Some people might succeed on a strict diet while others struggle, highlighting that dieting is not one-size-fits-all.