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Pandemics Don't Wait. These Plants Could Save Your Life.

OK Doomer • 96 implied HN points • 28 Jan 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Public Health Herbal Medicine Preventive Care Natural remedies Infectious Diseases
  1. Plants can help protect us from infections, especially during pandemics. They're a natural alternative when vaccines and treatments are hard to access.
  2. Some plant compounds work really well against illnesses, sometimes even as good as popular medications like Tamiflu.
  3. It's important to use these plant supplements correctly and talk to a doctor if you're already on medication. They are not meant for long-term use and should be taken when you might be exposed to illness.

The psychology of midlife

The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie • 6689 implied HN points • 29 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychology Menopause Self-discovery Transition Emotions
  1. The midlife transition is a period of questioning and self-discovery, often coinciding with perimenopause, leading to existential angst and a search for meaning.
  2. Emotional correlates of the midlife transition can include a decline in happiness, aimlessness, self-doubt, boredom, and concerns about aging and death.
  3. Navigating the midlife transition involves embracing the challenges and exploring synchronicities, dreams, and solitude to find a new story and purpose in life.

In Partial Grudging Defense Of Some Aspects Of Therapy Culture

Astral Codex Ten • 9979 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Therapy Mental health Self-discovery Emotions Personal Growth
  1. Therapy culture emphasizes finding your true self and making changes if needed.
  2. Alexithymia can apply to emotions and preferences, making some individuals disconnected from themselves.
  3. Therapy culture may help individuals access their preferences, but it can also lead to false beliefs about a 'truer self'.

VAIDS RISING: If Official Data Claims COVID-19 Cases Are Decreasing Nationwide, Then Why Are Hospitals In Massachusetts On The Verge Of Collapse?

2nd Smartest Guy in the World • 3518 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Hospitals Vaccines Public Health Medical Misinformation
  1. Hospitals in Massachusetts are on the verge of collapse despite decreasing COVID-19 cases nationwide.
  2. The VAIDS epidemic is leading to overwhelming hospitalizations, with various hospitals struggling with patient overflow.
  3. It's suggested to avoid vaccines and use repurposed drugs and supplements to protect against illnesses like flu and RSV.
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Three years in: a clinician’s perspective

Parents with Inconvenient Truths about Trans (PITT) • 3282 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Therapy Gender Dysphoria
  1. Working with young people going through gender transition can be challenging due to their strong beliefs and reactions.
  2. Therapists also need to navigate the emotions and expectations of parents who seek help for their children's gender dysphoria.
  3. Clinicians working with transgender youth face unique pressures in a professional and political climate that may not always support their ethical principles.

The Smoke Detector Principle: The Evolutionary Advantage of Overreaction

Rob Henderson's Newsletter • 1344 implied HN points • 14 Jan 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Anxiety Depression Psychology Evolution
  1. Anxiety is more common in wealthy countries, particularly among educated people with white-collar jobs. It seems to be a problem that affects many people today.
  2. Clinical depression rates have reached a new high, especially among young adults and college students. Understanding depression can be important since it greatly affects people's lives.
  3. Both anxiety and depression have seen significant increases over the past decade. It's crucial to discuss and learn more about these issues to find better ways to cope.

mRNA Vaccine Induced Turbo Cancer Tsunami is underway - and it's driven by young people - American Cancer Society is engaging in a "limited hangout" - reality is much, much worse!

COVID Intel - by Dr.William Makis • 3675 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Cancer
  1. New cancer diagnoses in the U.S. are expected to exceed 2 million for the first time in 2024, with a rise in cancers among young Americans.
  2. Doctors are investigating the reasons behind the increase in young cancer patients and noticing more aggressive diseases at diagnosis.
  3. Individuals under 50 years old are the only age group showing an increase in overall cancer incidence.

Family Week

Ladyparts • 1058 implied HN points • 30 May 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Addiction Recovery Betrayal Self-reflection
  1. The author realized her partner was an addict and had been lying about various things, impacting her trust and perception of their relationship.
  2. It is important to share stories of betrayal and shame as a way to heal, reclaim power, and counteract unwarranted shame.
  3. The experience with the addict partner highlighted the complexities of trust, betrayal, and the challenges of recognizing deceit even in close relationships.

"Can you tweet my paper" vs. "Here are some edits, no need to add me"

Sensible Medicine • 3360 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Medicine Academic Training Selflessness Reputation
  1. There are two types of people in medicine: those who seek promotion and those who selflessly help with edits.
  2. In academic medicine, it's important to distinguish between those who want you to promote their work and those who genuinely help you improve yours.
  3. Trainees in medicine should surround themselves with people willing to offer constructive feedback without expecting credit.

A FAT TALK Love Note

Burnt Toast by Virginia Sole-Smith • 6505 implied HN points • 03 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Body positivity Self-care Mental health
  1. The author's book Burnt Toast became a New York Times bestseller, leading to emotional reactions and celebrations.
  2. The community's support played a crucial role in the book's success, impacting various individuals and professionals in positive ways.
  3. The author expresses gratitude and pride for the collective effort that contributed to the book's achievement.

CALAMARI Clots and Abnormal Blood Clots in the COVID-19 mRNA Vaccinated - 26 shocking photos and theories in the published literature

COVID Intel - by Dr.William Makis • 3321 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Vaccines Medical Literature
  1. The post discusses CALAMARI clots and abnormal blood clots in COVID-19 mRNA vaccinated individuals.
  2. There are 26 shocking photos and theories presented in the published literature.
  3. The post mentions that readers can continue reading by subscribing for a 7-day free trial.

The Evidence that Established Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery is Worth Studying

Sensible Medicine • 3459 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Surgery Cardiology
  1. Some old trials showed no significant survival advantage of coronary artery bypass surgery over medical therapy for stable coronary disease.
  2. Subgroup analyses and crossovers in these trials may have influenced the perception of bypass surgery's effectiveness.
  3. A meta-analysis combining data from these trials showed a significant mortality reduction with bypass surgery, especially in certain patient subgroups.

An Exciting New Approach to Autoimmune Diseases

Ground Truths • 11985 implied HN points • 17 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness
  1. Tolerogenic vaccines aim to suppress the immune response, offering a new approach to autoimmune diseases.
  2. Current treatments block the immune system with drugs, lacking specificity and leaving patients vulnerable to infections and side effects.
  3. Leveraging the liver's unique tolerogenic environment shows potential in inducing immune tolerance as a treatment for autoimmune conditions.

Do you need to reinvent – or should you just cut yourself some slack?!

The Shift With Sam Baker • 3854 implied HN points • 04 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-Improvement Mindfulness Well-being
  1. Reinvention is a popular theme for New Year's resolutions, but it's worth questioning why you feel the need to reinvent something in your life.
  2. Consider what aspects of your life truly need change and why before jumping into reinventing yourself.
  3. Don't feel pressured to follow trends like 'New Year, New You' if it doesn't resonate with you; it's okay to not feel the need to constantly reinvent yourself.

Why Taylor Swift is Good for Your Health

Are You Okay? • 2496 implied HN points • 04 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-compassion Emotional Healing Healthy Habits Personal Growth
  1. Taylor Swift's impact is not just about her music or fame, but her ability to connect with people on a deep emotional level, reminding them of their humanity.
  2. Facing and exploring past emotions and experiences, even those from teenage years, can be crucial for personal growth and well-being.
  3. Practicing self-compassion, accepting imperfections, and seeking help are essential steps towards a healthier and more authentic life.

Semaglutide Kind of Life

Freddie deBoer • 5662 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Medication Weight management Exercise Mental health
  1. The author started taking a medication called Rybelsus due to metabolic problems caused by long-term use of psychiatric medications and physical limitations.
  2. The author's struggles with weight management, loss of control due to inability to lift weights, and the significant cost of medication highlight the challenges they face in trying to maintain their health.
  3. Regular monitoring and support from professionals are essential for the author's well-being, despite concerns about societal judgment around medication use.

Granted: The case for slow replies, and insights on facing fear and finding hope

Granted • 6149 implied HN points • 01 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Mental health Personal Growth Podcasts Leadership
  1. Weekends and holidays are for rejoicing, not just for recovering from burnout.
  2. Anonymous gestures of hope, psychology of anxiety overcoming, and impact of daily interactions are key to finding hope and facing fears.
  3. Slow email replies do not indicate lack of care; it's often a result of overwhelming work demands in an 'always on' culture.

Why You Should Track Your Diet in Cronometer

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 1018 implied HN points • 28 May 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Self-experimentation
  1. Tracking your diet in Cronometer helps you ensure you meet nutritional targets like protein, fat, carbs, vitamins, and minerals.
  2. Using Cronometer for self-experimentation provides insights by manipulating food components and controlling variables to observe changes.
  3. Cronometer offers precision in tracking, allowing for detailed analysis of nutritional intake which aids in making informed dietary adjustments.

BREAKING: American Cancer Society Projects Cancer Diagnoses To Exceed 2 Million Cases For First Time Ever In 2024

2nd Smartest Guy in the World • 3400 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Cancer Vaccines Natural remedies Public Health Medical Research
  1. American Cancer Society projects over 2 million cancer diagnoses for the first time in 2024
  2. Younger individuals are increasingly being diagnosed with colorectal cancer
  3. Discussion on alternative drugs like Ivermectin and Fenbendazole for potential cancer treatment

"The greatest fear among vaccinologists is the creation of a vaccine that is not only ineffective, but which exacerbates disease. Unfortunately, CoV vaccines have a history of enhancing disease..."

2nd Smartest Guy in the World • 3301 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Research Adverse Effects Public Health
  1. Vaccines have a history of enhancing disease, rather than just being ineffective.
  2. Research studies have shown severe side effects in animals from certain vaccines.
  3. The emergency authorization of vaccines bypassed normal trial processes, raising concerns.

I Was Told to Approve All Teen Gender Transitions. I Refused.

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 6649 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Therapy Gender Dysphoria Mental health
  1. Independent publications and individual testimonies have been instrumental in shedding light on the complexities of 'gender-affirming' care.
  2. The increase in lawsuits from young individuals highlights the significant consequences of life-altering treatments.
  3. Therapist Tamara Pietzke's experience reveals concerns about the current trend of 'affirmative care' for youth with gender dysphoria, urging a reevaluation of therapeutic approaches.

YLE milestone, Red Dye #3, air quality in LA, raw cat food, and more on alcohol.

Your Local Epidemiologist • 1187 implied HN points • 17 Jan 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Public Health Nutrition Epidemiology Environmental health Policy
  1. The FDA has banned Red Dye No. 3 from food and drugs because it was linked to cancer in lab animals. Even though it's mostly gone already, some products in stores still have it.
  2. Air quality can be misleading after wildfires. Just because the air is rated as 'healthy' doesn't mean it's safe, as many harmful pollutants might still be present.
  3. Moderate drinking might not be as safe as we thought. Recent reports suggest that even one drink a day could increase health risks, especially if there are other health issues involved.

The Body as Referee

Seven Senses • 399 implied HN points • 21 Jul 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Physical health Self-care Emotional Wellbeing Stress management
  1. Our emotions and stress levels can really affect our bodies. What we feel inside can show up as physical pain or illness.
  2. It's important to listen to our bodies and recognize our limits. Sometimes, our bodies know we need a break even if our minds don't realize it.
  3. Balancing hard work with self-care can be tough. It's okay to take a pause and rest instead of always pushing ourselves to keep going.

How the press manufactured consent for never-ending COVID reinfections

The Gauntlet • 3970 implied HN points • 22 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Public Health Media influence Long Covid
  1. The press helped create a false narrative about the severity and implications of continuing COVID infections, downplaying risks and long-term effects.
  2. Misinformation and changing narratives from media outlets influenced public perception and acceptance of repeated COVID infections.
  3. The normalization of illness and demonization of preventive measures during the Biden administration has led to a lack of focus on community health and solidified a divide between 'vulnerable' and 'normal' populations.

Friday Reflection 35: Why Don’t Doctors Want to See Patients?

Sensible Medicine • 2987 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Medicine Burnout Responsibility Empathy
  1. Being a doctor is a challenging and high-stress job, dealing with patients and their families every day.
  2. The responsibility of being a doctor means always needing to perform at your best, even on bad days.
  3. Doctors often feel overwhelmed by the limitations in fixing the underlying societal issues that contribute to their patients' health problems.