Understanding the Connection Between Anxiety and Depression
Experiencing both depression and anxiety simultaneously is relatively common. Studies indicate that 60% of individuals living with anxiety also experience depressive symptoms. This percentage holds true for people with depression who also show signs of anxiety. While anxiety and depression are separate conditions, they frequently co-occur. This combination can complicate symptoms. Fortunately, both conditions often… read on >
Strengthening Your Relationship: Practical Strategies
Honest dialogue, genuine interest, personal pursuits, and collaboration represent just some approaches for cultivating a healthy partnership. Success also hinges on understanding your requirements and your partner’s. Healthy relationships don’t follow a universal template. We all have distinct requirements. Your specific preferences regarding crucial relationship elements may evolve over time. What allows a relationship to… read on >
How Daily Prunes Can Influence Cholesterol and Inflammation
While prunes have long been recognized for their digestive benefits, emerging research indicates they may also support healthy cholesterol levels and help combat inflammation. The Heart-Protective Properties of Prunes Incorporating prunes into your daily routine may help optimize cholesterol levels while decreasing oxidative stress and inflammatory responses. Oxidative stress develops when your cells lack sufficient… read on >
New Female Crash Dummy Aims to Make Cars Safer for Women
For decades, car safety tests were built around the body of an average man from the 1970s. Now, federal officials are taking a step to better protect women behind the wheel. The U.S. Transportation Department has approved a new female crash test dummy called THOR-05F, designed to better reflect how women’s bodies respond in a… read on > read on >
Quitting a GLP-1 Before Pregnancy Linked to Higher Weight Gain, Complications
Women who stop taking a GLP-1 weight loss/diabetes medication just prior to a pregnancy appear to be at higher odds for excess weight gain and complications while pregnant, new research shows. As the study authors pointed out, potential risks to the fetus of using a GLP-1 while pregnant remain unclear, so current recommendations advise discontinuing… read on > read on >
