Recognizing the Signs of Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism can be difficult to identify initially. Symptoms develop gradually. Many symptoms, such as exhaustion, overlap with other conditions. You might attribute them to normal aging or stress. These symptoms occur because your thyroid gland has stopped functioning properly. It’s no longer producing sufficient thyroid hormone, which plays a role in regulating numerous bodily systems.… read on >
Are You Making This Expensive Thermostat Error This Winter?
The annual dilemma returns: What’s the optimal winter heating temperature? Balancing comfort, expenses, and energy efficiency remains a perennial winter challenge, though this year presents unique complications. La Niña—the climate pattern that, alongside its unruly counterpart El Niño—influences weather patterns throughout North America, is making an appearance this winter. La Niña typically delivers colder, wetter… read on >
6 Health Beverages That Can Actually Spike Your Blood Sugar
Numerous widely consumed drinks promoted for their wellness properties can actually elevate your blood glucose levels and increase your type 2 diabetes risk. The key is enjoying them sparingly as part of a balanced, nutritious eating plan. 1. Energy Beverages and Concentrated Shots Energy beverages often contain substantial amounts of added sweeteners—including sucrose, dextrose, or… 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 >
