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The 3 Ways Cognitive Decline Can Go
There is not a “one-size fits all” model of cognitive decline, but when it comes to Alzheimer’s, there are three clear pathways that cognitive decline can take. So, what are they? This makes a big difference Researchers (Dr. Reisa Sperling et al.) found that people’s cognitive decline trajectories cluster into the following three groups: Now,…The Alzheimer’s Symptoms That Start Outside Your Brain
Movement issues in Alzheimer’s may start outside the brain; weight loss drugs using GIP and glucagon could outperform GLP-1s; lab-grown liver tissue shows lifesaving promise.Is It Beneficial To Tape Joints For Workouts?
Kinesio tape fails to boost strength, circulation, or pain relief when exercising—studies show effects are negligible, with skin irritation being the most common outcome.
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What World Menopause Day Might Mean For You
Today, at time of writing, it’s World Menopause Day, and here are two things that are both true: So, what was that about menopause and heart health? Not nearly so well-known as the association between untreated menopause and osteoporosis, untreated menopause also has a big influence on heart disease risk. And, to be clear, not… -
Can Your Gut Microbiome Really Improve Your Skin?
Dr. Andrea Suarez, dermatologist, takes us through the science of what’s real: The big picture of the little picture First things first: the gut-skin connection itself is a real thing. By this we mean, the gut microbiome, a community of bacteria, fungi, viruses, yeast, and archaea, interacts with the immune system and can influence inflammatory… -
Peach vs Strawberries – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing peaches to strawberries, we picked the strawberries. Why? In terms of macros, peaches have more carbs while strawberries have more fiber. The differences aren’t huge, but are at least compelling enough to call this round a nominal win for strawberries. In the category of vitamins, peaches have more of vitamins A,… -
How Much Difference Does Choice Of Anesthetic Make, For Surgery Recovery?
Having a major surgery can be quite nerve-wracking (this writer had one six months and one week ago at time of writing, and yes, I was very anxious about it), and most certainly, we want everything to go perfectly. Anything that can be made better, safer, easier, we want it. So, given the complexities associated… -
Why Anterior Pelvic Tilt In Women Is Usually Not A Posture Problem (& What To Do)
Dr. Amy Konvalin, physical therapist, explains: No Ifs or Butts Very often, anterior pelvic tilt is less about posture per se, and more about tight hip flexors and weak glutes, and can contribute to lower back pain, hip pain, and pelvic floor pressure during activities such as lifting groceries, or children, or grandchildren. As for… -
Celeriac vs Eggplant – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing celeriac to eggplant, we picked the celeriac. Why? We are getting into the vegetables-less-used, aren’t we? But celeriac has its merits: In terms of macros, celeriac has very slightly more protein and eggplant has very slightly more fiber, and/but it’s all close enough that we consider this round a tie. In… -
The Common Chemicals That Can Affect Breast Development
…and other items from this week’s health science news: Were you aware of these? The hidden problem: sometimes, a substance might not be too dangerous by itself, and so doesn’t get outright banned, but can become dangerous in the presence of certain other substances. In a recent study, breast tissue organoids were exposed to individual… -
The Easy 20-Minute Pasta That’s High Protein & High Fiber
Dr. Rupy Aujla, “The Kitchen Doctor”, takes us through how to do it: The Doctor is in (the kitchen) Step by step: Or if you prefer a visual walkthrough, then here it is: Click Here If The Embedded Video Doesn’t Load Automatically! Want to learn more? You might also like: Sick of eating the same… -
Apricot vs Kiwi – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing apricots to kiwi, we picked the kiwi. Why? Both are great! But… In terms of macros, kiwi has more fiber and carbs, as well as the better ratio of fiber:carbs, and so wins this round. In the category of vitamins, apricot has more of vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, and B5,… -
His & Hers Skin Products—Is There A Meaningful Difference?
It’s Q&A Day at 10almonds! Have a question or a request? We love to hear from you! In cases where we’ve already covered something, we might link to what we wrote before, but will always be happy to revisit any of our topics again in the future too—there’s always more to say! As ever: if… -
How To Stay Healthy In Fall (8 Simple Habits)
Dr. Ruth Machin shares her recipe for seasonal wellness: 8 ways to do it How many of these do you do? How many could you do? For more on all of this, enjoy: Click Here If The Embedded Video Doesn’t Load Automatically! Want to learn more? You might also like: ‘Tis To Season To Be… -
Okra vs Onion – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing okra to onion, we picked the okra. Why? Of these two mildly pungent vegetables, there is a clear winner in every category: In terms of macros, okra has nearly 2x the fiber and protein, while onion has very slightly more carbs. An easy win for okra. In the category of vitamins,… -
One Knee Injection To Treat Osteoarthritis?
The news here is about an early-phase clinical trial of CX-011, an investigational treatment given as a single injection into the knee joint to assess its safety, tolerability and potential to prevent cartilage deterioration in people with knee osteoarthritis (OA). So, with that in mind it is “treat” and not “cure”, but honestly, “treat” is… -
Add This To Your Daily Walk For Stronger Legs
Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, arthritis specialist physio, shows us how to stay strong: Take a seat (briefly) Walking on flat ground will generally not challenge your leg muscles enough to build strength, so the simple trick is to stop at a sturdy chair or bench, and stand up and sit down, to provide greater resistance. You… -
Kiwi vs Raspberries – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing kiwi to raspberries, we picked the raspberries. Why? This was pretty even in most categories! But… In terms of macros, kiwi has slightly more carbs while raspberries have more than 2x the fiber. An easy win for raspberries. In the category of vitamins, kiwi has more of vitamins A, B9, C,… -
How Much Can A Handful Of Walnuts Help vs Inflammation, Really?
“Eat this food because it has anti-inflammatory properties” is common health advice, but looking at the numbers, sometimes we may be given to wonder how useful it is, given the alternative of taking anti-oxidant (and thus usually anti-inflammatory) supplements that have much higher dosages. But sometimes, getting things from food is best, even if often… -
This Weird-Looking Routine Unlocks Stiff Hips After 50
Will Harlow, the over-50s specialist physio, has a surprisingly beneficial morning routine for us: The “hip reset” routine First, test your internal hip rotation: sit near the edge of a sturdy chair with your knees bent and thighs level, then move each foot outward while keeping your thigh still to assess how far your hip… -
Edamame vs Kidney Beans – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing edamame to kidney beans, we picked the edamame. Why? In terms of macros, edamame has slightly more protein, while kidney beans have slightly more fiber and nearly 3x the carbs. So, which wins this round will come down to a subjective assessment of how those carbs fit into your preferred way… -
The Sleep Problem That We Often Miss
This educational article is kindly sponsored by Otifleks, who’ve asked us to write an article about sleep disruption. We’ve talked a lot about healthy sleep at 10almonds over the years, including about how there are many factors more important than just duration. Which is important, as a lot of people focus on duration to the… -
Peanuts Against Insulin Resistance!
Obviously, if you have a peanut allergy then this one is certainly not for you. Although, if that’s the case, then you might want to check out: Peanut Allergy Diagnoses Have Been Halved: What Did They Do? ← and for once no, the answer isn’t “they changed the testing/diagnostic criteria to get numbers that look… -
Beyond Sunlight: How Does Your Body Know What Time It is?
The body observes a lot more than most people think: Zeitgebers External stimuli such as light, food, noise, and temperature, known as Zeitgebers (timegivers), help synchronize internal rhythms with the environment, while morning light suppresses melatonin and influences hormones and brain activity involved in regulating sleep and wakefulness. For this reason… As for that brain…
