Kim Johnson Hatchett, MD, is board-certified neurologist in Kansas City, Missouri, and recently posted on TikTok about the scariest thing she sees in her patients, who range in age from their 30s on up to 100. Here’s her story, as told to health writer Maressa Brown. As a neurologist, there’s one thing that concerns me […]
After Suni Lee won gold in the women’s gymnastics individual all-around final at the Tokyo Olympics, the Paris Games felt like a natural next step—a shoo-in, even—until a sudden bout of painful and distressing symptoms turned her world upside-down (and not in the adrenaline-fueled, mat-flip kind of way). Last year, the now 21-year-old gymnast was […]
In their middle age, many women encounter symptoms that could either herald the onset of menopause or signal other underlying health conditions. It is a period marked by uncertainty, where symptoms like hot flushes, night sweats, and mood swings become common. While these are traditionally viewed as signs of menopause, they can also be indicative […]
Knowing how different foods affect your body can be good for your health. But when this interest becomes an obsession with only eating “healthy” or “clean” foods and feeling intense fear about eating anything labelled “junk” or “bad,” it is called orthorexia nervosa. Orthorexia is a pathological fixation on eating only “pure” or “clean” foods. […]
Healthy ageing is about sustaining functional ability and well-being as you age. One can achieve it by prioritising physical, social, emotional, and cognitive health. There is a common misconception that healthy ageing means being completely free from illness or weakness. However, effectively managing health conditions can minimise their impact on overall well-being. It is never […]
The sensation of hunger is a natural signal from your body indicating the need for food. While most people can comfortably go several hours between meals without feeling hungry, exceptions exist. At times, hunger may strike even when there is no actual need for food or calories. In such instances, factors such as an inadequate […]
Maintaining overall health and well-being relies significantly on good nutrition. Ideally, people should obtain all necessary nutrients from their diets. However, for various reasons, including medical restrictions and personal preferences, many people may find it beneficial to use health supplements to fulfil their daily nutritional requirements. Given the hectic nature and challenges of modern living, […]
Ice baths, a practice as chilling as it sounds, have surged in popularity across a spectrum of society, from elite athletes to wellness advocates. This cold therapy, rooted in the ancient wisdom of Greek and Roman physicians, has transcended time to become a modern-day phenomenon. Its appeal lies in its simplicity and also in the […]
Modern medicine usually focuses on treating people when they have a disease or show signs of illness. The treatment, especially for chronic conditions, mainly involves using pharmaceuticals or surgery to reduce symptoms rather than addressing the underlying issues. Nutritional therapy takes a different approach, often following a functional medicine approach. Its goal is to identify […]
The concept of gut health encompasses the effective functioning and overall condition of your gastrointestinal system. It stretches from the oesophagus all the way to the lower intestines. This intricate system is pivotal in digesting the food you consume into essential nutrients that fuel your body. Within your gastrointestinal tract resides a vast and diverse […]