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'Japanese Walking' May Improve Blood Pressure and Muscle Strength

3 days ago | verywellhealth.com | Fran Kritz |Jennifer Klump

Nearly 20 years ago, Japanese researchers developed “interval walking training,” a simple routine that alternates between slow and fast walking. Now known as “Japanese walking,” the practice has been shown to improve aerobic capacity (VO2max), lower blood pressure, and help regulate blood sugar.
The Ingredient That Keeps Ice Cream From Melting Could Be Messing Up Your Gut

1 week ago | verywellhealth.com | Fran Kritz |Jennifer Klump

There's one key ingredient that keeps ice cream from melting and peanut butter from separating: emulsifiers. They're used in thousands of food products, but emerging research suggests these common additives may be linked to health risks. Studies have linked emulsifiers to a higher risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer. Synthetic emulsifiers may also contribute to inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) by disrupting the gut microbiome.
What Is 'Ozempic Tongue'?

1 week ago | verywellhealth.com | Fran Kritz |Jennifer Klump

Some people using GLP-1 drugs say they have a persistent bad taste in their mouth, an effect some have dubbed "Ozempic Tongue." A lingering bitter, sour, or metallic taste isn't unique to GLP-1 drugs. For instance, Paxlovid, an antiviral used to treat COVID-19, may also cause a metallic taste in the mouth. During clinical trials for Ozempic, about 0.4% of people who used the drug reported developing dysgeusia, a disorder that alters someone's sense of taste.
RFK Jr. Ends COVID Vaccine Recommendation for Healthy Children and Pregnant People

1 week ago | verywellhealth.com | Claire Bugos |Jennifer Klump

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced today that government health agencies would no longer recommend COVID vaccines for healthy children and healthy pregnant women. Kennedy announced the change on the social media site X (formerly Twitter) alongside Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary and the National Institutes of Health director, Jay Bhattacharya.
How Often Should You Dry Brush for Smoother Skin and Better Circulation?

2 weeks ago | verywellhealth.com | Maggie O'Neill |Jennifer Klump

Dry brushing is a skincare practice that involves gently brushing dry skin with a stiff-bristled brush to remove dead skin cells, increase circulation, and rejuvenate the skin. It's best to limit dry brushing to once a day or every time you take a shower. As long as you have healthy skin, there’s not necessarily a limit to how often you can safely dry brush. At first, try doing it once a day or after you shower.
Annual COVID Vaccines May Soon Be Limited to Older Adults and High-Risk Groups

2 weeks ago | verywellhealth.com | Claire Bugos |Jennifer Klump

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said on May 20 that it will continue to recommend COVID vaccines for adults older than 65 and people at high risk for severe disease. However, the agency will likely require more clinical trial data before approving the yearly shot for kids and most adults, FDA leaders wrote in an editorial published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Should You Try to Reset Your Stress With a Cortisol Detox?

3 weeks ago | verywellhealth.com | Helen Z. Carefoot |Jennifer Klump

The internet is rife with advice on how to do a cortisol detox, or short-term practices to lower cortisol levels, including consuming supplements or juices. While it’s possible to lower and regulate cortisol levels, experts say there’s no need to detox. Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that affect stress and immune responses. It can also contribute to weight gain, sugar cravings, insomnia, inflammation, and fatigue.
Does Pumpkin Seed Oil Really Work for Hair Growth?

3 weeks ago | verywellhealth.com | Maggie O'Neill |Jennifer Klump

Pumpkin seed oil is being promoted as a natural remedy for hair loss. Experts say it may be worth trying, but it can trigger serious reactions in people with allergies or certain skin conditions. While there have been some promising results, research on pumpkin oil is pretty slim.
Could Wegovy Cause Hair Loss?

3 weeks ago | verywellhealth.com | Claire Bugos |Jennifer Klump

People who use Wegovy for weight management may be at higher risk for hair loss, according to a preprint study. Researchers found that people prescribed semaglutide, the active ingredient in Wegovy, were 50% more likely to be diagnosed with a hair-loss condition compared to those taking another weight management drug called Contrave (bupropion-naltrexone). Women had twice the risk of receiving a hair-loss diagnosis as men.
What Is Type 5 Diabetes? A New Form of Diabetes Linked to Childhood Malnutrition

3 weeks ago | verywellhealth.com | Fran Kritz |Jennifer Klump

After years of debate, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) has finally recognized type 5 diabetes as an official diagnosis. Unlike other forms of the condition, type 5 diabetes is linked to childhood malnutrition and affects millions of teens and young adults, mostly in Asia and Africa.