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Tulsi can reduce cortisol by 36%; here’s how it works and the right way to use it
Basil, or as called in Ayurveda, the elixir of life. This potent ingredient has long been associated with supporting the body against a variety of ailments, especially those linked to stress and imbalance. Scientifically known as Ocimum tenuiflorum, it has recently been studied for its impressive ability to lower cortisol levels in the body, which is often known as the…
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Better control of childhood EoE inflammation linked to less esophageal stiffening
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Researchers from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and Children’s Hospital Colorado have found that better control of chronic eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE)-associated inflammation during childhood leads to less stiffening of the esophagus, resulting in fewer disease complications. Using Endoluminal functional imaging (FLIP), the study team suggests this could be a key marker for assessing disease severity and…
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It’s rude to ask if someone is taking Ozempic. Here’s why.
There’s a new kind of nosy parker on the rise in the United States, a person who thinks it’s fine to blurt out “Are you on Ozempic?” to those they barely know. This is probably a reflection of how many Americans are taking this class of medications known as GLP-1 inhibitors. Twelve percent of adults in the United States have…
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Health advisories issued for Lake Lowell, Van Wyck boat ramp on Lake Cascade
Recent water samples from both locations showed high levels of toxin-producing cyanobacteria. CANYON COUNTY, Idaho — The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare issued health advisories on Friday for two water bodies after detecting harmful algal blooms. The advisories affect Lake Lowell in Canyon County, located five miles southwest of Nampa, and the Van Wyck Boat Ramp area on Lake Cascade…
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Targeting ferroptosis to eliminate therapy-resistant cancer stem cells
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: Recent advancements in cancer research are shedding light on a novel therapeutic strategy aimed at overcoming the formidable challenge of cancer stem cells (CSCs). These unique cells are known for their remarkable ability to resist conventional…
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Dapagliflozin tablets – changes to reimbursement from September 2025
Dapagliflozin 5mg and 10mg tablets will be moving from Category C to Category M in the September 2025 Drug Tariff. This comes after several manufacturers launched generic versions of Dapagliflozin tablets following the recent ruling by the UK Court of Appeal to invalidate AstraZeneca’s patent for the brand Forxiga®. Currently, all branded and generically written prescriptions for Dapagliflozin tablets are reimbursed…
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Do hot drinks really give you cancer? A gut expert explains
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain When you order a coffee, do you ask for it to be “extra hot?” Whether you enjoy tea, coffee or something else, hot drinks are a comforting and often highly personal ritual. The exact temperature to brew tea or serve coffee for the best flavor is hotly debated. But there may be something else you’re not…
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People’s Pharmacy: Government changes that restrict opioids are harming vulnerable patients
Q. I have complex regional pain syndrome, fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis that put me in intractable pain 25 years ago. Until recently, I have managed with the opioids my doctors prescribed. Now that the doses are being lowered, I am in severe pain again. I often wonder: If I have to take my life because I can no longer stand…
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Origin-recognition complex plays a broad role in the regulation of gene expression
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: Origin-recognition complex, or ORC, plays an unexpectedly broad role in the regulation of human cell gene expression, according to a study in the journal Cell Reports. This is the first detailed study of how and…
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Counting steps for health? Here’s how many you really need
Keep up with LAist. If you’re enjoying this article, you’ll love our daily newsletter, The LA Report. Each weekday, catch up on the 5 most pressing stories to start your morning in 3 minutes or less. From pricey wearable devices to your phone, it has never been easier to track your daily physical activity — or lack of it. And…
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