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There’s no one way for poop to smell, other than, well, bad. So what if yours suddenly doesn’t? Or just smells totally different than normal? Spoiler alert: It’s completely possible to get sweet-smelling poop. “Poop is never going to smell amazing, but yours should smell familiar to you,” says Supriya Rao, MD, a gastroenterologist at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts. If you notice your bowel movements have a weirdly sweet odor to them, or you’re sensing some kind of other unusual smell, that’s usually a sign something is going on with your gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Here are some potential…
Health & Wellness May 29, 2024 Each hurricane season, it is critical to take proactive steps to protect yourself, your family and your property. Hurricanes and other severe storm events can be devastating, but with proper preparation, you can minimize risks and stay safe. This year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National Weather Service forecasters predict an 85% chance for above-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic throughout the season beginning June 1 and ending Nov. 30. Taking time to prepare in advance of severe weather can help reduce stress and ensure personal safety and well-being when a storm…
When I’m working, I hyperfocus on the task at hand. If I’m writing an article—like this one, for example—I sit down at my desk around 8:30 a.m., conduct a couple of interviews, research the topic I’m covering, and then hunch over my keyboard like a gremlin, typing away until the end of the work day, which, for me, is usually around 5 or 6 p.m. I get absolutely absorbed—so much so that when it’s time to shut my laptop and make dinner, I seriously struggle with transitioning out of work mode. I continue to think about how I want to…
Editors note: May 31 is World No Tobacco Day From the traditional cigarette to the modern electronic cigarette, from the communal hookah to the discreet pinch of smokeless tobacco, each has proven to be detrimental to a person’s health. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Jon Ebbert, medical director of the Mayo Clinic Nicotine Dependence Center, discusses why there is no “lesser evil” when it comes to tobacco use. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:10) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: “Mayo Clinic News Network.” Read the script. Smoked tobacco has the strongest…
Fruits are called nature’s candy for a reason: They are our largest source of sugar in minimally processed whole foods. So when the low-carb diet gained popularity, fruit came under scrutiny by scrupulous dieters looking for a nutritional edge. We know fruit is a good source of valuable vitamins and minerals, but many people wonder: Is the sugar in fruit bad for you? Read on to get a better understanding of the sugar in your fruit and whether not it might be a concern for you. Is Sugar in Fruit Bad for You? In short, no, you probably shouldn’t eliminate…
Medical Innovation May 28, 2024 Mayo Clinic will hold its 2024 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Summit, “Generative Multimodal AI — Potentials and Challenges,” on July 8–9 in Rochester and virtually. The event will bring together AI experts and the healthcare community to discuss advances in large multimodal models and their use in healthcare. Cui Tao, Ph.D. “The role of artificial intelligence is evolving rapidly in areas from preventing and diagnosing diseases to developing new cures,” says Cui Tao, Ph.D., chair of the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Informatics. “The summit is an exciting opportunity to explore the possibilities while navigating the…
Besides any known allergens you’re sensitive to, like eggs or whey (if you have issues with dairy), there aren’t many ingredients you need to flat-out avoid in protein bars. But there are some you should be aware of before opening the wrapper.First, sugar alcohols (like xylitol, erythritol, maltitol, or sorbitol) and other artificial sweeteners and sugar substitutes (like sucralose, stevia, or aspartame) appear on a lot of bars’ ingredient lists instead of real added sugar. They help bars taste sweet without adding many calories or causing the same kind of blood sugar spikes as regular sugar, but they can also…
Maintaining weight loss can be as challenging as achieving it, but with the right strategies, it’s entirely attainable. Establishing sustainable lifestyle habits and adopting a balanced approach to nutrition and exercise can ensure long-term success. The best workouts require a strategic blend of exercises that maximize caloric burn, build muscle, and boost metabolism, and the below free-weight workouts to maintain weight loss fit the bill. These seven free-weight workouts incorporate higher volume reps, short rest periods, intervals, and a mix of unilateral and compound exercises, providing the perfect recipe for maintaining and potentially enhancing your weight-loss efforts. This combination enhances…
If you learn one thing from Anne Mahlum’s eight-figure success with Solidcore, make it this: Your relationship with money could be holding back your business. If you have a scarcity mindset rather than trusting yourself to go out and make more funds when you need them, it’s going to be hard for you to scale up as an entrepreneur. Also, if you’re micromanaging your talent instead of trusting them, you’re wasting your time. “Think about how you were spending your time six months ago,” Mahlum says. “If you’re trying to scale and you’re spending your time the exact same way,…
There’s so much to love about a homemade smoothie. It’s customizable, seamless to whip up, and filled to the brim with nutrients. Plus, it makes for the ideal breakfast or snack when you’re craving something tasty yet healthy. It’s also perfect for many wellness goals; whether you’re looking to adopt healthier eating habits or want to slim down, there’s a smoothie for you. Today, we have you covered with a dietitian’s best smoothie recipe to melt belly fat. With ingredients like Pomegranate juice and Greek yogurt, gear up to update your shopping list! The best smoothie for belly fat combines…