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Our bodies are home to trillions of different microorganisms. These good bacteria (also known as probiotics) are found in all different parts of your body, including your skin, vaginal microbiome, and yes, even your gut. This is often why probiotic supplements for gut health are so popular, and why, if you’re backed up, probiotics may help you poop. “Our gut microbiome is likely the most complex system in our body, having the greatest effect on our overall health,” says Tami Best, RDN, CDN, IFNCP, an integrative and functional dietitian with Top Nutrition Coaching. Probiotics work to break down food and…
Close your eyes and think back to the day your child was born. Remember the moment your eyes locked with one another and the feeling of holding one of God’s greatest gifts for the first time. Did you imagine looking in the innocent eyes of your child and envisioning the rest of their lives: Montessori preschooling, soccer and dance lessons, all A’s from Kindergarten to 12th grade, piano lessons, fluent in French or Mandarin, having nice friends from nice families that look just like our family, attend our college Alma Mater or at the very least an Ivy League School,…
People can experience cancer-related fatigue before, during and after treatments. This is different from the typical tiredness. At times, your arms and legs might feel heavy, making it hard to move. It may be challenging to even get out of bed in the morning. Cancer-related fatigue can take a toll mentally too. It can sometimes lead to depression and other emotional distress. Dr. Touré Barksdale, a Mayo Clinic cancer rehabilitation and palliative medicine specialist, gives advice on how to cope with cancer-related fatigue. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:10) is in the downloads at the end of…
Taking care of the skin on your feet is just as important as taking care of the skin on the rest of your body, which means your exfoliation and moisturizing routine should extend down to your toes. Maintaining soft feet can help eliminate cracked heels and calluses, and a pumice stone is a great exfoliation tool that can help you get there. Here, we spoke with Emily Splichal, DPM, Casey Ann Pidich, DPM, and Marisa Garshick, MD, on everything you need to know about pumice stones, how to use one safely, and how often you can incorporate this tool into your routine for feet that are soft as…
Featured News June 14, 2024 Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. It’s a long-standing discussion for all who want to get into shape. When is the best time to exercise? Morning, midday and evening workouts all have benefits. The journey of a cancer survivor often extends far beyond the triumphant ringing of a brass bell, signaling the end of treatment. About 40% of people who undergo breast cancer surgery where their lymph nodes are removed will develop lymphedema. Millions of men live with a testosterone deficiency. If left…
This Crunchy Cucumber Tomato Salad is a staple in our home from spring until the end of summer and I hope you enjoy this simple salad too! When I think of easy, delicious, refreshing, and nutritious salads for the summer, this is the one that comes to mind. Both cucumbers and tomatoes—the stars of this recipe— are both hydrating vegetables, accessible in the summer months, and rich in antioxidants. Additionally, cucumbers are one of the easiest vegetables to grow (in my opinion). Cucumbers contain vitamin K, potassium, pantothenic acid, phosphorus, copper, vitamin C, and magnesium. Tomatoes are rich in antioxidants,…
Health & Wellness June 14, 2024 There will be approximately 299,010 new cases of prostate cancer diagnosed in 2024, according to the American Cancer Society. Treatments vary, including chemotherapy, hormone therapy, ablative therapy, immunotherapy, targeted drug therapy, radiation and prostate robotic surgery. Dr. Matthew Tollefson, a urologist at Mayo Clinic, explains how advancement in robotic prostate surgery is making it easier for patients to get back on their feet. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (0:58) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: “Mayo Clinic News Network.” Read the script. About 1 in…
“Unexpected turbulence can happen,” Koukol says. “Your seatbelt doesn’t have to be cinched all the way down, but it should at least be clipped so if turbulence does occur, you can tighten it really quick.”3. Don’t bolt out of the bathroom.If you happen to be using the restroom when turbulence hits, experts recommend you stay in there, finish up, and sit on the toilet until it subsides (even if it gets a little, uh, messy). It may be nerve-wracking to not know what’s going on outside, but Koukol says that “staying seated is the best thing you can possibly do”…
June is a celebratory month for many reasons, most notably the start of summertime, but many don’t realize this time of year is also Men’s Mental Health Month. While discussing such an important topic shouldn’t be confined to one month out of the year, it offers a great opportunity to reflect on the progress and conversely, persistent barriers that men still face when it comes to seeking professional help. Men’s Mental Health Picture By the Numbers It’s no secret that men have a lower likelihood of seeking mental health therapy compared to women. In fact, according to an American Psychological…
When it comes to shedding extra pounds, two of the most practical and accessible exercises are walking and biking. Both offer fantastic health benefits, but the big question is, which one is better for weight loss? Deciding between walking or biking isn’t just a matter of preference; it involves looking at how each activity affects your body, how many calories you can burn, and how easily these exercises can fit into your daily routine. Understanding the nuances between walking and biking can help you decide which exercise is most effective for you. We’ll compare each activity’s calorie-burning potential, explore its…