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In a new study, Mayo Clinic researchers compared the cost-effectiveness of surgical treatments for uterine fibroids, suggesting that the less invasive option may relieve symptoms without as high a price. Historically, hysterectomy has been the most common surgical treatment for uterine fibroids, a condition that affects 70–80% of premenopausal women, but another procedure is available. Unlike a hysterectomy, which removes the entire uterus, a myomectomy removes only the fibroids, leaving the uterus intact. The study compared myomectomy to two versions of hysterectomy, one where the ovaries remain and another where they are removed. A myomectomy provided a more cost-effective option to patients overall. The researchers used…
It’s hard to know whether to call it dread, foreboding, or brief panic, but it’s a feeling that many of the 24 people I’m sitting in a room with at Canyon Ranch wellness resort know too well.For me, it’s like the floor has opened up and I’m about to fall through. It’s the feeling you get when you’re grasping for a name, a place, a detail, a fact, and all that’s coming up instead is a very real concern about whether this is the beginning of the end. Whether I’ll be sitting at the Thanksgiving table someday like my mom…
ADHD burnout is a term increasingly used to describe the feeling of overwhelm, exhaustion, and stress that people with ADHD may experience due to their condition. According to research, up to 93% of adults with ADHD experience burnout symptoms (ADDA, 2021) compared to only 30% of the general population (AID, 2019). This article will explore the link between ADHD and burnout, the early warning signs of burnout, and what ADHD burnout feels like. ADHD vs. Burnout Before we dive into ADHD burnout, it is essential to clarify what ADHD is and how it relates to burnout. ADHD, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, is…
Whether in the classroom or on the playground, children need enough energy — and proper nutrition — to get them through the day. Dr. Tina Ardon, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says planning for snack time can teach kids healthy habits while keeping them full. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0:55) is in the downloads at the end of the post. Please courtesy: “Mayo Clinic News Network.” Read the script. Food is fuel, and sensible snacks can bridge the gap between meals. “For most of our kids, we’re going to want to have some type of snack every couple of hours, depending…
Bobby Berk began recognizing how design affects our brains at an early age. He remembers sitting in his firetruck-red bedroom at age 5 or 6 and feeling anxiety from the loud color of the curtains, rugs, bedspread and even walls. Not feeling at peace in his room, he told his mom he wanted to buy new décor with his birthday money. After exchanging all the reds for blues, he immediately felt a shift in his mental state.“I just knew there was something about blue that made me feel more relaxed,” Berk says. “I found my room to be much more…
While Peacock is known for being the place to stream some of your favorite network series like Yellowstone, The Office, and Vanderpump Rules (yes, we know you watch that), the streamer also has a number of incredible original shows, including picks like Hart to Heart, Poker Face, and Bel-Air.Another standout among Peacock’s original content is Killing It. The show stars the talented and hilarious Craig Robinson as Craig Foster, a bank security guard in Miami who decides to enter the Florida Python Challenge, a state-sponsored snake-hunting contest, to achieve his dream of becoming a successful entrepreneur. The second season of…
If you’ve tried eliminating added sugar from your diet, you know that it seems to creep its way into everything. One of the biggest culprits? Dressings, marinades, and sauces. Instead of ruining your gorgeous salads with globs of sugary sauce, try these 10 sugar-free salad dressings instead. Not only are they free of added sugar in its most overt forms, but they’re also free of sugar in its other, sneakier forms, like corn syrup, molasses, or even honey and agave. For those following either of BODi’s nutrition plans: Portion Fix – Remember to use your orange container.2B Mindset – Stick to the accessories guidelines and dilute if…
It’s difficult to lose weight in a healthy, sustainable way without getting adequate levels of protein in your daily diet. For one, protein helps you feel satiated for longer periods of time and reduces your hunger hormones. Protein also has a higher TEF (thermic effect of food) than fat or carbohydrates, meaning your body burns more calories when you eat it. And on top of that, protein can help you build muscle mass. Even though eating enough protein is crucial for healthy weight loss, the quality of your protein matters a lot as well, especially because there are plenty of…
Pregnancy tests carry a serious amount of weight. So, of course, if you’re planning to take one, you want to make sure you’re getting the most accurate results possible. With that, it’s only natural to wonder, when is the best time to take a pregnancy test? How soon is too soon? Does the time of day you take it even matter? Here’s everything you need to know about pregnancy tests, including the answers to those questions as well as how they work and how reliable at-home tests can be.More From Women’s Health play iconThe triangle icon that indicates to playMeet the…
Are you on a mission to boost your seafood intake but feeling a bit lost on where to start? We can guide you! Seafood garners high praise within health and wellness circles as a wholesome protein choice. Bursting with essential nutrients—like omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, B vitamins, iodine, selenium, zinc, and more—seafood brings a wealth of benefits to your plate. So, it’s no wonder you’re feeling motivated to indulge in greater quantities.However, with any new dietary endeavor, wanting to eat more of something is only the first step. Use these simple tips to seamlessly weave seafood into your weekly…