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Stanley Tucci spoke about finding out he had oral cancer—after two years of being misdiagnosed—undergoing chemo and radiation, and what the experience taught him in a new interview with NBC reporter Willie Geist. On this week’s episode of the Sunday Sitdown podcast, Tucci, 62, also said that if he hadn’t allowed doctors to treat him aggressively, he may not have lived.At the time Tucci was diagnosed, in 2017, the actor had lost people close to him to cancer. “My first wife died of cancer, and I’ve had a lot of friends who’ve died of cancer…. I knew a lot about cancer,” he said.…
If you ever really need proof about how the human body works, find your way into a metabolic chamber. There are about 30 of them in the world and they cost millions of dollars. They use the best technology to measure every single ounce of energy that is either consumed or burned. These chambers allow scientists to better understand diseases that affect the human body, including things like obesity and metabolic disorders. They also definitively answer the question that’s been debated for decades: calories do matter. And, they are the primary factor that influence whether you gain or lose weight.…
Vitamin C is one of the most talked-about nutrients. Most of us are aware that it is essential for our health and immune system, but do you know why or how much of it you need each day? How can you be sure that you are getting enough? These days, it’s more important than ever to maintain a healthy supply of vitamin C, so we’ve put together this quick guide to everything you need to know about it and how you can get it from your daily diet. Why is Vitamin C Important?Healing wounds. According to the National Institutes of…
Eating a meal or snack is supposed to give you energy. But sometimes, the “food coma” comes on full blast. Instead of feeling energized, you feel tired and sluggish after eating. Chances are you’ve heard the tryptophan theory—that’s the idea that you’ll need a nap after consuming certain foods (like turkey, typically at your Thanksgiving dinner), due to the amino acid they contain, which is later converted into serotonin and melatonin. However, experts have rebuked this theory in recent years, saying research hasn’t proven the connection.There are other reasons you may feel tired after eating. according to Soma Mandal, MD,…
It’s not a secret that people living with chronic illness face all sorts of challenges — but you might be surprised by some of the decisions that spoonies wrestle with every day.Before I was diagnosed with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) —and fibromyalgia, and myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) — I never really struggled with decision-making. My day job as a technical program manager means that I’m constantly making judgment calls and decisions for myself and others and that always came easily to me.AdvertisementWe all make thousands of microdecisions every day, and much of that likely goes completely unnoticed. When…
Full-body weight loss starts with establishing just the right game plan for you. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, your goal for safe and healthy weight loss should be to drop around one to two pounds each week, and steer clear of any “fad diets.” A combination of fitness and nutrition will help you melt excess pounds all over. WebMD points out that you can also cut back on your usual daily calorie intake, be mindful of food labels, increase your water intake so you don’t feel as hungry, and decrease portions. We have you covered with the…
In this episode we dive into an engaging discussion with Oscar Trimboli. Oscar is an author, the host of the award-winning podcast Deep Listening, and a keynote speaker dedicated to promoting positive change through listening. As a marketing and technology veteran, he has worked with major organizations, including Microsoft, Google, and HSBC, to transform leadership through effective listening. We cover topics such as the importance of eye contact, the nuances of communication, and even touch on my own “hometown” messaging. Oscar provides valuable insights throughout, and we’re excited for you to learn from this enriching conversation. Enjoy the episode! Want…
It’s great to have access to so much high quality, technical running gear available these days—sweat wicking, sleek designs to ostensibly help us run faster and longer, and feel comfortable, too. However, the truth is that as long as you’ve got quality trainers on your feet, the rest of your outfit can technically be whatever. Justin Bieber proved as much yesterday when he was spotted running through the streets of Los Angeles in a pair of slouchy, thick jeans. The pop sensation paired his denim britches with New Balance sneakers, a white tank top, and a navy zip-up hoodie. It’s…
Maybe it’s the unbelievable chicken sandwiches and buttery biscuits. Maybe it’s getting good Louisiana-style cooking without having to go to Louisiana. Whatever the reason, American appetites for Popeyes seem to be on the rise, and the company has some major changes in store to capitalize on that interest. Popeyes saw a 3.4{1293bd4ef25ca86a622f6d9512ec3310653175851a143bae989351f0db04aea4} increase in same-store sales in the United States in the first quarter of the year and reported a 14.4{1293bd4ef25ca86a622f6d9512ec3310653175851a143bae989351f0db04aea4} increase in overall system-wide sales. Josh Kobza, CEO of Popeyes’ parent company Restaurant Brands International (RBI), called this a “solid start” to 2023. Despite this strong showing, the chain has…
Below is an approximation of this video’s audio content. To see any graphs, charts, graphics, images, and quotes to which Dr. Greger may be referring, watch the above video. When you eat the same food over and over, you become habituated to it and end up liking it less. That’s why your “10th bite of chocolate, for example, [doesn’t taste as good as] the first bite.” We have a built-in biological drive to get us to keep changing up our foods so we’ll be more likely to hit all our nutritional requirements. The drive is so powerful that even “imagined…