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Unveiling The Hidden Connection: Reproductive Risk Factors And Female Metabolic Health

Unveiling The Hidden Connection: Reproductive Risk Factors And Female Metabolic Health

March 23, 2024

In the realm of women’s health, the impact of reproductive factors on metabolic wellbeing has often been overlooked. However, emerging scientific research is now shedding light on the profound ways in which a woman’s reproductive experiences can shape her metabolic health. This expanded understanding is crucial for both patients and healthcare providers, as it empowers them to take a proactive approach to optimizing health outcomes at every stage of life. Recognizing the complex connection between reproductive and hormone health and metabolic wellness enables the development of a more comprehensive, individualized, and effective approach to women’s healthcare.

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Intermittent Fasting Diets and Fertility: Considerations For Reproductive Health

July 28, 2023

The exponentially popular dietary trend of time-restricted eating, also referred to as intermittent fasting (IF), is viewed as much more than a weight loss intervention; IF has surged in popularity over recent years due to its potential health, anti-aging and longevity, and overall well-being benefits.

Evidence-based health benefits of fasting diets include improved cellular repair, gene expression, and metabolic rate; reduced insulin resistance, oxidative stress, inflammatory markers, and blood glucose levels. Some studies have even suggested that IF may boost fertility.

However, emerging evidence suggests that the risks associated with this type of nutritional pattern may greatly outweigh the benefits in specific populations, particularly those attempting to conceive.

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What’s Next?: The 2023 Industry Trend Report for Healthcare Disruptors and Early Adopters

February 3, 2023

In 2023, the US healthcare industry is again facing several significant challenges, including ongoing high inflation rates, labor shortages, and the persistent impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite continued difficulties, leaders in the space are working to find innovative solutions to improve the current system while looking ahead at the promising future of medicine that appears to have already arrived.

From artificial intelligence-based medicine to breakthroughs in precision neuroscience, we outline key trends expected to shape the healthcare landscape in 2023 and beyond.

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