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South China Morning Post
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Why is what Beyoncé, Dua Lipa and Gwyneth Paltrow eat so interesting to people?
I don't know why so many people are obsessed with what celebrities eat. A recent entertainment story pointed out that Gwyneth Paltrow had started to eat bread and pasta again. The poster woman for vainglorious health trends, and founder of the lifestyle brand Goop , is now less known for her acting and more for what she puts in her mouth. (And for promoting dubious wellness items such as body stickers that relieve anxiety, coffee enemas and the notorious jade vaginal egg, of course.) Paltrow's announcement that she no longer follows a strict Paleo diet and now enjoys sourdough bread, pasta and cheese was significant enough news that many legacy media outlets shared this titbit next to stories about Donald Trump and the wars in Gaza and Ukraine. For some reason, many people assume celebrities, being rich and powerful people, have access to all kinds of expert information and advice that we normal folks don't. From healthcare to diet, they are seen as getting all the inside scoop from all the top people.
Medscape
27-05-2025
- Business
- Medscape
Maternal Mental Health Declines Sharply Over 8 Years
Self-reported mental health deemed 'excellent' declined from 38.4% to 25.8% between 2016 and 2023 in mothers in the United States, while 'fair/poor' mental health increased from 5.5% to 8.5%. Physical health changes were less dramatic, with reports of 'excellent' physical health decreasing from 28.0% to 23.9%. METHODOLOGY: A pooled, cross-sectional analysis of the National Survey of Children's Health examined self-reported mental and physical health of 198,417 female biological or adoptive parents of children aged 0-17 years from 2016 to 2023. Researchers measured maternal physical and mental health using a four-point Likert scale (excellent, very good, good, fair/poor), with regression models estimating trends and sociodemographic disparities. Analysis included mothers with a mean age of 39.0 years (SD, 0.04), representing 42,130,370 individuals nationally in the weighted sample. TAKEAWAY: After adjusting for sociodemographic characteristics, excellent mental health decreased by 12.4 percentage points (95% CI, −14.0 to −0.7), while fair/poor mental health increased by 3.5 percentage points (95% CI, 2.6-4.4) over the 8-year period. Mental health declines occurred broadly across socioeconomic groups, with significantly poorer status among US-born mothers, single parents, less educated individuals, and those with publicly insured or uninsured children. Excellent physical health showed a smaller decline of 4.2 percentage points (95% CI, −5.7 to −2.8), with good physical health increasing by 4.4 percentage points (95% CI, 2.9-6.0). According to the researchers, shifts in mental and physical health originated prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, though the pandemic was associated with increased prevalence of fair/poor mental health. IN PRACTICE: 'Investments are needed to investigate and address the underlying causes of mental health decline among US mothers, especially those of low socioeconomic status,' the authors of the study wrote. SOURCE: This study was led by Jamie R. Daw, PhD, Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health in New York City. It was published online in JAMA Internal Medicine . LIMITATIONS: Health measures were limited to two single-item Likert response questions, which, while strong predictors of subsequent medical care and mortality, show known reporting heterogeneity across sociodemographic groups, particularly by sex and age. The researchers noted that low self-reported health ratings do not translate into clinically meaningful diagnoses and may have reflected more permanent aspects of health rather than acute conditions. DISCLOSURES: This study received support through a grant from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (R01HS029159).
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
'I'm an Oncologist and This Is the Food I Add to Every Meal for Cancer Prevention'
According to the World Health Organization, between 30% and 50% of cancer cases are preventable by having healthy diet and lifestyle habits in place. With this in mind, every time you eat is an opportunity to lower your according to oncologists we talked to, there is one specific type of food that's especially powerful when it comes to lowering the risk of cancer. Because of this, they try to integrate it into every single meal.🩺SIGN UP for tips to stay healthy & fit with the top moves, clean eats, health trends & more delivered right to your inbox twice a week💊 When it comes to crafting your diet around cancer prevention, Dr. Michael Dominello, DO, a radiation oncologist at Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, says it's important to think about both macronutrients and micronutrients. Macronutrients are essential nutrients the body needs in large quantities to function properly: carbohydrates, fats and protein. '[Micronutrients are] non-energy-producing elements, vitamins and compounds in our food that serve other functions,' he both types of nutrients are important, he shares that one of the most intriguing micronutrients is polyphenols, which are proving to play a key role in cancer prevention. Polyphenols are natural compounds synthesized by plants that have been shown to fight inflammation in the body. They are found in an abundance of foods including vegetables, fruit, nuts, seeds, herbs and spices. This makes it easy to integrate polyphenol-containing foods into every single For example, Dr. Dominello says he adds two tablespoons of high-flavonoid cacao powder to his morning coffee and pairs it with a handful of blueberries, a berry that's known for its high polyphenol content.'The way we eat and live can affect our chances of getting cancer. One major factor is chronic inflammation, which is when the body's immune system is constantly active,' says Dr. Dawn Mussallem, DO, an integrative oncologist at Mayo Clinic and scientific advisory board member at IM8. It's why she eats plant-based foods exclusively, as a way to eat lots of inflammation-fighting, polyphenol-containing foods. Dr. Mussallem says that some of the polyphenol-rich foods she integrates into her meals most often are beans, walnuts, green leafy vegetables, cruciferous vegetables and berries. All of these foods have been scientifically linked to lowering the likelihood of cancer when eaten regularly. Related: Dr. Latonya Riddle-Jones, MD, MPH, an internist and pediatrician at Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Center, says she also tries to add leafy greens to as many meals as she can because of their high polyphenol content. 'I have a garden and [grow] spinach, kale, cabbage and various greens. I mix some of these foods into my fruit smoothies and sauces, such as spaghetti sauce,' she says, adding that this is a way to sneak greens into meals without her kids knowing. One easy way to up your polyphenol intake is by integrating more spices and herbs into your meals, a tip from Dr. Mussallem. 'A pinch of turmeric, a dash of cinnamon, fresh basil, garlic, ginger or rosemary—not only do they bring serious flavor, but they're loaded with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds. These tiny powerhouses can lower chronic inflammation, protect your cells and even help regulate blood sugar and cholesterol,' she says. Related: All three doctors emphasize that it isn't only what you eat that's important when it comes to using diet to lower your risk of cancer; what you don't eat is important too. They all say they minimize foods with excess sugar or anything ultra-processed. They also recommend minimizing alcohol consumption. 'I live by the philosophy that every bite is a choice to fuel health or feed disease. That's why I stick to a whole food, plant-only diet—no ultra-processed foods, no animal protein. Just vibrant, nourishing real plant food. As a 25-year stage IV cancer survivor, heart transplant recipient and marathon runner, I don't take my energy or health for granted. My food choices are how I show up for this miraculous life,' explains Dr. Mussallem. That said, Dr. Mussallem says this doesn't mean eating only nutrient-rich foods all the time; food is about enjoyment too! 'I always tell my patients: Aim to eat nearly perfectly at home. That way, when you're out and about, you can make thoughtful choices without guilt or stress,' she shares. There is such an abundance of polyphenol-containing plant-based foods that it's easy to incorporate at least one into every single meal. As you prepare your meals, brainstorm ways you can add more plants to your plate. That way, you can lower your risk of cancer with every single bite. Up Next:Dr. Michael Dominello, DO, radiation oncologist at Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute Dr. Dawn Mussallem, DO, integrative oncologist at Mayo Clinic and scientific advisory board member at IM8 Dr. Latonya Riddle-Jones, MD, MPH, internist and pediatrician at Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Center
CBC
16-05-2025
- Health
- CBC
What questions do you have about the stock market?
Social Sharing You've got smart questions, we've got solid answers. Click here to listen to the CBC's Just Asking every Saturday at 4 p.m. when you need to make sense of the world around you. Let your friend Saroja Coelho be your guide. With guest experts, Just Asking turns the week's news and latest trends into tips that help you make better decisions in your life. Whether it's tech, money, career or health — we'll hear you out, and help you out. The show takes live calls on CBC Radio every Saturday afternoon, and drops the podcast that same evening. Here's what's happening this Saturday: What questions do you have about the stock market? Stock markets bounced back this week thanks to the tariff truce between the U.S. and China after plunging to record lows last month. The markets are being closely watched through all the tariff turbulence - but what does it all mean for your finances? If you've been overwhelmed by trying to decode all the market swings, our experts will break it down and answer your questions. Aravind Sithamparapillai is a financial planner and Preet Banerjee is a personal finance expert. What questions do you have about health trends that promise to extend your life? Celebrity doctors and Silicon Valley billionaires have been promoting the so-called "longevity movement," recommending health trends that claim to extend your life. They claim by following strict diets, taking dozens of supplements per day and regular cold plunges they can extend their lifespan well-past 100. But how much evidence is there behind these claims? And what do we actually know about healthy aging? What questions do you have about health trends that promise to extend your life? Timothy Caulfied is a professor and the research director of the Health Law Institute at the University of Alberta who studies health misinformation. Andy De Santis is a Registered Dietitian. They'll take your questions!
