Mayo Clinic Q&A: Top 10 workout myths
Dear Mayo Clinic: I eat fairly healthy, but I want to lose weight and improve my physical wellness in the new year. I’m finding a lot of conflicting information about the best workouts for weight loss, the amount of time I need to work out and what food I should eat. Can you help me make sense of it so I can plan a routine? A: Being proactive to achieve long-term health and... READ MORE
Unregulated stem cell clinics proliferate
Hundreds of clinics pushing unproven stem cell procedures caught a big break from the U.S. government in 2017: They would have three years to show that their questionable treatments were safe and effective before regulators started cracking down. But when the Food and Drug Administration’s grace period expired in late May — extended six months due to the pandemic — the... READ MORE
Palliative care helps heart patients
New research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association indicates palliative care can significantly lower the risk of rehospitalization and the need for invasive procedures, including mechanical ventilation and defibrillator implantation, for heart failure patients. Palliative care provides support to patients with chronic conditions to relieve symptoms and improve... READ MORE
New Alzheimer’s drug breeds skepticism
The first new Alzheimer’s treatment in more than 20 years was hailed as a breakthrough when regulators approved it more than four months ago, but its rollout has been slowed by questions about its price and how well it works. Several major medical centers remain undecided on whether to use Biogen’s Aduhelm, which is recommended for early stages of the disease. Big names like the... READ MORE
How and why to freeze herbs, vegetables
Food shortages are continuing as grocery stores face supply chain issues and fewer deliveries. So, I highly recommend that you learn to freeze some things for the winter season. Here’s how you do it: —Parsley is known as a blood cleanser and diuretic. Take a bunch, cut off the stems, and wash the leaves well. Spread them out on a clean towel and dry them the best you can. Try to... READ MORE
Reasons to meet with a genetic counselor
Dear Mayo Clinic: My grandmother died of breast cancer at 70. My first cousin was recently diagnosed at 35. And another cousin also had breast cancer a few years ago. A friend suggested that I undergo genetic counseling to determine my risk. Is that necessary? Can a genetic counselor tell me anything else about my risk for other diseases? A: Although it can be daunting to have a... READ MORE
Baby aspirin no longer generally advised
Older adults without heart disease shouldn’t take daily low-dose aspirin to prevent a first heart attack or stroke, an influential health guidelines group said in preliminary updated advice released last month. Bleeding risks for adults in their 60s and up who haven’t had a heart attack or stroke outweigh any potential benefits from aspirin, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force... READ MORE
Risks outweigh growth hormone benefits
Q: Can taking human growth hormone slow down the aging process? A: The answer so far is no. Human growth hormone injections have not been shown to be an effective anti-aging product. The pituitary gland in the brain makes and secretes natural growth hormone. In combination with other hormones, such as IGF-1 (insulin growth factor 1), it is responsible for body development early in... READ MORE
What to do about diabetes and gallstones
Q: On my last routine blood work, my blood sugar was just above the normal range. Am I destined to have diabetes? A: Making small changes to your habits and daily lifestyle now can help prevent or at least delay the onset of Type 2 diabetes. A large study published almost 20 years ago showed the strength of the connection between lifestyle habits and Type 2 diabetes risk.... READ MORE
U.S. regulators propose OTC hearing aids
Health regulators last month unveiled their proposal to allow Americans to buy hearing aids without a prescription, a long-awaited move intended to make the devices more accessible to millions of people with hearing problems. The Food and Drug Administration said the proposed rule would cut red tape that currently requires hearing exams and a prescription for people with... READ MORE
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