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In a medical emergency knowing your blood type can be a matter of life and death, but it can also provide valuable insight into your overall health. There's been several studies that indicate people with certain blood types are at greater risk for GI related cancers and Dr. Tomi Mitchell, a Board-Certified Family Physician with Holistic Wellness Strategies tells us, "It's essential to understand that your blood type is just one risk factor for developing cancer. So even if you have a family history of cancer and your blood type puts you at higher risk, there are still things you can do to lower your risk." Eat This, Not That! Health spoke with experts who explain what to know about your blood type and the association with cancer. Read onand to ensure your health and the health of others, don't miss these Sure Signs You've Already Had COVID.

Dr. Mitchell explains, "There are four blood types: A, B, AB, and O. Each blood type has a different combination of proteins called antigens on the surface of red blood cells. These antigens determine which blood type a person has. A person's blood type is determined by which antigens are present on their red blood cells. Type O is the most common blood type, followed by Type A. Type B blood is less common, and Type AB blood is the least common."

Dr. Srikanth Nagalla, chief of benign hematology, Miami Cancer Institute shares, "There are sugars and then there's a protein, so carbohydrate and protein. So the protein that it's called is the H antigen, and to that, you add these different sugars. And depending upon that, you get a, that it's A,B, AB, or if you're completely lacking the sugars, then it's called the O because O doesn't have the sugars. So, what I'm trying to get at first is how do you get this classification? Okay, what is blood group B? So for that, if you imagine like the red blood cell, because for that red blood cell, you have an H antigen like the alphabet H and to that antigen, you add sugars. And finally, if you don't have any sugars added, that becomes O now the reason this is important to start off with this, because once you know this, you understand that this is present not only on the blood cells, on the red blood cells, it's present in the gastro tract, like the PT cells of the GI tract. That's your stomach pancreas. It's also present in your broncho reference in your bronco, the lungs, the pulmonary area, the bronco pulmonary area, it's in the genital urinary area."6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

Dr. Nagalla says, "There are a lot of retrospective studies that were done in the past, but the very well done study for us or prospective looked at, or two big cohorts called the Nurses Health Study. And then the Health Professionals follow- up study, which has roughly hundred seven patients or so not patients hundred seven people like health professionals. And then they were, they were followed and everything. What this study particularly showed was something to do with the risk of A, B or AB blood groups and pancreatic cancer. Meaning if you're not an O if you're non O blood groups, you could be a, you could be B or you could be a, then you get some increased risk of pancreatic cancer. Why is this happening?"

Dr. Mitchell adds, "According to a new study, if you have blood type A, B, or AB, you may be at increased risk for cancer. The study, which is the largest of its kind, looked at almost 140,000 people with cancer and found that those with blood type A or B were more likely to develop the disease than those with blood type O. The risk was even higher for women with blood type AB. While the exact link between blood type and cancer risk is unknown, the study's authors say that it could be due to differences in how blood type A and B cells bind to sugar molecules. This difference could make it easier for cancer-causing agents to attach to blood cells and cause mutations. The findings are preliminary and more research is needed to confirm blood type and cancer risk. However, if you have blood type A, B, or AB, it may be worth discussing your cancer risk with your doctor."

Dr. Michael Hirt, a Board Certified Nutrition from Harvard University and Board Certified in Internal Medicine and is with The Center for Integrative Medicine in Tarzana California explained, "Chronic inflammation has been linked to increased cancer risk. Blood types that are associated with increased inflammation (like A and B) have been linked to increased risk of cancers, while the 'O' blood type is associated with lower cancer risks because it is associated with less inflammation. This is the same reason that type 'O' blood had a small but statistically significant reduction in COVID-19 disease severity."

Dr. Nagalla says, "If you go into the hypothesis, right? The theories of that for example for people who have blood group A and others are more prone to get H Pylori infection. So they're more prone to those infections. What does it mean? Maybe because of that they have higher inflammation and higher inflammatory condition that is causing some of these cancers because blood, the other thing they found that is when you have these changes, when you have, um, these blood group, a people and other things, or when they, when they looked at normal cells versus the pancreatic cancer cells, normal pancreatic based, they found that the pattern of the protein, the sugars that I started saying to tell you about what makes A, B sugars, the pattern was likely different between the cancerous cells and the normal cells. Maybe these things are getting altered in the cancerous cells due to other mutations and took off of that. These cells might have an altered signaling because cells have to signal among each other and inside. And these cells might also escape immune surveillance. What is immune surveillance? Why doesn't everybody get cancer? Because the immune system is constantly looking for bad cells and killing them, or making sure that they don't grow. But when you have some of these alterations, apparently in some of these patients. It's possible that these cells are escaping the immune system and their cancer gets to grow. These are all hypotheses of why it may happen. So there's not a definite reason why certain blood types are more prone to a certain type of cancer."

Dr. Nagalla states, "We are not going to use blood groups and say, based on this, you need more screening because you have blood group A blood group, a B or blood group AB, you need to be more closely followed or screened. You are not gonna do anything different because there's no data for that. Because, and a lot of times there's a difference. This is just an association, meaning this just because you have pain, you're not getting pancreatic cancer. It so happens that a little bit more of blood group A patients are having pancreatic cancer compared to blood group O patients. It could be, this is just a marker of something else. And maybe some of the genes that are associated with the ABO gene are getting dysregulated. People with O might be reassured there's a little bit less risk, but it's not like people with A are all going to get cancer or something like that. It's just an association. The main thing we want to stress is that these are all associations. It doesn't mean much because overall the absolute number is still tiny. We don't have to do anything different just because of a blood type."

Dr. Mitchell reminds us, "Remember, cancer is a complex disease, and many factors can contribute to an individual's risk. While blood type is one important piece of the puzzle, many other controllable risk factors can significantly impact cancer risk. For example, I focus on lifestyle factors that prevent and decrease cancer risk in my clinical practice. These include diet, exercise, smoking cessation, and alcohol consumption. While blood type may be out of our control, there are many things that we can do to lower our cancer risk. By making healthy lifestyle choices, we can all play a role in cancer prevention.

Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States and is responsible for more than 480,000 deaths each year. Smoking causes more deaths each year than the following causes combined: human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), illegal drug use, alcohol use, motor vehicle accidents, and firearm-related incidents. Smoking is also a significant contributor to cancer death and disease. Smoking causes an estimated 90% of lung cancer deaths in men and almost 80% of lung cancer deaths in women. Smoking also causes cancer of the larynx, mouth, pharynx, esophagus, kidney, bladder, liver, pancreas, stomach, cervix uteri, and myeloid leukemia. Smokers are also at increased risk for pneumonia and other lower respiratory tract infections. For example, quitting smoking reduces the risk of smoking-related diseases and can add years to your life. In addition, people who quit smoking before age 50 have half the risk of dying from smoking-related causes as those who continue to smoke. Quitting smoking at any age can give back years of life that would be lost by continued smoking.

Though smoking remains the leading cause of cancer, lifestyle choices such as diet can significantly impact cancer risk. A healthy diet includes plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and healthy fats. It's also low in processed foods, salt, and sugar. Studies have shown that following a healthy diet can lower the risk of several types of cancer, including breast, colon, endometrial, and stomach cancer. There are a few possible explanations for why a healthy diet may reduce cancer risk. First, fruits and vegetables contain antioxidants that help to protect cells from damage. They also contain phytochemicals that can boost the immune system or prevent the formation of cancer-causing substances. In addition, a healthy diet is typically low in fat and calories, which may help reduce the risk of obesity-related cancers. Of course, no single food or group can guarantee cancer prevention. But following a healthy diet is a straightforward way to lower your risk. Combined with other lifestyle choices such as not smoking and maintaining a healthy weight, it could make a big difference in your health.

There are many ways that exercise can help to reduce cancer risk. For one, exercise helps to maintain a healthy weight, which is essential since obesity is a risk factor for several types of cancer. Exercise also helps to improve immune function, making the body better able to fight off cancer cells. Additionally, exercise boosts antioxidants and other protective substances in the body, which can help reduce oxidative damage and inflammation, both of which can contribute to cancer development. Research has shown that people who exercise regularly have a lower risk of developing cancer than those who are inactive. So, if you're looking for ways to reduce your cancer risk, adding some exercise to your routine is a great place to start.

Maintaining a healthy weight is one of the best things you can do to reduce your cancer risk. Obesity is a significant risk factor for cancer, and being overweight increases your chances of developing the disease. How exactly does obesity contribute to cancer? One theory is that obesity increases inflammation throughout the body, leading to the development of cancer. Additionally, obese individuals tend to have higher insulin and other hormones linked to an increased risk of cancer. Exercise is one of the best ways to maintain a healthy weight, and it has also been shown to reduce inflammation and improve hormone levels. Furthermore, exercise has been shown to boost the immune system, making it more likely to fight off cancer cells. In other words, maintaining a healthy weight through exercise can reduce your risk of cancer in multiple ways.

In addition, some helpful blood tests can give you more information about your specific risks. For example, the genetic test for Lynch syndrome can show whether you have an increased risk for certain types of cancer. For example, if you have a strong family history of cancer, talk to your doctor about these tests and how they can help you make informed decisions about prevention and early detection." And to protect your life and the lives of others, don't visit any of these 35 Places You're Most Likely to Catch COVID.

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Deepak Chopras demonstrates his artificial intelligence program

Deepak Chopra, speaking recently to Fox News Digital during the Milken Institute Global Conference in Los Angeles, said that his latest book, "Abundance: The Inner Path to Wealth," was inspired by a lyric allegedly written by Bob Marley.

The lyric, he said, notes that "some people are so poor, all they have is money."

True wealth, said Chopra, a holistic health expert and best-selling author, is hardly about dollars and cents and nothing else.

Ultimately, he said, it's about much deeper and more important issues such as "security and safety love and belonging."

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Living with "abundance" is not just about one's personal or financial situation but extends to "all those with whom you interact," he said.

"Americans are used to spending money that they haven't earned, to buy things that they don't need, to impress people that they don't like," Chopra pointed out.

"That creates a lot of stress. So first of all stop doing that," he said bluntly.

"Be frugal in these times."

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He added, "Secondly, this is a time for opportunities, also."

Far too many Americans, suggested Chopra, are "used to spending money that they don't have, to buy things that they don't need, to impress people that they don't like." (iStock / iStock)

"Start looking at investments right now [including in] technologies that are actually changing the way we see the future of well-being."

Among the technologies he mentioned: digital therapeutics, robotic healing, robotic surgery and telemedicine.

"We are dedicated to creating NFTs that make a difference in the world."

"There are a lot of opportunities right now" in these and other areas, he suggested.

He discussed NFTs as well.

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"We have a company that has launched NFTs for social good," he said including those who can be considered "climate change refugees."

"Our company is dedicated to creating NFTs that make a difference in the world," he said.

In this photo illustration, the logo of NFT, short for Non Fungible Token, is seen on the screen of mobile phone with a stock chart on the screen of a laptop in the background. (Davide Bonaldo/Sipa USA)

He said that in these difficult times, "you have to be alert what people call good luck is just opportunity meeting preparedness Times of inflation and adversity," he added, "are actually times of opportunity."

In terms of jobs and ambition, Chopra said, "I think the old paradigm was all about competition, and it worked."

"But the new paradigm," he added, includes cooperation and a shared vision of success by all parties involved, he explained.

Chopra is founder of The Chopra Foundation, a nonprofit entity focused on research into well-being and humanitarianism, as well as Chopra Global, "a modern-day health company at the intersection of science and spirituality."

He is a pioneer in integrative medicine and "personal transformation" as well as the author of some 90 books translated into over 43 languages, including numerous New York Times bestsellers.

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His next book, due out in January 2023, is called, "Living in the Light: Yoga for Self-Realization."

Kelsey Koberg and Andrew Murray, both of Fox News Digital, contributed reporting to this article.

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These research programs reveal that OM has potential as a treatment for depression, anxiety and trauma.

"My colleagues and I are extremely grateful for the role of The Institute of OM Foundation in supporting this trailblazing research," said Dr. Prause, Ph.D. Prause and Dr. Siegle's study was published in the journal Sexual and Relationship Therapy in March of 2021. "Ultimately, this research is about exploring the use of sexual stimulation to improve general health," she said.

The Foundation also provided support for a recent study conducted by Dr. Andrew Newberg, research director of the Department of Integrative Medicine and Nutritional Sciences at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Dr. Newberg's study used functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) technology to analyze 20 couples as they engaged in OM, and found changes in the frontal, parietal and temporal lobes of the brain among both male and female participants. The study was published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology on Nov. 11, 2021.

"This study suggests the possibility of an important link between sexuality and spirituality," said Dr. Newberg. "It should also be emphasized that the findings may have implications for therapeutic applications in the future, helping with various neurological and psychological problems including emotional traumas, sexual dysfunction, and even depression."

In yet another study supported by the Foundation, researchers deployed a questionnaire developed to study "mystical experience" to determine how the practice of OM might trigger a substantial transcendent sensation in both participating partners, equivalent to a moderate dose of psilocybin, the hallucinogenic compound found in certain types of mushrooms. This study, published in July of 2021 in the journal F1000 Research, employed two different surveys.

The first survey included 780 participants who were asked to complete the questionnaire with "a single powerful OM in mind." The second survey included 56 couples, who were asked to complete the survey immediately following an OM session. Respondents to both surveys reported moderate mystical experiences.

"Given that OM apparently can trigger a mystical experience of similar power to psilocybin, and that psilocybin has shown promise in the treatment of mood and substance disorders, this study raises intriguing questions about whether OM might also be effective in the treatment of these disorders," said Vivian Siegel, Ph.D., the lead author of the study, and currently a lecturer in biology at MIT.

The Institute of OM Foundation is funded by gifts from several generous donors, including Ramani Ayer, a longtime practitioner of transcendental meditation and a retired executive from one of the nation's oldest insurance companies.

"I saw great changes in people as a result of their regular practice of OM, and I was inspired to support research exploring its potential health and wellness benefits," Ayer said. "I have always believed in science, and I am proud to support this research into a promising area where there has not been a great deal of prior research."

In addition to these published studies, the foundation is continuing to support additional scientific research, including an upcoming study exploring the potential impact of OM on dopaminergic function in participants with Parkinson's disease, and a study exploring the impact of OM as a potential aide in the cessation of smoking tobacco.

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Make sure to talk to a healthcare professional about your individual needs and appropriate dosages before adding a supplement to your routine.

Meal replacement shakes have come a long way in the past few years, with a greater variety of options than ever before. Thanks to advances in exercise science, wellness and the medical community, the list of promising products from start-ups and lesser-known manufacturers continues to grow, and established products keep getting better. If youve never tried meal replacement shakes before, the sheer number of options can be intimidating. So were here to help by explaining everything you need to know before choosing the best options for your lifestyle.

Meal replacement shakes consist of macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats that are coupled with micronutrients such as essential vitamins, minerals and various plant compounds. Together, these elements make up a complete, on-the-go meal. Meal replacement shakes can be a good option for those with busy lifestyles; whether you are dealing with a demanding work schedule, shuffling kids to and from sports practice, or traveling, it can be hard to find time for a sit-down meal. Still, that doesn't mean you need to neglect your health to fuel up. If youre looking to avoid the fast-food line but still want to consume something easy and quick, consider adding a meal replacement shake to your routine.

Because meal replacement shakes supply a full meal, it's important to understand your health goals and needs, then select an option best suited to helping you achieve them. In addition, it is always advised that you work with a trained medical professional when implementing new dietary choices and supplements.

For those looking to bulk up or maintain weight during periods of heavy exercise, meal replacement shakes offer complete macro and micronutrients. Some people use meal replacement shakes as sustenance between meals or as a pre-or post-workout, to satisfy the body's need for additional energy. That being said, its important to differentiate between meal replacement shakes and protein shakes or powders as they are not the same thing.

Protein powders tend to be heavier on protein and lighter on carbs, fats, fiber and some vitamins and minerals. They are designed to aid in muscle repair and muscle gain during pre-and post-workout sessions or to act as a high-protein source for those consuming a low- or no- animal protein diet (such as vegetarians and vegans). Meal replacement shakes and powders, by contrast, supply nutrients to help you attain adequate daily values of both macros and micros.

Not all meal replacement shakes are created equal and it can be difficult to find one that checks all the boxes. Here are the best meal replacement shakes, broken down by specific categories to make it easier to find exactly which is best for you.

Transparent Labs

Transparent Labs has gone the extra mile to create a complete lineup of powders and supplements to support every aspect of your health and wellness goals from muscle building to mental clarity to joint support. As the name suggests, Transparent Labs publishes a detailed lab breakdown, called a certificate of analysis, for every product, and certificates of composition for most products on its website. The Meal Replacement powder contains 24 grams of protein from whey protein isolate and concentrate, grass-fed beef bone broth, egg white protein and pea protein. This powder contains 7 grams of fat, mostly from MCT (medium chain triglyceride) oil. The 19 grams of carbohydrates are derived from natural cane sugar and quality sources like pea starch and oat bran fiber, which also provide 5 grams of natural fiber.

This balance of slow and fast-burning macros from quality sources makes Transparent Labs a great choice to keep your body moving through a busy schedule or a tough workout. If theres one drawback, its that Transparent Labs lacks a substantial array of vitamins and minerals from whole-food sources. A dose of vegetable or other plant-based powders would go a long way to make this meal replacement shake truly complete.

For those already eating a well-rounded diet full of vitamins, minerals and other plant-based compounds, Transparent Labs is a well-made meal replacement powder designed to increase muscle repair and building and provide lasting energy for an active lifestyle.

Transparent Labs Meal Replacement Powder ($59.99 for approximately 56 oz. of powder; $2 per serving)

Kaged

Kaged Clean meal replacement powder is packed full of dense nutrients from various whole food sources. But what makes this powder unique is the brands trademarked ioWhey protein isolate. According to Kaged, ioWhey technology increases the surface area of the protein molecules for up to 123% better bioavailability than traditional whey powders. This powder delivers 28 grams of bioavailable protein from both the ioWhey and organic quinoa, containing all nine essential amino acids. Quinoa is also a good source of natural antioxidants, carbohydrates, fiber and minerals.Complemented with 18 grams of slow-burning carbohydrates mostly derived from oat flour, this powder is designed to keep you fueled through a tough workout or a busy day. With the addition of MCT coconut oil powder, which provides 4.5 grams of healthy fats, Kaged is a well-rounded macronutrient powder. Kaged Clean Meal goes a step further by adding a blend of vegetable and plant powders to supply ample whole food-sourced vitamins and minerals.

This blend contains a few common veggies, like broccoli and spinach powders and a handful of less-common superfoods such as kelp and maitake mushroom powders. This shake is a bit low on fiber (only 2 grams) and does contain sucralose.

Despite these downfalls, if you're someone with a very active lifestyle that demands a higher macronutrient intake, this is an excellent choice.

Kaged Clean Meal Replacement Powder ($49.99 for 41.34oz of powder, $2.50 per serving)

Iconic Protein

Iconic's line is ready to drink and packs a substantial amount of goodness into a relatively small 11.5-ounce bottle. These drinks are free from gluten, soy, GMOs, lactose, hormones, pesticides, corn, and carrageenan. They even come in a BPA-free bottle. Iconic uses a grass-fed milk protein isolate that provides 17 total amino acids, including nine essentials, for a healthy dose of 20 grams of protein per bottle.

The brand uses natural flavors, including real cacao powder and Colombian coffee, to produce flavors that taste clean and authentic. Their products are sweetened only with monk fruit and stevia, making these a zero sugar beverage. The Cacao + Greens option includes a full daily serving of veggies from kale, broccoli and spinach powders.

Iconic Protein Drinks ($39.99 for a dozen 11.5 oz. bottles (also available in 24 and 36 packs); $2.90 to $3.30 per serving, depending on case size)

Garden of Life

Garden of Lifes ingredient list reads more like a grocery list, with the majority of the nutrients derived from whole foods. Additionally, these ingredients are sproutedthe seeds and legumes are soaked in water for 24 hours and then allowed to start growing, which removes the phytic acid, a compound found on all seeds and legumes that interferes with calcium, iron and zinc absorption. And since the ingredients are processed at low temperatures to maintain the "raw" designation, the 28 grams of proteins per serving remain intact. The brand claims that this makes them fully absorbable for maximum muscle building.

This meal replacement shake also serves up 8 grams of naturally-occurring plant fiber per serving and no added sugars for a total of 10g of carbs (2 grams net carbs). In addition to the basic macros and micros, Garden of Life has added some unique superfoods that it claims can boost overall health, such as cinnamon, which it says helps to stabilize blood sugar, and ashwagandha, which it says can help reduce the effects of stress.

In addition to the superfoods, this product also contains a raw probiotic and enzyme blend that contains two Lactobacillus strains and 13 enzymes that may aid overall digestion.

Garden of Life Raw Organic Fit ($39.19 for 14.4 oz. of powder or $49.59 for 32 oz. of powder, $2.50 per serving)

Field Work

Field Work Nutrition is new to the game, but it came ready to play. Co-founded by a premier endurance coach, it utilizes a substantial variety of whole foods and superfoods to make this meal replacement shake a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals. Two such thoughtfully added ingredients are curcumin and tart cherry, which the brand says can control and reduce inflammation in the body.

Field Work has also added a robust fruit and vegetable blend to supply micronutrients. These naturally occurring vitamins and the added natural sea salt supply a healthy dose of the minerals essential for electrolyte balance (sodium, calcium, magnesium, and potassium). A pre-and probiotic blend has also been added to support gut health and a digestive enzyme complex to support digestion and absorption of the nutrients in the smoothie.

To make this a complete meal replacement product, Field Work has included 20 grams of protein from grass-fed whey and milk protein concentrate as well as 5 grams of fat from coconut oil powder and 18 grams of carbohydrates. The majority of the carbohydrates come from high-quality sources like sweet potato, oats, amaranth, chia and quinoa, making them slow-burning for sustained energy.

This meal replacement shake is excellent for anyone who has difficulty consuming enough plant foods regularly or anyone looking for a superfood boost from a meal replacement shake.

Field Work Nutrition Primo Smoothie ($55 for 33 oz. of powder, $3 per serving)

Orgain

Orgain is the brainchild of cancer-survivor turned-integrative-medicine-specialist, Doctor Andrew Abraham.

This shake uses USDA organic ingredients and is free from artificial sweeteners, flavors, preservatives, soy, gluten, GMOs and carrageenan. Its also free from dairy and lactose, and is vegan-friendly. Instead of the grass-fed milk protein found in most of Orgains other products, the 20 grams of proteins in this powder come from organic peas, brown rice and chia seed. It also contains complex carbohydrates from a sprouted blend that includes various seeds and beans like amaranth, quinoa, garbanzo, flaxseed and pumpkin seed.

Orgain also included a greens blend and a fruit and vegetable blend, which it says ensures this meal replacement shake supplies adequate micronutrients and beneficial plant compounds. In total, these all add up to 25 grams of carbohydrates. Orgain makes a great product suitable for anyone with common food sensitivities or allergies.

Orgain Organic Meal Powder ($39.99 for 32 oz. of powder with discounts on subscription service; $2.50 per serving (or $1.87 per serving with a subscription)

Ample

Ample traded out the whey protein in its Original Meal Shake for pea protein to make this vegan-friendly meal replacement shake. And, perhaps knowing how difficult it can be for vegans to consume enough complete proteins and good fats due to dietary choices, Ample loaded this meal replacement shake with macros to support health and body functions.

For starters, there are 26 grams of fatderived mostly from coconut oil (with some from macadamia nut oil). The high fat content means you will likely feel more satiated with your liquid meal, allowing you to go a longer period of time between meals. It also means that your body is getting a healthy dose of the saturated fats essential for cellular health and hormone production that can be hard to consume in adequate amounts with a plant-based diet.

The remainder of the ingredients in this product are non-GMO and from whole-food sources. The 20 grams of protein in Ample V come mostly from organic peas. And this protein is a high-quality source of essential amino acids and one of the better choices for a vegan-safe protein, as it is a complete protein. The carbohydrates in Ample V come mostly from whole grain oat powder. This, coupled with the acacia fiber and vegetable powders, makes for a fiber-rich shake at 11 grams per serving.

Ample has also added a healthy dose of probiotics for gut health and a few vegetable powders to supply vitamins and minerals. Though, it could probably do with adding a few more plant powders to boost the overall nutritional content, but still this shake makes an excellent choice for vegans or anyone preferring plant protein.

Ample V ($4.50 to $6 per serving, depending on the package)

HLTH Code

For those who follow the high fat, low carb ketogenic diet, HLTH Code makes an excellent option.

HLTH provides 27 grams of protein from whey protein concentrate, grass-fed collagen and egg whites. The addition of collagen is particularly great because collagen is essential for maintaining the health of connective tissues (tendons and ligaments), joints and skin. An active lifestyle can stress connective tissues and joints, so a collagen boost is especially welcomed. HLTH also provides 27 grams of fat from coconut oil powder, olive oil powder, MCT powder, flaxseed, cocoa butter and grass-fed ghee far and away the most diverse and superior fat sources on our list of meal replacement shakes. HLTH has 13 grams of carbohydrates with 9 grams from soluble vegetable fibers, for only 4 grams net carbs to keep you within your daily carb limit.

HLTH also includes a significant amount of real, mineral-rich sea salt. This is valuable because people on the keto diet often have lower sodium levelstheyre generally not able to eat high-sodium packaged foods that are common in many peoples diets, and clearing ketones also causes the body to lose sodium. Despite containing none of the vegetable powders that we see in most meal replacement shakes, HLTH has still managed to create a powder thats rich in 25 vitamins and minerals due to the nutrient-dense ingredient list. This meal replacement shake is thoughtfully made and an excellent choice for those following the keto diet or anyone looking to lower carbohydrate intake and increase fat intake.

HLTH Code Complete Meal ($59.95 for a 42 oz. bag with a discount for the subscription service; $4 per serving ($3.33 per serving with subscription)

Your meal replacement shake should contain high-quality, complete protein from sources like grass-fed whey, egg whites, beans and seeds. Whey protein is one of the most popular protein sources in meal replacement shakes because it is highly absorbable and contains all nine essential amino acids. Pea protein, derived from yellow split peas, has become one of the leading sources of high-quality plant-based proteins commonly used in meal replacement shakes. Both whey and pea proteins contain all nine essential amino acids, making them complete proteins and highly effective for muscle repair and growth. The amount of protein you aim for will vary based on your overall diet and goals. A good starting point for many people is around 20-25 grams of protein per shake, which has been shown to stimulate muscle building.

You should avoid meal replacement shakes with protein from wheat. These are low-quality sources of protein that lack essential amino acids, rendering them mostly ineffective for muscle repair and growth.

Healthy fats, usually polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids, are found in certain vegetable oils, nuts and seeds among others, and can provide some benefits for the body such as decreasing your risk for disease. Its wise to avoid hydrogenated oilsthey contain trans fats, which can increase your risk of developing heart disease and other health problems.

Carbohydrates are great for supplying the body with energy. However, if they come from simple sources like corn, that energy is likely to burn out quickly, leaving you feeling like a car without gas. Complex carbohydrates such as oat powder, sweet potato flour and various bean or seed powders are digested more slowly by the body for a more sustained energy supply. These carbohydrates also contain fiber, which aids in digestion and helps you feel fuller for longer.

While it's important that your meal replacement shake tastes delicious, it's far more important that you don't compromise your health by settling for a powder loaded with sugar or artificial sweeteners. Traditional sugar may appear on the label in different names like dextrose, fructose or corn syrup solids. Beware that all of these sugars will cause your blood sugar to spike.

It's equally important to read the label for artificial sweeteners, such as aspartame and sucralose. These ingredients have been linked to cancer and other chronic diseases, supported by the Journal of Pharmacology & Pharmacotherapeutics. Instead, look for a meal replacement shake with low sugar content (4g maximum) from healthy sources, such as maple or coconut sugar or a version that uses a natural plant-based sweetener such as monk fruit to boost the taste.

Probiotics, often in the form of cultures similar to what you see in yogurts or other fermented products, are necessary to keep your gut microbiome healthy. Prebiotics are indigestible plant fibers that act as food and nutrients for your gut microbiome. Sources in meal replacement shakes often come from inulin (usually from chicory root fiber). A healthy gut is important for overall health and good digestion. When your gut is not functioning properly, it inhibits the absorption of both macro and micronutrients, rendering your food (and your meal replacement shake) virtually ineffective.

Vitamins and minerals are used as coenzymes and cofactors for many of the metabolic reactions in the bodymeaning, your body needs them to complete the processes that transform food into energy. This is why it is important to eat a wide variety of foods to ensure you are getting these micronutrients into your body through your diet. If necessary, a meal replacement powder with some added micronutrients can help you fill in some of the gaps where you might be deficient. A good rule of thumb is to check the ingredient list for vegetables, fruit, mushroom and other plant powders if you are looking to round out your meal replacement shake.

While some people have been diagnosed with food sensitivities or allergies, many people are unaware that they have any issues. If you commonly feel bloated, have gas or have other digestive issues, you may be sensitive to common allergens. If this is the case or if you have been diagnosed, you may want to steer clear of products containing lactose, gluten, wheat or soy. Keep in mind that most whey proteins contain lactose (some may contain trace amounts of gluten if they are not 100% pure). If you have true sensitivities or allergies, read the label closely for certified claims about being allergen-free. Look to see if the product was made in a facility that processes nuts, soy, or other allergens, and check for NSF Certified Gluten Free, Non-GMO Project Verified, and USDA Organic badges, depending on your sensitivities.

If you recognize most, if not all, of the ingredients, thats a good sign you have a quality product. Poorly made products contain food chemicals to improve the texture and stability of the shake. Some shakes contain synthetic vitamins as a cheap alternative to whole or real foods. Others contain fillers. These are products with little-to-no nutritional value but they act as bulk to add weight to the bottle. Thickeners are used in some meal replacement shakes to help create a more consistent texture once the liquid is added. Carrageenan is a very common thickener that, while derived from natural seaweed, has been linked to gastrointestinal damages, including "mucosal erosions and ulceration," according to Environmental Health Perspectives.

Its imperative that you have a clear vision of the health goals you are aiming to achieve, so you can select a product to help you hit the mark. Are you someone who is using a meal replacement shake to bulk up? If so, you'll want much higher macronutrients than someone trying to slim down or maintain weight.

Suppose you are using a meal replacement shake because you don't always have time or the ability to eat a meal. In that case, you'll want to choose a balance of macros and a healthy dose of micronutrients to act as a sound substitute for a meal. Know your goals and choose a powder accordingly. If you are uncertain about your goals, reach out to a health professional to learn more.

Unless you choose a ready-to-drink meal replacement shake, you'll want to invest in either a blender or a shaker bottle. Simply stirring your meal replacement powder into liquid will only leave you with a lumpy, inedible (or undrinkable) drink. Blenders are great for when you're at home and have an extra minute to mix your drink. You can always throw in some fresh greens or fruit and ice to make your meal replacement shake into a smoothie for added nutrition and flavor. But if youre on the go, a shaker bottle is an easy way to keep your drink blended and smooth.

The time you drink your meal replacement shake can vary based on what works best for your schedule. Most people replace just one meal per day with one of these shakesgenerally whatever meal is most convenient for you. However, If you are considering replacing multiple meals with a meal replacement shake then we strongly urge you to discuss it with your qualified health care provider.

You can drink a meal replacement shake between meals or before or after workouts to increase caloric and nutrient consumption (for those trying to increase muscle mass and body weight). If you just need something to fill in occasionally, you can keep a stash of meal replacement powder in your desk drawer or your gym bag and just add water when you find yourself in a bind and unable to eat a meal. Just keep in mind that the powder for these shakes could be affected by temperature and climate fluctuations such as humidity which can cause the powder to clump up.

While whole food meals are usually our best option, busy schedules dont always allow for this luxury. Whether you are trying to bulk up, lean out or just get through your busy day, you can consider a meal replacement shake to aid your health and fitness journey.

Well-made meal replacement shakes are more nutrient-dense and contain much more of the healthy ingredients your body needs than a lot of the alternative on-the-go options such as fast food or candy bars. Once you know what fuels your body and what meal replacement shake is best suited to meet your dietary needs, you can confidently choose the right product to help you reach your goals and keep you on the move.

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Clients now view these services as essential for geriatric patients, canine athletes, and pets recovering from certain surgeries

Rehabilitation services are emerging in veterinary medicine in parallel with the specialty and formal training most recently recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association, the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation.

At the 2022 Fetch dvm360 conference in Charlotte, North Carolina, presenter Janice L. Huntingford, DVM, DACVSMR, MS-TCVM, CVA, CVPP, CCRT, also explained that clients now view these services as essential for geriatric patients, canine athletes, and pets recovering from certain surgeries.1 Along with this, she shared key reasons that integrating rehabilitation including a range of therapeutic exercise and modalities (eg, hydrotherapy, ulstrasound, etc) would be especially advantageous for your practice.

Rehabilitation provides a unique service because the goals of treatment are functional and created specifically for patients who need to improve their movement or quality of life where other methods solely may not prove effective.

Huntingford illustrated an example in a dvm360 interview: So if you have a dog who has difficulty walking, it's already had its cruciate repaired but it's still not walking, it may be because its muscles are painful. And rehabilitation allows you to take those dogs and and create a scenario where they're able to walk again, because you're really dealing with functional things like that.

According to Huntingford, rehabilitation is ideal for geriatric canine patients because they typically have various health problems and medication cant address all of them. Additionally, these dogs often have stomachs that are sensitive to drugssuch as non-steroidal anti-inflammatorieswhen they are in pain because of arthritis. Thus, you can use rehabilitation methods as nondrug therapies for them.

A small animal practitioner may want to start doing rehabilitation because it gives them more tools in their toolbox when treating dogs that are geriatric who have pain and mobility issues, Huntingford said, in the interview.

Because many of these dogs have problems taking conventional drugs, either they're vomiting or they get diarrhea or they have kidney disease, and they just can't take it but they still need to have their pain managed, they need help with mobility. So in that case, you can do rehabilitation techniques [such as] therapeutic exercises, joint mobilization, hydrotherapy, laser, acupuncture . . . so it allows you to continue to treat your patients, she added.

Furthermore, engaging in rehabilitation medicine bonds you with patients, but with clients as well. Huntingford said that pet owners are often grateful that you are treating their older patients, those recovering from surgery and all others in need of an alternate therapy. It is appreciated by them that you are helping their pets pain to be better managed.

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Huntingford J. Integrating rehabilitation into a busy general practice.Presented at: Fetch dvm360 Conference; April 22-24, 2022; Charlotte, North Carolina.

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If youre feeling overwhelmed, the solution might be REST and were not talking about a nap.

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REST is shorthand for restricted environmental stimulation therapy. The meditation technique is connected to the use of water-filled sensory deprivation tanks, where you float in dark silence, removed from external stimuli.

The idea behind float therapy is to enter a state of relaxation that puts your mind and body at ease. Heres the question, though: Does the concept sink or swim?

Lets find out with integrative medicine specialist Irina Todorov, MD.

The world is filled with distractions that can overload your senses. When you enter a sensory deprivation tank and close the hatch, youre sealed off from those pesky outside influences and distractions.

The tank is dark and quiet, giving your eyes and ears a welcome rest. The chamber is filled with a shallow pool of water saturated with Epsom salt, offering buoyancy that helps you effortlessly float.

The temperature of the water and chamber is set to match your skin temperature, too, allowing you to better mesh with your surroundings.

The intent is to give you a break and let you reset, says Dr. Todorov. Youre removing the clutter and noise and distractions of daily life. Everything is stripped away. Its just you, untethered.

The feeling of weightlessness that comes with floating heightens that sense of detachment from the world. Essentially, it creates an environment where youre not even bound by the laws of gravity.

By not really touching a hard surface, it helps complete that feeling of disconnect, explains Dr. Todorov.

So, why would you want to slip into a sensory deprivation tank and float around for 30 minutes to an hour? Well, here are a few reasons.

Researchers found that a float therapy session can help decrease:

On the flip side, studies also show that feelings of optimism often increase following float therapy. Those good vibes can work to enhance creativity, focus and even help boost athletic performance.

Dr. Todorov traces the positive results of sensory deprivation tank therapy to setting aside time to just be mindful and in the moment. Its all about giving yourself the time to break away and mentally reset, she says.

A clear mind can help put ZZZs within reach. A 2016 study found that float therapy can have significant beneficial effects for sleep difficulties, in addition to reducing symptoms of general anxiety disorder.

Feeling better mentally can translate into feeling better physically. Studies show that sessions in a sensory deprivation tank can reduce the perceived intensity of severe chronic pain from aching muscles.

Researchers attributed the results to the drop in stress and an overall feeling of relaxation that soothed tense muscles.

Its the mind-body connection, says Dr. Todorov. Pain increases anxiety and stress, and the situation can spiral. But if you can control that stress, the pain level can come down a little bit and make you more comfortable.

If youve been reading this article and thinking theres absolutely no way you could spend 30 minutes to an hour inside a dark tank well, youre not alone. Its definitely not for someone who has feelings of claustrophobia, says Dr. Todorov.

Sensory deprivation tanks also arent recommended if you have:

Meditation comes in many varieties and forms, says Dr. Todorov. If youre open to using a sensory deprivation tank, theres little risk in giving float therapy a try as part of a mindfulness program.

Different people find different ways to manage stress, notes Dr. Todorov. Float therapy is just another option to consider.

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Curr Pain Headache Rep. 2022 Apr 1. doi: 10.1007/s11916-022-01028-8. Online ahead of print.

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PURPOSE OF REVIEW: While most women with migraine improve during pregnancy, a subset may remain unchanged or even become more severe. Given the limited evidence for the use of prescription medications during pregnancy, many look to other treatment modalities. We seek to review complementary and integrative medicine, procedural interventions, and neurostimulation to empower women with safe and effective treatment options during pregnancy.

RECENT FINDINGS: Migraine treatment during pregnancy remains controversial. While evidence is limited, prospective and retrospective reviews, as well as clinical experience support the use of nutraceuticals, procedural interventions, and neurostimulation during pregnancy when the appropriate risks and benefits are weighed. Empowering patients with information on complementary and integrative medicine, as well as non-systemic and interventional treatments, may help to reduce anxiety and headache burden during pregnancy. Various nutraceuticals have shown promise for the preventive management of migraine. Non-systemic interventions such as trigger point injections and peripheral and sphenopalatine nerve blocks offer effective treatment options with minimal side-effects. Options for neurostimulation have expanded in recent years and may offer safe and effective non-pharmacologic options for the management of migraine. It is imperative that providers do not minimize migraine during pregnancy and become aware of the treatment modalities available to help guide women through this experience.

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When you're feeling worked up, its always better to take a pause in order to figure out what your body needs before you say or do something you'll regret. (You're never too old for a nap or a snackand that may be just what your body needs.) To do this efficiently, therapists often recommend the HALT method as an excellent way to tame emotions and create calmness by addressing basic human needs in order to prevent taking out your frustrations on someone else.

HALT stands for:

The HALT method is based around the premise that youre more likely to make poor, highly emotional decisions when hungry, angry, lonely, or tired. The purpose is to help us identify these experiences when we are tempted to engage in a negative behavior and to instead address the underlying issue, says Kassondra Glenn, LMSW, a social worker and addiction specialist at Diamond Rehab.

HALT comes from the recovery community, however it can be applied to many scenarios beyond addiction. At its core, it is a mindfulness technique that promotes greater emotion regulation by building awareness around the root of urges, says Glenn.

The HALT method addresses how states of being and human needs might be linked to making hasty decisionswith words, actions, and thoughts. People are less likely to think clearly or practically when in distress.

The purpose of the HALT tool is to help us feel better when we are not feeling great emotionally, and its often used when we're feeling upset or emotionally off-centered, says physician and integrative medicine specialist Catherine Uram, MD.

Use the HALT method by asking yourself what seems off about your body and mindset. If you notice you are not feeling like your usual self, you can go through the HALT acronym, questioning whether youre hungry, angry, lonely, or tired in any given moment.

Asking these questions brings more self-awareness. You'll see what causes you to feel unlike yourself, which guides you toward having more emotional regulation and keeping a more centered, peaceful state of being," says Dr. Uram.

With more control over your emotions, youre better able to prevent hostility toward others while fostering a better sense of perspective and rationality.

When hungry, you tend to make hasty, emotional decisions, rather than use logic, as your body cries out for food and your stomach grumbles. This is because our blood glucose (blood sugar) can be lower than usual, affecting our physiology, how we think, feel and therefore make decisions, says Dr. Uram.

The connection between hunger and lack of control over emotions is that when we don't have enough energy, and need to replete with food, we do not have enough energy to physiologically regulate emotions and how theyre handled. This results in uncomfortable feelings that we sometimes do not want to investigate, which we label a bad mood, when were actually getting upset because of hunger and that our body and mind do not have enough physical energy to function optimally, says Dr. Uram.

It is well-researched that human behavior changes when we are hungry, where hunger causes us to value the short term over the long term and leads to hastiness with decisions. Chemicals released in our brain also change when we are hungry, to chemicals which then heighten anger, in response, says Glenn.

The best action plan is to identify hunger signals (rumbling stomachs, headaches, irritability, etc.), and then find food as soon as possible. Oftentimes we must eat before taking any further action to alleviate discomfort, because sufficient calories and glucose are physically foundational for any mood improvements to occur, says Glenn.

If hunger is the cause, it's best to eat something nutritious, like vegetables, fruits, nuts, or seeds, to bring physiology back to baseline, rather than bombarding your body with large meal. Foods high in sugar made provide a short-term fix before backfiring, leaving you feeling even moodier.

An example of satiating this urge first would be if you discovered the cause of feeling not well emotionally was hunger, you could take a momentary break from whatever you are doing, eat a handful of nuts or dried fruits, rest and enjoy them as much as you can, while your body and brain come back to baseline, called homeostasis, says Glenn.

Then eat a meal, or add on to your snack, with slow speed and mindfulness to help you think more clearly and to feel calmer. As your body and brain are coming back into homeostasis, you will think more clearly and feel calmer, avoiding hasty remarks and snappiness and alleviating uncomfortable moods, says Glenn.

We often act out when angry because anger conjures up a lot of physical and emotional reserves, which make it difficult to settle mentally, emotionally, and physically, and so instead our bodies respond with a fight-or-flight response, says Dr. Uram.

Anger is a normal human emotion, but unless managed, it can lead to poor decision making in the moment. Anger promotes impatience and stimulates chemicals in the brain, like adrenaline, and when we act out in anger, the amygdala, which is the part of the brain responsible for processing strong emotion and threat stimuli, also becomes involved, says Glenn. The connection between the two can be tricky to navigate, and the amygdalas involvement can be too strong at times and take over.

Use the HALT method by recognizing that youre angry, and then choosing to use mindfulness to rest, with exercises that bring self-awareness, acknowledgement and a sense of calm. Glenn recommends deep breathing, sending energy into the feet, or touching fingertips together one-by-one as three simple techniques with potential to regulate anger quickly and with ease by bringing more attention to the present moment and anger.

Another way to use the HALT method to target anger is to work out, which will release stress. Running, walking, or some other form of vigorous exercise can be helpful, because when we are angry, we have increased adrenaline and glucose, so intense exercise allows us to put it to good use physically, rather than keeping it all pent up inside, to then explode outwards, says Dr. Uram.

People are wired to seek belonging, so when youre feeling lonely, it may lead to depression and anxiety, as well as making decisions without connecting to yourself and your authenticity or power. There are multiple ways to feel lonelywe can feel as though we haven't found our group, and we can also feel as though we are disconnected from ourselves, says Glenn.

When you're feeling lonely, HALT helps you handle emotions better and avoid taking them out on others. It gets you a little uncomfortable by urging you to use self-reflection to address the root of your loneliness and the ways in which you can improve your sense of community and attract love, says Dr. Uram.

Use the HALT method by reaching out to someone with whom you feel you can be your authentic self. Meeting face-to-face, if possible, can reduce the loneliness youre feeling. Connection promotes nervous system co-regulation, which allows us to move from depressed/anxious back toward our baseline, says Glenn.

Practice self-connection, especially if the identified feelings of loneliness are centered on disconnection from the self, as it can be beneficial to engage in an activity that puts us back in touch, says Glenn. You might try yoga and meditation, exercising, reading a book, painting, or another hobby you enjoy.

Going for a walk alone outdoors for some fresh air is another way to feel more connected to your surroundings and yourself. Connection with ourselves allows for increased emotional identification and processing, explains Glenn.

Without physical energy, its hard to maintain enough mental energy and focus for clarity of thinking and good judgment. Tiredness causes us to feel foggier and increases stress around making decisions, causing those decisions to be more rash, says Glenn.

Use the HALT method by prioritizing tasks and checking off items accordingly, but also by prioritizing sleep. Once we've paused and identified tiredness, prioritizing the tasks we need to complete and decisions we need to make can decrease stress levels, says Glenn. We are letting ourselves off the hook and acknowledging that we don't need to do everything right now, Glenn continues. A break might signify sleep, a vacation, a walk outside, an episode of your favorite television show or even simply sitting in silence for a brief pause, just for yourself.

Tiredness is your body telling you that it needs rest. Pause current tasks, engage in something relaxing and enjoyable, or take a nap or go to bed, if you havent been sleeping well and need to catch up.

The HALT method is a beneficial tool for people with anger management issues or chronic stress, for couples who are struggling to connect intimately or communicate well, and for those recovering from addiction. It requires greater self-awareness and ability to pause before doing things hastily to reflect and center themselves first.

In general, HALT requires us to pause before choosing our next action and this pause creates space in which we can identify core emotions and choose a less harmful route, says Glenn. This is helpful for anger and stress management, with couples, and in addiction recovery, as theres possibility for intense emotions and negative urges, and thats where HALT and use of mindfulness helps us slow down, says Glenn.

It's important to remember that the HALT method is just one tool to manage stress, and that it is not a cure-all or a technique to be used in every scenario. It can be useful to talk to a professional who specialized in the area(s) in which youre struggling to determine whether the HALT method is right for you.

If you or someone you know is struggling, call the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year support for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders.

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1. Name, job title and company: Kate Roth MSN, ARNP, FNP-C, WHNP-BCP, ARBHRT-C Nurse Practitioner and Medical Director for Beacon Specialty and Family Practice

2. What does your company do and what are your responsibilities? We provide an array of family medicine services. I specialize in comprehensive womens healthcare and bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. She treats thyroid disease, polycystic ovarian syndrome, infertility and vaginal rejuvenation treatment. I also perform annual wellness examinations, family planning, treatment of migraine headache, pre-marital exams and bio-identical hormone pellet insertion for men and women. My responsibilities as medical director include maintaining compliance with regulatory state board regulations, HIPAA security services, staff training and competency evaluation in accordance with state and federal law.

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Newswise Irvine, Calif., Oct. 22, 2021 A new study led by University of California, Irvine researchers is the first to reveal the specific molecular mechanism that controls the transition from acute to chronic pain, and identifies this mechanism as a critical target for disease-modifying medicines.

Findings from the study, titled NAAA-regulated lipid signaling governs the transition from acute to chronic pain, published today in Science Advances, show that disabling N-acylethanolamine acid amidase (NAAA)an intracellularenzymein the spinal cord during a 72-hour time window following peripheral tissue injury halts chronic pain development in male and female mice.

Delineating the nature, localization and timing of the events involved in pain chronicity is necessary to pinpointing control nodes in the process that can be targeted by new classes of disease-modifying medicines beyond analgesics, said Daniele Piomelli, Distinguished Professor in the UCI School of Medicine Department of Anatomy & Neurobiology. This study is the first to identify that NAAA, a previously unrecognized control node, can be effectively targeted by small-molecule therapeutics that inhibit this enzyme, and block the transition from acute to chronic pain.

Chronic pain evolves from acute pain caused by the physical trauma of tissue damage due to surgery or injury and is a massive problem, affecting more than 1.5 billion people worldwide. Chronic pain continues long past tissue healing, is often resistant to therapy, and remains seriously undertreated. Treatment is largely dependent on a handful of analgesic drug classes such as opioids, which may lose effectiveness over time and can also lead to addiction. Nerve damage is considered to be a critical factor in the transition to chronic pain, but the underlying molecular events leading to its emergence have been poorly understood.

Our findings suggest a new class of drugs NAAA inhibitors can be used to treat various forms of chronic pain and in preventing incisional and inflammatory injuries following surgery, Piomelli said.

This work was funded by grants R41NS106999, R42DA033683 and DA041229 from the National Institutes of Health.

About the UCI School of Medicine: Each year, the UCI School of Medicine educates more than 400 medical students, and nearly 150 doctoral and masters students. More than 700 residents and fellows are trained at UCI Medical Center and affiliated institutions. The School of Medicine offers an MD; a dual MD/PhD medical scientist training program; and PhDs and masters degrees in anatomy and neurobiology, biomedical sciences, genetic counseling, epidemiology, environmental health sciences, pathology, pharmacology, physiology and biophysics, and translational sciences. Medical students also may pursue an MD/MBA., an MD/masters in public health, or an MD/masters degree through one of three mission-based programs: Health Education to Advance Leaders in Integrative Medicine (HEAL-IM), Leadership Education to Advance Diversity-African, Black and Caribbean (LEAD-ABC), and the Program in Medical Education for the Latino Community (PRIME-LC). The UCI School of Medicine is accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Accreditation and ranks among the top 50 nationwide for research. For more information, visit som.uci.edu.

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Our grandmothers have passed on many wise tips for moving through life, from beauty secrets to home remedies for everyday ailments. Among the top? Always have a hot-water bottle at the ready to help you with everything from relieving period cramps to warming your feet before bed on a chilly night.

To menstruate is to know that period symptoms are always in flux and that even the change of season can dramatically impact them. Come fall, we tend to exercise less and eat richer, heartier foods, which can exacerbate PMS symptoms, especially cramps. One of the most tried-and-true remedies to ease aches and pains is applying heat to the lower abdomen with a hot-water bottle. It helps soothe the tense muscles associated with cramping, explains Sherry Ross, M.D., a Santa Monica ob-gyn. Heat works by relaxing the muscles of the uterus, which increases blood flow and ultimately helps ease the pain.

And its not just helpful for abdominal cramps but for other parts of the body under stress too. Many women also get neck pain during their period due to the general muscle cramping and drop in magnesium and progesterone before their cycle, so a hot-water bottle is a great home remedy for this, explains integrative-medicine physician Taz Bhatia, M.D. There is also the psychological impact of warmth giving us a feeling of relief, adds Dr. Bhatia, citing findings that show that exposure to warm temperature can elevate a persons mood. (Hence the enduring appeal of using a hot-water bottle to keep your feet toasty on a nippy night by placing it at the foot of the bed.)

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"Thirty minutes a day is a good goal for movement," Shah writes on Instagram. However, she notes that you don't necessarily need to dedicate all of those 30 minutes to the gym. "Even if you don't work out on a treadmill and you just move around all day for a total of 10 to 20,000 stepsthat is enough of a workout. You really don't have to have a formal or gym workout, at least cardio-wise."

So if a 30-minute treadmill walk fits into your schedulegreat! But just know that you can reap the cardio benefits from NEAT movement (or non-exercise activity thermogenesis), as well.

Aside from the cardio itself, the incline plays a significant role: "Walking up a hill is a great cardiovascular exercise and also has some resistance built in as you are walking [on an] incline," says Shah. In fact, research has shown resistance training is top-notch for healthy aging and longevityShah says you might want to incorporate proper strength training as well to increase muscle mass, but the incline is a great start.

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image:The VPI10463 and M68 represent the classic and the hypervirulent C. difficile, respectively. GTD-VPI preferentially modifies Rho family GTPases (Cdc42, for example) by glucosylation, while GTD-M68 more effectively modifies R-Ras. Due to their different selectivity toward Rho or Ras family GTPases, these two different TcdB variants cause two distinct types of cytopathic effects. view more

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Irvine, Calif., Oct. 22, 2021 A University of California, Irvine-led study suggests that the glucosyltransferase domain (GTD) is an ideal molecular target for therapeutic interventions for Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI). These findings may lead to new treatments to fight this deadly disease.

Based on their findings that established the structural basis for Toxin B recognition of the small GTPases Rho and R-Ras families, the study, titled Structural basis for selective modification of Rho and Ras GTPases by Clostridioides difficile toxin B, was published today in Sciences Advances.

CDI is the leading cause of antibiotic-associated diarrhea and gastroenteritis-associated deaths worldwide, accounting for 500,000 cases and 29,000 deaths annually in the U.S. Classified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as one of the top health threats. There is growing global concern surrounding the emerge and spread of hypervirulent C. difficile strains, resembling the occurrence of new virus variants in current COVID pandemic. TcdB is one of two homologous C. difficile exotoxins, and TcdB alone is capable of causing the full spectrum of CDI diseases.

We focused on the structure and function of TcdBs crucial GTD, which is the toxins warhead. The GTD is delivered by the toxin inside the host cells and causes most of the cytosolic damage to patients, said Rongsheng Jin, PhD, professor in the Department of Physiology & Biophysics at the UCI School of Medicine, and corresponding author. We discovered molecular mechanisms by which the GTD specifically recognizes and blocks the physiological functions of the human GTPases Rho and R-Ras enzyme families that are crucial signaling molecules.

The team also demonstrated how the classic form of TcdB and the hypervirulent TcdB recognize their human targets in different ways, which leads to distinct structural changes to the host cells caused by bacterial invasion.

Once the GTD of TcdB is inside the cells, it is shielded by our cells and becomes inaccessible to passive immunotherapy. But our studies suggest that small molecule inhibitors could be developed to disarm the GTD, which will directly eliminate the root cause of disease symptoms and cellular damage, Jin said. This new strategy can potentially be integrated with and complement other CDI treatment regiments.

This work was supported by the National Institutes of Health under awards R01AI125704, R21AI139690, R21AI123920, R01NS080833, R01AI132387, R01AI139087 and R21 CA235533.

Team members also include Zheng Liu and Peng Chen from the UCI Department of Physiology & Biophysics; Sical Chang, Songhai Tian, Ji Zeng, and Min Dong, Department of Urology, Boston Childrens Hospital, and Department of Microbiology and Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Boston; and Kay Perry, NE-CAT and Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York; and Argonne National Laboratory, Lemont, Illinois.

About the UCI School of Medicine: Each year, the UCI School of Medicine educates more than 400 medical students, and nearly 150 doctoral and masters students. More than 700 residents and fellows are trained at UCI Medical Center and affiliated institutions. The School of Medicine offers an M.D.; a dual M.D./Ph.D. medical scientist training program; and Ph.D.s and masters degrees in anatomy and neurobiology, biomedical sciences, genetic counseling, epidemiology, environmental health sciences, pathology, pharmacology, physiology and biophysics, and translational sciences. Medical students also may pursue an M.D./M.B.A., an M.D./masters in public health, or an M.D./masters degree through one of three mission-based programs: Health Education to Advance Leaders in Integrative Medicine (HEAL-IM), Leadership Education to Advance Diversity-African, Black and Caribbean (LEAD-ABC), and the Program in Medical Education for the Latino Community (PRIME-LC). The UCI School of Medicine is accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Accreditation and ranks among the top 50 nationwide for research. For more information, visit som.uci.edu.

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The NFL's reigning MVP isn't likely to unseat book club queens Oprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon orJenna Bush Hager anytime soon, but his Aaron Rodgers Book Club is rolling right along.

Each Tuesday during his appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," the Green Bay Packers quarterback ends his segment by revealing a recommended book. An avidreader, Rodgers told McAfee he started thinking about the idea after Packers wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling asked him for a starter packof recommended reads during training camp.

His inaugural book club pick, "The Alchemist," got a retweet from its author. Rodgers has saidhe's heard from others who have thanked himfor talking about reading.

"We need more people reading and (less) people spending time sitting on their ass watching TV and other bull----," hesaid on the show.

Brown CountyLibrary, which hasnine locations in the greater Green Bay area, has noticed an uptick in interestin the seven titles Rodgers hasrecommended to date, particularly since October, said Susan Lagerman, the library's community engagement manager. Several of the titles are checked out and others have waiting lists, she said.

Rodgers, who told McAfee he has a stack of 30 books he wants to get to, reads mostly nonfiction and leans toward philosophical, spiritual and self-help titles. He plans to choose 18 books through the season.

All proceeds from the saleof Aaron Rodgers Book ClubT-shirts through McAfee's online merchandise store will be donated to a reading advocacy program of Rodgers' choice.

Here's a breakdown of his picks so far:

Recommended on: Oct. 19 (two days after the "I still own you" Packers-Chicago Bears game)

Quick summary: Writtenmore than 2,000 years ago in ancient China, it's the first known study of the planning and conduct of military operations, but its reach extends beyond battlefield maneuvers to business, politics and personal conflicts. Among the classic'sfamed quotes:It is easy to love your friend, but sometimes the hardest lesson to learn is to love your enemy."

Rodgers' take: "It's a book that I think most great leaders have read at some point ... A lot of great wisdom in here and one-liners that you can use in your life and in press conferences down the road as well and in speeches to your team when you're trying to fire up the boys."

Recommended on: Oct. 12

Quick summary:Chopra, world-renowned as an author and speaker on integrative medicine and personal transformation,teams up with physicist Menas Kafatos to explore questions about time, space, the universe and humans' place in it.

Rodgers' take:He just finished reading the 2017 book and admits it's "a super dense book" with "some crazy concepts." At 288 pages, it's also one of the longer books he has chosen.

Recommended on: Oct. 5

Quick summary: First published in 1997, the long-running New York Times bestseller explores four agreements people can make with themselves to find happiness and freedom. They are: Be impeccable with your word; don't take anything personally; don't make assumptions; and always do your best.Winfrey has heralded the book three times on her television shows, in 2000, 2001 and 2013, resulting in huge sales spikes each time.

Rodgers' take: It's his go-to title when someone hits him up for a self-help book recommendation. It's a simple read at 140 pages and one he thinks everyone can relate to, especially the agreement about not to take thingspersonally.

"I think that'sthe motivation for most comments on social media," Rodgers said. "Somebody has said something and then somebody takes it personally and then they have to fire back."

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Recommended on: Sept. 28

Quick summary: A 1971 book that offers guidance on meditation, yogaand finding your true self from the famed guru of the spiritual movement in America. It took off during the hippie movement in the '70s, offering readers a way to find peace, calmness andhigher states of consciousness without psychedelics and deliveringthe ultimate message tolive in the present.

Rodgers' take:"It's a good intro book, I think, for anybody interested in needing inspiration on their journey to a new type of spirituality. Some incredible quotes in here and a book that really meant a lot to me."

Honorary mention:It's not an official ARBC selection, but Rodgers did give a shoutout to"Chuck Norris CannotBe Stopped:400 All-New Facts About the Man Who Knows Neither Fear Nor Mercy" by Ian Spector, mostly because he ran across a copy on his home bookshelf.

Recommended on: Sept. 21

Quick summary: TheAmericanyoung adultnovel follows 12-year-old Jonas in a society that at first appears to beutopianbut is later revealed to bedystopianas the haunting story goes on. It won the 1994 Newbery Medal, awarded annually by the American Library Associationfor the most distinguished American children's book published the previous year.

Rodgers' take: "This book was on reading lists when I was growing up. It still stands up. It's, in my opinion, super relatable to what we're going through as a society now." Rodgers has read it four times.

Recommended on: Sept. 14

Quick summary: The story of the Arizona Cardinals safety who gave up a $3.6 million contractafter 9/11 to enlist in the U.S. Army and become an Army Ranger. Sent first to Iraq and then Afghanistan, Tillman was killed in 2004 by friendly fire, the details of whichwerekept from his family and the American public for several weeks after his death.

Rodgers' take: "One of my legitimate all-time favorites by an author who I have read many, many of his books."

Rodgers said he has given the book away so many times for others to read that he had to run to Barnes & Noble to pick up a copy for the segment.

"The best part about it is learning more about Pat Tillman, and Pat, which I didn't know, he's a deep thinker and, like myself, kind of grew up in and around the church but at some point really dove into Eastern religions and meditationand philosophyand journaling. He was a very curious guy and he had a lot of interests outside of football."

Recommended on: Sept. 7

Quick summary: First published in 1988, the international bestseller by the Brazilian author tells thestory of an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure. His quest ends up taking him to riches of a different kind. No. 70 on the list of 100 most-loved books from PBS' "The Great American Read,"itoffers lessons about listening to your heart, recognizing opportunity and following your dreams.

Rodgers' take:"One of my all-time favorite books, and it's an easy book, and it'sfiction, which, I don't read a lot of fiction, but it's been around for a long, long time."

Rodgers, who just finished reading itagain during training camp, highlighted some of his favorite excerpts with a blue marker somethinghe often does with books he reads.

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But let us emphasize complex carbs here: This does not mean you should dig into a bowl of potato chips before bed. You still want to choose foods with a low glycemic index in order to keep your blood sugar balanced. (Because, friendly reminder, your blood sugar also affects your shut-eye.) Some of the best nutrient-dense sources of complex carbs include sweet potatoes, beets, squash, and carrotsbut check out our full guide to keto carb cycling, if you're curious.

Bonus points if you choose foods rich in magnesium, too, as the mineral is important for a bunch of functions in the body, including sleep.* Some favorites include chickpeas, bananas, pumpkin seeds, and we could go on (so we'll just send you here for a quick recap).

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Turning 40 feels like a milestone and, with life expectancy still hovering around 81 years for adults in the UK, it does indeed mark a halfway point. Undeniably, the body starts to work against us as we enter midlife and not just by making those unwelcome grunts when we ease into an armchair.

The risk of cancer starts to increase, as the cells become more damaged over time; for women the perimenopause may begin at this stage. Meanwhile, our body composition changes after the age of 30 we lose around 3-5 per cent of muscle per decade unless we include strength training in our regimes, and midlifers can find their waistline expanding, though whether this is down to the metabolism slowing down, or an increased cheese and wine habit, remains the subject of debate.

But lots of these downsides of ageing can be managed or even prevented by lifestyle tweaks; studies show that adopting healthy habits can decrease cancer risk by as much as 40 per cent. So if youre in your 40s, one of the best things you can do is have a health check.

From the age of 40, a full health screening should be a key date in your diary each year, Dr Ursula Levine, General Practitioner (Integrative Medicine), at Lanserhof at The Arts Club says. The earlier a change in your health is detected, the more efficient the treatment can be.

The NHS offer a free health check for over-40s every five years to check for early signs of stroke, kidney disease, heart disease, type 2 diabetes or dementia. But there are plenty of tests you can do at home, too...

Leading diabetes scientist Dr Roy Taylor recently said not being able to fit into the trousers you wore in your 20s can be a sign you are carrying too much fat and at risk of type 2 diabetes.

Waist size is an important indicator of health because fat stored around the middle can be especially harmful, building up around organs such as the liver and pancreas and raising the risk of insulin resistance and metabolic and cardiovascular disease.

But the jean size test is a bit rudimentary. Dr Michael Mosley, who created the 5:2 diet, has a different marker of good health. We know the waist to height ratio is a useful indicator of health ideally your waist circumference should be at most half of your height, he says. But you dont need a tape measure just grab a piece of string that is as long as you are tall. Fold it in half and see if it fits around your waist.

If it doesnt, dont panic, but it is something to work on. Reducing your waist circumference to half your height will likely improve your long-term health and boost your immunity, Dr Mosley adds.

If you want a quick test to see how your heart is coping, climb four flights of stairs (60 steps) and time yourself. If it takes you more than one-and-a-half minutes to ascend four flights of stairs, your health is sub-optimal, and it would be a good idea to consult a doctor, says Dr Jess Peteiro, a cardiologist at University Hospital A Corua, Spain, who presented his research at the European Society of Cardiology conference last year.

A recent study published in the journal Jama Network Open found that getting fit in your 40s and 50s lowers the risk of early death by about 35 per cent and is particularly protective against heart disease.

Women of all ages but particularly those in their 40s and upwards should check their breasts regularly. Dr Zoe Williams, the GP and broadcaster, recommends doing this ideally once a month and says that its not just lumps we should look out for. There are many different signs such as irritation or dimpling of the skin on the breast or flaky skin in the nipple area, she says. If you notice any unusual changes, its important to contact your GP as soon as possible.

Breast cancer screening is offered on the NHS from the age of 50. It is not recommended before then because theres not enough evidence that it would reduce deaths, and the tests have risks as well, says Sophia Lowes at Cancer Research UK.

Other red flag symptoms to have investigated include unusual lumps anywhere on your body, appetite loss, heavy night sweats and blood in stools. If you do notice something unusual, tell your doctor, Lowes says.

The ability to balance on one leg is a strong indicator of longevity and health, according to a study by the Medical Research Council, which tracked 5,000 people born in 1946 throughout their lives. Those who could balance on one leg for more than 10 seconds with eyes closed, and then to stand up and sit down in a chair 37 times in 60 seconds or 35 times for women tended to have a better life expectancy when they revisited them 13 years later.

Balance is something we take for granted, Dr Mosley says. It enables you to move confidently through life but unfortunately, our balance deteriorates when you hit your 40s. The brain uses messages from receptors in our inner ear, eyes, muscles and joints to keep us upright. If our balance is off, it can be an overall marker of decline of brain health.

Practising standing on one leg once a day is a simple way to improve your posture and balance. When Im brushing my teeth, I set a timer, and stand on one leg, switching from one leg to the other. Each day, try and increase the number of seconds and try and work up to a minute if possible, says Dr Mosley.

Nearly 40 per cent of adults have high or borderline high cholesterol, according to NHS statistics, and levels increase with age. The NHS advises asking for a test if you are 40 and over and havent had a test before, especially if high cholesterol or heart problems run in your family. High cholesterol has no symptoms, so the only way to tell is a blood test.

Blood pressure also rises with age, thanks to a reduction in elastic tissue in your arteries, and again it can be symptomless. Around 90 per cent of patients have no symptoms, says Dr Nighat Arif, a GP based in Buckinghamshire. But high blood pressure can have life changing effects, such as triggering a heart attack or stroke, damaging your kidneys or even losing your vision.

Women in particular need to be aware of raised blood pressure; researchers from Norway reported earlier this year that even slightly elevated readings from the age of 40 were a strong risk factor for a heart attack in the next 16 years.

170,000 Britons die a year due to heart attacks, strokes and circulatory conditions, according to Cambridge University research, and cutting your cholesterol and blood pressure through quitting smoking, exercising, losing weight and reducing salt can reduce the risk by four fifths.

Spinal degeneration and back problems become more common after the age of 40, says osteopath Nadia Alibhai. To protect the long term health of your back, she says keeping flexible is absolutely key.

In an ideal world, we should be able to touch our toes in our 40s, as it displays flexibility in your lower back, glutes, ankles and hamstrings. Flexibility is needed for proper blood circulation and muscle elasticity; touching the toes helps prevent muscles from contracting and becoming short and tight.

A study published in the journal Heart and Circulatory Physiology found that being able to touch your toes could mean that your arteries are in good shape, too. Researchers found a correlation between poor flexibility and atherosclerosis in a group of people aged 40 and above.

If you cant get down that far, you need to practise. If youre struggling, start with a slow forward fold, Alibhai says. Stretch upwards and lengthen your spine before folding forwards. Keep your spine straight and if you need to bend your knees, please do. Dont push yourself too far, slow and steady wins the race.

Im seeing so many people with back problems at the moment, says Dr Arif, and they are usually posture related from hunching over screens. If you know you can touch your toes, then you are extending the spinal cord and sciatic nerve and you know youve got good flexibility.

Your GP is trained to check moles, and you can ask them to do just that. However: I would always recommend getting a regular (once yearly) mole check at a specialist clinic once you turn 40, says Dr David Jack, an aesthetic doctor and skincare expert. Specialist mole clinics do this every day so if there is something unusual that might not be recognised by a GP then it can be quickly diagnosed and treated right away.

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Are you feeling knotty?

First, please note the spelling. Then, if your tense back or sore muscles are screaming Yes!, keep reading.

While getting weekly or even monthly massages may be beneficial to both your physical and mental health, it can take a chunk out of your paychecks, too. Because of this, many of us deal with our aches and pains by ignoring them, instead of working through the knots with some massage and TLC.

Massage is generally considered part of integrative medicine, according to the Mayo Clinic. Its increasingly being offered along with standard treatment for a wide range of medical conditions and situations. Among the many benefits Mayo cites in relation to both stress and total body wellness:

Heres where an at-home massage device comes into play, providing much needed relief for your body without adding extra stress on your wallet. This is why we tested the Therabody Theragun Mini, the $199 personal and portable percussive therapy massage gun.

For those new to what percussive therapy is, youre not alone. To help explain it, we chatted with Dr. Jason Wersland, founder and chief wellness officer of Therabody, to break it all down.

Basically the up-and-down motion that the Theragun makes is called a percussive motion, he explained in a statement to The Post. That motion along with our specifically calibrated frequency and amplitude moves on and off the body having a positive effect on the body, nerves, and body tissue to ease muscle tension and aches.

The powerful-but-compact device comes with a carrying case so you can bring it pretty much anywhere, from the gym to use in the locker room after an intense workout to the office to use on a sore back due to bad posture or on your arches after wearing uncomfortable shoes. It also has a 150-minute battery life, should you leave your charger at home by accident.

We designed the mini specifically for ease-of-use. Its smaller in nature but doesnt sacrifice power. Its a pocket-sized device, giving Theragun quality muscle treatment with unparalleled portability, explained Dr. Wersland. The compact Theragun mini is the most agile massage device for on-the-go care, small enough to fit into a bag or laptop case, it can go anywhere with you.

The device is sold on Therabodys site in four different colors, including the white version I now have at home, a light taupe brown, black and red in partnership with (PRODUCT)RED, donating a portion of the proceeds between now and Dec. 31 to the Global Fund to support the COVID-19 Response as well as HIV/AIDS programs.

If this is your first foray into personal massage devices, no worries, as the Theragun Mini may be one of the easiest to use. If you need a bit more instruction than the video above or from the included care instructions in your box, they also have a library of training videos on the site that you can do from anywhere.

The device is a great supplement to getting a massage, as Dr. Wersland said that while this isnt a replacement for a trained massage therapist, there are still things you can do to mimic that relaxing experience.

Its a different experience, but if you are looking to replicate the spa experience, lay on your stomach and you can have another person do a full-body sweep from your shoulders to your feet, using Theragun slowly down your body, spending no more than two minutes on any muscle group, Dr. Wersland said.

Personally, even though from my age and lifestyle I should be in top notch shape, my genetics had other things in store for me. It seems like I was born with horrible knots in the four corners of my upper and lower back, and combined with my admittedly bad posture and poor stretching habits, I knew I was a great candidate for the Theragun Mini.

My favorite part was ease of use, as you can really use it anywhere on your body and anywhere you happen to be. I still work from home, so my main treatments happened on my couch or in my desk chair, but I also took it along in my overnight bag on a weekend trip and it was a lifesaver after the public transit ride there and back.

I also loved the three different speed settings, starting with the lowest setting at first but then amping up higher on tougher knots and lowering back down on more sensitive areas. Since youre supposed to treat the gun like an extension of your hand, it was fun to explore the best grip and speed for the treatments and figure out what worked the best for me.

Its a yes from me.

I would say that even after a few sessions using the Theragun Mini on my neck and the four corners of my back, I felt a release of tension. Even better, it seemed easier to have better posture once I was less tense, starting me on a cyclical journey for a more pain-free work day.

If you can afford massages or frequent chiropractor visits, investing the $199 in this is a no brainer to me. And if not, then its a perfect item to have on your holiday wishlist, so feel free to send along this article to your loved ones as a subtle hint before the holidays. Its sold on the Therabody site in four different colors, as well as on Amazon in red, black and white.

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