Is our gut feeling really just guesswork or our best shield?
In 1942, as desert warfare raged in North Africa, a crew of physiologists was dispatched to the Sonoran Desert to conduct experiments on soldiers. The goal was to figure out how much water they needed ...
You’ve probably heard your fair share of dehydration facts (“eight glasses a day,” anyone?). But do you really know how dehydration shows up in your day-to-day? The truth is, dehydration is more ...
Australia’s thirst for electrolyte supplements and sports drinks is growing, with the value of the global market set to double by 2032. Once the domain of professional athletes, electrolytes – be it ...
Dehydration and having a herniated disc are common causes of charley horses. A doctor can diagnose a charley horse with a physical exam, but may use imaging tests. Staying hydrated and stretching can ...
Rebecca Jaspan is a registered dietitian specializing in anorexia, binge eating disorder, and bulimia, as well as disordered eating and orthorexia. Electrolyte powders are made up of sodium, potassium ...
Ozempic (semaglutide) helps people with type 2 diabetes lower their blood sugar if diet, exercise, and other diabetes medications haven’t worked. If you’ve just gotten a prescription for it, you might ...
Diarrhea is a common side effect of Ozempic due to the medication’s effect on the digestive system, which slows nutrient absorption. Dietary adjustments, such as eating smaller meals and avoiding ...