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A Bit About Ashwagandha

Mar 24, 2023 · UHN Staff · Energy & Fatigue

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a small evergreen shrub found in areas of India, the Middle East, and parts of Africa. The plant has small, green flowers and fruit that turn orange-red when ripe. In Sanskrit, “Ashwagandha” translates to “smell of the horse,” which is thought to be a result of … Read More

Ask the Doctor March 2023

Feb 22, 2023 · UHN Staff · Energy & Fatigue

DEPRESSION AND DEMENTIA Q: Does having depression as an older adult raise the risk of developing dementia? A: There is a strong association between severe depression in older adults and an increased risk for dementia. That risk appears to be greater compared with people who have mild depression. Many studies … Read More

Fatigue Can Signal Serious Health Issues

Dec 20, 2022 · Kate Brophy · Energy & Fatigue

Fatigue is a problem faced by many older adults, but it frequently goes unreported because—much like pain—it tends to be accepted as just another sign of aging. In fact, fatigue can be a sign of numerous health issues, many of them serious. “Fatigue is closely related to frailty, which is … Read More

Newsbriefs: Aspirin; Deer and ticks; Mood and cognition boost; Cardiovascular disease

Dec 20, 2022 · Izzy King · Energy & Fatigue

Warfarin + Aspirin Is Risky A new study (JAMA Network Open, Sept. 19, 2022) suggests that taking aspirin alongside a blood thinner isn’t advisable. The study included 6,738 people with no history of cardiovascular disease (CVD), mean age 62, who were treated at anticoagulation clinics for blood clots and/or atrial … Read More

To Juice or Not to Juice?

Nov 22, 2022 · Lori Zanteson · Energy & Fatigue

Juicing is on the fast track from fad to full-on health craze. Thanks to an explosion of juice bars and celebrity endorsements, satisfying that thirst for greens, super fruits, celery or beetroot juice straight up is the new black. Healthy as these juicy concoctions may seem, there’s a tall order … Read More

Brain Fog, Fatigue, Other Symptoms Often Persist for COVID-19 ‘Long Haulers’

Aug 17, 2022 · UHN Staff · Energy & Fatigue

[caption id="attachment_142188" align="alignleft" width="300"] arloo | Adobe StockIt’s estimated that more than half of the U.S. population has been infected by the coronavirus, and that one in five of those individuals have at least one COVID-19 symptom months after their infection. These so-called ‘‘long haulers” are the subjects of ongoing … Read More

Beware of Dehydration

Aug 17, 2022 · UHN Staff · Energy & Fatigue

Water is essential for life and it is needed by the body every day. So, while it’s possible for a person to survive weeks or even months without food, you won’t last but a few days without water. That’s because the body needs water for nearly every function it performs, … Read More

Boost Energy with Healthy Food Choices and Eating Strategies

Aug 16, 2022 · Dawn Bialy · Energy & Fatigue

If you’re looking for a way to stay energized throughout the day, skip the energy drinks, coffees, and sugary, highfat snacks: Most of the “energy” in these products comes from sugar, caffeine, and white flour. It’s true that these products can give you a quick energy boost, but it will … Read More

Ask the Doctor: September 2021

Aug 24, 2021 · Maurizio Fava, MD · Energy & Fatigue

Q. I have seen ads for smartphone apps that offer mental health counseling. Is it a good idea to try therapy in this way? A. The rise of so-called “mobile therapy” has certainly encouraged more people to reach out for help. But what they are getting for their time and … Read More

Prevent Sunburn and Get Your Vitamin D

Jul 22, 2021 · UHN Staff · Energy & Fatigue

Vitamin D is called the sunshine vitamin because when the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays reach the skin, they trigger the production of vitamin D. However, worries about skin cancer present a dilemma: Can you avoid harmful sun rays with sunscreens and still get needed vitamin D? In short, yes. “An … Read More

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