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Annual Exams

Jan 24, 2025 · UHN Staff · Diabetes

Q: Do I really need an annual exam? I see my doctor for various issues throughout the year anyway. A: An annual exam is essential for adults ages 65 and older, even if they see their doctor for other issues throughout the year. This comprehensive check-up goes beyond addressing specific … Read More

How to Get Your Mojo Back

Jan 24, 2025 · UHN Staff · Diabetes

If you just don’t feel like having sex anymore and think that it’s age related, you’re right, and likely a little misguided, too. It’s common for sexual activity and desire to decrease somewhat with age, but just getting older doesn’t have to mean the end of sexual intimacy. Sure, there … Read More

A Healthy Dietary Pattern May Lower Your Cancer Risk

Jan 24, 2025 · Judith C. Thalhaimer, RD, LDN · Diabetes

The authors of an umbrella review (one that combines the results of a large number of prospective studies) found that adhering to the dietary recommendations issued by the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research in 2007 was associated with lower risk of all cancers. These … Read More

Regular Endurance Activity May Improve Health, Even Without Weight Loss

Jan 24, 2025 · Judith C. Thalhaimer, RD, LDN · Diabetes

Physical activity may not always lead to weight loss, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t improving your health. Physical activity may cause changes to the way subcutaneous abdominal fat (belly fat) cells function. Belly fat cells that are not functioning optimally result in insulin resistance and other metabolic health problems, … Read More

Modifiable Stroke Risk Factors Should be Addressed

Jan 24, 2025 · Judith C. Thalhaimer, RD, LDN · Diabetes

Stroke is a leading preventable cause of disability and death. While one might make a full or near-total recovery from a mild stroke, a severe stroke can lead to permanent disability or death. In between these outcomes is a wide spectrum of disability. INTERSTROKE is an international case-control study of … Read More

Brain-Boosting Supplements?

Jan 24, 2025 · Judith C. Thalhaimer, RD, LDN · Diabetes

About 25 percent of adults over 50 take a supplement that promises to improve cognition or cognitive health. As long as these products don’t say they improve or treat diseases like Alzheimer’s or other dementias, they are allowed to make any claims they want—without having to prove they work. So, … Read More

The Great Egg Flip Flop

Jan 24, 2025 · Judith C. Thalhaimer, RD, LDN · Diabetes

Q: We were told to avoid eggs for so many years. Why am I now seeing them recommended? A: Alice H. Lichtenstein, DSc, Stanley N. Gershoff professor of nutrition, lead scientist of the Diet & Chronic Disease Prevention directive, and editor-in-chief of this newsletter, answers. “Eggs are nutritious, affordable, and … Read More

Mind Your Heart

Jan 24, 2025 · Judith C. Thalhaimer, RD, LDN · Diabetes

This Valentine’s Day, savor a bite of good chocolate, linger over a meal with a loved one, close your eyes and breathe in the scent of those flowers, or focus on the beauty of your surroundings as you take a peaceful nature walk. These activities are examples of ways you … Read More

Your Fabulous Freezer

Jan 24, 2025 · Judith C. Thalhaimer, RD, LDN · Diabetes

Making good use of your freezer can minimize food waste, cut preparation time, save money, and make nutritious choices easier, no matter your schedule. Ready-to Heat Meals. Pre-made frozen meals are convenient, but not always the best choice. If commercially made, they are often high in sodium and/or ultraprocessed. Look … Read More

2025 Food Trends

Jan 24, 2025 · Judith C. Thalhaimer, RD, LDN · Diabetes

The predictions are in! Food retailers and marketers have weighed in on which foods and flavors will be in the spotlight in 2025. But are these trendy items healthy choices? Let’s take a look! A Tour of Asia. Korean kimchee, Thai chili-lime, Indian masala, Chinese Sichuan, and Middle Eastern za’atar … Read More