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Rethinking probiotics: 3 strategies to protect your gut during antibiotics
wellbeing-body1 day ago

Rethinking probiotics: 3 strategies to protect your gut during antibiotics

Probiotic supplements aren’t proven to help during antibiotic courses and may slow gut recovery; most people’s microbiomes rebound after a course, though some antibiotics can cause lasting changes, and probiotics may help only in high‑risk cases to prevent C. difficile. The author endorses prudent antibiotic use and completing prescribed courses, plus three non‑probiotic strategies to bolster the microbiome during therapy.

via The Washington Post|
#antibiotics#diagnosis-and-treatment#gut-health
Hims & Hers plots wellness-and-longevity pivot beyond weight-loss meds
health2 days ago

Hims & Hers plots wellness-and-longevity pivot beyond weight-loss meds

Hims & Hers, the telehealth company built on selling GLP-1 weight-loss drugs online, plans a pivot into wellness and longevity, including potentially FDA-regulated peptides. The founder-CEO aims to source peptides in the U.S. and lean on its mass-marketing platform to push broader wellness products, signaling a transition from prescription-focused care toward a broader wellness business amid regulatory scrutiny.

via The Washington Post|
#health#health-care-industry#medical-technology
65% Cut in Traveler’s Diarrhea With a Simple OTC Remedy
wellbeing1 month ago

65% Cut in Traveler’s Diarrhea With a Simple OTC Remedy

Regular use of the over-the-counter remedy bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol) can cut the risk of traveler’s diarrhea by about 65%, especially in high-risk regions such as Latin America, sub-Saharan Africa and parts of Asia; maintain consistent dosing and consider dietary precautions, as probiotics or antibiotics may not be the best preventive measures.

via The Washington Post|
#food-safety#infectious-diseases#international-travel
Supplements aren’t a cancer shield, warns an oncologist
health3 months ago

Supplements aren’t a cancer shield, warns an oncologist

An oncologist notes that while most dietary supplements aren’t harmful, some—particularly antioxidants for immunocompromised patients—should be used with caution. There’s no clear evidence that supplements prevent cancer, and their use can raise safety and interaction concerns with cancer therapies; patients should discuss any supplement plan with their clinician and be mindful of regulatory and safety considerations.

via The Washington Post|
#cancer#chemotherapy#dietary-supplements
Oprah Shares Her Journey to Sobriety and Health with GLP-1s
health4 months ago

Oprah Shares Her Journey to Sobriety and Health with GLP-1s

Oprah Winfrey revealed she stopped using GLP-1 weight loss medication after 12 months, learning that maintaining weight loss with medication is a lifelong commitment. She shared her journey of understanding obesity as a condition influenced by genetics and environment, emphasizing the importance of compassion and accurate information in addressing obesity. Winfrey also discussed her new book on health and weight management.

via Yahoo|
#glp-1#health#medication
health6 months ago

New Antibiotic Discovered Hidden in Plain Sight

Researchers have discovered a powerful new antibiotic precursor, pre-methylenomycin C lactone, which shows over 100 times the effectiveness against certain bacteria and could be crucial in fighting antibiotic-resistant pathogens like MRSA and VRE. The molecule is a natural intermediate in the production of the well-known antibiotic methylenomycin A, and its stability and production potential make it a promising candidate for future drug development. This discovery also highlights a new approach to finding bioactive compounds by studying intermediate molecules in bacterial pathways.

via extremetech.com|
#antibiotic#bacteria#health