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Does the perfect workout really exist? – National Geographic
Dr. Stacy Sims engages in a compelling discussion with National Geographic about the evolving landscape of exercise, highlighting a range of less traditional approaches that have surged in popularity in recent years.
There is a knowledge gap around menstruation in NZ – and this puts people at risk – The Conversation
Dr. Stacy Sims highlights a critical gap in understanding among New Zealand's youth, including girls, young women, and nonbinary individuals who menstruate, regarding menstruation. This shortfall in knowledge significantly impacts their health and well-being,...
More people are getting injured playing pickleball. Here’s what’s behind it – San Francisco Chronicle
Stanford Lifestyle Medicine Director, Dr. Michael Fredericson, discusses the rise in pickleball injuries in recent years.
Feeling Overwhelmed? Try Tallying Your Tiny Wins. – The New York Times
Dr. BJ Fogg, Stanford Lifestyle Medicine Research and Implementation Specialist, speaks with the New York on how taking stock of small achievements can keep you motivated when times are tough.
‘All it takes is a quick walk’: how a few minutes’ exercise can unleash creativity – even if you hate it – The Guardian
‘All it takes is a quick walk’: how a few minutes’ exercise can unleash creativity – even if you hate it Do you have your best ideas while running to the bus stop, or walking the dog? You’re not alone. Researchers are finding remarkable links between movement and...
Colorectal Cancer and Wellness with Dr. Cindy Kin – Scrubcast
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! In this episode of Scrubcast, host Rachel Baker interviews Dr. Cindy Kin, an associate professor in Stanford University's Department of Surgery.
Pickleball Injuries on the Rise – CBS News
Michael Fredericson, Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Stanford, discusses the types of injuries they are seeing the most, and the benefit of the exercise versus the risk of injury.
Special Report: Lifestyle Psychiatry Emphasizes Behaviors Supporting Mental Health – American Psychiatric Association
Lifestyle psychiatry can play an important role in helping patients establish healthy behaviors and habits that both help prevent and treat mental illness.
A hunger to help people brought her to both surgery, cooking – Stanford Scope
At first glance, the dual roles of physician and chef may seem like an unlikely pairing. But for Carlie Arbaugh, MD, Chef, it was the parallels she found in the culinary arts and surgical care that drew her to each.
Millions of women are ‘under-muscled.’ These foods help build strength – NPR
If you've seen a loved one take a bad fall – like my mother did a few months ago – you know the importance of muscle strength. Muscle mass peaks in our 30s and then starts a long, slow decline. Muscle-loss, also called sarcopenia, affects more than 45% of older...
Weight-loss drugs aren’t a magic bullet. Lifestyle changes are key to lasting health – NPR
The headlines are compelling, with phrases like, "The Obesity Revolution," and "A new 'miracle' weight-loss drug really works." The before-and-after pictures are inspiring. People who have struggled for decades to shed pounds are finally finding an effective strategy....