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What We Get Wrong About Gratitude – Thrive Global
Barbara Waxman speaks on how to grow old and grateful
Potential Risks to Skipping Breakfast
By Carly Smith, BS, MPH(c) Potential Risks to Skipping Breakfast Many people know the saying, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day” yet fasting until noon (one type of intermittent fasting) has become popular and mainstream. While it may be beneficial for some, Stanford Lifestyle Medicine physicians and researchers caution new fasters and […]
The Impact of the Western Diet on Diverticulitis
By Maya Shetty, BS Recognizing the vital connection between colorectal health and diet has never been more important, given the escalating prevalence of colorectal diseases in Western societies. According to Cindy Kin, MD, MS, a colorectal surgeon at Stanford, many of these conditions are preventable and are linked to the dietary patterns we develop early […]
How female runners can improve speed and safety | 90 Seconds w/ Lisa Kim – Stanford Medicine
The idea that a leaner body makes for a faster stride is common among distance runners. But it’s inaccurate and sets a dangerous ideal. Runners who are excessively lean are prone to injuries, infectious diseases, mental health problems and loss in bone density, said Michael Fredericson, MD, a professor of orthopaedic surgery who has served […]
How long does it take to run a marathon? – TODAY
Michael Fredericson, a practicing physician and director of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation division of Stanford University, tells TODAY.com that long-distance running is unique from other forms of cardio as it strengthens muscle fibers, “which makes your muscles increasingly fatigue-resistant,” he says. He adds that research also shows that first-time marathoners “experience beneficial reductions in blood pressure and aortic […]