According to the U.S. Census Bureau, older adults (age 65 and over) represented 16 percent of the total U.S. population in 2019. And in 2020, older adults ages 50 to 85+ accounted for 19,968 deaths for a crude rate of 16.86 per 100,000 according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Web-based Injury…
Inside: Confused by seed oils, food dyes, MSG, and sugar? A dietitian mom breaks down the facts behind controversial food topics–no fear or hype here. In the early days of Real Mom Nutrition, I wrote about the food fear-mongering I was seeing on social media. In a post called Fear & Loathing on Facebook, I…
When it comes to effective strength training, workout splits are a proven method to optimize muscle growth and recovery. One of the most efficient and beginner-friendly splits is the upper and lower body split workout. This method divides your training days into upper body days and lower body days, allowing each muscle group ample time…
It is no secret that there are sex differences in fitness and nutrition. However, it might not be what you have been led to believe. Nutrition, training concepts, and fueling your workouts are key aspects of training whether you are a man or a woman. By empowering yourself with evidence-based science, you can take an…
Ayo writes about the common expectations new students might have about university and compares them with the realities they may encounter. – Ayo Embarking on your university journey is a time filled with excitement, dreams, and HUGE expectations. It marks a significant transition from sixth form/college or gap years to a new chapter brimming with…
Dean Rogut was holding it together. He had become a father for the first time, but it had not gone to plan. At 12 weeks pregnant, his wife was put on bed rest. At 24 weeks, their son, Max, was born. As the weeks went by, things were hard. There were times when they thought…
At 23, Jayant Kandoi weighs no more than 36 kgs, but when he speaks, you can hear the determination of a heavyweight fighter. His opponent is a formidable one, over whom he has prevailed time and again – Jayant is a six-time cancer survivor. “I’ve spent a good portion of my childhood surviving cancer. I…
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is a sudden decline in kidney function that develops over hours to days. While it can be classified into prerenal, postrenal, and intrarenal causes, intrarenal failure refers specifically to damage occurring within the kidneys themselves. This type of AKI is particularly significant because it usually involves direct injury to the kidney’s…
In mindfulness workshops, most people raise their hand when asked if they have heard of the word before and are able to describe mindfulness as being more present and calm. So it’s safe to say, Mindfulness has become a widely familiar term. While participants see the value in feeling less stressed and not getting caught…
The Rise of Misinformation in the Age of Wellness From TikTok videos to Instagram infographics, health and wellness content is everywhere. While some creators are qualified health professionals, many are not—and even well-meaning influencers often spread misinformation. Conditions like parasites, adrenal fatigue, Candida overgrowth, and chronically elevated cortisol from coffee frequently pop up in social…