Month: June 2024

Review: Meat Alternatives Better for Heart Than Meat

Even though plant-based meat alternatives are ultra-processed, they still may be healthier for your heart than traditional meat is, a new review finds. Risk factors for heart disease, including total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and body weight, all improved when meats were… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a […]

Published on June 27, 2024

Chorus or Cacophony? Cicada Song Hits Some Ears Harder Than Others

ST. LOUIS — Shhhooo. Wee-uuu. Chick, chick, chick. That’s the sound of three different cicada species. For some people, those sounds are the song of the summer. Others wish the insects would turn it down. The cacophony can be especially irritating for people on the autism spectrum who have hearing sensitivity. Warren Rickly, 14, lives […]

Published on June 27, 2024

What You Should Know About POTS

Actress Christina Applegate’s daughter, Sadie, announced she has been diagnosed with postural orthostatic syndrome (POTS). The 13-year-old made the announcement on Tuesday’s episode of Applegate’s “MeSsy” podcast. Although there is no known cure for POTS, the condition can… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the […]

Published on June 26, 2024