Author: Dr. David Lowemann

New guidelines recommend earlier colorectal cancer screening

New guidelines developed by the American Cancer Society recommend that screening for colorectal cancer for average-risk adults begin at age 45, five years earlier than the previous recommendation. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads […]

Published on May 31, 2018

Abnormal lipid metabolism in fat cells predicts future weight gain and diabetes in women

The inefficient breakdown of fats predicts later weight gain and metabolic complications such as type 2 diabetes in women, researchers report. Low levels of hormone-stimulated lipolysis — a biochemical process by which triglycerides are broken down into energy-rich fatty acids — were associated with weight gain and metabolic problems 13 years later. The researchers also […]

Published on May 31, 2018

Psychologists: Women are not to blame for the wage gap

Women should not be blamed for the gender wage gap in the United States, according to psychologists. To eliminate the gap, organizations must provide training, support and opportunities for growth, the researchers said. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of […]

Published on May 31, 2018