Metabolic Health
Are Smoothies Good for Weight Loss? An Honest Look
Quick answer: Smoothies can be good for weight loss, but only when they replace a meal and stay under roughly 350 to 400 calories with at...
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Health News
New Unattended Sleep Test CPT Codes Included in CMS Proposed Rule
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) announced that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has included new…
Health News
ECU Health Rural Family Medicine Residency Program Expands Access to Care
Dr. Kanwar Sandhu reflects on the ECU Health Rural Family Medicine Residency Program, which trains physicians to meet primary care…
Health News
FDA Approves Celcuity’s New Breast Cancer Drug for Advanced HR+/HER2- Disease
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new breast cancer drug developed by Celcuity for patients with advanced…
Biomarkers
Hemoglobin Test: The Oxygen-Carrying Number on Your CBC
Quick answer: A hemoglobin test measures the concentration of hemoglobin protein in your red blood cells, reported in grams per…
Biomarkers
Hematocrit Test: The Percentage of Blood That Is Red Cells
Quick answer: A hematocrit test measures the percentage of your total blood volume occupied by red blood cells, reported as…
Biomarkers
GlycA Test: A Newer Marker for Chronic Inflammation
Quick answer: The GlycA test is an NMR-based blood test that measures inflammation by quantifying glycan residues attached to several…
GLP-1 Medications
EU Approves Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy Weight-Loss Pill, Expanding Access
The European Union has approved an oral pill version of Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy, a GLP-1 drug for weight loss, according…
GLP-1 Medications
Does Adderall Cause Weight Loss? What Actually Happens
Quick answer: Yes, Adderall causes weight loss for many people, but mostly as a side effect, not a treatment. It…
GLP-1 Medications
Does BCBS Cover Wegovy for Weight Loss?
Quick answer: Many Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) plans do cover Wegovy for weight loss, but coverage is not automatic…
Metabolic Health
Are Smoothies Good for Weight Loss? An Honest Look
Quick answer: Smoothies can be good for weight loss, but only when they replace a meal and stay under roughly…
Metabolic Health
Gut Bacteria Metabolites May Help Strengthen Immune Response Against Cancer
Researchers at the University of Lincoln have shown for the first time that metabolites produced by specific gut bacteria can…
Metabolic Health
How to Figure Out Macros for Weight Loss (Step by Step)
Quick answer: How to figure out macros for weight loss comes down to four steps. First, estimate your maintenance calories…
Longevity & Aging
What Is Skin Longevity and How Can You Support It?
Skin longevity focuses on preserving the skin’s health, resilience, and function over time, rather than just treating visible signs of…
Longevity & Aging
How to Talk to Loved Ones About Aging
Having open, respectful conversations about aging can help families address health, safety, and independence. Learn how to approach these talks…
Longevity & Aging
Low-Oxygen Therapy Extends Lifespan in Diseased Mice, Raising Human Questions
A new study found that low-oxygen treatment helped diseased mice live three times longer. Researchers are now exploring whether this…
Lab Testing & Diagnostics
New Blood Test Could Detect Hidden Pancreatic Cancer After Treatment
A novel blood test may help identify hidden pancreatic cancer cells remaining in the body after treatment, offering a way…
Lab Testing & Diagnostics
Function Health Results: How to Read Your Biomarker Report
Quick answer: Function Health results appear in your member portal within 5 to 7 days of your blood draw and…
Lab Testing & Diagnostics
Function Health Home Blood Draw: How the Phlebotomist Visit Works
Quick answer: A Function Health home blood draw sends a licensed mobile phlebotomist to your address to collect your blood…
Peptides
Does NAD+ Help With Weight Loss? The Honest Evidence
Quick answer: NAD+ does not directly cause weight loss, and no NAD supplement or injection is FDA-approved for it. NAD+…
Peptides
Why Did Peptide Sciences Shut Down? The Full Story Behind the March 2026 Collapse
Last updated June 2026. Educational content, not medical advice. Research peptides sold online are labeled “for research use only” and…
Peptides
Which of the Following Correctly Describes a Peptide Bond? The Complete Answer
Last updated June 2026. Educational content, not medical advice. Consult a licensed clinician before making any health decisions based on…
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