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Anti-obesity medications can significantly raise testosterone levels and improve health outcomes for men with obesity or type 2 diabetes, according to a new study. Testosterone not only plays a critical role in the body when it comes to male sexual functioning, but it can also have an impact on an individual's bone mass, fat distribution, muscle mass, strength and red blood cell production. Increases in body weight and prevalence of type 2 diabetes are often associated with lowered testosterone levels, resulting in fatigue, decreased libido and quality of life. "While it is well known that weight loss from lifestyle changes...

Endocrine Society experts encouraged more widespread screening for a common hormonal cause of high blood pressure known as primary aldosteronism in a new Clinical Practice Guideline. A significant minority of people who are diagnosed with hypertension, or high blood pressure, actually have undiagnosed primary aldosteronism. An estimated 5% to 14% of people with high blood pressure seen in primary care and up to 30% seen in referral centers have primary aldosteronism. Many individuals with hypertension never receive a blood test for primary aldosteronism. When the condition is not diagnosed and treated, it raises the risk of cardiovascular complications, including stroke,...

Historian Dr Tom Asbridge reveals the extraordinary life of William Marshall, the celebrated medieval knight often hailed as "the greatest knight in the world" and his incredible journey from humble origins and a childhood as a royal hostage to becoming a regent of England who fought alongside four kings. Marshall's unwavering loyalty and unparalleled chivalry didn't just save lives on the battlefield but also saved the English royal line from French conquest and played a pivotal role in the shaping of Magna Carta. His story is a testament to how one man's prowess and honor could dramatically alter the course...

Consuming certain sweeteners commonly found in foods and beverages may increase the risk of early puberty in children, particularly among those who are genetically predisposed, according to a study. The researchers found that consuming aspartame, sucralose, glycyrrhizin and added sugars was significantly associated with a higher risk of early puberty, especially in children with certain genetic traits. The more of these sweeteners the teens consumed, the higher their risk of central precocious puberty. A type of early puberty known as central precocious puberty is increasingly common. It can lead to emotional distress, shorter adult height, and increased risk of future...

Satan is not welcome in Russia anymore.The vilification of Russia and the demonization of President Vladimir Putin is a full-time job by the Western media, neocons, and Globalists of all stripes.But despite any geopolitical considerations, Putin’s work to protect religious and family values is impossible to deny.Moscow has outlawed LGBT propaganda and practices in the country, as well as ‘gender reassignment’ surgeries and therapies – but Putin made sure to clarify that homosexual relations between consenting adults are not forbidden.And then, of course, we have the central combat against the forces of darkness, as we reported here in TGP in...

People with an underactive thyroid may have an increased risk of developing small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), a risk that may be reduced with thyroid hormone treatment, according to a study. "We now know that people with hypothyroidism, especially those with autoimmune thyroiditis, are more likely to develop SIBO, but this risk appears to be mitigated in those taking thyroid medications," said Ruchi Mathur, M.D. Mathur said their research also suggests there may be a microbiological mechanism driving this association, which could lead to more personalized treatments. The researchers investigated the relationship between SIBO and hypothyroidism in people older than...

Every neighborhood has one: the unpredictable one who calls the cops if you park too close to their mailbox, yells at the garbage man for looking at her too long, and glares at the local Girl Scouts as if they're conducting a home invasion instead of selling cookies. You don’t make eye contact. You certainly don’t walk your dog past her house. And when she starts screaming into the sky at 3 a.m. about how she knows what really happened to JFK Jr., everyone rolls over in bed, sighs, and says, “Well, that’s just her being her.” For the Clinton...

Women and older adults taking the anti-obesity drug semaglutide may be at higher risk for muscle loss, but higher protein intake may help prevent muscle loss in these patients, according to a small study. Losing muscle (or lean mass) is a common side effect of weight loss in adults with obesity and may negatively affect metabolism and bone health. This is because muscle helps control blood sugar after meals and plays an important role in keeping bones strong, according to Melanie Haines, M.D. Approximately 40% of weight lost from taking semaglutide—a type of weight-loss medication known as a GLP-1—comes from...

The song delivered a jolt of reality to pop music listeners all around the world.It was 1965: A year in which Malcolm X was assassinated, American combat troops were sent to Vietnam, anti-war protests erupted, and civil rights demonstrators were attacked by Alabama State Troopers. A collective sense of uncertainty and doom hung in the air. But that July, as “Unchained Melody” by The Righteous Brothers and “Do You Believe in Magic” by The Lovin’ Spoonful were rising in the charts, “Eve of Destruction,” a missive written by P.F. Sloan and recorded by Barry McGuire, delivered a jolt of reality...

Radiation therapy can promote the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) ligand amphiregulin, which increases growth of existing metastases in patients with advanced solid tumors, according to a study. András Piffkó, M.D. and colleagues explored the potentially deleterious effect of radiation in promoting metastasis in patients with advanced solid tumors who received stereotactic body radiotherapy to multiple metastatic sites. Gene expression was examined in 22 matched preradiotherapy and postradiotherapy biopsies for irradiated metastases. The researchers found that the EGFR ligand amphiregulin was induced by radiotherapy in tumor cells; amphiregulin reprograms EGFR-expressing myeloid cells toward an immunosuppressive phenotype and can reduce phagocytosis....

People who are older than 80 should be considered for osteoporosis treatment after a fracture to avoid further risk, according to a study. "The burden of osteoporosis is rising as the global population ages rapidly," said Gianina Flocco, M.D. "Our study supports the initiation of osteoporosis treatment after a fracture in people older than 80 years, as it has been shown to decrease both hospitalization and mortality." Flocco and colleagues used the TriNextX health research database to study 88,676 patients aged 80 and older who suffered a fracture due to bone deterioration or weakness caused by osteoporosis. The patients were...

Metabolic health factors, including small increases in blood sugar, are the main drivers of change in the reproductive systems and sexual functioning of aging men, according to a study. "Although age and testosterone levels have long been considered an impetus for men's declining sexual health, our research indicates that these changes more closely correlate with modest increases in blood sugar and other metabolic changes," said Michael Zitzmann, M.D., Ph.D. "This means that men can take steps to preserve or revive their reproductive health with lifestyle choices and appropriate medical interventions." These conclusions follow a long-term study of healthy men (without...

Skydance Media needs the approval of President Donald Trump’s Federal Communications Commission in order to take over Paramount Global. It’s now promising to root out “bias” at CBS News in order to get it. In a pair of letters filed Tuesday with the FCC, Skydance committed to a post-merger “comprehensive review of CBS,” including a promise to install an ombudsman to evaluate complaints of “bias or other concerns” at the news network and report their findings to the new Paramount’s president. Skydance also committed to eliminating Paramount’s diversity, equity and inclusion practices at the entertainment giant once it takes over....

Imagine if Billy Joel had joined Deep Purple instead of writing "Piano Man." In a sense, that's what happened when he formed his ill-fated heavy metal band Attila in 1969. He and collaborator Jon Small had already been in another band together, the Hassles. Though the Long Island group had scored a deal with United Artists Records, after two unsuccessful albums in 1967 and 1969, Small and Joel were frustrated. The pair felt that they were more serious about music than their bandmates. They decided to break away and move in a different direction. Where Did the Idea for Attila...

Steam preservationist and entrepreneur Ross Rowland passed away on July 19 following a brief battle with cancer. He was 85 years old. Rowland made his money in the commodity trading market, but his true passion was steam railroading, and in the 1960s and 1970s, he was responsible for some of the biggest steam-powered spectacles of the preservation era. Through his High Iron Company, he operated excursions across the Northeast and Midwest using an eclectic fleet of steam locomotives, including Nickel Plate Road 2-8-4 759, Reading Company 4-8-4 2101, and Canadian Pacific G5 4-6-2s Nos. 1238, 1278, and 1286. In 1969,...

The Catalyst Club, a historic music venue in Santa Cruz known for decades of unforgettable performances, is on the market for over $4 million, surprising many concertgoers who fear the potential loss of a beloved cultural landmark. Located on Pacific Avenue, the Catalyst Club has a rich history dating back to the 1970s and has hosted many famous bands and artists of all genres, including SZA. Advertisement The building is currently owned by Paul Gerhardt and other associates, who took on ownership after the passing of the founder, Randall Kane, in 2003. The building is listed for $4.5 million, and...

KSBW is taking you on a rare test flight of Joby Aviation's electric air taxi on the Central Coast.Santa Cruz-based startup Joby Aviation, an air taxi, gave KSBW an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at one of its test flights at the Marina Municipal Airport. Its aircraft, powered by six electric motors, are special because of their vertical takeoff and landing capabilities and are 100 times quieter than a helicopter. Advertisement They've flown more than 40,000 miles and expect to fit up to four passengers, a pilot, plus some luggage. "This is like flying in a helicopter. It's a fun thing to...

Military tribunals in the United States are designed to try members of enemy forces during wartime, typically those designated as unlawful enemy combatants, and operate outside conventional criminal and civil proceedings. They are distinct from courts-martial, which apply to U.S. military personnel under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). As a former president and commander-in-chief, Barack Obama is no longer an active military officer, but he was subject to the UCMJ during his tenure, as the commander-in-chief holds a unique position within the military structure.Theoretically, a former president could be subject to a military tribunal for actions taken while...

Former DNI James Clapper Says He Has Concerns That He'll Be Prosecuted for His Role in the Russia Collusion Hoax

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals on Wednesday said President Trump’s birthright citizenship executive order is unconstitutional. In a 2-1 ruling, the appeals court upheld a nationwide injunction against Trump’s order. The three-judge panel included: Majority: Judge Gould (Clinton), Judge Hawkins (Clinton) – Dissent: Judge Bumatay (Trump). “The district court correctly concluded that the Executive Order’s proposed interpretation, denying citizenship to many persons born in the United States, is unconstitutional. We fully agree,” the majority wrote.