Bjorn Strömberg

Worked in hormone-health patient education at a hospital. Writes about thyroid, metabolism, and hormonal health in plain language.

Articles by Bjorn Strömberg

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Fitness

Zach Fowle’s Top Indoor Rowing Workouts for Peak Fitness

Outside of his everyday routine in the suburbs—complete with a marketing career, a loving wife, a young child, and a family pet—Zach Fowle dedicates significant time to his ergometer. The steady, mechanical hum of the machine marks the countless miles he covers annually, all from the comfort of his home basement. At 38 years old, […]

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Lifestyle

Sunscreen Expiration: When to Toss It Out

Numerous sunscreen products feature an expiration date on their packaging, prompting the question of whether it’s safe to apply sunscreen that has passed its labeled date. Why Expired Sunscreen Should Be Avoided The straightforward response is no, you should not use sunscreen beyond its expiration. Sunscreen formulations do not retain their stated SPF protection indefinitely. […]

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Science

ZIP Code Signals Dementia Risk Levels

ZIP Code Linked to Higher Dementia Risk Residents of neighborhoods facing social and economic challenges may encounter elevated risks of dementia, as revealed by recent investigations from Wake Forest University. Researchers identified biological indicators of Alzheimer’s disease and vascular brain conditions in individuals from these high-burden areas, with the effects being especially notable among Black […]

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Science

SMART Therapy Cuts Asthma Costs Effectively

A comprehensive meta-analysis reveals that implementing single maintenance and reliever therapy (SMART) for patients with moderate-to-severe asthma leads to notable reductions in healthcare expenditures through enhanced clinical outcomes. Cost Savings and Guideline Recommendations Although major asthma management guidelines strongly endorse SMART, the combination inhalers essential for this approach lack FDA approval for dual use as […]

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Nutrition

Carb Quality’s Impact on Dementia Risk Revealed

Recent investigations indicate that the specific kinds of carbohydrates consumed in one’s diet could significantly influence the likelihood of developing dementia. These insights stem from a comprehensive collaborative effort by the Nutrition and Metabolic Health (NuMeH) research group at Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV), alongside the Centre for Environmental, Food and Toxicological Technology (TecnATox), and […]

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Nutrition

High-Protein Chicken Crust Pizza Recipe

Why This Chicken Crust Pizza Stands Out I couldn’t resist jumping on the bandwagon of the popular viral chicken crust pizza trend, and after giving it a go, I can confidently say it more than delivers on its promises. This delicious creation is packed with protein, keeps carbs to a minimum, and remarkably, the crust […]

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Science

Household Air Pollution: Triggering Inflammation and Chronic Diseases

What Is Indoor Air Quality and Why Does It Matter for Your Health? The quality of air inside our homes, workplaces, and educational facilities plays a far more significant role in our daily wellness than most individuals acknowledge. Each inhalation within these enclosed environments can subtly influence various aspects of physical condition, particularly when examining […]

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Science

NOTCH1 Methylation Test Reveals Hereditary Baby Heart Defects

Approximately one to two out of every 100 newborns enter the world with a congenital heart defect, commonly abbreviated as CHD, but the precise origins of these conditions frequently remain shrouded in mystery. Genetic specialists from University Medicine Oldenburg in Germany have introduced an innovative approach to ascertain whether variations in the NOTCH1 gene are […]

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Nutrition

Illusory Fixes: Gastric Balloons to Sham Knee Surgeries

Sham surgery studies have demonstrated that several widely performed operations may essentially function as placebos themselves. Intragastric balloons first gained significant attention back in the 1980s. These devices were designed to be inserted into the stomach and then filled with either air or water, occupying a substantial portion of the stomach’s capacity to promote feelings […]

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