Invitation to Positive Vibes

Special update for this newsletter

Author

Yasmine S. Ali, MD
September 13, 2024

Hello again!

Well, I have some big news to share regarding this newsletter. This has not been an easy decision to make, but after careful consideration, I’ve decided that the next issue of this newsletter (Sept. 26) will be the LAST ISSUE of Speak for the Heart.

I know this may come as a surprise, so please know that this decision comes as I’m embracing new opportunities in my writing career, including focusing on my creative writing and supporting other physician writers through coaching and education.

Your readership has meant a great deal to me, and I’m incredibly grateful for your support thus far! That’s why I’d like to invite you, if you haven’t already done so, to subscribe to my existing newsletter, Positive Vibes, which is focused on sharing good, fun news; promoting healthy optimism; and keeping you up to date on all my latest ventures (and adventures).

If you would like a ray of sunshine in your inbox, please subscribe to Positive Vibes, which has proven popular among readers and is dedicated to promoting a happy, positive mindset, which you’ve read and heard me say time and again is good for heart health! Because, as my motto goes, happier hearts are healthier hearts.TM

You can subscribe to Positive Vibes, and see all the back issues, here (and you’ll also get a FREE e-book when you subscribe!):

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I also know that there are several physician writers who read and follow this newsletter, so if that describes you, I’m excited to share with you that I’ll be launching a newsletter specifically for physician writers in October! You can sign up here:

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And finally, you can always find all the prior issues of Speak for the Heart here.

With deepest gratitude,

Yasmine S. Ali, MD

Heart-Health News: The Highlights

Preclinical study shows potential of Manuka honey as a nutraceutical for breast cancer

A study led by investigators at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center found that Manuka honey could potentially be an alternative, natural option for breast cancer prevention and treatment—particularly for estrogen receptor (ER)-positive breast cancer, the most common subtype of breast cancer that accounts for about 70–80% of all breast cancer cases.

medicalxpress.com/news/2024-08-preclinical-potential-manuka-honey-nutraceutical.html

7 Proven Benefits and Uses of Manuka Honey

Manuka honey has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Here are 7 proven ways that manuka honey benefits your health.

www.healthline.com/nutrition/manuka-honey-uses-benefits

My Take:

Manuka honey has been in the news lately, and for good reason. Recent pre-clinical studies have shown its benefits in fighting cancer cells, promoting inflammation, and improving wound healing. Note that “pre-clinical” means that these studies have not yet been done in humans, so we don’t know yet what the outcomes in humans will be or what dose to recommend, but the results so far are promising and you should stay tuned for the human studies/trials that are sure to come!

The heart health benefits of sleeping in: What you need to know

Sleeping in on weekends is often seen as a guilty pleasure, but recent research suggests it may offer significant health benefits

rollingout.com/2024/09/07/health-benefits-of-sleeping-in

My Take:

Although it’s still best for your heart and your overall health to get adequate sleep on a regular, daily basis, this recent study was encouraging for those who like to catch up on lost sleep over the weekend!

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