Posts by Dr. Youdeem
Vitamin D and Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy.
Diabetics who maintain healthy vitamin D levels have a reduced risk for painful peripheral neuropathy. This suggests that strategies to improve vitamin D levels (getting more sun exposure, eating more vitamin D-rich foods, taking a supplement) should be incorporated into the diabetes management process. Diabetes Medicine, August 2018
Read MoreOffice Workers with Neck Pain Have Poor Posture.
Work-related neck disorders are common among office workers. In a new study, researchers assessed the relationship between moderate work-related neck disorders and head posture, stiffness, and pain thresholds of the neck muscles in 16 office workers with work-related neck pain and 16 asymptomatic office workers. They discovered that female office workers with work-related neck pain…
Read MoreBenefits of Swimming.
Here are fifteen reasons to consider taking up swimming a form of exercise: it’s a whole-body workout, it builds cardiovascular strength, it’s suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels, it’s a great skill to have, it’s beneficial for people with injuries, it’s good for people with disabilities, it can help those with asthma,…
Read MoreFolic Acid Supplementation in Pregnancy Helps Children of Women with Epilepsy.
Common medications taken during pregnancy to prevent epileptic seizures can increase the risk of language delays in children, but a new study that included data from over 100,000 participants suggests that taking a folic acid supplement can cut that risk by up to 66%. Researcher Dr. Elisabeth Synnove Nilsen Husebye writes, “These results are important…
Read MoreEat More Types of Vegetables.
Among a sample of 1,429 Australian women over the age of 70, researchers observed a relationship between the diversity of vegetables one eats and their risk for suffering a serious fall. In particular, the research team found that for every serving of a different vegetable consumed per day, the risk for experiencing a serious fall…
Read MoreExtra Fat Around the Middle Linked to Cognitive Impairment.
Researchers have uncovered an association between a greater hip-to-waist ratio and worse performance on cognitive assessments after age 60. Given the high incidence of obesity in the aging population and the economic and social burden of cognitive dysfunction, the findings suggest that reducing obesity could offer a cost-effective public health strategy for the prevention of…
Read MoreBenefits of Whole Grains.
Whole grains are an important part of a balanced diet, as they provide a source of fiber, several B vitamins, and important minerals such as iron, magnesium, and selenium. The Department of Agriculture notes that adding more whole grains to one’s diet can reduce constipation, improve heart health, aid in weight loss, and prevent neural…
Read MoreNeck Pain Can Affect Your Shoulder Movement…
In this study, researchers found that among a group of 60 adults under the age of 45, those with chronic neck pain exhibited reduced function and range of motion in the shoulder. Additionally, the research team observed a relationship between greater neck pain intensity and worse shoulder joint performance. Physiotherapy Research International, August 2018
Read MoreActive Teenagers Are Healthier.
Encouraging teens to be physically active can lead to a number of health benefits. In a study that included 422 high school students, researchers found that teens who engaged in at least one hour of physical activity at least five days a week had a greater overall sense of wellbeing and life satisfaction; a lower…
Read MoreCaffeine Not Helpful to Dieters.
Caffeine is often found in weight-loss aids, claiming to curb appetite and speed up metabolism, but new research suggests otherwise. In a study involving 50 healthy adults, researchers observed that participants ate 70 fewer calories in the morning after drinking a small amount of caffeine equivalent to 4 ounces of coffee; however, the participants tended…
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