Posts by Dr. Youdeem
Fitness Helps Seniors Recall Words.
Ever find yourself trying to recall a word that’s on the tip of your tongue? In a study that included both seniors and young adults, researchers found that those with higher aerobic fitness levels performed better on word recall tests. Scientific Reports, April 2018
Read MoreProtein Supplements Timing.
Should you consume protein supplements with meals or between meals? Researchers recently assessed data from 34 studies and discovered that consuming protein supplements with meals is more effective for weight control, while consuming protein supplements between meals can help increase body mass. Nutrition Reviews, April 2018
Read MoreFentanyl Driving Overdose Deaths in America.
Drug overdose deaths in the United States involving fentanyl-type drugs have increased from about 3,000 in 2000 to about 19,400 in 2016! The findings are not that surprising to researchers since these drugs are about 50-times more potent than heroin and nearly 100-times more powerful than morphine. Dr. Linda Richter from the National Center on…
Read MoreMid-Life Risk Factors for Dementia.
An analysis of data from the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study revealed that obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension during middle age are each associated with an increased risk for dementia later in life. Alzheimer’s & Dementia, May 2018
Read MoreVitamin D Important for Cancer Survivors.
Among a sample of 434 head and neck cancer patients, researchers found that those with a vitamin D deficiency were almost twice more likely to experience a cancer recurrence than patients with healthy vitamin D levels. Laryngoscope, May 2018
Read MoreSitting Too Long Linked to Chronic Back Pain.
According to a new study that involved 15,000 Korean adults, sitting for more than seven hours per day is significantly associated with an increased risk for chronic low back pain. Additionally, the researchers observed that participants with poor fitness had an even greater risk for low back pain in relation to the amount of time…
Read MoreGet Active to Prevent Health Issues.
A sedentary lifestyle can lead to a host of physical and mental woes. According to the National Library of Medicine, inactive adults have an elevated risk for obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and osteoporosis. National Library of Medicine, May 2018
Read MoreFish and Legumes May Help Delay Menopause.
Women who consume a diet rich in fish and legumes may delay the onset of menopause. In this study, researchers found that females who consumed one additional daily portion of oily fish or fresh legumes (like peas and beans) began menopause more than three years later than women who ate fewer daily servings of fish…
Read MoreObesity Risk Increases Among Sleep-Deprived Kids.
A review of 42 studies that included over 75,000 children revealed that those who got less than the recommended amount of sleep for their age were 58% more likely to become overweight or obese than kids who got adequate sleep. Study co-author Dr, Michelle Miller explains, “The results showed a consistent relationship across all ages,…
Read MoreMid-Life Stresses Tied to Dementia Risk Later On…
An analysis of data from four studies that included nearly 40,000 people appears to indicate a possible connection between anxiety during middle age and a diagnosis of dementia in old age. The authors of the analysis suggest that an abnormal stress response may speed brain cell aging and breakdowns in the nervous system, creating a…
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