Posts by Dr. Youdeem
How to Keep Running During Colder Months.
When cold weather approaches, you don’t have to give up jogging or head indoors to run on a treadmill. To keep your outdoor running on track in the chillier months, the American Podiatric Medical Association recommends the following: wear warm, light-weight, moisture-wicking clothing to keep yourself warm and dry, including a hat and gloves; shorten…
Read MoreDoes Black Tea Boost Weight Loss?
A new study involving mice has revealed that compounds found in black tea increase the population of gut bacteria associated with lean body mass while reducing the presence of gut bacteria associated with obesity. European Journal of Nutrition, October 2017
Read MoreWorking the Night Shift May Increase Your Waistline.
An in-depth review of 28 studies revealed that, on average, routinely working a night shift increases the risk of being overweight or obese by 29%. Connie Diekman, the director of university nutrition at Washington University in St. Louis, believes that sleep disruption is to blame because it affects eating habits and metabolism. She explains, “When…
Read MoreVitamin D Levels May Affect Progress of Parkinson’s.
In this study, researchers in the United Kingdom followed 145 newly-diagnosed Parkinson’s disease (PD) patients for 36 months and found that those with poorer vitamin D levels at baseline experienced more severe motor difficulties by the end of the study. Journal of Parkinson’s Disease, October 2017
Read MoreLung Cancer Prevention.
Lung cancer screenings are important because lung cancer often lacks symptoms in its earlies stages. The American Lung Association notes that low dose CT scans can help detect lung cancer in its early stages when it’s easier to treat and though screening is not suitable for everyone, it is recommended for those at a greater…
Read MoreJaw Pain and Sleep Trouble.
Evaluations of 187 temporomandibular disorder (TMD) patients and 99 healthy controls revealed that TMD patients generally score lower on sleep quality assessments. However, further analysis showed that TMD patients with a history of whiplash tend to experience even greater sleep disturbances, which highlights the importance of seeking appropriate care following a car accident, slip and…
Read MoreBenefits of Aerobic Exercise.
The Mayo Clinic lists the following benefits of aerobic exercise: reduces excess weight; increases stamina; wards off illness; reduces the risk of heart disease and certain cancers; helps manage chronic conditions such as high blood pressure; strengthens the heart; boosts mood; and helps you stay active and independent as you age. Mayo Clinic, October 2017
Read MoreToo Much Sugar Raises Risk for Heart Disease.
In a new study, researchers found that healthy participants who consumed a high-sugar diet for just three months developed a fatty liver similar to that of individuals with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)—a condition associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular disease. Researcher Dr. Bruce Griffin writes, “Our findings provide new evidence that consuming high…
Read MoreCardiac Arrest Linked to Low Calcium.
Sudden cardiac arrest is described as the abrupt, unexpected loss of heart function, breathing, and consciousness, which usually results from an electrical disturbance in the heart that disrupts normal pumping action and blood flow to the rest of the body. An analysis of data from the Oregon Sudden Unexpected Death Study indicates that the risk…
Read MoreIs Divorce in Our Genes?
Past studies have shown that children of divorced parents are usually more likely to become divorced in adulthood, but why is that? Experts have speculated that this association is due to psychological and social factors, but a new study that included nearly 20,000 adoptees found that these individuals had a similar divorce rate as their…
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