Posts by Dr. Youdeem
Learning to Play Music Improves Kids’ Brains.
Learning to Play Music Improves Kids’ Brains. MRI scans of children who received musical training showed greater thickness in the areas of the brain that influence working memory, self-control, organization, and planning for the future. The research team claims their findings “underscore the vital importance of finding new and innovative ways to make music training…
Read MoreKeep Your Feet Happy & Healthy.
Keep Your Feet Happy & Healthy. Because they are your body’s foundation, it is very important to take care of your feet to avoid pain and maintain their function. The American Podiatric Medical Association recommends the following for keeping your feet happy: moisturize daily, stretch and/or massage daily, get a pedicure, and wear comfortable shoes.…
Read MoreTechnology Use Can Increase Risk of Neck Pain.
Technology Use Can Increase Risk of Neck Pain. Experts are concerned that the increasing prevalence of technology may result in more pain among frequent users. Dr. Kenneth Hansray recently studied the issue of poor posture and how it affects the body, especially when using a cell phone or smart device. When the neck is in…
Read MoreOlder Individuals Who Diet Without Exercising Lose Muscle Mass.
Older Individuals Who Diet Without Exercising Lose Muscle Mass. A past study revealed that when older individuals diet without exercising, they tend to lose lean muscle while older dieters who are physically active don’t experience any muscle loss. This is important as older people tend to lose muscle mass as they age which may interfere…
Read MoreFolic Acid Vital Before and During Pregnancy to Reduce Risk of Small Gestational Age.
Folic Acid Vital Before and During Pregnancy to Reduce Risk of Small Gestational Age. Women who take folic acid prior to conception appear to be less likely to have babies that are small for their gestational age, which can cause an array of health complications. Folic acid is a B vitamin that is already highly…
Read MoreOver 16 Million Children Live in States Where They Can Buy e-Cigarettes Legally!
Over 16 Million Children Live in States Where They Can Buy e-Cigarettes Legally! While 28 states have enacted laws forbidding the sale of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS, which include e-cigarettes) to minors during the previous two years, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 10 states in the United States still…
Read MoreAre You Pre-Wired to Be Bilingual?
Are You Pre-Wired to Be Bilingual? Some brains appear to be pre-wired to acquire a second language, according investigators who analyzed MRI scans of native English speakers who were asked to study Chinese vocabulary for six weeks. The pre-study MRI scans of those who were most successful at learning Chinese revealed a greater number of…
Read MoreAmericans Not Recieving Dementia Screening.
Americans Not Receiving Dementia Screening. More than 50% of Americans with dementia appear to never have undergone screening of their thinking and memory skills, according to a new study. Dementia affects one in eight people over the age of 65 in the United States and one in three individuals over the age of 80. Despite…
Read MoreResolution of Urinary Incontinence Following Chiropractic Care.
Resolution of Urinary Incontinence Following Chiropractic Care. A recent case study documented the effectiveness of chiropractic care for a patient suffering from urinary incontinence. The case involved a 63-year-old woman with a recent history of urinary incontinence and spinal pain. She received chiropractic treatment in addition to exercises and traction. During the course of 22…
Read MoreSome Women May Not Benefit from Exercise as Easily as Men.
Some Women May Not Benefit from Exercise as Easily as Men. Researchers at the University of Missouri claim that certain exercises that benefit obese men may not benefit obese women. The team found that obese men achieved cardiovascular improvement after aerobic exercise training, while women failed to experience any benefit when measuring heart rate recovery…
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