Posts by Dr. Youdeem
Risk Factors for Stroke in Type 2 Diabetics.
Among a group of 18,013 type 2 diabetics, researchers observed that participants with at least five of the following seven risk factors had nearly a 15-times increased risk for stroke: smoking, hypertension, dyslipidemia, family history of stroke, obesity, short sleep duration (less than six hours a night), or long sleep duration (over eight hours a…
Read MoreTips to Help Teens Get Good Sleep.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that about four-in-five high schoolers fail to get enough sleep during the school week. To help a teenager consistently get a good night’s sleep, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine offers the following tips: get more physical activity, avoid caffeine after school, limit naps to 30 minutes…
Read MoreVaping May Be Linked to Eating Disorders in Young Adults.
An analysis of data on more than 51,000 college students found that those with a history or anorexia or bulimia were more likely to use ecigarettes. Study author Dr. Kyle Ganson explains, “Nicotine vaping may be used by individuals to support eating disorder behaviors and goals, such as suppressing appetite and catalyzing weight loss… Young…
Read MoreRestoring Neck Curvature Improves Nerve Conductance.
Among a group of 32 women with reduced cervical lordosis (curve) and forward head posture, those who received treatment to restore normal posture in the neck experienced an improvement in central nerve conduction, the time it takes for nerve impulses to travel through the central nervous system on their way to the target muscles. Science…
Read MoreNature-Based Activities Benefit Mental Health.
An analysis of data from 50 studies found that regularly engaging in outdoor activities such as gardening or walking in a park or woodlands is associated with improved mood and reduced anxiety. SSM – Population Health, December 2021
Read MoreBreastfeeding Can Help Lower Postpartum Depression.
Adding to a number of benefits that breastfeeding can provide to mom and baby, a recent study found that new mothers who breastfeed are significantly less likely to experience postpartum depression, and the risk falls the further into life the child breastfeeds. Public Health Nursing, September 2021
Read MoreMedical Paperwork Keeps Some People from Seeking Care.
Questionnaires completed by 4,155 young and middle-aged adults revealed that 25% had delayed or skipped care due to administrative tasks such as obtaining information from an insurance company or provider, resolving issues with billing, or seeking preauthorizations for care. Health Services Research, September 2021
Read MoreHow to Spot Peripheral Artery Disease.
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common circulatory problem that is the result of reduced blood flow to the legs. Common PAD symptoms include painful cramping in the hip, thigh, and calf muscles; numbness or weakness in the legs; coldness in the lower legs or feet; a change in leg color; hair loss or slow…
Read MoreMarijuana Use Tied to Greater Risk of Mental Health Issues?
A review of health histories of over 80,000 adults revealed that those with a history of regular marijuana use were three times more likely to develop conditions such as depression and anxiety, and they were nearly seven times more likely to develop severe mental illnesses such as psychosis or schizophrenia. The findings suggest it may…
Read MoreConservative Care Offers Benefits to Those with TMD.
Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are characterized by pain and dysfunction of the temporomandibular joints and associated jaw muscles and facial nerves. A recent study found that manual therapies—such as those provided by doctors of chiropractic—are effective for improving pain, sleep quality, and quality of life in TMD patients. Cranio, July 2021
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