Posts by Dr. Youdeem
High-Fiber Diet May Benefit Kidney Function.
An analysis of blood samples and dietary information regarding 468 adults suggests that high fiber intake is associated with better renal function. BMC Nephrology, July 2020
Read MoreNew Advice Regarding Familial Hypercholesterolemia.
Individuals with a genetic predisposition for elevated low-density lipoprotein (the “bad” cholesterol) levels have traditionally been instructed to reduce their consumption of saturated fats to lower their risk for heart disease. However, a team of heart disease and diet experts reviewed dietary guidelines for those with familial hypercholesterolemia and failed to find any evidence supporting…
Read MoreSurprising Contributors to Heart Disease.
WebMD notes that in addition to lack of exercise and a poor diet, the following are also associated with an elevated risk for heart disease: belly fat, dental problems, loneliness, long work hours, a history of migraines, shift work, and snoring. WebMD, June 2020
Read MoreCreative Art, Storytelling, and Mild Cognitive Impairment.
A review of findings from 64 published studies found that participating in creative art or storytelling programs can improve brain function in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Ageing Research Reviews, June 2020
Read MoreManual Therapies for CTS.
Among a group of 30 patients with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), researchers observed that mechanical interface mobilization and nerve mobilization techniques are both effective treatments for improving nerve function and reducing pain and disability. Doctors of chiropractic often utilize these manual therapy techniques along with other conservative treatment options for patients with CTS. Caspian Journal…
Read MoreExercise Cleans Muscles.
According to a new study, an intense ten-minute bout of exercise increases the activity of the “death marker protein” called ubiquitin, which helps remove worn-out proteins from muscle tissue. Researcher Dr. Jørgen Wojtaszewski writes, “Basically, it explains part of the reason why physical activity is healthy. The beauty is that muscle use, in and of…
Read MoreCan Too Much Coffee Be Bad for Your Health?
Researchers examined connections between genetics, habitual coffee consumption, and health conditions from a dataset that included over 300,000 adults in the UK Biobank and found that drinking six or more cups of coffee a day is associated with an elevated risk of osteoarthritis, arthropathy, and obesity. Clinical Nutrition, March 2020
Read MoreAs a Nation’s Wealth Grows, So Do Men’s Waistlines.
Using four decades of data concerning nearly 150 countries, researchers report that for every 1% increase in a nation’s per capita income, the obesity rate among men in the country rises 1.23%. PLOS ONE, May 2020
Read MoreWays to Stay Healthy As You Age.
WebMD offers five tips to remain healthy when getting older: eat more vegetables, fruits, nuts and whole grains while eating less butter, fatty meats, sugar, and salt; exercise for at least thirty minutes a day; go to bed and wake up at the same time every day; start a new hobby; and stay in contact…
Read MoreMindfulness Improves Mood of MS Patients.
Mindfulness is described as the ability to be fully present, aware of where you are, and calm about what’s going on around you. In a recent study involving 61 multiple sclerosis (MS) patients, researchers observed that those who received mindfulness training experienced improvements in cognitive function and mood regulation. Rehabilitation Psychology and Neuropsychology, May 2020
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