Posts by Dr. Youdeem
An Egg a Day Is Okay.
New research concludes that there is no association between egg intake and higher blood cholesterol or associated cardiovascular risk factors. Cardiologist Dr. Guy Mintz notes, “This very large study has clearly demonstrated that people can have one egg a day without any cardiovascular consequences.” American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, January 2020
Read MoreAsthma Linked to Heart Rhythm Disorder.
The results of a thirteen-year study involving 6,615 adults suggest that individuals with persistent asthma have a 50% elevated risk for developing atrial fibrillation, which is a common heart rhythm disorder that is known to significantly increase the risk of stroke. Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology, February 2020
Read MoreHow to Deal with a Flea Infestation.
To prevent, reduce, or eliminate a flea infestation, the Environmental Protection Agency recommends the following: check carpets, cushioned furniture, and cracks and crevices daily; steam clean carpets regularly and pay extra attention to areas where pets sleep; wash all pet bedding and family bedding every two weeks; use a flea comb on your pet to…
Read MoreMany Teens Dislike High School.
Questionnaires completed by nearly 22,000 high schoolers across the United States revealed that 75% routinely experience boredom, anger, sadness, fear, and/or stress while at school. Journal of Learning and Instruction, January 2020
Read MoreSpinal Pain Is Very Common.
A survey of 5,397 middle-aged adults revealed that 54% had experienced an episode of low back pain in the previous twelve months, while 23.6% had mid-back pain and 29.1% had neck pain in the same time frame. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, February 2020
Read MoreExercise Could Boost Video Game Performance.
While it’s generally believed that playing video games and exercise are antagonistic activities, new research suggests that gamers who engage in 15 minutes of intense cardiovascular activity prior to a gaming session perform better than their peers who typically refrain from exercise. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, January 2020
Read MoreAmericans Throw Away a Lot of Food.
According to a study that looked at the food purchasing and consumption behavior of nearly 4,000 families in the United States, about a third of food is thrown out at a cost of $1,866 each year per household. Study author Dr. Edward Jaenicke writes, “Our findings are consistent with previous studies, which have shown that…
Read MoreSleep Apnea Linked to Fatty Liver Disease.
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a condition that occurs when fat accumulates in the liver from causes other than excessive alcohol consumption. An analysis of data concerning 33,045 adults revealed that individuals with obstructive sleep apnea have a 78% increased risk for NAFLD. BMC Gastroenterology, February 2020
Read MorePlay It Safe with Household Chemicals
Common household items such as paint and cleaning supplies can contain toxic chemicals. The Cleveland Clinic recommends the following safety tips: wear an apron, gloves, and goggles when working with oven cleaners; ensure that the area you’re using chemicals in is well ventilated; wear latex dishwashing gloves when using antibacterial cleaners; wash your hands immediately…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s Research May Head in New Direction.
The results of a recent experiment in which researchers reviewed positron emission tomography (PET) scans of the brains of 32 early Alzheimer’s diseases patients suggest that brain regions with greater tau protein build-up are more likely to atrophy over the course of two years than areas of the brain with fewer tau proteins. Science Translational…
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