Improve Exercise Training By Controlling Your Blood Sugar
New research suggests that high blood glucose levels may reduce the exercise capacity of skeletal muscles. However, researchers observed that when normal blood sugar levels are restored, skeletal muscle exercise capacity improves. Diabetes, April 2022
Read MoreFast Food Restaurants Increase Diabetes Risk in Nearby Area
According to a recent study, living within 300 meters (~984 feet) of a fast-food restaurant is associated with up to a 16% increased risk for type 2 diabetes. PLOS Medicine, April 2022
Read MoreExtra Weight Increases Risk of Endometrial Cancer
Body mass index (BMI) is an estimate of body fat based on weight and height. An analysis of data concerning nearly 120,000 women from seven countries revealed that for every five unit increase in BMI, the risk for endometrial cancer rises by 88%. BMC Medicine, April 2022
Read MoreDaily Aspirin for Heart Health?
For years, experts have recommended taking a daily low dose aspirin to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. However, based on findings from three large-scale studies that weighed the benefits and risks of this practice, the United States Preventative Services Task Force is now reversing this recommendation for adults under the age of…
Read MoreWitnessing Domestic Violence in Childhood Can Have Lifelong Consequences
A survey of more than 17,700 adults revealed that among those who were exposed to chronic parental domestic violence during childhood, 22.5% had major depression later in life, 15% suffered from anxiety, and nearly 27% had a substance disorder—all of which are rates significantly higher than those seen in the general population. Study author Dr.…
Read MoreDizziness and Chronic Neck Pain
Among a group of 133 patients under treatment for chronic neck pain, 43% reported concurrent dizziness. Additionally, those with both neck pain and dizziness were more likely to experience more intense neck pain and disability, along with lower scores on quality of life assessments. Doctors of chiropractic are skilled in the management of both neck…
Read MoreExercise Promotes Longevity
Following an analysis of data from 64 studies, researchers confirm that individuals with a lifelong history of exercise have a lower risk for early death than their sedentary peers. International Journal of Epidemiology, May 2022
Read MoreImprove Diet, Reduce Cancer Risk
While specific causes of early onset colorectal cancer remain unclear, the current research suggests that a diet characterized by a high intake of red and processed meat, refined grains, and sugar can alter gut microbial composition, which can lead to chronic inflammation in the digestive tract and may result in a greater risk for colorectal…
Read MoreSleep Troubles Can Affect Kids’ Reading Ability
An analysis of data concerning 339 primary school students revealed that those with sleep-disordered breathing, daytime sleepiness, and shorter sleep latency scored up to 7% lower on reading assessments than their peers without trouble sleeping. British Journal of Educational Psychology, June 2022
Read MoreSafe Neti Pot Use
The Food and Drug Administration offers these guidelines for proper use of a Neti pot to address clogged sinuses and nasal congestion: wash and dry your hands before each use, thoroughly clean the Neti pot and dry before each use, use clean water (distilled, filtered, or boiled) to create a saline rinsesolution, and always follow…
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