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Among a sample of 434 head and neck cancer patients, researchers found that those with a vitamin D deficiency were almost twice more likely to experience a cancer recurrence than patients with healthy vitamin D levels. Laryngoscope, May 2018
Read MoreAccording to a new study that involved 15,000 Korean adults, sitting for more than seven hours per day is significantly associated with an increased risk for chronic low back pain. Additionally, the researchers observed that participants with poor fitness had an even greater risk for low back pain in relation to the amount of time…
Read MoreA sedentary lifestyle can lead to a host of physical and mental woes. According to the National Library of Medicine, inactive adults have an elevated risk for obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and osteoporosis. National Library of Medicine, May 2018
Read MoreWomen who consume a diet rich in fish and legumes may delay the onset of menopause. In this study, researchers found that females who consumed one additional daily portion of oily fish or fresh legumes (like peas and beans) began menopause more than three years later than women who ate fewer daily servings of fish…
Read MoreA review of 42 studies that included over 75,000 children revealed that those who got less than the recommended amount of sleep for their age were 58% more likely to become overweight or obese than kids who got adequate sleep. Study co-author Dr, Michelle Miller explains, “The results showed a consistent relationship across all ages,…
Read MoreAn analysis of data from four studies that included nearly 40,000 people appears to indicate a possible connection between anxiety during middle age and a diagnosis of dementia in old age. The authors of the analysis suggest that an abnormal stress response may speed brain cell aging and breakdowns in the nervous system, creating a…
Read MoreExperts estimate that up to 20% of Americans aged 12 to 19 have some degree of hearing loss. Technology is most likely to blame, especially with the use of earbuds. To help protect your child’s hearing, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends: instruct them turn down the volume to about 60%, ask them to take…
Read MoreBack pain is common in the adolescent population, but little research exists on treatment options for this group of patients. In a new study, researchers randomly assigned teenagers with back pain into one of two treatment groups for a three-month period: spinal manipulation combined with exercise therapy or exercise therapy alone. The investigators monitored low…
Read MoreAmong a group of 1,100 Brazilian teenagers, researchers found that those with low aerobic fitness were 80% more likely to experience poor sleep quality. World Journal of Pediatrics, March 2018
Read MoreThough rich in vital nutrients and vitamins, raw fruits and veggies can harbor potentially harmful germs, such as Salmonella and E. coli. When selecting fresh produce, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests the following: choose produce that doesn’t look bruised or damaged; keep precut fruit and vegetables cold; keep fruit and vegetables separate…
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