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Among a group of 37 adults under treatment for major depressive disorder, those who walked for an hour in a natural setting experienced a greater reduction in negative emotions than participants who strolled in an urban environment. Journal of Affective Disorders, December 2022
Read MoreThe Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notes that salmon can’t be labeled as a “healthy” food under current federal regulations due to it high levels of fat, but that may soon change. A proposed FDA rule will allow foods that are part of a healthy diet pattern (fruit, vegetables, dairy, grains, and lean proteins) to…
Read MorePast research has identified sleep apnea as a risk factor for atrial fibrillation, but how common is sleep apnea in atrial fibrillation patients? In a recent study, 185 atrial fibrillation patients completed sleep apnea testing and 93% tested positive for the condition— 52.3% primary sleep apnea, 44.8% mixed apnea, and 2.9% pure central apnea. Because…
Read MoreThe American Academy of Dermatology offers the following tips to relieve itchy skin: apply a cold, wet cloth or ice pack to the itchy area for five to ten minutes or until the itch stops; take an oatmeal bath to help provide relief; use skin moisturizers that contain no additives, fragrances, or perfumes; apply topical…
Read MoreThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that the suicide rate in the United States increased in 2021 much as it had between 2000 and 2018, despite a drop in 2019 and 2020. Mental health experts hope the national rollout of the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline can help reverse course. Vital Statistics Rapid…
Read MoreIn a study that included 58 chronic neck pain patients with mobility deficits in the upper cervical spine, researchers found that mobility of the upper cervical region should be restored using manual therapies before the introduction of stabilization exercises to strengthen the deep cervical spine flexor musculature. Doctors of chiropractic are trained in the application…
Read MoreFollowing an analysis of data from the Childhood Determinants of Adult Health study, researchers report that children who exercise, play sports, and maintain a healthy weight in childhood and adolescence are more likely to have above-average fitness as adults than their peers who are less active growing up. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise,…
Read MoreAn analysis of data on nearly 20,000 mother-child pairs revealed that a high maternal intake of ultra-processed foods during pregnancy is linked to a 26% increased risk for childhood obesity in her offspring. BMJ, October 2022
Read MoreAccording to a study that compared the long-term outcomes of 1,046 seniors with a history of distal radius fracture (DRF) and 1,044 without a history of DRF, such a fracture is associated with a 56% increased risk for cognitive decline. The researchers conclude that extra attention should be paid to the cognitive health of older…
Read MoreA survey of nearly 5,000 adolescents revealed that 9% had anonymously posted negative comments about themselves on their social media posts. Further analysis show that such individuals were five times more likely to have contemplated suicide. Researcher Dr. Robin Kowalski explains, “People who commit suicide feel that the world would be better off without them,…
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