When fathers are stressed out about parenting, it may take a toll on their children’s development. In a study that included 730 families, researchers found that sons were more likely to have poorer language skills at age three when their fathers had … [Read more...]
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“Do not bite at the bait of pleasure till you know there is no hook beneath it.” ~ Thomas Jefferson … [Read more...]
Spinal Manipulations Reduce Myofascial Pain Sensitivity
A study that included 26 participants recently assessed effects of spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) on myofascial pain sensitivity. Investigators found that participants who received two consecutive SMT interventions 30 minutes apart experienced … [Read more...]
Improves Blood Flow to the Brain!
Using MRI, researchers observed that more aerobically fit children have greater blood flow to the hippocampus—a part of the brain that's important for learning and memory. This adds to an ever growing body of research linking improved physical … [Read more...]
American Teens Report Drinking Fewer Soft Drinks
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that teens in the United States (US) have reduced their soda consumption by almost a third in just two years. Experts from the CDC speculate that much of this reduction may be the result of … [Read more...]
Do Migraines Increase Risk of Cardiovascular Disease?
An analysis of data collected from 115,541 women enrolled in the Nurses' Health Study II indicates that migraines may be an important risk factor for cardiovascular disease. The researchers found that women with a history of migraines had a greater … [Read more...]
Depression Strikes Nearly 3 Million Teens Yearly
According to a new government report, almost three million American teens experienced a major bout of depression in 2014. Dr. Paolo del Vecchio, the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services at the United State (US) Substance Abuse and Mental … [Read more...]
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“We are afraid of losing what we have, whether it's our life or our possessions and property. But this fear evaporates when we understand that our life stories and the history of the world were written by the same hand.” – Paulo Coelho … [Read more...]
Keep Your Child’s Sandbox Safe
For decades, children have played in sandboxes. But while these play areas allow kids to express their creativity and enjoy the outdoors, sandboxes can also harbor germs. To help keep your child's sandbox safer, the American Academy of Pediatrics … [Read more...]
Spinal Manipulative Therapy & Home Exercise Beneficial to Those with Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic neck pain is a common and disabling condition among older adults, but little is known regarding the cost-effectiveness of commonly used treatments. A recent study investigated the cost-effectiveness of spinal manipulative therapy, supervised … [Read more...]
Exercise During Pregnancy Offers Benefits
According to new research, women who exercise during pregnancy are less likely to require a caesarian section than women who refrain from exercise. Furthermore, exercise does not appear to increase the risk of preterm birth. The researchers also … [Read more...]
Is Pasta Good for Your Diet?
Many people have shunned pasta in recent years because of concerns that it’s fattening. However, new research suggests that pasta, specifically noodles, may actually aid in weight loss. Italian researchers found that moderate pasta consumption … [Read more...]
Is Modern Lifestyle to Blame for the Obesity Epidemic?
When it comes to the obesity epidemic, is nature to blame… or nurture? An analysis of data from nearly 8,800 adults participating in a nationwide health and retirement study revealed that participants were more likely to pack on more pounds if they … [Read more...]
Declining Brain Health Linked to Increased Risk of Critical Illness
Mayo Clinic researchers report that seniors with mild cognitive impairment are 50% more likely to be admitted to an intensive care unit (ICU) to treat a serious illness than their peers with no apparent signs of cognitive decline. Critical Care … [Read more...]