A study that involved 7,550 people has found that effectively treating depression can lower a patient’s risks for cardiovascular disease to the level of those who never had depression, reducing their chances of stroke, heart attack, heart failure, … [Read more...]
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Quote of the Week
“The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.” ~ Marcus Aurelius … [Read more...]
Tracking Your Health
Experts say that keeping a health journal can help you better answer your healthcare provider's questions. The American Academy of Family Physicians recommends recording the following information: past illnesses or injuries, hospitalizations, past … [Read more...]
Arthritis Increases Risk of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition often treated by chiropractors. The carpal tunnel is a narrow, rigid passageway of ligament and bones at the base of the hand that houses the median nerve and tendons. Sometimes, thickening from irritated … [Read more...]
Effective Against Hot Flashes
Hot flashes are a common complaint among menopausal women. In this study, 95 menopausal women participated in a six-month exercise program while 64 refrained from regular exercise as part of a control group. During the course of the study, the … [Read more...]
A Healthy Diet Keeps the Brain Working!
Dutch researchers reviewed the health records and available lifestyle data of 2,165 seniors and found those whose diet was richest in fruits, vegetables, and fish were 76% less likely to experience any cognitive impairments. Their finding suggests … [Read more...]
Waistline May Predict Heart Disease
A new study involving diabetic patients suggests that an increasing waist size is a stronger predictor of serious heart disease than either body weight or body mass index. Researchers evaluated the heart function of study participants and found that … [Read more...]
Mindfulness Training May Reduce PTSD Symptoms
The mass implementation of mindfulness training may help war veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) better manage their disturbing memories and thoughts. In this pilot study, 23 United States veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“There are two ways to get enough. One is to continue to accumulate more and more. The other is to desire less.” ~ G.K. Chesterton … [Read more...]
Earplugs Help Protect Hearing at Loud Concerts
Earplugs can protect concert-goers from the temporary hearing loss that can linger after a high-decibel music concert. In this study, researchers followed 51 participants who attended an outdoor music festival, half of whom used earplugs. The average … [Read more...]
More Chiropractors, Less Opioids
Based on data collected in 2011, a new study has found an association between both a higher per-capita supply of chiropractors and Medicare spending on chiropractic care and lower opioid prescription use among younger, disabled Medicare … [Read more...]
Exercise Improves Blood Vessel Health Among Stressed.
Past studies have shown that constant stress is associated with signs of poor blood vessel health and an increased risk for cardiovascular disease. A new animal-based study has found that exercise protected blood vessel function in rats regularly … [Read more...]
Oily Fish Consumed During Pregnancy May Reduce Asthma Risk in Kids as They Age
Children of mothers who regularly ate salmon while they were pregnant may be less likely to receive a medical diagnosis of asthma than children whose mother did not eat salmon during their pregnancy. In this study, one group of women ate salmon twice … [Read more...]
Hearing Loss May Indicate Higher Medical Bills for Some Adults
Hearing loss among late middle-aged adults appears to be associated with higher medical costs. Investigators examined the healthcare use of over 560,000 adults between the ages of 55 and 64 and found that those with hearing loss had 33% higher … [Read more...]