The 2015 Monitoring the Future survey finds cigarette smoking and alcohol consumption continues to decline among teens. Among 10th graders, researchers observed a 54.9% reduction in cigarette use in just the past five years. The rate of binge … [Read more...]
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The Companionship of a Dog May Ease a Child’s Fears
Dog ownership may lower a child’s anxiety levels. In a study involving nearly 640 children, researchers found that only 12% of children with dogs tested positive for anxiety, compared with 21% of those without dogs. The researchers speculate that … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“Many people lose the small joys in the hope for the big happiness.” ~ Pearl S. Buck … [Read more...]
Keep Safe While on the Road
When traveling in your car, whether it’s for your daily commute or a long trip, it’s important to protect yourself. The American Red Cross recommends: never drive when impaired, use your seatbelt, make sure to stay alert and are well-rested, never … [Read more...]
Head Posture and Muscle Endurance Associated with Neck Pain in Teens
Portuguese researchers analyzed the posture and neck muscle function of 35 teens with neck pain and 35 of their asymptomatic peers. They found a distinct difference in cervical posture between the two groups and also detected less neck flexor and … [Read more...]
Reduces Age-Related Arterial Stiffening!
The hardening or stiffening of the arteries can increase an individual's risk for cardiac events like a heart attack or stroke. Among a sample of 470 healthy adults, those with the highest cardiorespiratory fitness levels over a period of two years … [Read more...]
Caffeinated Energy Drinks May Raise Teens’ Diabetes Risk
Highly caffeinated "energy shots" appear to trigger short-term insulin resistance in teens. In a recent study, researchers observed that teens who drank a highly caffeinated energy shot experienced a 25% increase in both blood sugar and insulin … [Read more...]
Coal Burning Pollution Very Damaging to Health
Using data gathered from 450,000 people in the United States, investigators found that particles from burning coal contribute five times more to the risk of death from heart disease than other air pollution particles of the same size. According to … [Read more...]
No Biological Differences Between Male and Female Brains
The evaluation of more than 1,400 MRI scans suggests that biologically unmistakable sex differences don’t extend to the structure of the brain. Though the brain is home to a mix of masculine and feminine characteristics, researchers found the brains … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“Life has no remote... get up and change it yourself!” ~ Mark A. Cooper … [Read more...]
Night / Shift Work May Increase Breast Cancer Risk
Women who work non-traditional hours over the course of a career may have a slightly greater risk for a breast cancer diagnosis than those who work "9-5." Researchers combed through 25 studies regarding "breast cancer risk" and "night work" or "shift … [Read more...]
Hip Mobilization with Movement Benefits Hip Osteoarthritis
Mobilization with movement (MWM) is often used in the treatment of hip osteoarthritis. However, there are very few studies evaluating the effectiveness of such manual therapies in the treatment of this common hip condition. A new study involving … [Read more...]
What Is the Best Type of Exercise?
Any exercise you can do on a regular basis is the best kind of physical activity. Walking is considered one of the optimal choices because it's easy, safe, and inexpensive. It also doesn't require training or special equipment, except for a pair of … [Read more...]
Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Benefit Bipolar Disorder
Individuals with bipolar disorder tend to have lower plasma levels of certain omega-3 fatty acids. Because omega-3 fatty acids play a vital role in brain cell communication and are a major player in immune and inflammatory systems, researchers … [Read more...]