A systematic review of data from 48 published studies reported the following foods/vitamins/compounds are associated with a reduced breast cancer risk: vegetables, citrus fruit, mushrooms, calcium, folate, vitamin D, lignans, and carotenoids. … [Read more...]
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Signs of Adult Diabetes Risk Are Visible at Age 8.
A study that monitored the health of more than 4,000 participants found that unhealthy high-density lipoprotein (the “good” cholesterol) levels at age 8 may signal that an individual is at an elevated risk for a type 2 diabetes diagnosis by age 25. … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“The hardest arithmetic to master is that which enables us to count our blessings.” ~ Eric Hoffer … [Read more...]
Garden Safety
Gardening is a great way to get physical activity, beautify the community, and provide fresh nutritious produce while enjoying the outdoors. To stay safe while gardening, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends the following: wear … [Read more...]
A Third of Dementia Cases Are Preventable?
The Lancet Commission on Dementia Prevention, Intervention, and Care report that up to 35% of dementia cases could be prevented by staying mentally engaged; maintaining a healthy weight, blood pressure, and blood glucose reading; addressing midlife … [Read more...]
Fall Risk Among Patients with Severe Knee Osteoarthritis
Questionnaires completed by 259 knee osteoarthritis patients revealed an association between back pain intensity and an increased risk for falling. The findings suggest that treatment to manage co-occurring back pain—such as chiropractic care—may be … [Read more...]
Take Microbreaks!
For desk-bound office workers, taking a microbreak every hour to perform a brief physical activity can reduce job stress and improve mood. Frontiers in Public Health, June 2020 … [Read more...]
Best Protein-Rich Vegetables?
In addition to legumes, experts consider the following vegetables to be good sources for plant-based protein: watercress, alfalfa sprouts, spinach, Chinese cabbage, asparagus, mustard, and collard greens, broccoli, Brussel sprouts, and cauliflower. … [Read more...]
Asthma Tied to Kids with Disabilities & Delays
An analysis of data collected from nearly 72,000 families revealed that children with hearing loss, cerebral palsy, and learning disabilities have a significantly elevated risk for asthma. Study co-author Dr. George Delclos writes, “These results … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“A tiny change today brings a dramatically different tomorrow.” ~ Richard Bach … [Read more...]
Top Wellness Tips
The Physicians Medical Group of San Jose lists the flowing tips for better health and wellness: don’t start smoking, and if you’re a smoker, quit; see a doctor regularly; eat a healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains; exercise … [Read more...]
Back Pain Common During Pregnancy
Questionnaires completed by 400 expectant mothers revealed that 75.3% had experienced back pain at some point in their pregnancy, particularly in the lumbar region during the third trimester. Nearly half of the women in the study (45.7%) reported … [Read more...]
Exercise Linked to Lower Sleep Apnea Risk
The results of a recent study that looked at lifestyle, medical, socio-demographic, and sleep health data concerning more than 155,000 adults suggest that even a modest increase in physical activity (such as walking for 20 additional minutes per day … [Read more...]
Eating Fruits and Veggies Can Cut Diabetes Risk
Using data from the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition study, researchers estimate that every 66-gram increase in daily fruit and vegetable consumption is associated with a 25% reduced risk for type 2 diabetes. BMJ, July … [Read more...]