Among a group of 14 children and teens with an autism spectrum disorder, researchers observed that engaging in a 45-minute judo lesson once a week for eight weeks led to improvements in the participants’ comfort with social interactions and physical … [Read more...]
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Green Tea May Benefit the Heart
An analysis of data concerning more than 100,000 middle-aged and older adults in China suggests that drinking green tea at least three times a week is associated with a reduced risk for heart attack or stroke over the next seven years. Researcher Dr. … [Read more...]
Metabolic Syndrome May Raise Odds of Recurring Blood Clots
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions—obesity, high blood pressure, problematic cholesterol, impaired metabolic function, and excessive waist circumference—that occur together and increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“Many receive advice, only the wise profit from it.” ~ Harper Lee … [Read more...]
Help Your Child Lose Weight
Obesity during childhood has been linked with several negative health outcomes that can persist and worsen in adulthood. Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles notes that minor changes can help a child maintain a healthy weight: reduce or eliminate … [Read more...]
Worrying Too Much?
Generalized anxiety disorder is described as excessive worrying that prevents a person from leading a normal life. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, your worrying may be out of control if you worry intensely about everyday … [Read more...]
Chiropractic Care for Seniors with Neck Pain
It is estimated that 1 in 5 people aged 70 and older suffer from neck pain. A recent survey of 288 Australian chiropractors revealed that seniors account for about a third of their patients, with neck pain affecting roughly half, often with co-morbid … [Read more...]
High-Intensity Exercise May Help Epileptic Seizures
In a recent case study, a woman with drug-resistant focal epilepsy experienced a reduction in seizure frequency upon switching from a moderate-intensity exercise program to a high-intensity fitness routine. Epilepsy & Behavior Reports, December … [Read more...]
Beans Reduce Depression Risk?
Using data from the Brazilian National Health Survey concerning over 46,000 Brazilian adults, researchers have identified an association between greater consumption of beans and up to a 26% reduced risk for depression. Public Health (Brazil), … [Read more...]
Big Rise in Meth and Fentanyl Use in Recent Years
According to a study that compared urine drug test result data from 2013 and 2019, positive tests for methamphetamine increased from 1.4% in 2013 to 8.4% in 2019, while the detection rate for fentanyl increased from 1% to 5%. The findings suggest … [Read more...]
Handling an Allergic Reaction
People can experience allergic reactions to things such as animal dander, bee stings, chemicals, and foods, which can result in hives, itching, rash, and other symptoms. The National Library of Medicine recommends these first aid steps for … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“Action is the antidote to despair.” ~ Joan Baez … [Read more...]
Depression and the Heart
Using data from the Canadian Longitudinal Study for Aging, researchers estimate that depression may be associated with up to a 36% increased risk for heart disease. Journal of Geriatric Cardiology, December 2019 … [Read more...]
Cost-Effectiveness of Chiropractic Treatment
A recent study set out to critically evaluate the benefits of adding chiropractic under Missouri Medicaid. Based on computations and a dynamic scoring model, investigators determined that there would be cost savings to the state of Missouri between … [Read more...]