Instant soups can provide a quick meal for kids, but these food products can also lead to scalding burns. Researchers analyzed data from 2006 to 2016 and found that burns associated with instant soups and noodles affect more than 9,500 children each … [Read more...]
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Sleep Vital for Concussion Recovery in Kids
Among a group of 356 youth athletes who had suffered a sport-related concussion, researchers observed that those who experienced trouble sleeping were not only less likely to recover during the following 2-4 weeks but they also reported more severe … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“A friend is a gift you give yourself.” ~ Robert Louis Stevenson … [Read more...]
Cervical Spine Mobilization Results in Immediate Results
Neck pain is a common musculoskeletal complaint that can be both costly and disabling. In this study, 40 neck pain patients received either cervical mobilization or a motionless manual contact. Those in the mobilization group experienced improvements … [Read more...]
Getting Adequate Vitamin D
Vitamin D is vital for strong bones and a healthy immune system. The Arthritis Foundation offers the following suggestions for boosting one’s vitamin D levels: get direct sunlight without sunscreen for just 10 to 15 minutes every other day; eat 3 … [Read more...]
Just One Energy Drink…
Caffeine-loaded energy drinks are very popular, but a new study suggests that they may make your blood vessels less efficient in the short term. Researchers examined the blood vessels of 44 healthy, non-smoking medical students both before and after … [Read more...]
A Noisy Neighborhood May Raise Heart Disease Risk
Living in a noisy neighborhood may be more than just annoying, it may raise the risk for serious heart issues. Among a group of 500 healthy adults, researchers found that those who lived in areas with higher levels of ambient noise have up to a … [Read more...]
Happy Memories As a Child Might Benefit Your Health Later
A multi-year study that monitored the wellbeing of over 22,000 adults in their mid-40s found that participants who recalled receiving higher levels of affection from their mother during childhood were more likely to have better physical health and … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.” ~ Desmond Tutu … [Read more...]
Don’t Smoke!
As if there were not already enough reasons to stop smoking or never start in the first place, new research indicates that smokers with diabetes have an elevated risk for foot ulcers and more severe foot ulcers should they occur. Journal of Diabetes … [Read more...]
Manipulation Plus Exercise Can Help Patients with Shoulder Pain
Americans make over seven million doctor visits each year for shoulder and upper arm pain. A review of past research has found quality evidence that a treatment plan that combines thrust manipulation with specific exercises can reduce pain and … [Read more...]
Exercise Helps Eliminate Toxic Proteins from Muscles
A new animal-based study has found that daily exercise helps facilitate the elimination of proteins and organelles in the muscles that are no longer functional. Investigators say the removal of these components is vital, because when they accumulate, … [Read more...]
Vitamin D Supplements May Aid Weight Loss in Obese Kids
Childhood and adolescence obesity represent a major health problem worldwide, as it can lead to the development of expensive, serious, and debilitating health complications later in life. A study that involved 232 obese children and adolescents … [Read more...]
Gum Disease and Neurodegenerative Diseases
Compared to seniors with normal cognitive function, patients with Alzheimer’s disease, mild cognitive impairment, or subjective cognitive decline are more likely to have periodontitis. The results suggest that poor oral health may indicate an … [Read more...]