With today’s busy schedules, it can be difficult for family members to meet physical activity recommendations. The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute suggests the following to get more active: schedule family exercise after dinner, on weekends, … [Read more...]
Health News
Eat More Fruits & Veggies!
Adults who consume at least seven servings of fruits and vegetables per day are less likely to be overweight or obese than men and women who eat six or fewer servings of produce each day. Obesity Science & Practice, December 2017 … [Read more...]
Asthma in America Costs Billions
Based on an analysis of medical expenses and costs associated with work and school absences and deaths between 2008 and 2013, federal health officials say that the economic cost of asthma in the United States is almost $82 billion per year. However, … [Read more...]
Entitled Individuals Think Differently
People who have a strong sense of entitlement think rules don’t apply to them. Researcher Dr. Emily Zitek explains, “[These individuals] don't think it's fair for other people to tell them what to do… Instructions are essentially an unfair … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change.” ~ Stephen Hawking … [Read more...]
Wellness/Prevention: Get Healthy
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration recommends the following to achieve a healthier lifestyle: don't smoke or abuse drugs; limit alcohol intake; make healthy food choices; exercise regularly; maintain a healthy weight; … [Read more...]
Walking is Good for Chronic Back Pain
For patients with chronic low back pain, a daily walk may be just what the doctor ordered. A review of findings from nine published studies indicates that daily walks can help reduce both pain and disability in patients with chronic back pain. Since … [Read more...]
Can Exercise Help Slow Cognitive Decline?
Seniors with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) have an elevated risk for developing dementia. However, a review of data from eleven published studies indicates that adults with MCI can improve their cognitive function by engaging in an aerobic exercise … [Read more...]
Many Babies in the US Start Solid Foods Too Soon
Researchers analyzed the food intake of nearly 1,500 babies in the United States and found that about 16% of parents fed their child complementary foods before the age of four months, and about 38% provided their son or daughter solids or other … [Read more...]
Common NSAID May Lead to Reduced Fertility of Offspring
Paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen, is commonly taken by pregnant women to help relieve pain, but a new study suggests that this medication may lead to reduced fertility among female offspring. Investigators found that rodents given paracetamol … [Read more...]
Smell Your Partner’s Shirt to Reduce Stress
In this study, investigators observed that women who smelled their partner's shirt had a reduced response to stress in comparison with those who smelled a stranger’s scent. Senior author Dr. Frances Chen comments, “Our research suggests that … [Read more...]
Dropping Weight Can Save Your Knees
Losing a few extra pounds may take a load off your knees. Researchers collected data on 640 obese and overweight people who had mild osteoarthritis or were at risk of it. Investigators found that obese and overweight people who lost 5% or more of … [Read more...]
Job Strain, Sleep Disturbances, and Back Pain
Using data from the Stockholm Public Health Cohort surveys from 2006 and 2010, researchers have determined that a physically active job, high job strain, and sleep disturbances increase the risk for developing troublesome low back pain. The findings … [Read more...]
Exercise May Be the Key to Becoming More Successful
Exercise is known to protect against several diseases, such as diabetes and stroke. Now, a new study suggests that exercise helps people socialize and accomplish more. Researchers recruited 179 college students and asked them to record each time they … [Read more...]