Regular fish consumption can decrease colorectal cancer risk by 12%. American Journal of Medicine, June 2012 … [Read more...]
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Limit Allergens in Your Bedroom
Allergy symptoms, such as sneezing and sniffling, can prevent you from having a good night’s sleep. To rid your bedroom of allergens, the National Sleep Foundation suggests the following: if you're allergic to pets, keep them out of the bedroom and … [Read more...]
Mental Attitude: Marriage and Happiness!
Married people may be happier in the long run than those who aren't married. Matrimony does not make people happier than they were when they were single, but it appears to protect against normal declines in happiness during adulthood. Journal of … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“Time is what we want most, but what we use worst.” — William Penn … [Read more...]
A Little Weight Loss May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
A review of data on more than 61,000 postmenopausal women from a long-term study suggests that it’s never too late to lose weight to reduce the risk of breast cancer. The review revealed that a 5% or greater weight loss among post-menopausal women … [Read more...]
Does Spinal Manipulation Have an Anti-Inflammatory Effect?
In this study, participants with acute or chronic low back pain received a series of six high-velocity, low-amplitude manipulative thrusts on alternate days for two weeks. At the end of the study, the participants not only reported a decrease in pain … [Read more...]
Do Females Have a Superior Aerobic System?
In a small study involving 18 men and women, researchers found that female bodies are more efficient at delivering oxygen to the muscles. Researcher Dr. Richard Hughson explains, “We found that women's muscles extract oxygen from the blood faster, … [Read more...]
Poor Dietary Behaviors May Impact Well-Being
Korean researchers surveyed 65,212 students and found that those with a greater intake of soft drinks, sugary drinks, and fast food were more likely to report lower scores in regards to sleep quality, happiness, and overall health. Child and … [Read more...]
Marriage Reduces Dementia Risk
Compared with those who are married, lifelong singles and widowers have a 20-42% increased risk of developing dementia. The researchers behind this finding recommend, “Dementia prevention in unmarried people should focus on education and physical … [Read more...]
Noisy Commutes Pose Dangers
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, exposure to noise at 114 decibels for more than four seconds can harm hearing. In a new study, researchers explored the impact of noise exposure among commuters who used subways, trams, buses, and … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“If you believe you can, you might. If you know you can, you will.” — Steve Maraboli … [Read more...]
Oral Cancer Signs & Symptoms
Oral cancer accounts for about 3% of all cancer cases each year and it is often diagnosed between the age of 55 and 64. According to the American Dental Association, oral cancer symptoms may include the following: a mouth sore or irritation that … [Read more...]
Happy New Year – 2018
Happy New Year 2018 from the doctors and staff at Premier Healthcare Placerville! … [Read more...]
Musculoskeletal Pain Is a Major Problem for Surgeons!
An analysis of data provided by 312 surgeons found that neck pain was the most common musculoskeletal complaint among respondents, followed by neck pain (45.8%), back pain (42.3%), and shoulder pain (40.1%). The research team also identified these … [Read more...]