For breast cancer patients, the current data suggest that a diet pattern featuring a high intake of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and legumes and avoids added sugars, sugary drinks, and calorie-dense foods is associated with increased … [Read more...]
Endometriosis May Increase Some Pregnancy Risks
Endometriosis is a potentially painful condition that occurs when the uterine lining grows outside the uterus. A review of findings from 39 studies revealed an association between endometriosis and an increased risk for several adverse pregnancy … [Read more...]
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How to Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
To reduce the risk of breast cancer, the Mayo Clinic recommends the following healthy habits: limit alcohol consumption, don’t smoke, exercise, limit the duration of hormone therapy, eat a healthy diet, and maintain a healthy weight. Mayo Clinic, … [Read more...]
Many Adults Struggle with Mental Health Problems in Midlife
An analysis of data concerning over 28,000 adults revealed that midlife was the period of time in which 1 in 5 experienced their highest levels of psychological distress, such as depression and anxiety. Study co-author Dr. George Ploubidis explains, … [Read more...]
Exercise-Related Benefits for College Students
A survey of 866 university students revealed that regular exercise may provide the following benefits in young adults: earlier bedtime, faster bed-to-sleep time, and improved sleep quality; a positive outlook on life; and reduced anxiety, anger, and … [Read more...]
Fruits and Veggies Are Good for Kids’ Bones
The current research suggests that there’s an association between a high intake of fruits and vegetables during childhood and stronger, healthier bones. Nutrition, Exercise, & Lifestyle, February 2021 … [Read more...]
Alcohol Contributes to Cancer Cases and Deaths
Excessive alcohol consumption is a risk factor for several cancers, and a recent study that analyzed information from the United States Cancer Statistics database estimates that alcohol may be the primary driver of 4.8% of cancer cases and 3.2% of … [Read more...]
Breathing Exercises Benefit Sleep Apnea Patients
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is associated with an elevated risk for heart failure, heart disease, and stroke. New research suggests that performing at-home breathing exercises for six weeks can lead to significant improvements in respiratory and … [Read more...]
Effectiveness of Manual Therapy for Non-Specific Neck Pain
Among a group of 37 non-specific neck pain patients treated with manual therapies, researchers observed that those who received treatment targeting both the cervical and thoracic spine experienced greater reductions in pain and disability than … [Read more...]
Exercise Benefits Hypertensive Patients
Patients under treatment for high blood pressure who participated in a twelve-week combined aerobic and resistance training exercise program experienced improvements in systolic blood pressure and endothelial function, as well a reduction in … [Read more...]
Rest or Massage Helps Reduce Stress
According to a recent study, ten minutes of either rest or massage are effective at psychological and physiological stress. Lead study author Dr. Maria Meier writes, “We are very encouraged by the findings that short periods of dis-engagement are … [Read more...]
Spinal Pain in High School Students
Examinations of 273 teenagers revealed that about one in six (16.12%) had spinal pain. Further analysis showed the following characteristics are associated with an elevated risk for spinal pain in teens: physical inactivity, obesity, central … [Read more...]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Office Workers
Questionnaires completed by 969 office workers under the age of 50 revealed that about one in five experience wrist and/or hand symptoms commonly associated with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). The researchers estimate that working without breaks can … [Read more...]