Health Alert: Nearly 1 in 3 Adults Don’t Know the Most Common Heart Attack Symptom. According
to a recent study, only about 70% of adults in the United States and Canada can identify chest
pain/discomfort as a symptom of myocardial infarction. Other common heart attack symptoms include
shortness of breath; arm/shoulder pain/discomfort; feeling weak, lightheaded, or faint; and jaw, neck, and
back pain. Korean Circulation Journal, December 2021
Diet: Foods That Can Help Lower Your Cholesterol. Harvard Health notes that the following foods can
help reduce one’s low-density lipoprotein (the “bad” cholesterol) levels: oats; barley and other whole
grains; beans; eggplant and okra; nuts; vegetable oils; apples, grapes, strawberries, and citrus fruits; foods
fortified with sterols and stanols; soy; fatty fish; and fiber supplements. Harvard Health, February 2022
Exercise: HIIT Benefits Lung Cancer Patients. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a form of
exercise that involves short intervals of near-maximal effort such as sprinting or stair climbing separated by
intervals of moderate-intensity exercise, such as jogging or fast walking. A review of data from six studies
concluded that HIIT is an effective intervention for improving cardiorespiratory fitness in lung cancer
patients undergoing treatment, which may improve their chances for a successful outcome.
Supportive Care in Cancer, April 2022
Chiropractic: Stress is Associated with Neck Pain in College Students. A recent survey of university
students found that over a third (35.6%) have moderate neck pain and disability, and the risk for
bothersome neck pain in this group is increased by high levels of stress and excessive sedentary time.
Healthcare, November 2021
Mental Attitude: Worries Increase Heart Risk in Men. Following a review of data from the Normative
Aging Study that included 1,550 men, researchers report that higher anxiety levels during mid-life are
associated with a 10-13% increased risk for heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
Journal of the American Heart Association, January 2022
Wellness/Prevention: Getting a Good Night’s Sleep While on Vacation. The National Sleep Foundation
recommends the following to get a good night of sleep while out of town: avoid making changes to your
sleep schedule, don’t eat a heavy dinner, avoid drinking too much alcohol, bring your own pillow, and
consider using lavender spray or a white noise machine. National Sleep Foundation, January 2022
Quote: “Time is the fairest and toughest judge.” ~ Edgar Quinet

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Health Alert: A Crowded ER Can Cost Lives. An analysis of data concerning more than 5 million
emergency room (ER) visits found that if delays in admission exceed five hours, an individual’s risk of
death in the next 30 days increases by 8%. Emergency Medicine Journal, January 2022
Diet: Vitamin D May Help Reduce Autoimmune Disease Risk. A study involving 26,000 adults found
that those who took a daily supplement of 2,000 IU of vitamin D reduced their risk of developing an
autoimmune disease by 22%. British Medical Journal, January 2022
Exercise: Just 10 Minutes of Daily Activity Can Save Lives. Following a review of health data
concerning nearly 5,000 middle-aged and older adults, researchers estimate that if each adult engaged in
just ten minutes of exercise a day, it could prevent over 100,000 premature deaths each year.
JAMA Internal Medicine, January 2022
Chiropractic: Myofascial Treatment Aids Microcirculation. Impaired blood flow to the smallest blood
vessels in the circulatory system is commonly observed in patients with musculoskeletal disorders and is
associated with pain intensity, pain duration, and disability. With the aid of laser-doppler flowmetry and
videofluoroscopic imaging, investigators observed that myofascial treatment—a therapy performed by
doctors of chiropractic—results in an immediate improvement in microcirculation in the immediate area,
especially in patients with a musculoskeletal disorder such as neck or shoulder pain.
Diagnostics, November 2021
Mental Attitude: Young Females at Greater Risk of Stroke Than Young Males. A review of 16 studies
regarding stroke incidence in the younger adult population found that women under the age of 35 are 44%
more likely to suffer an ischemic stroke than men in the same age group. While the review does not
pinpoint a reason for the difference, the authors of the study note that adults of all ages can reduce their risk
for stroke by managing stress, maintaining a healthy weight and blood pressure, eating a nutritious diet, not
smoking, and getting regular exercise. Stroke, January 2022
Wellness/Prevention: Vitamin D May Protect the Eyes. Uveitis is an inflammatory condition of the eye
that affects around 50 of every 100,000 people each year. A review of data from 16 studies found evidence
that poor vitamin D status may be associated with an elevated risk for the condition.
Survey of Ophthalmology, March 2022
Quote: “Much good work is lost for the lack of a little more.” ~ Edward H. Harriman

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Health Alert: 1 in 5 Post-Stroke Patients Have Recurring Depression. According to a study that
followed stroke survivors for nearly eight years, 40% will experience at least one episode of depression
with half of such individuals reporting recurrent depression.
Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases, March 2022
Diet: Soft Drink Consumption During Pregnancy Linked to ADHD in Offspring. Based on data from
the Norwegian Mother, Father and Child Cohort Study and Medical Birth Registry of Norway, researchers
report that daily maternal intake of sweetened carbonated beverages during pregnancy is linked to a small
increase in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms in offspring at eight years of age.
European Journal of Nutrition, January 2022
Exercise: Exercise is Good for Bone Health. The National Institutes of Health reports that weight-bearing
physical activities such as walking, hiking, jogging, climbing stairs, playing tennis, and dancing can lead to
stronger and healthier bones, which can reduce one’s risk for osteoporosis.
National Institutes of Health, January 2022
Chiropractic: Try Chiropractic First. A recent study found that patients with spinal pain who see a
doctor of chiropractic as their first treatment choice are less likely to fill an opioid prescription, receive a
spinal injection, or see a specialist within the next six months than those who initially consult with a
medical physician. Chiropractic & Manual Therapies, January 2022
Mental Attitude: Alzheimer’s Disease Management. The Cleveland Clinic offers the following advice
for caregivers of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease: stay informed about the disease, learn about
behavioral challenges such as agitation and depression, be alert for wandering, provide a stable and calm
environment, help the loved one express their emotions, and make sure the loved one keeps a regular sleep
schedule. Cleveland Clinic, January 2022
Wellness/Prevention: Most Kids Don’t Wear a Helmet When Sledding. Questionnaires completed by
nearly 2,000 parents revealed that while 73% of children always wear a helmet when downhill skiing or
snowboarding, 70% of kids never wear a helmet when sledding, which can also result in a serious head
injury. University of Michigan, January 2022
Quote: “Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.”
~ Thomas A. Edison

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Health Alert: Plastics May Contribute to Obesity. A lab analysis of commonly used plastic products
revealed that a third contained chemicals known to interfere with human metabolism and contribute to fat
cell development. Study co-author Dr. Martin Wagner adds, “Our experiments show that ordinary plastic
products contain a mix of substances that can be a relevant and underestimated factor behind overweight
and obesity.” Environmental Science & Technology, January 2022
Diet: Diet May Increase IBD Risk. Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), such as Crohn’s disease and
ulcerative colitis, affect an estimated 3.1 million adults in the United States. An analysis of 14 years of data
concerning over 125,000 adults found that a high intake of snacks and prepared meals combined with a low
intake of fruit and vegetables is linked to an elevated risk for Crohn’s disease. Meanwhile, a diet with a
high intake of red meat, poultry, and processed meat is associated with an increased risk for ulcerative
colitis. Journal of Crohn’s and Colitis, December 2021
Exercise: Other Ways Exercise Benefits Kids. In addition to better fitness, the current research suggests
that engaging in at least 300 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity each week can improve a
child or teen’s self-esteem, self-image, self-efficacy, ability to manage stress, and likelihood to engage in
other healthy behaviors. Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports, March 2022
Chiropractic: Manual Therapy for TMD Patients. A review of data from six studies found that manual
therapies—such as those utilized by doctors of chiropractic—applied to the craniomandibular region of
patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) can result in improvements in both pain and maximum
mouth opening. Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, December 2021
Mental Attitude: Weight May Affect Thinking Skills. There’s an abundance of research regarding the
many poor outcomes associated with obesity from an increased risk for type 2 diabetes to an elevated risk
for heart attack. Now, a new study that included 9,200 adults suggests that obesity may also cause the brain
to age faster, which can hasten cognitive decline. JAMA Network Open, February 2022
Wellness/Prevention: Screen Time Before Bedtime is Bad for Young Kids. A recent experiment
involving 36 preschool-aged children found that increased exposure to screens and other lights before
bedtime could significantly reduce melatonin levels, which can hinder a child’s ability to get a restful
night’s sleep. Journal of Pineal Research, January 2022
Quote: “Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.” ~ Anais Nin

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