Health Alert: Combustion Pollution Raises Cardiovascular Hospitalization Risks. Fine-particulate matter
is a mixture of microscopic particles and liquid droplets in the air, primarily produced by combustion processes
such as vehicle emissions and the burning of wood and coal. An analysis of Medicare data over a 16-year period
revealed that living in areas with higher exposure to fine-particulate matter is associated with an elevated risk of
hospitalization for myocardial infarction, ischemic stroke, atrial fibrillation, and heart failure.
Environmental Research, September 2025
Diet: Carotenoid Intake May Protect Against Colorectal Cancer. Carotenoids are compounds with
antioxidant properties that give yellow, orange, and red fruit and vegetables their color. A study that looked at
diet quality of 1,953 colorectal cancer patients and 4,154 adults without a history of colon cancer found that a
higher carotenoid intake is associated with up to a 41% lower risk of colorectal cancer.
European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, September 2025
Exercise: Weightlift for Stronger Bones. Lifting heavy weights places mechanical stress on bones,
stimulating bone formation and increasing bone density. For stronger, healthier bones, experts recommend
resistance training at least twice a week, particularly with compound movements such as squats and deadlifts.
The Conversation, August 2025
Chiropractic: Upper Cervical Spine Dysfunction Can Affect Neck and Should
er Movement. New research suggests that mobility restrictions in the joint connecting the base of the skull to
the first cervical vertebra (the atlas) may cause persistent motor control deficits affecting both the neck and
upper limbs. Restoring normal motion at this atlanto-occipital joint—through interventions such as chiropractic
care—could help improve neck and shoulder mobility. Journal of Integrative Neuroscience, July 2025
Mental Attitude: Early Lead Exposure May Cause Memory Issues Later in Life. Using data from the
Health and Retirement Study, researchers found that people exposed to higher levels of leaded gasoline
emissions in childhood were more likely to experience memory difficulties in middle and old age. The findings
highlight how environmental toxins can have lasting effects on the body.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, July 2025
Wellness/Prevention: Vitamin D Deficiency Too Common During Pregnancy. An analysis of data from 116
studies revealed that between 68% and 81% of expectant mothers have deficient vitamin D levels during
pregnancy, which is associated an elevated risk for several adverse outcomes including gestational diabetes,
preeclampsia, Cesarean delivery, infection and immune complications, mood disorders, preterm birth, low
birthweight, neonatal infections, and neonatal hypocalcemia. Nutrition Reviews, September 2025
Quote: “Growth begins when we begin to accept our own weakness.” ~ Jean Vanier

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