Mental Attitude: Veterans with PTSD Often Have Other Mental Health Issues… The Veterans Health
Administration (VHA) reports that veterans under treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) often have one or
more accompanying psychiatric conditions. According to a review of records from 2012, 70.2% of VHA patients with
PTSD had at least one co-existing psychiatric condition, while a third of all PTSD patients had two or more additional
mental health issues, with anxiety disorder and major depressive disorder being the most common.
Psychiatric Quarterly, March 2019
Health Alert: Toxins Found in Home Furnishings Can Be Passed to Kids. In this study, researchers analyzed indoor
air, indoor dust, and foam from furniture in 190 homes and found that children living in homes where the sofa in the main
living area contained flame-retardant called polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in its foam had a six-fold higher
concentration of PBDEs in their blood. Furthermore, children from homes that had vinyl flooring in all areas had
concentrations of benzyl butyl phthalate metabolite in their urine that were 15 times greater than those in children living in
homes with no vinyl flooring. Experts say that these semi-volatile organic compounds have been linked to serious adverse
health effects, such as neurodevelopmental delays, endocrine and thyroid disorders, and reproductive disorders.
American Association for the Advancement of Science, February 2019
Diet: Olive Oil May Reduce Stroke Risk Among Obese. According to a new study, severely obese patients who
consumed olive oil at least once per week had lower platelet activation, which reduces the propensity of blood to clot,
lowering the risk for heart attack or stroke. American Heart Association, March 2019
Exercise: Walking More May Benefit Dialysis Patients. Experts recommend taking 10,000 steps per day as part of a
healthy lifestyle. In a recent study involving 48 kidney dialysis patients, researchers observed that the more steps per day a
patient took, the less likely they were to experience fatigue and insomnia. Unfortunately, the data show that most of the
patients in the study averaged 2,631 steps per day or less. Kidney International Reports, November 2018
Chiropractic: Poor Posture Affects Breathing. Pulmonary function tests performed on fifteen healthy males revealed
that when participants adopted a forward head posture (FHD), they had significantly lower forced vital capacity,
expiratory and inspiratory reserve volumes, forced expiratory volume at one second, and peak flow rate. Doctors of
chiropractic routinely check for FHD and recommend exercise and ergonomic modifications to address this faulty posture.
Journal of Physical Therapy Science, January 2019
Wellness/Prevention: Better Posture May Reduce Musculoskeletal Pain Risk… Among a group of 176 office
workers, those who participated in a three-month program aimed at improving their sitting posture were less likely to
report neck pain, back pain, elbow pain, and knee pain during the course of the study.
Journal of Education and Health Promotion, December 2018
Quote: “Time moves in one direction, memory in another.” ~ William Gibson

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Mental Attitude: Anxiety Late in Life Linked to Alzheimer’s. Using data from the Zaragoza Dementia and Depression
Study, researchers report that seniors with clinically significant late-life anxiety have up to a 400% greater risk for
Alzheimer’s disease when compared to older adults without an anxiety disorder.
Journal of Affective Disorders, February 2019
Health Alert: Opioid Deaths Up Fourfold in Last 20 Years. Researchers from Stanford University School of Medicine,
Harvard University, and the University of Toronto report that opioid-related deaths in the United States have jumped
fourfold in the last two decades, with Eastern states being hit the hardest. According to the data, the highest rates of
opioid-related deaths occurred in Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, New
Hampshire, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. The researchers hope that identification and characterization of opioid “hot spots”
will allow for better-targeted policies that address the current state of the opioid epidemic and the needs of the population.
JAMA Network Open, February 2019
Diet: Can a Cup of Hot Cocoa Ease the Fatigue of Multiple Sclerosis? Dark chocolate contains flavonoids that are
known to be powerful antioxidants with anti-inflammatory and immune system benefits. In a recent study involving 40
adults with multiple sclerosis (MS), those who drank one cup of a high-flavanoid hot cocoa each day for six weeks
experienced less pain, a 45% reduction in fatigue, and an 80% improvement in their walking speed. Researcher Dr. Shelly
Coe adds, “Our study establishes that the use of dietary interventions is feasible and may offer possible long-term benefits
to support fatigue management.” Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry, March 2019
Exercise: Fitness Protects Against Lung Cancer. A new study that followed nearly 5,000 older men for a decade found
that not only are physically fit men less likely to develop lung cancer, but they are significantly more likely to survive the
disease should it occur. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, April 2019
Chiropractic: Mid-Back Adjustments for Neck Pain? In a study involving 30 patients with chronic neck pain,
researchers observed that spinal manipulative therapy applied to the mid-back resulted in improvements in both neck pain
and the range of motion of the upper limbs. While neck pain is commonly associated with dysfunction in the cervical
spine, past research has demonstrated that the thoracic spine plays a limited role in cervical rotation and flexion, which
may explain why mid-back adjustments benefited the chronic neck pain patients in this study.
Journal of Physical Therapy Science, February 2019
Wellness/Prevention: Reduce CTS Risk. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition that occurs when pressure is
placed on the median nerve as it passes through the wrist. To reduce your risk for CTS, the NYU School of Medicine
recommends the following: minimize repetitive hand movements, keep wrists straight, alternate between activities or
tasks, and avoid holding an object the same way for long periods. NYU School of Medicine, March 2019
Quote: “Try not to become a man of success, but rather try to become a man of value.” ~ Albert Einstein
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Mental Attitude: Positive Well-Being Benefits Those with Autism. According to a new study that monitored the
mental health of 36 employed adults with autism spectrum disorder, those with a greater sense of happiness and life
satisfaction were less likely to develop depressive symptoms over the following year. Lead author Dr. Darren Hedley
adds, “While previous research has tended to focus on the negative aspects of mental health such as depression and
anxiety, in this study we felt it was also important to focus on positive well-being—a construct often overlooked in autism
research in adulthood. There needs to be more mental health research involving adults with autism, and it is particularly
important to understand what predicts good mental health and better outcomes overall.” Autism Research, January 2019
Health Alert: Fatty Liver Linked to Osteoporosis? Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) occurs when excess fat
builds up in the liver from causes other than excessive alcohol consumption. A review of data from six studies has
identified an association between NAFLD during childhood and an elevated risk for reduced bone mineral density, which
may set the stage for osteoporosis later in life. Hepatology, January 2019
Diet: Low Zinc Levels Increase Risk of Hypertension. Low zinc levels may contribute to high blood pressure by
changing the way the kidneys handle sodium. In this study, researchers compared male mice with zinc deficiency to mice
with healthy zinc levels and found that the zinc-deficient mice were more likely to develop high blood pressure with a
corresponding decrease in urinary sodium excretion. When the zinc-deficient mice were fed a zinc-rich diet and reached
adequate levels, the rodents’ blood pressure decreased and their urinary sodium levels increased.
American Journal of Physiology — Renal Physiology, January 2019
Exercise: Depressed Youths Less Likely to Exercise. An analysis of data from the 2011-12 National Survey of
Children’s Health suggests that boys and girls with depression are only about half as likely to get regular exercise as their
non-depressed peers. Preventative Medicine Reports, January 2019
Chiropractic: Hip Pain Is Rarely an Isolated Problem… A recent study that included 2,515 subjects found that of
those with hip pain (124), only 3% exclusively had pain in their hip. In 47% of cases, hip pain patients also had pain in
one to five other body sites, and 50% of hip pain patients had co-existing pain in six or more areas. Doctors of
Chiropractic are well trained in making differential diagnoses in order to determine all of the patient’s presenting pain
generators, leading to proper management to achieve successful treatment outcomes. Musculoskeletal Care, January 2019
Wellness/Prevention: How to Prevent Skin Problems at the Gym. Bacteria, viruses, and fungi can thrive in warm
places at the gym, such as locker rooms and sweaty gym equipment. To prevent skin infections, the American Academy
of Dermatology recommends the following: wear loose-fitting, moisture-wicking clothing; always wear shoes or flip flops
in the locker room, around pools, and in the shower; keep any cuts clean and covered; disinfect equipment before and
after use; wash hands after working out; shower soon after exercising; and dress in clean clothes.
American Academy of Dermatology, January 2019
Quote: “Common sense is very uncommon.” ~ Horace Greeley
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Mental Attitude: Gut Bacteria May Be Linked to Dementia Risk. Bacteroides are a group of bacteria that are
beneficial to the gut because they crowd out “bad” infection-causing bugs. According to a new study that analyzed stool
samples of 128 older adults with and without dementia, researchers found that patients with dementia had fewer
bacteroides in their digestive system. The Alzheimer’s Association’s Dr. Keith Fargo writes, “At this point, we don’t know
that this association is causal… We don’t know which came first—the dementia or the differences in the gut microbiome.”
American Stroke Association, February 2019
Health Alert: Dirty Air Linked to Increased Risk of Strokes and Shorter Lives. New research that looked at data
from 1,600 counties across the United States between 2005 and 2010 revealed that individuals living in counties with
more air pollution not only had a higher risk for stroke but also short life expectancy—particularly if their area had a
higher poverty rate and fewer healthcare providers. American Stroke Association, February 2019
Diet: Could Vitamin D Lower the Risk of Developing Diabetes? Among a group of nearly 700 Brazilian women,
researchers observed that the women who took a vitamin D supplement not only had higher vitamin D serum levels but
they also had lower blood glucose readings. North American Menopause Society executive director Dr. JoAnn Pinkerton
explains, “Although a causal relationship has not been proven, low levels of vitamin D may play a significant role in type
2 diabetes mellitus… Vitamin D supplementation may help improve blood sugar control, but intervention studies are still
needed.” Menopause, January 2019
Exercise: Chronic Disease Patients Are Less Active… Using data from the 2006-2010 UK Biobank Prospective Cohort
Study, researchers note that individuals with one or more chronic disease average about 60 fewer minutes of moderate
physical activity each week in comparison with healthy adults, which may place them at greater risk for other health risks
related to inactivity. International Journal of Epidemiology, February 2019
Chiropractic: Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction? In a study involving 51 patients with sacroiliac joint dysfunction (SIJD)
and referred pain to the buttocks or lower back, researchers found that mobilization, stretching, stabilization exercises, and
manipulative therapy are all effective treatments for reducing pain and improving function in SIJD patients. Doctors of
chiropractic commonly use a combination of such treatments when managing patients with musculoskeletal complaints,
including SIJD. Pain Physician, January 2019
Wellness/Prevention: Why Do I Have Dry Eye? Dry eye occurs when your tear production fails to keep the eye surface
adequately lubricated, leading to scratchy or stinging feelings, dryness, discharge, and pain and redness of the eyes. The
National Eye Institute lists these common causes of dry eye: medications including antihistamines, decongestants,
antidepressants, birth control pills, hormone replacement therapy, and medications for anxiety, Parkinson’s disease, and
high blood pressure; advancing age; rosacea and blepharitis; windy, smoky, or dry environments; seasonal allergies; and
prolonged periods of screen time. National Eye Institute, January 2019
Quote: “You just can’t beat the person who never gives up.” ~ Babe Ruth
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Mental Attitude: ‘Mindfulness’ May Help Some Manage Their Chronic Pain. Mindfulness is described as the ability
to be fully present, aware of where you are, and calm about what’s going on around you. A review of data from twenty
published studies involving over 2,000 patients with chronic pain found that engaging in a yoga or meditation training
program that involved mindfulness is an effective method for managing stress and other problems associated with chronic
pain, especially when combined with additional treatment strategies. Evidence Based Mental Health, January 2019
Health Alert: Resting Heart Rate Change May Signal Type 2 Diabetes… New research indicates that changes in
resting heart rate over several years may signal an elevated risk for type 2 diabetes. In this study, researchers monitored
the resting heart rate of 12,155 adults six years apart and found that participants who experienced a ten beat increase in
resting heart rate had a 90% increased risk for developing type 2 diabetes. NMCD, December 2018
Diet: Breakfast May Not Be Important for Weight Loss. For years, we have been told that breakfast is the most
important meal of the day to help maintain a healthy weight, but a new paper suggests otherwise. Investigators looked at
thirteen randomized controlled trials and found that people who ate breakfast ended up eating about 260 additional
calories per day, while those who skipped breakfast were about one pound lighter. BMJ, January 2019
Exercise: Kids Should Be Active Every Day. An analysis of data concerning 5,779 pre-adolescent children from twelve
countries suggests that staying active throughout the week is important for reducing a child’s obesity risk. In particular,
the study found that kids who generally don’t exercise are almost five times more likely to be obese, while children who
are mostly sedentary during either the week or weekend have double the risk for childhood obesity.
International Journal of Obesity, January 2019
Chiropractic: What Onset Is Associated with Cervical Radiculopathy? Cervical radiculopathy is a condition
characterized by pain, numbness, or weakness in the neck that goes down one or both arms. Questionnaires completed by
122 cervical radiculopathy patients found that one third recalled their symptoms started following a specific physical
activity or trauma while the remainder said their cervical radiculopathy began without an inciting event. This study
illustrates the reality that in most cases, patients cannot isolate a specific cause for their presenting complaint. Often, the
cause is cumulative in nature, making the determination of causation difficult to impossible. Doctors of chiropractic are
trained to assess and treat patients that present with radiating arm pain, regardless of causation. PM & R, January 2019
Wellness/Prevention: Why Am I Bloated? Many people suffer from abdominal bloating, which feels like an inflated
balloon in the abdomen. The International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders notes these common triggers for
bloating: too much gas in the intestine; abnormally high amounts of bacteria in the small intestine; imbalance of
microorganisms that live in the bowel, which could be the result of taking antibiotics; food intolerance; and increased
curvature of the lumbar region of the spine, which decreases the capacity of the abdomen to hold gas.
International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders, January 2019
Quote: “It is books that are a key to the wide world; if you can’t do anything else, read all that you can.” ~ Jane Hamilton
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Mental Attitude: Attitude May Help Prevent a Second Stroke. Examinations of 400 patients who survived either
a mild or moderate stroke or a transient ischemia attack found that those who felt as though they could protect
themselves from a second stroke were less likely to have high blood pressure (a risk factor for stroke) a year later.
Senior author Dr. Bernadette Boden-Albala writes, “You can protect yourself against stroke by reducing your risk
factors. And this study shows that if you think you can do it, you can.” American Stroke Association, January 2019
Health Alert: Most Americans Will Eventually Have High Blood Pressure. The American Heart Association
estimates that the average American has about a 90% chance of developing high blood pressure in his/her lifetime.
However, one can reduce their hypertension risk by not smoking, avoiding excessive alcohol consumption, eating a
healthy diet, exercising, and managing stress. Circulation, January 2019
Diet: Should You Try a Plant-Based Diet? In this study, researchers observed that participants who consumed a
vegetarian meal experienced an increase in beneficial gastrointestinal hormones involved in the regulation of glucose
metabolism, insulin secretion, energy homeostasis, satiety, and weight management. Study author Dr. Hana
Kahleova adds, “The fact that simple meal choices can increase the secretion of these healthy hormones has
important implications for those with type 2 diabetes or weight problems… This study adds to the mounting
evidence that plant-based diets can help manage and prevent type 2 diabetes and obesity.” Nutrients, January 2019
Exercise: Aerobic Exercise May Help OCD Patients. In this study, patients with treatment-resistant obsessive
compulsive disorder (OCD) who participated in a twelve-week aerobic exercise training program experienced
improvements with respect to mood, anxiety, and compulsion. Journal of Affective Disorders, February 2019
Chiropractic: Osteoarthritis of the Hip? Hip osteoarthritis (OA) is among the most common degenerative joint
diseases, and it is associated with chronic pain, reduced mobility, and stiffness in the region surrounding the hip
joint. A systematic review of data from twelve studies found that a combination of manual therapy and patient
education is effective at improving pain, hip range of motion, and physical function in patients with hip OA. Doctors
of chiropractic commonly use such treatments when managing patients with osteoarthritis of the hip.
Complementary Therapies in Medicine, February 2019
Wellness/Prevention: Identifying Vision Problems in Infants. Although rare, vision problems do occur among
newborn and infants. The American Optometric Association lists the following signs of vision problems in this age
group: excessive tearing, which may indicate blocked tear ducts; red or encrusted eye lids, which could signal an eye
infection; constant eye turning, which may signal a problem with eye muscle control; extreme sensitivity to light,
which may indicate elevated pressure in the eye; and the appearance of a white pupil, which may indicate an eye
tumor that could be cancerous. American Optometric Association, January 2019
Quote: “Home is the nicest word there is.” ~ Laura Ingalls Wilder
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Mental Attitude: Bullying May Affect the Brain. An analysis of the brain scans of nearly 700 teens found that those who had been victimized by bullies had reduced brain volume in two key regions of the brain associated with regulating motivation, attention, and emotional processing. Molecular Psychiatry, December 2018 Health Alert: Risk Factors for Early Childhood Obesity. Past studies have shown that kids who are overweight have an elevated risk for obesity in adulthood. In this study, researchers analyzed data concerning 502 three-year-old children and identified the following risk factors for obesity in early childhood: obesity in mother pre-pregnancy; high birth weight; formula feeding during the first year of life, high frequency of fast food consumption, and time watching TV or computer screens at age three. International Journal of Obesity, December 2018 Diet: Vitamin D and Asthma in Young Children… Data from two clinical trials suggests that for babies with deficient vitamin D levels, improving their vitamin D status (via supplementation in these studies) resulted in a reduced risk for asthma symptoms in early childhood. Current Opinion in Allergy and Clinical, January 2019 Exercise: Try Dancing. Seniors who want to improve their fitness levels should consider dancing. In a small study involving thirty sedentary women over age 65, those who danced for an hour three times a week experienced similar improvements with respect to aerobic fitness, lower body muscle strength, and static balance as those who walked three hours a week. Experimental Gerontology, December 2018 Chiropractic: Long Work Hours Linked to Musculoskeletal Pain. Using data from the Fourth Korean Working Conditions Survey involving nearly 25,000 workers, researchers report that working over 40 hours a week is associated with up to a 40% increased risk for musculoskeletal pain in men and up to a 66% elevated risk for musculoskeletal pain in women. Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, December 2018 Wellness/Prevention: Preventing Chapped Lips. Chapped lips are more common during the winter months. To prevent dry chapped lips, the Mayo Clinic recommends the following: before going outside in cold weather, apply a lubricating lip cream or balm; avoid licking your lips; drink plenty of fluids; moisten the indoor air with a humidifier; avoid contact with irritants or allergens; and breathe through your nose instead of your mouth. Mayo Clinic, January 2019 Quote: “Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change.” ~ Stephen Hawking

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Mental Attitude: Vision Loss Linked to Dementia. The results of a twelve-year study suggest that for seniors with a history of depression, loss of visual function (especially near sight) is associated with an elevated risk for dementia over the following four years. European Journal of Epidemiology, January 2019 Health Alert: Gestational Diabetes and Vitamin D. According to a new study, women with poor vitamin D status during their second trimester may have up to a 74% increased risk for gestational diabetes mellitus. Gynecological Endocrinology, January 2019 Diet: When Calorie Content Is Included… Seeing pictures of food with calorie information appears to change the way the brain responds to food. In this study, researchers recruited 42 undergraduate students to view food images with and without calorie information and then asked them to rate their desire to eat the food while in a functional magnetic resonance imaging scanner (fMRI). The research team observed that when presented with data on a food’s nutritional value, participants found the item less appetizing and they had a corresponding reduction of activity in the areas of the brain associated with satiety, desire, and inhibition. PLOS ONE, December 2018 Exercise: Less Screen Time, Move More! Surveys completed by nearly 25,000 middle schoolers revealed that those who spent more time engaged in physical activity and less time interacting with electronic devices scored higher on quality of life assessments than kids who spent more time with screens and less time moving their bodies. Health and Quality of Life Outcomes, January 2019 Chiropractic: Spinal Degeneration Linked to Jaw Disorders. In a study that involved 120 patients with a temporomandibular disorder (TMD), researchers found that participants with neck pain exhibited a higher number of active trigger points in the masticatory and cervical muscles, greater forward head posture, and more severe degenerative changes in the cervical spine than TMD patients without neck pain. The findings reveal the role of cervical spine health and posture in relation to TMD. Doctors of chiropractic are well versed in the treatment of the cervical degeneration, posture, trigger points, and jaw disorders. Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics, December 2018 Wellness/Prevention: Sleep Apnea May Raise Risk for Dyslipidemia. While the underlying mechanisms are not yet understood, the current evidence suggests a link between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and elevated triglyceride and cholesterol levels. Internal Medicine (Czech), November 2018 Quote: “Friendship multiplies the good of life and divides the evil.” ~ Baltasar Gracian

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Mental Attitude: Caring for a Loved One Who Has Alzheimer’s. The Alzheimer’s Foundation suggests the following to help people cope with the grief and loss commonly experienced when a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease: face your feelings and accept them; prepare to have feelings of loss as dementia progresses; understand that no two people grieve in exactly the same way; talk with someone you trust about your feelings; stay involved in activities that you enjoy; join a support group; accept things that you cannot change; and take care of yourself. Alzheimer’s Foundation, January 2019 Health Alert: Vitamin D Status and Colorectal Cancer… An analysis of data from eleven studies that involved over 7,000 colorectal cancer patients identified an association between higher vitamin D serum levels and a better prognosis. Journal of Nutritional Science and Vitaminology, December 2018 Diet: Omega-3s May Help NAFLD Patients. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) occurs when excess fat builds up in the liver cells from causes other than excessive alcohol consumption. A new study found that consuming an omega-3 fatty acid supplement was effective at reducing liver fat in NAFLD patients. Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care, December 2018 Exercise: Limit Kids’ Access to Electronic Devices… Using data collected from parental surveys and fitness assessments, researchers report there’s a relationship between the number of electronic devices a child has access to in the home and their risk for poor aerobic fitness. Children, January 2019 Chiropractic: Seniors with Chronic Back Pain… New research suggests that older adults with chronic back pain often have other musculoskeletal pain conditions. Among a group of 839 seniors with persistent back pain, 93% had pain in at least one additional area and 69% had pain in two or more additional sites. The researchers add that they have identified an association between the number of body sites in which an individual had musculoskeletal pain and both greater back pain intensity and an elevated risk for falling. Pain Medicine, January 2019 Wellness/Prevention: Stroke Risks for Kids. The National Stroke Association reports that stroke remains among the top ten causes of death in children. The following are risk factors for stroke among youths: heart defects present at birth, sickle-cell disease, immune disorders, diseases of the arteries, abnormal blood clotting, head or neck trauma, mother’s history of infertility, infection in the amniotic fluid, and pregnancy-related high blood pressure in the mother. National Stroke Association, January 2019 Quote: “Idleness is to the human mind like rust to iron.” ~ Ezra Cornell

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Mental Attitude: Hearing Checks Could Prevent Late-Life Depression. An analysis of health data concerning 5,239 men and women over age 50 revealed that those with mild hearing loss were almost twice as likely to have significant symptoms of depression. Furthermore, the researchers observed that elderly individuals with severe hearing loss were over four times more at risk for depression. The findings suggest that treatment of age-related hearing loss could be one way to head off late-life depression. JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, December 2018 Health Alert: Persistent Hot Flashes May Increase Breast Cancer Risk. According to a review of data concerning more than 25,000 women, there’s an association between persistent vasomotor symptoms (which includes symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats) lasting ten or more years and an elevated risk for breast cancer. Menopause, December 2018 Diet: Impulsivity Linked to Poor Diet/Eating Disorders. Among a sample of over 15,000 adults taking part in the NutriNet-Santé Study, those who scored high on assessments that measure impulsivity were significantly more likely to consume a poor quality diet, snack, and have an eating disorder. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, December 2018 Exercise: Aerobic Exercise Benefits. Experts from the Mayo Clinic report that aerobic activities (such and running, bicycling, and swimming) can benefit you in the following ways: keep excess pounds at bay; increase your stamina, fitness, and strength; reduce your health risks; manage chronic conditions; strengthen your heart; keep your arteries clear; boost your mood; and help you stay active and independent as you age. Mayo Clinic, January 2019 Chiropractic: Low Back Pain Linked to Depression. Among a group of 152 older adults, researchers found that those with a history of back pain scored higher on assessments used to measure depression. The findings suggest that low back pain may be a potential risk for increased depression in older adults and managing a patient’s back pain may provide mental health benefits. Rehabilitation Nurse, January 2019 Wellness/Prevention: Vitamin D May Slow Diabetes Progression. In a study involving 162 patients with both prediabetes and vitamin D deficiency, those who took a high dose vitamin D supplement for six months experienced improved insulin sensitivity that significantly reduced their risk for developing type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice, December 2018 Quote: “Storms make trees take deeper roots.” ~ Dolly Parton

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