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Health Alert: Neighborhood Design Can Influence Type 2 Diabetes Risk. Researchers from Florida Atlantic University’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine report that children residing in neighborhoods with limited greenery, poor walkability, easily accessible processed food, and limited access to healthier fare may have an
elevated risk of type 2 diabetes. The findings highlight the influence living spaces can have on public health.
Pediatric Research, October 2025

Diet: Supplement Could Support Long-Term Brain Health. In a recent animal study, researchers observed that a supplement containing polyphenols, carotenoids, and omega-3 fatty acids helped stave off age-related cognitive decline in mice. The authors attribute these benefits to improved microbiome health and its downstream effects on
reducing inflammation and oxidative stress, both of which can contribute to neurodegeneration.
Brain, Behavior, & Immunity – Health, October 2025

Exercise: Just a Little Movement Can Pay Off the Next Day. According to a recent study that included more than 350 young adults, exchanging just 30 minutes of sedentary time with light activity—like walking or doing chores— is sufficient to produce noticeably improvements in mood and vitality the following day.
Psychology of Sport and Exercise, January 2026

Chiropractic: Low Back Pain Reduces Productivity. Among 411 academic and administrative employees at a university, researchers found that although only 2.3% missed work because of low back pain, nearly 1 in 5 continued working while in pain, which can hinder productivity. The authors suggest that workplace wellness initiatives could help reduce the burden of low back pain among staff and, in turn, decrease presenteeism.                                                                                                                                    Work, August 2025

Mental Attitude: Midlife Stress Linked to Dementia Risk. In a recent narrative review, researchers noted that stress during midlife is associated with a higher risk of dementia decades later. The findings suggest that stress management strategies during this critical period may help reduce the risk of serious cognitive decline in older age.
Cureus, October 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Ever Heard of the Mycobiome? Several studies in recent years have underscored the importance of the microbiome—the community of bacteria that live in the body and support overall health. However, the body also maintains a potentially beneficial relationship with fungi residing in the gut, skin, lungs, brain, and other tissues, collectively known as the mycobiome. Research on how to influence mycobiome composition is ongoing, as imbalances can lead to an overgrowth of species such as Candida, which has been linked to conditions including inflammatory bowel disease, psoriasis, and vaginal yeast infections.
The Conversation, October 2025

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Health Alert: Sepsis Risk Increases with Type 2 Diabetes. Sepsis is a life-threatening condition in which the body’s extreme response to an infection causes widespread inflammation leading to organ dysfunction and potentially death. A study that looked at long-term data concerning more than 7,000 adults revealed that type 2
diabetics have double the risk of sepsis over a ten-year time frame, especially those who smoke, don’t effectively manage their blood sugar, or have experienced diabetes complications.
European Association for the Study of Diabetes, September 2025

Diet: Keto Diet Benefits University Students with Depression. The ketogenic diet is a high-fat, very low carbohydrate eating plan that shifts the body’s metabolism into a state of ketosis, causing it to burn fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates. Researchers from Ohio State University report that college students with major depressive who followed the ketogenic diet for longer than ten weeks experienced a 70% reduction in their depressive symptoms, as well as significant improvement in well-being, cognitive performance, and metabolic health.
Translational Psychiatry, September 2025

Exercise: How Exercise Suppresses Hunger. Past studies have shown that exercise suppresses appetite, but the precise mechanism remained a mystery. Now, researchers from Baylor College of Medicine report that when lactate accumulates in the muscles during intense or prolonged physical activity and subsequently enters the bloodstream, it’s combined with the amino acid phenylalanine by the enzyme CNDP2 to form a compound called Lac-Phe. This molecule then travels to the brain, where it directly inhibits hunger-promoting neurons in the hypothalamus, helping to reduce appetite.                                                                                                                                                  Nature Metabolism, September 2025

Chiropractic: Most Dancers Develop Low Back Pain. A survey of 77 recreational and professional dancers revealed that 64 (~83%) experienced at least one episode of low back pain during the previous year. Interestingly, dance style did not appear to influence low back pain risk.                                                                                                Journal of Dance Medicine & Science, June 2025

Mental Attitude: New Dementia Cases Have More Than Doubled in Last 30 Years! Using data from the Global Burden of Disease study, researchers report that the annual incidence of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias worldwide increased by 157% between 1990 and 2021. While much of this rise is attributable to the growing and
aging global population, researchers suggest that addressing modifiable risk factors for cognitive decline—such as high blood sugar, obesity, and smoking—could help slow the global dementia epidemic.
Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, September 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Low Birthweight Can Have Lifelong Reproductive Health Implications. An analysis of data from 40,795 middle-aged and older women revealed that having a low birthweight was associated with a shorter reproductive span (by about eight months), a higher risk of menstrual irregularities, and a greater likelihood of not having children.                                                                                        Journal of Epidemiology, October 2025

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Health Alert: Microplastic Exposure May Contribute to Alzheimer’s. According to a recent animal study, exposure to polystyrene microplastics and nanoplastics at levels higher than those observed in humans produced Alzheimer-like symptoms in mice carrying the APOE4 gene—a known risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease—after just three weeks. Notably, the researchers observed sex-specific differences similar to those seen in human patients: male mice were less cautious and more impulsive when exploring new environments, while females had greater difficulty remembering objects they had seen before. The findings suggest that environmental toxins may heighten vulnerability in individuals with genetic risk factors for neurodegenerative diseases.
Environmental Research Communications, August 2025

Diet: Fruit and Veggies Benefit Brain Health. A systematic review of 38 studies found that individuals who eat more fruits and vegetables have a lower risk of developing mild cognitive impairment compared with those who consume less produce. Nutrición Hospitalaria, September 2025

Exercise: Active Lifestyle Linked to Lower Risk of Some Cancers. An analysis of data from more than 140,000 middle-aged and older adults found that compared with their inactive peers, men with the highest levels of physical activity had a lower risk of colon cancer, while physically active women had a lower risk of bladder and endometrial
cancers.                                                                                                                                      Journal of Epidemiology, October 2025

Chiropractic: Risk Factors for Low Back Pain. A study comparing the demographics, lifestyle, posture, and health behaviors of 64 low back pain patients and 64 age-matched controls found that frequent bending or twisting, obesity, and less than six hours of sleep per night were each linked to a higher risk of low back pain. The researchers also found that a higher body mass index was associated with an increased likelihood of low back pain becoming a chronic condition.                                                        Mymensingh Medical Journal, July 2025

Mental Attitude: Heading Soccer Ball Linked to Poorer Brain Health. Brain imaging of 352 amateur soccer players and 77 athletes from sports without head impacts revealed that frequent heading of the ball was linked to microstructural changes in the orbitofrontal region—an area involved in memory and thinking—and to lower scores
on cognitive tests. The findings add to growing evidence that repetitive heading in soccer may have harmful effects on brain health.                                                                        Neurology, September 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Detecting Which Kids May Be at Highest Risk for Respiratory Disorders. Mayo Clinic researchers report that young children with recurrent wheezing, allergic conditions, or a family history of asthma are at increased risk for pneumonia, influenza, and asthma-related hospital visits. The findings may help healthcare providers identify children at highest risk for severe asthma flare-ups and respiratory infections early on, allowing for preventive care that could improve long-term outcomes.
Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, September 2025

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Health Alert: Radiation from Medical Imaging Scans Linked to Childhood Blood Cancers. Following an analysis of health records from 3.7 million children, researchers report that cumulative exposure to radiation from advanced medical imaging—particularly CT scans—was associated with a significantly increased risk of cancers affecting the blood, bone marrow, and lymphatic system. For example, children who underwent one or two CT scans had about an 80% higher risk of blood cancer, while those who received three or more scans faced nearly a threefold increase in risk. Although CT scans are sometimes medically necessary, the authors emphasize that physicians should use them judiciously and prioritize non-radiation alternatives such as ultrasound or MRI whenever possible.
New England Journal of Medicine, September 2025

Diet: Swap Out Some Meat Servings with Legumes. University of Helsinki researchers note that in a six-week trial, men who replaced some servings of red and processed meat with legumes such as peas or fava beans experienced improvements in metabolic and cardiovascular health.                                                                                European Journal of Nutrition, September 2025

Exercise: Resistance Training May Improve Nerve Health and Slow Aging Process. It’s common for peripheral nerve function to decline with age, affecting coordination and increasing the risk of falls. A recent study involving 48 adults found that four weeks of resistance training improved nerve conduction velocity, indicating enhanced communication between nerves and muscles. These findings help explain why lifelong exercisers tend to maintain better physical performance and brain health into older age compared to their less active peers.
Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, September 2025

Chiropractic: How Common Is Back Pain Among Adolescents? Using data from the Global Burden of Disease study, researchers estimate that 38 million teenagers—about 1 in 33 teens worldwide—experience a new case of low back pain each year and at any given point in the year, 19 million have the condition.
Journal of Pain Research, June 2025

Mental Attitude: Manage Anxiety by Imagining Positive Outcomes. Researchers from University of Plymouth report that vividly imagining successful results can help students feel more empowered, in control, and capable of managing everyday challenges, lessening the impact of anxiety on their lives.
Behaviour Research and Therapy, September 2025

Wellness/Prevention: The Gut Can Influence Lung Cancer Risk. While smoking remains the leading cause of lung cancer, new research suggests that changes in the gut microbiome may be associated with lung cancer risk and progression. The findings raise the possibility that interventions (such as diet, probiotics, or microbiome modulation) could someday play a role in lung cancer prevention or therapy.            Medicine (Baltimore), October 2025

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Health Alert: Has Life Expectancy Plateaued? Researchers from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research report that people born in high-income countries between 1900 and 1938 experienced unprecedented gains in life expectancy, driven largely by reductions in infant and maternal mortality and improvements in sanitation, medicine, and food safety. In contrast, progress since then has been more gradual, leading some experts to suggest that life expectancy in affluent nations may be approaching a plateau—
around 76 years for men and 81 years for women in the United States, for example.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, September 2025

Diet: Eat More Fruit! Carotenoids are antioxidant compounds that give yellow, orange, and red fruits and vegetables their color. An analysis of data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey found that higher serum carotenoid levels were associated with a 31% lower risk of premature death and a 47% lower risk of
cancer mortality over a 19-year follow-up period.                                                              British Journal of Nutrition, October 2025

Exercise: Fast Walking Linked to Lower Cancer Risk. Using data from two long-term cohort studies, researchers report that a faster walking pace is associated with a 13–45% lower risk of developing cancer. The findings suggest that walking speed may serve as a simple, real-world indicator of metabolic and cardiovascular fitness—factors that can enhance immune function and make it less likely for cancerous cells to take hold.
Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia and Muscle, April 2025

Chiropractic: Hip Problems May Play a Role in Disabling Low Back Pain. In a study of 79 patients receiving treatment for severe hip disorders, researchers found that many who also had disabling low back pain experienced significant improvements in back pain and function after treatment. The findings highlight how dysfunction in one
part of the body can contribute to musculoskeletal problems in neighboring regions.    Hip International, June 2025

Mental Attitude: Brain Stimulation May Help Alleviate Depression. High-definition transcranial direct current stimulation (HD-tDCS) is a noninvasive brain-stimulation technique that delivers low-intensity electrical currents through multiple small scalp electrodes to precisely modulate neural activity in targeted cortical regions. Researchers from University of California, Los Angeles report that this technology helped 40% of patients with moderate-tosevere depression achieve remission within twelve days with benefits manifesting within the first six days. It’s hoped with further testing and refinement that HD-tDCS could have a role in managing depression and other mood disorders.                                                                                                                        JAMA Network Open, September 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Smokeless Tobacco Dramatically Increases Oral Cancer Risk. New research indicates that chewing or sucking on tobacco products can increase the risk of oral cancer by as much as 800%, and that individuals who also smoke face roughly double that risk. The findings reinforce that smokeless tobacco is far from a harmless habit.                                                                                                                        Tobacco Use Insights, October 2025

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Health Alert: Forever Chemicals May Contribute to Central Obesity in Teens. Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are chemicals used to make products such as food containers, clothing, and furniture resistant to heat, oil, stains, grease, and water. Because they persist in the environment and the human
body for long periods, they can accumulate over time. In a study of 186 adolescents, those with higher blood levels of PFAS showed greater central weight gain than peers with lower exposure—an indicator of compromised metabolic health.                              Obesity, August 2025

Diet: Shift Work Linked to Poor Diet Habits. Past studies have linked shift work with unhealthy habits that raise risk for poor health outcomes. In an analysis of data from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, shift workers were more likely to skip breakfast and consume fewer fresh fruits, non-pickled vegetables, and protein-rich foods than day workers. These findings suggest that interventions targeting
these dietary behaviors could help protect shift workers’ cardiometabolic health.
Journal of Occupational Health, September 2025

Exercise: Daily Steps to Help Control Asthma. While exercise is known to benefit people with asthma, it has been unclear how much physical activity is needed for meaningful clinical improvement. In a study of 55 physically inactive asthma patients, researchers observed that an additional 1,400 steps per day—roughly eight minutes of moderate-to-vigorous activity—is the minimum increase needed to achieve measurable
improvements in symptoms and quality of life. ERJ Open Research, September 2025
Chiropractic: Headaches Are a Common Reason Patients Seek Chiropractic Care. An analysis of 20 days of visit data from 695 Danish chiropractors found that 12% of all new patient consultations involved headaches, with half of those cases presenting headache as the primary reason for seeking care. Previous studies suggest that chiropractic treatment can reduce the intensity, frequency, and duration of several headache types,
including cervicogenic, tension-type, and migraine headaches.                                            Cephalalgia, August 2025

Mental Attitude: Acute and Chronic Stress Affect Mood Differently. A recent animal study found that acute stress triggers anxiety-like behaviors in rats, while chronic stress is associated with depressive symptoms. The findings suggest that future research may need to distinguish between acute and chronic stress when investigating the effects of stress on mood disorders.                                                                                            Behavioral Brain Research, August 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Even Light Drinking Linked to Liver Damage. Using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys, researchers found that even low levels of regular alcohol consumption are linked to an increased risk of alcohol-related liver death compared with abstinence. A healthy diet and exercise
mitigate much of this excess risk, but do not appear to fully eliminate it.                                Journal of Hepatology, August 2025

Quote: “A man is as old as his arteries.” ~ Thomas Sydenham

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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

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Health Alert: Metabolic Syndrome Linked to Parkinson’s Disease. An analysis of data concerning more than 467,000 adults found that metabolic syndrome—a cluster of conditions including excess abdominal fat, high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, and abnormal cholesterol—may increase the risk of Parkinson’s disease by up to 40%, especially for those with genetic risk factors for the condition.                                Neurology, August 2025

Diet: Red Meat Gut Byproduct Linked to More Severe Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms. Researchers from the Cleveland Clinic report that elevated serum levels of trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO)—a gut-derived byproduct of digesting red meat and other animal products—are linked to faster progression and greater severity of abdominal aortic aneurysms. The findings suggest that dietary strategies may play a role in vascular disease management.                                                                                              JAMA Cardiology, August 2025

Exercise: Physical Inactivity Linked to Irregular Heartbeat Risk in Middle Age. A recent study found that middle-aged adults with low cardiorespiratory fitness have a 52% higher risk of developing cardiac arrhythmias—including supraventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, and ventricular tachycardia—than their physically active peers. The findings highlight the importance of maintaining lifelong physical fitness as part of a heart-healthy lifestyle.                                                                                            European Society of Cardiology, August 2025

Chiropractic: Neck-Focused Treatment Eases TMD Pain. A meta-analysis of fourteen randomized controlled trials found that combining manipulative therapies with therapeutic exercises—an approach commonly used by chiropractors—to address cervical dysfunction in patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) can significantly reduce jaw pain and improve maximum mouth opening.
Journal of Stomatology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, August 2025

Mental Attitude: Sensitive People Are More Vulnerable to Mood Disorders. New research suggests that people who are considered highly sensitive—meaning they react more strongly to environmental and emotional stimuli—are at elevated risk for mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and agoraphobia.                                                                                                                      Clinical Psychological Science, August 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Prepare for Hurricane Season. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reminds residents of areas along the gulf and eastern seaboard that hurricane season runs through the end of November. Experts recommend preparing ahead of time with an emergency kit stocked with water, nonperishable food, medications, flashlights, batteries, and important documents like identification, insurance policies, medical records, and property deeds.                                              Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, July 2025

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Health Alert: Kidney Stones May Signal Elevated Heart Attack Risk. Using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, researchers report that patients with a history of kidney stones had 88% higher odds of reporting a prior myocardial infarction than adults without kidney stones. The finding suggests the two conditions may share overlapping risk factors, and individuals with kidney stones may benefit from a comprehensive cardiovascular risk assessment.                                        PLOS One, September 2025 

Diet: The Brain May Be Responsible for Treatment-Resistant Hypertension. McGill University researchers have observed that a high-salt diet may activate immune cells in the brain, triggering inflammation and the release of vasopressin, a hormone linked to increased blood pressure. It’s hoped this finding could shed light on why nearly a third of patients with high blood pressure do not respond to standard treatment approaches.
Neuron, August 2025

Exercise: Spreading Out Exercise May Benefit Blood Sugar Management. A literature review that included 27 systematic reviews found that breaking up physical activity into short sessions (less than 10 minutes) multiple times a day may be more effective for acute glycemic control than a single continuous exercise session each day. Journal of Sport and Health Science, September 2025

Chiropractic: Why Some Older Adults Respond More Slowly to Chiropractic Care. While chiropractic care can effectively manage many musculoskeletal disorders—including low back pain—some older patients recover more slowly than others. A recent study found that age itself is not a determining factor; rather, older adults are more likely to present with characteristics linked to delayed recovery, such as higher baseline
disability, musculoskeletal comorbidities, poorer self-rated health, and depression.
Chiropractic & Manual Therapies, July 2025

Mental Attitude: College Students with Autism at Greater Risk for Mood Disorders. The transition to college life may take a greater mental toll on students with autism spectrum disorder. A recent study found that autistic students are nearly seven times more likely to report anxiety and six times more likely to experience depression than their neurotypical peers.                                                                                              Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, August 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Key Strategies for Well-Being in Young Adults. A study that pooled datasets from the United States, United Kingdom, and New Zealand found that poor sleep quality may be the biggest predictor of well-being among young adults, followed by adequate fruit and vegetable intake and regular exercise.
PLOS One, September 2025

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Health Alert: Diabetes Worsens Dementia Risk in Heart Attack Survivors. Utilizing the Korean National Health Insurance Database, researchers report that myocardial infarction survivors with a five-plus year history of type 2 diabetes had a 52% higher risk for dementia diagnosis in the following decade than their normoglycemic peers.                                                                                                                                                  Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome, July 2025

Diet: Diet May Influence COPD Risk. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic lung disease that makes breathing difficult, and it is a leading cause of death in the United States. An analysis of data concerning more than 8,200 middle-aged and older adults revealed an association between a diet rich in vegetables, fruits, meat, and fish and a lower risk for COPD.                                                                          Clinical Nutrition Research, July 2025

Exercise: Weekend Warrior Workouts Reduce Diabetics’ Risk of Death from Heart Disease. The weekend warrior exercise pattern is characterized by achieving 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity a week in just one or two days. A recent study found that weekend warrior diabetics have a 33% lower risk of death from heart disease than their sedentary peers. Further, the evidence suggests that weekend warriors may even be less likely to die from heart disease than diabetes patients who spread out their physical activity more evenly over the week.                                                  Annals of Internal Medicine, July 2025

Chiropractic: Joint Mobilization Helps to Strengthen Spine Stabilizing Muscles. Atrophy of the transverse abdominis and lumbar multifidus muscles is common in patients with chronic low back pain and can contribute to ongoing pain and disability. A recent study found that patients treated with joint mobilization therapy—a
technique provided by chiropractors—experienced significant increases in the thickness of these muscles, suggesting improved lumbar spine stability.                                                  Journal of Clinical Medicine, April 2025

Mental Attitude: Premature Menopause Linked to Higher Depression Risk. New research suggests that women who experience premature menopause (before age 40) are at elevated risk for depression. Interestingly, the data show that hormone therapy does not reduce depression risk in this group.                                          Menopause, December 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Poor Oral Health Linked to Chronic Health Problems. Researchers at Fujita Health University monitored 118 adults over two years and identified an association between poor oral health and an increased risk for chronic illnesses including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and kidney dysfunction. Lead author
Dr. Mitsuyoshi Yoshida writes, “Overall, our results suggest that a decline in oral function can be a risk factor for lifestyle-related diseases. Thus, maintaining good oral health is the first step in maintaining overall health.”
Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, April 2025

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