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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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Health Alert: Urgent Care Clinics Often Prescribe Unwarranted Medications. An analysis of more than 22.4 million urgent care visits between 2018 and 2022 found widespread inappropriate prescribing of antibiotics for ear infections, urinary symptoms, and bronchitis; steroids for sinus and upper respiratory infections; and opioids for muscle, abdominal, and sprain-related pain. Health experts warn that such practices could drive antibiotic resistance and opioid abuse.                                          Annals of Internal Medicine, July 2025

Diet: Foods with Important Vitamins. Adequate vitamin intake is important for a healthy lifestyle. While supplements can help, getting vitamins from whole foods is often more beneficial. Vitamin A is found in eggs, oily fish, and colorful vegetables like carrots; B vitamins are in meat, dairy, beans, and leafy greens; vitamin C is abundant in citrus fruits; vitamin D is produced in the body through sunlight and is also found in oily fish and eggs; vitamin E is in nuts and seeds; and vitamin K comes from leafy greens.          The Conversation, July 2025

Exercise: Lift Weights! Among a group of 160 older women, researchers observed that those who participated in a twelve-week resistance training intervention experienced notable improvements in subjective sleep quality, mental health, cognitive function, and functional capacity.                                                                                  Psychology of Sport and Exercise, August 2025

Chiropractic: Mid-Back Adjustments May Help Patients with Shoulder Pain. Subacromial impingement syndrome (SIS) occurs when the rotator cuff tendons become inflamed or irritated as they pass through the subacromial space, which can lead to pain, weakness, and reduced range of motion in the shoulder. A systematic review and meta-analysis that included 10 randomized clinical trials found that applying manual
therapies to the thoracic spine—such as manipulation and mobilization delivered by chiropractors—may provide significant improvement in SIS-related pain, disability, and range of motion.
Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, July 2025

Mental Attitude: Few Schools Screen Students for Mood Disorders. A survey of 1,000 school principals found that due to barriers such as limited resources, lack of staff training, and concerns about increased workload, only 31% of schools conduct screenings of students for mental health issues, including depression and anxiety. JAMA Network Open, July 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Digital Intervention Reduces Childhood Obesity Risk. Researchers from Johns Hopkins University report that providing parents with ongoing education on healthy feeding and activity habits for their child in the first two years of life via interactive text messages and a digital dashboard could cut the rate of childhood obesity nearly in half, from 13% to 7%.                                                                                  JAMA Pediatrics, July 2025

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Health Alert: Household Mold Can Trigger Lung Disease. Hypersensitivity pneumonitis is an immune mediated inflammatory lung disease caused by repeated inhalation of environmental antigens. In a review of 231 cases, 23% were linked to household mold exposure—often associated with water damage in bathrooms
and air conditioning units—and patients experienced noticeable improvements in lung function once the mold source was addressed.                                                                      PLOS One, July 2025

Diet: Global Fruit and Veggie Intake Still Low… Despite increases in global per capita consumption of fruit and vegetables since 1990, inadequate produce intake continues to fall below recommended levels and contributes to roughly 2.5 million deaths each year, mostly from cardiovascular disease.
BMC Medicine, August 2025

Exercise: Walk 7,000 Steps a Day. Following an analysis of data from 57 studies, researchers from University of Sydney report that averaging 7,000 steps a day is associated with a 47% reduced risk of premature death, as well as significant reductions in the risk of dementia, depression, and cardiovascular disease.
The Lancet Public Health, July 2025

Chiropractic: Hamstring Tightness and Low Back Pain. Hamstring tightness and its effect on lumbopelvic alignment are often observed in patients with low back pain. A recent study of 100 young adults with low back pain and hamstring tightness reported that applying manual traction to the leg throughout its range of motion
produced significant improvements in pain and mobility within just three treatments. Doctors of chiropractic are well-versed in a variety of hands-on techniques for managing musculoskeletal disorders, including low back pain associated with hamstring tightness. Cureus, March 2025

Mental Attitude: Widowhood Loneliness Persists Despite Adult Children. A study that monitored 5,600 older adults over several years found that losing a spouse is associated with elevated levels of social and emotional loneliness that can continue for nearly a decade, even if adult children are highly involved in their lives.                                Aging & Mental Health, July 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Four Tools for a Sharper Brain. Some degree of cognitive decline is often expected with age; however, research suggests it may not be entirely beyond our control. In a study of more than 2,100 older adults, participants who regularly exercised, ate a healthy diet, stayed socially connected, and engaged in
brain training showed improvements on cognitive tests consistent with a younger brain age compared to their baseline results.                                                                                      Journal of the American Medical Association, July 2025

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Health Alert: Many Young Vapers Potentially Making Dangerous Modifications to Their Device. A survey of nearly 2,400 teen and young adult e-cigarette users revealed that 4 in 5 have modified their device— such as swapping batteries, altering heating coils, and adding substances like marijuana or custom e-liquids—in a manner that can increase the risk of burns, explosions, and exposure to harmful toxins such as heavy metals.
Scientific Reports, July 2025

Diet: Healthy Diet Slows Multimorbidity in Seniors. A study that monitored more than 2,400 older adults for 15 years found that participants who consumed an anti-inflammatory diet pattern—which may include a high intake of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and unsaturated fats, and a reduced intake of sweets and red and processed meats—were less likely to develop multiple chronic diseases than those with a less healthy, inflammatory diet.                                                                                                      Nature Aging, June 2025

Exercise: Faster Walking Speed Benefits Longevity. An analysis of data concerning nearly 80,000 adults revealed that a brisk walking pace is associated with better cardiovascular health and subsequently a lower risk of premature death. American Journal of Preventive Medicine, July 2025

Chiropractic: Managing Rotator Cuff-Related Shoulder Pain. For patients with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain, a recent systematic review concluded that a multi-modal approach that includes manual therapies and shoulder-specific exercises is the most effective non-invasive treatment approach for improving pain and function. Journal of Clinical Medicine, July 2025

Mental Attitude: Heavy Grief Nearly Doubles Surviving Spouse’s Risk of Early Death. Among a group of 1,700 older adults who lost a spouse, researchers observed that intense, persistent grief is associated with an 88% increased mortality risk within a decade. The findings suggest that newly widowed adults, particularly those with prior psychiatric vulnerability, may benefit from more comprehensive interventions to support grief management and reduce related health risks.                                                  Frontiers in Public Health, July 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Polyphenols May Protect Against Leading Cause of Vision Loss. Polyphenols are plant-derived compounds with potent antioxidant properties found abundantly in fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices. Research suggests that polyphenols such as resveratrol, curcumin, quercetin, and EGCG
(epigallocatechin gallate) can inhibit several pathways involved in the progression of age-related macular degeneration, and a polyphenol-rich diet may help protect eye health.
Molecular Nutrition and Food Research, August 2025

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Health Alert: Three Lifestyle Traits for Better Metabolic Health. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions—obesity, high blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol, impaired metabolic function, and excessive waist circumference—that occur together and increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. An analysis of data from 52,516 adults found that walking for at least one hour a day, regularly eating breakfast, and avoiding eating within two hours before bedtime were each associated with a 12% to 26% lower risk of metabolic syndrome.                                              Preventative Medicine Reports, August 2025

Diet: Eggs Likely Won’t Raise Cholesterol Levels. University of South Australia researchers report that although eggs are high in cholesterol, eating two per day does not raise low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or bad) cholesterol levels. In contrast, a high intake of saturated fat does increase LDL cholesterol.
American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, July 2025

Exercise: Physical Activity May Protect Against Musculoskeletal Pain. Using data from the Copenhagen City Heart Study, researchers found that engaging in higher levels of leisure time physical activity is associated with both a lower risk for persistent musculoskeletal pain and pain in multiple body sites.
Scientific Reports, July 2025

Chiropractic: Hip Mobility May Contribute to Back-Related Disability. In a study of 1,239 chronic low back pain patients, researchers found that those with limited hip mobility reported greater back-related disability—even when lower back mobility was unaffected. The findings underscore the importance of a holistic approach to managing musculoskeletal disorders, as factors beyond the area of chief complaint may
contribute to the condition and must be addressed for optimal outcomes.                European Spine Journal, June 2025

Mental Attitude: Playing an Instrument May Keep the Brain Young. According to a recent study, individuals who play an instrument have more youthful brains and are better at understanding speech in noisy environments than their non-musician peers. The finding suggests that playing an instrument helps the brain
better adapt to aging.                                                                                                                  PLOS, July 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Malnutrition Dramatically Increases Sarcopenia Risk. Sarcopenia is a condition characterized by the age-related loss of skeletal muscle mass, affecting approximately 12% of older adults. A study that included 1,344 elderly adults found that more than 40% either had confirmed sarcopenia or likely had
sarcopenia. Further analysis revealed that malnutrition nearly triples the risk of sarcopenia while a diet featuring animal protein, fruit, vegetables, and dairy products lowers the risk.                                                                                                                            Health Science Reports, July 2025

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Health Alert: Type 2 Diabetics at Elevated Fall Risk. Examinations of 66 type 2 diabetics and 66 age-matched non-diabetic adults revealed that diabetics are more likely to exhibit proprioception errors and postural instability in the lower extremities, which can increase the risk for serious falls. The research team notes the type 2 diabetics with
poor glycemic control and/or peripheral neuropathy experienced the greatest sensorimotor deficits.
Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, June 2025

Diet: Lower-Sodium DASH Diet Can Help Manage High Blood Pressure in Type 2 Diabetics. The DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) is an eating plan rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy designed to lower blood pressure and promote heart health. A recent study found that a low sodium version of the DASH diet to accommodate diabetes and kidney disease concerns reduced systolic blood pressure in hypertensive type 2 diabetics by 5 mmHg—a reduction associated with meaningful decreases in stroke, cardiovascular events, and heart failure risk.                                                                                                                        JAMA Internal Medicine, June 2025

Exercise: Tips for Safer Outdoor Workouts. While exercise outdoors has been shown to provide both physical and mental health benefits, it’s not without risk. To more safely engage in physical activity on the streets or in more natural settings, experts recommend gradually increasing duration and intensity, stretching, wearing proper footwear, staying visible, paying attention, and listening to your body.                        Health & Wellness Journal, June 2025

Chiropractic: Trends in Modifiable Risk Factors for Low Back Pain. Over the last 30 years, the burden of low back pain attributed to smoking has declined and has nearly been eclipsed by poor metabolic health. However, occupational exposures continue to be a leading cause of low back pain-related disability.
Arthritis Care & Research (Hoboken), March 2025

Mental Attitude: Teen Night Owls More Likely to Be Impulsive. Among 210 teenagers, researchers found that those who preferred late bedtimes were more likely to display impulsive and self-destructive behaviors. Since these traits are linked to a higher risk of substance abuse, the findings suggest that encouraging healthier sleep habits in
adolescents may help reduce alcohol and drug use in this population.
American Academy of Sleep Medicine, June 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Fitness Trackers May Be Less Accurate for Some Body Types. Researchers at Northwestern University report that calorie-burn estimates are often less accurate for overweight and obese individuals due to differences in gait and body mechanics. The good news: with a few adjustments, app and device
makers can update their algorithms to better reflect the energy expenditure of a more diverse user base.
Scientific Reports, June 2025

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Health Alert: Only About 1 in 5 Middle-Aged Women Have a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle. The American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential 8 is a set of health-related behaviors and clinical measures—including not smoking, good sleep hygiene, maintaining a healthy weight, a nutritious diet, regular physical activity, and healthy levels of blood glucose, cholesterol, and blood pressure—that are linked to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. An analysis of data concerning nearly 3,000 middle-aged women revealed that only 21% routinely meet the Essential 8 criteria, suggesting there is ample opportunity to improve the cardiovascular health of women at midlife.
Menopause, July 2025

Diet: Is the Mediterranean Diet Linked to Lower Risk of Mood Disorders? The Mediterranean diet is an eating pattern focused on fruit, vegetables, nuts, fish, olive oil, and whole grains while avoiding red and processed meats, dairy, saturated fats, and refined sugars. Questionnaires completed by 400 older adults revealed that greater
adherence to the Mediterranean diet is associated with a lower risk of depression and anxiety.
Aging & Mental Health, June 2025

Exercise: Overall Fitness May Preserve Cognitive Abilities. A systematic review that included 19 studies concluded that overall physical fitness may delay or even prevent the onset of mild-cognitive impairment. The findings add to a growing body of research linking physical and cognitive health.
European Review of Aging and Physical Activity, June 2025

Chiropractic: Lifestyle Risk Factors for Low Back Pain in Teens. A comparison of 80 adolescents with low back pain and 80 without revealed that physical inactivity, poor posture while completing homework, and prolonged computer use are each associated with an elevated risk for low back pain.
Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies, June 2025

Mental Attitude: Positive Outlook May Protect Cognitive Health. Assessments completed by more than 10,000 middle-aged and older adults revealed that greater feelings of autonomy, purpose, and life satisfaction are linked with better memory recall over a 16-year time frame.                                                                                                              Aging & Mental Health, June 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Keep Middle-Age Spread at Bay. Between their 20s and 40s, the average American may gain between 10-25 lbs. due to factors such as slowing metabolism, unchanged appetite, and declining muscle mass—a phenomenon known as middle-age spread. To counter this trend, the National Institutes of Health recommends the following: eat a nutrient-dense diet, avoid snacking, stay hydrated, avoid excessive alcohol consumption, don’t smoke, get sufficient sleep, and stay active.                                  National Institutes of Health, June 2025

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Health Alert: In Utero Toxin Exposure Linked to Lower Birthweight. Mycoestrogens are naturally occurring, estrogen-like compounds produced by certain fungi that may be ingested through contaminated cereals and grains. In a recent study, researchers observed that exposure to the mycoestrogen zearalenone among expectant mothers who also carry a gene variant called ABCG2 Q141K resulted in an increased risk of low birthweight. The findings highlight how genetics and environmental exposures may jointly affect fetal development.
Environmental Health Perspectives, March 2025

Diet: Low-Fiber Diet May Lead to Unstable Plaques in Arteries. An analysis of data concerning more than 24,000 adults revealed an association between low-fiber intake and an increased risk of unstable plaque in the coronary arteries, which is linked to an elevated risk of heart attack.                                                                            Cardiovascular Research, June 2025

Exercise: Everyday Biking May Promote Healthy Brain Aging. Using data from the UK Biobank study, researchers report that adults who primarily travel by bicycle have a 19% lower risk of dementia and a 22% lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease—with the greatest risk reduction in those with genetic risk factors for Alzheimer’s. The
research team hypothesizes that the combination of physical activity and balance requirements required to cycle may stimulate the brain more than other forms of transportation like walking, driving, or using public transportation.
JAMA Network Open, June 2025

Chiropractic: Forward Head Posture Makes Balancing More Taxing on the Brain. Forward head posture is a postural misalignment in which the head protrudes in front of the body’s center of gravity, increasing strain on the neck and upper back muscles. Examinations of 64 adults under age 25 revealed the brain must expend more cortical resources to maintain stability when forward head posture is present—especially during more physically demanding balance tasks.                                                                Scientific Reports, July 2025

Mental Attitude: Sedentary Behavior Linked to Depression in Older Teens. A systematic review that included 25 studies revealed a link between more time spent engaged in sedentary behaviors and up to a 69% increased risk of depression in late adolescents.                                                                                                                                    BMC Public Health, July 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Early Pregnancy Blood Test May Predict Preeclampsia Risk. Preeclampsia is a pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure that can cause serious health problems if left untreated. According to a recent study, blood samples collected during early pregnancy may show signs of cell-free RNA that indicate an increased risk of preeclampsia up to 18 weeks in advance. The finding may pave the way for a blood test to identify expectant mothers at risk for the condition.                                                                                                                                                Human Reproduction, June 2025

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Health Alert: Women Who Work Night Shift May Be at Elevated Risk of Asthma. Using data from the UK Biobank study, researchers report that women who routinely work nights have a 50% increased risk of asthma. Interestingly, the risk is even greater for postmenopausal women not on hormone replacement therapy, suggesting
the underlying cause may be hormonal in nature. The research team did not observe a link between night shifts and asthma in men.                                                                              ERJ Open Research, June 2025

Diet: Ultra-Processed Food Intake in Early Adulthood May Raise Diabetes Risk. Altered glucose homeostasis refers to a disruption in the body’s ability to maintain stable blood sugar levels, often involving impaired insulin production, insulin resistance, or abnormal glucose metabolism—which can set the stage for type 2 diabetes. An
analysis of data from the Meta-AIR study revealed that a high intake of ultra-processed foods is associated with altered glucose homeostasis in early adulthood. The findings are especially alarming as ultra-processed foods account for the majority of calories in the average young adult’s diet.                                                                                                    Research Square, July 2025               

Exercise: Fitness May Protect Against Depression. An analysis of data pooled from national cohort studies in the United States and United Kingdom revealed that depression affects about 22% of the population, and higher cardiorespiratory fitness is associated with a reduced risk for the mood disorder.                                                                BMC Medicine, July 2025

Chiropractic: Buttock Pain May Be a Symptom of Lumbar Disk Herniation. Examinations of 321 disk herniation patients revealed that buttock pain is a common and independent symptom affecting three out of four such individuals—particularly those with contained herniations and an intact annulus.
Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine, March 2025

Mental Attitude: Frequent Nightmares May Increase Risk of Premature Death. Telomeres are protective DNA sequences at the ends of chromosomes that shorten with each cell division, acting as a biological clock that contributes to cellular and overall aging. A recent study found that individuals who experience recurring nightmares show accelerated telomere shortening, likely driven by elevated cortisol levels released in response to stress inducing dreams. This faster cellular aging is linked to a higher risk of chronic diseases at younger ages and may increase the likelihood of premature death.                                                                                                                  European Academy of Neurology, June 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Locomotive Syndrome Linked to Metabolic Syndrome. Locomotive syndrome is a condition characterized by reduced mobility due to impaired musculoskeletal function. A study that included 4,301 middle-aged and older adults revealed that locomotive syndrome raises the risk of metabolic syndrome by up to 34%. The findings suggest that efforts to reduce the incidence of musculoskeletal disorders may also benefit the metabolic health of the population.                                                             Preventative Medicine, June 2025

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Health Alert: About One-in-Nine Seniors Suffer a Fall Each Year. Among a group of nearly 3,000 older adults, researchers observed that 12% had experienced at least one fall during the previous year, and one-in-seven fall episodes resulted in a fracture, most often the wrist, knee, or hip. A review of mortality data revealed falls are
associated with a 65% increased risk of death within the following five years.
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology, June 2025

Diet: Tea and Dark Chocolate May Help Lower Blood Pressure. Flavanols are natural compounds found in fruit, tea, and chocolate that help plants defend against pests, fungal infections, and ultraviolet radiation. A meta-analysis of data from 145 randomized clinical trials revealed that a high intake of flavanols is associated with enhanced endothelial function, benefiting blood pressure and cardiovascular health.
European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, May 2025

Exercise: Women’s Physical Activity is More Consistent Than Men’s. An analysis of six months of data collected from nearly 600 adults revealed that women have less variability in their physical activity levels than men. Interestingly, the data also show that menstrual cycles do not significantly affect a woman’s physical activity levels,
contrary to long-standing assumptions.                                                                              Journal of Medical Internet Research, May 2025

Chiropractic: Hunched Posture Raises Neck Pain Risk in Low Back Pain Patients. Compared with a normal seated posture, working at a desk in a hunched posture for just 30 minutes significantly increased fatigue in the sternocleidomastoid neck muscle among individuals with chronic low back pain, potentially raising their risk of developing co-occurring neck pain.                                                                            Biotechnology and Applied Biochemistry, February 2025

Mental Attitude: Early-Life Risk Factors for Dementia. Using data from the UK Biobank study, researchers report that several early-life factors are associated with an increased risk of dementia, including maternal smoking during the perinatal period, below-average height at age ten, low or high birth weight, and childhood physical
neglect.                                                                                                                                        Journal of Affective Disorders, June 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Affordable Blood Test May Detect Alzheimer’s Early. Researchers at the University of Southern California have developed a low-cost blood test that detects five proteins associated with Alzheimer’s disease. In a study involving 63 participants, the test accurately distinguished individuals with Alzheimer’s from
those without the condition. With further refinement and validation, the test could improve early screening— potentially identifying the disease before symptoms appear—allowing for earlier intervention and preventative strategies.                                          Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, May 2025

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