Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet and Severity of Psoriasis
Published in Dermatology Journal Scan / Research · August 06, 2018 JAMA Dermatology TAKE-HOME MESSAGE The Mediterranean diet has been associated with reduced chronic systemic inflammation and a lower incidence of chronic inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn’s disease. The authors of this study used a Web-based questionnaire to identify 3557 individuals with…
Another Article Says Chocolate Reduces Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
Findings from a recent article suggested chocolate consumption may be related to reduced risk of cardiovascular disease at <100 g/week consumption. That’s about 3 1/2 ounces per week. The also don’t fall into the trap of, “well, if a little bit is good, then a whole lot ought to be even better” perspective! Higher levels…
Does Low Level Laser Treatment Help Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
This article says that low level laser can help carpal tunnel syndrome in the very short term, but the relief doesn’t last. ~ Dr. Broussard Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2017 Jun 16. pii: S0003-9993(17)30391-X. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2017.06.002. [Epub ahead of print] Do Patients With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Benefit From Low-Level Laser Therapy? A Systematic Review of…
Unstable Shoes and Low Back Disability
Unstable shoes like the Masai Barefoot Technique can help to reduce lower back disability and improve range of motion. Effects and underlying mechanisms of unstable shoes on chronic low back pain: a randomized controlled trial Clinical Rehabilitation Juan Francisco Lisón Abstract Objective: To investigate the effects that wearing unstable shoes has on disability, trunk muscle activity,…
Affordable Dental Care
Recently, I was listening to a local radio talk show host who mentioned that he got dental work done for 30% less than the lowest bid for the services here in Lubbock. Plus, he was able to take a trip to Costa Rica, experience fine dining, and his hotel room, and still save at least…
Dizzy When You Stand Up Too Fast?
If you get dizzy when you stand up too fast, you may want to try to drink about 16 ounces of water within 5 minutes. See if this works for you! ~ Dr. Broussard Neurology July 13, 2018ARTICLEOPEN ACCESS The efficacy of nonpharmacologic intervention for orthostatic hypotension associated with aging Julia L. Newton, James Frith…
Canned Foods, Much Better Than Their Reputation: Issues W/ Heavy Metals, Plastics, and Nutrient Losses Revisited
This article is from SuppVersity – Nutrition and Exercise Science for Everyone As a SuppVersity-reader, you will know that frozen vegetables and fruit are much healthier than their reputation would suggest (learn more). In previous articles, I have even pointed out that for some foods, such as spinach, the frozen variety is superior to the “fresh” one…
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American Academy of Pediatrics says some common food additives may pose health risks to children
American Academy of Pediatrics News | July 23, 2018 With growing evidence that some chemicals found in food colorings, preservatives, and packaging materials may harm children’s health, a new American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) policy statement calls for urgently needed reforms to the US food additive regulatory process. According to the statement in the August…
Eat fish for a longer life, study suggests
Medical News Today Published Sunday 22 July 2018 A 16-year study, which dove into the data of almost half a million men and women, concludes that a diet rich in fish predicts a longer life. Consuming fish has long been recommended as part of a nutritious diet. Rich in high-quality proteins, vitamins, and healthful oils,…