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Did You Know... Healthy Diet Lowers Risk for Some Cancers. Polish researchers report that women with a diet characterized by a high intake of dairy, fruit, vegetables, whole grains, and fish have a significantly reduced risk for lung and breast cancer when compared with those whose diet is high in processed and fast foods. Advances in Clinical and Experimental Medicine, December 2017

Did You Know... Arm Exercises Improve Walking Ability Following a Stroke. Arm training exercises appear to improve walking ability months and even years after having a stroke. In this study, investigators found that stroke participants who performed 30 minutes of moderate-intensity arm cycling training sessions three times per week for five weeks experienced significant improvements in their walking ability. The researchers explain that the nerves in the arms activate and adapt to improve function of the spinal cord in other areas of the body, including the legs. The results could have a significant impact on stroke rehabilitation. Journal of Neurophysiology, December 2017

Did You Know... Healthy Diet + Exercise Has Synergistic Effect on Weight Loss. While adopting an exercise program or switching to a healthier diet can increase one’s chances for weight loss by about 500-700%, a new study involving 1,488 New Zealanders found that both starting an exercise routine and eating a healthy diet can boost one’s odds for losing weight by over 1,700%! BMC Public Health, February 2018

Did You Know... Vitamin B-3 May Help Treat Alzheimer's. A variant of vitamin B-3 called nicotinamide riboside (NR) may soon be a viable treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. A recent study explored the effects of NR supplementation on mice genetically engineered to develop the neurodegenerative disorder. After three months of supplementation, the mice had less of the protein tau in the brain, less DNA damage, and more neuroplasticity than mice in a control group that was not provided with NR. Lead researcher Dr. Vilhelm A. Bohr writes, We are encouraged by these findings that see an effect in this Alzheimer's disease model We are looking forward to further testing of how NR or similar compounds might be pursued for their possible therapeutic benefit for people with dementia. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, February 2018

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Did You Know... Tweaks to Physical Education Program May Help Students Live a Healthier Life in Adulthood. Compared with children who participated in a typical physical education program, students who engaged in a year-long class focused on ball games, gymnastics, and body weight exercises achieved greater gains in regard to bone density, muscular strength, and balance. The findings suggest that schools should incorporate these exercises into their physical education curriculum in an effort to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders when these children enter adulthood. British Journal of Sports, February 2018

Did You Know... Pets May Help Battle Mental Illness. Our animal companions may not replace treatment for mental health conditions, but the available research suggests they can provide significant benefits. A review of 17 studies found that pets provide comfort, decrease worry, reduce loneliness and isolation, increase physical activity, and provide a distraction from metal health symptoms. Researcher Dr. Helen Louise Brooks writes, The participants included in the review enjoyed keeping their animals and believed that they gained psychological benefits from these relationships. BMC Psychiatry, February 2018

Did You Know... In one study, investigators assigned 100 breast cancer survivors to either a non-exercise group or to a group that performed three one-on-one exercise sessions per week for four months that included resistance training and moderate-intensity aerobic exercise. At the end of the study, those in the exercise group experienced improvements in body composition, blood pressure, and lipid levels, reducing their risk for heart disease the primary cause of death for breast cancer survivors. Journal of Clinical Oncology, January 2018

We Can Help... Older Adult with Cervical Radiculopathy Responds with Chiropractic. A 74-year-old female with a diagnosis of moderate cervical arthritis causing radiculopathy (numbness and tingling) in her left arm presented for chiropractic care. After a course of treatment that involved 15 chiropractic adjustments, she reported a reduction in numbness and tingling in her affected arm as well as an increase in her cervical range of motion. The case study demonstrates the benefits of chiropractic care in the management cervical degenerative conditions with radiculopathy. Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research, January 2018

Did You Know... Risk Factors for Heart Disease You Can Control. Heart disease is the most common cause of death among women in the United States. While some factors, such as age and ethnicity, cannot be changed, there are lifestyle decisions you can make to reduce your risk. The Office on Women’s Health offers the following recommendations: don’t smoke, eat a healthier diet, exercise regularly, consume alcohol in moderation or not at all, and reduce your stress. Office on Women’s Health, February 2018

Did You Know... Curcumin, a common Indian spice, may help improve memory and mood among those with mild, age-related memory loss. In a study involving middle-aged and older adults with memory complaints, those who took 90 mg of curcumin twice per day experienced significant improvements in memory, mood, and attention. Study author Dr. Gary Small writes, These results suggest that taking this relatively safe form of curcumin could provide meaningful cognitive benefits over the years. American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, October 2017

Did You Know... Performing regular skin checks at home can help detect many skin cancers. The American Cancer Society recommends the following when performing a skin check: check your face, ears, neck, chest, and belly while looking into a mirror; women should examine their breasts and surrounding areas; check your arms (including your underarms), the tops and palms of your hands, between your fingers, and your fingernails; sit down to check your thighs, shins, tops of your f...eet, between your toes, and your toenails; use a hand mirror to check the bottoms of your feet, and the backs of your thighs and calves; also use a hand mirror to check your buttocks, genital area, lower and upper back, as well as the back of the neck and ears; and use a comb or hair dryer to part your hair to help evaluate your scalp. The experts add that the best time to perform a check is after a bath or shower, paying special attention to any new or changed moles, blemishes, or birthmarks. American Cancer Society, January 2018 See more