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Wednesday, March 11th
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Mental Attitude: High-Potency Cannabis Linked to Risk of Psychosis. Regularly smoking high-potency cannabis may be
associated with up to a five-fold increased risk of psychosis. Psychosis describes symptoms of mental illness, such as hallucinations
and delusions. These symptoms usually occur along with mental health disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and
depression. Researchers say that the higher levels of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) found in high-potency cannabis have a
detrimental effect on mental health and suggest that avoiding this type of marijuana may prevent about 24% of psychosis cases.
The Lancet Psychiatry, February 2015
Health Alert: Teens Getting Less Sleep. According to new research, the problem of American teens not getting enough sleep
continues to worsen. In 1991, 71% of 15-year-olds reported getting seven of more hours of sleep per night. As of 2012, this percentage
has decreased to 63%. The study shows that at age 13, approximately two-thirds of teens get at least seven hours of sleep a night and
by age 18, that percentage drops to about one-third. Sleep experts have noted that too little sleep increases the risk of weight gain, poor
school performance, depression, and other problems. Pediatrics, March 2015
Diet: Low-Fat, Plant-Based Vegan Diet Appears to Reduce Heart Disease Risk in Obese Minors. Obese children and adolescents
can reduce their risk of heart disease by adopting a low fat, plant-based vegan diet. Participants in a new study ate plants and whole
grains, consumed no added fat or animal products, and limited consumption of avocado/nuts. This resulted in a reduced intake of
animal protein from 42 grams a day to 2.24 grams a day, while their percentage of calories from fat and saturated fat fell to 18% and
3.6%, respectively. The research team found that this diet approach was effective in reducing a number of risk factors for heart disease
such as body mass index and total cholesterol. The Journal of Pediatrics, February 2015
Exercise: Access to Physical Activity Could Reduce Health Costs. New research finds that standardizing access to physical activity
services such as classes or counseling to encourage exercise could help reduce costs associated with a sedentary lifestyle. Past research
has linked lack of physical activity to chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Lead researcher Dr. Cameron
Moore adds, "These services can range from something as informal as an organized walking group, to something as structured as an
aerobics class or counseling session. Physical activity services are certainly part of the broader health promotion picture, but they are
unique in their cost-effectiveness and ability to improve health and well-being for all patients, not just those with a chronic condition."
Applied Physiology, Nutrition and Metabolism, February 2015
Chiropractic: Chef, Writer, & Television Personality Uses Chiropractic! In an interview with Women's Health magazine,
celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis revealed that her "stay-healthy secret" is regular chiropractic care. She said, "I count on
chiropractic sessions to keep my body aligned. Standing for hours can impact my posture, and that can throw the rest of my body out
of whack." Women's Health, April 2012
Wellness/Prevention: Electric Fan Use During Extreme Heat Beneficial. Some public health organizations advise against the use
of electric fans in instances of severe heat. However, a new study demonstrated that electric fans can actually prevent heat-related
elevations in heart rate and core body temperature up to approximately 80% relative humidity at 97°F (~36°C) and 50% relative
humidity at 108°F (~42°C). The authors explain, "Thus, contrary to existing guidance, fans may be effective cooling devices for those
without air conditioning during hot and humid periods. Advice to the public to stop using fans during heat waves may need to be
reevaluated." JAMA, February 2015
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