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Friday, March 13th
, 2015
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Mental Attitude: Kids Can Suffer from Migraines Too. According to the American Migraine Foundation, about 6% of children and
more than 25% of teens ages 15-17 suffer from migraines. Many factors can contribute to childhood migraines, including too little or
too much sleep and abnormal stress. Children with migraines should be evaluated by a healthcare professional for potential treatment
options. American Migraine Foundation, February 2015
Health Alert: Moldy Homes May Increase Asthma Risk in Young Kids. Children who live in homes with mold or moisture
damage appear to be more likely to develop asthma during their first two years of life or if they have a history of allergies than their
peers who do not live in moldy or moisture damaged homes. Dr. Michael Lewis from the University of Kansas Hospital adds, "This
study isn't surprising but is significant because it supports what many providers have believed regarding mold and water damage, that
it can negatively impact an infant's or toddler's lung health." Pediatrics, March 2015
Diet: Fiber Helps People Lose Weight. A new study indicates that a simple high-fiber diet can help lower blood pressure, reduce
blood sugar, and aid in weight loss. Researchers found that increasing dietary fiber led to a host of other healthy dietary changes,
likely because consuming more high-fiber foods can lead to a decrease in consumption of unhealthy foods that are high in fat and
sugar. Study author Dr. Yunsheng Ma writes, "For people who find it difficult to follow complex dietary recommendations, a simple-
to-follow diet with just one message -- increase your fiber intake -- may be the way to go."
Annals of Internal Medicine, February 2015
Exercise: Moderate Exercise Can Help Women's Hearts. Just a few bouts of moderate exercise each week can reduce a middle-
aged woman’s risk for heart disease, blood clots, and stroke by 20% when compared with women who do little or no exercise.
Moderate exercise examples include walking, gardening, and cycling. Lead author Dr. Miranda Armstrong concludes, "To prevent
heart disease, stroke and blood clots, women don't have to be super athletes or strenuously exercise daily to experience the benefits of
physical activity." Circulation, February 2015
Chiropractic: The Future of Chiropractic Research. While data continues to grow regarding benefits of spinal manipulation for
musculoskeletal conditions such as neck pain and low back pain, a new wave of chiropractors with clinical research training is
investigating the profession's potential to help in areas not typically associated with chiropractic care. Such areas include brain injury,
work disability prevention, undifferentiated chest pain, hip osteoarthritis, and prevention of pain in children and adolescents. Though
case studies and small-scale studies have shown promise, it's hoped that larger and higher quality research in areas beyond the spine
will help doctors of chiropractic better serve both musculoskeletal pain patients with non-musculoskeletal co-occurring/co-morbid
conditions as well as non-musculoskeletal pain patients seeking alternative treatments.
Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association, March 2015
Wellness/Prevention: Mindfulness Helps Seniors Sleep Better. Mindfulness practices encourage individuals to focus their attention
on the present, instead of the past or future, and to take an objective look at their thoughts and emotions. A new study finds that
mindfulness meditation may help older adults get a better night’s sleep. In the study, those who learned mindfulness practices slept
better within six weeks and also showed a greater reduction in depression symptoms and daytime fatigue. Co-author Dr. Adam Spira
writes, "Cognitive behavioral therapy is highly effective… What I found most interesting about this [mindfulness] approach is that it's
a non-drug option, and it's accessible to the community at large." JAMA Internal Medicine, February 2015
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