Weekly Health Update

Week of: Monday, September 30th, 2019

Courtesy of:
Joseph Baratta, D.C.
2815 Mitchell Dr. #101
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 930-9522

“We first make our habits, and then our habits make us.”
~ John Dryden

Mental Attitude: Too Much TV/Social Media Increases Depression Risk for Teens.
New research that looked at the mental health status of 4,000 Canadian teenagers suggests that adolescents who spend an above-average amount of time on either social media or watching TV are more likely to experience depressive symptoms.
JAMA Pediatrics, July 2019

Health Alert: Improving Good Cholesterol Levels May Reduce Diabetes Risk.
When it comes to reducing the risk for type 2 diabetes, the results of a new study suggest that individuals should also pay attention to their high-density lipoprotein (HDL or the “good” cholesterol) levels. In particular, a review of five years of data concerning 5 million adults found that individuals with low HDL cholesterol readings had up to a 20% increased risk for type 2 diabetes.
Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, August 2019

Diet: Tart Cherry Juice Is Good for the Brain.
According to a new study involving 34 seniors, participants who drank 16oz of tart cherry juice daily for twelve weeks experienced improvements related to both cognitive function and subjective memory. Lead author Dr. Sheau Ching Chai writes, “The potential beneficial effects of tart cherries may be related to the bioactive compounds they possess, which include polyphenols, anthocyanins and melanin. They may also be related to tart cherry’s potential blood-pressure lowering effects, outlined in a previous study we conducted in the same population, as blood pressure can influence blood flow to the brain.”
Food & Function, July 2019

Exercise: Kids with More Friends Are More Active.
Among a sample of about 200 Canadian middle-school students, researchers observed that kids with more friends tended to be more physically active.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, August 2019

Chiropractic: Headache and Low Back Pain Linked?
A review of data from several studies, including one that included over 400,000 participants, found that individuals with persistent low back pain have an elevated risk for primary headache disorders. Both conditions are commonly treated in chiropractic offices, often with spinal manipulation, exercises, and nutritional recommendations.
Journal of Headache and Pain, July 2019

Wellness/Prevention: Relaxation Techniques to Reduce Stress.
Stress is a normal part of life, but long-term stress can lead to digestive issue, headaches, sleep disorders, and other health issues. The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health notes that relaxation techniques can help release tension and reduce stress. Recommended relaxation techniques include the following: deep breathing, guided imagery, progressive relaxation, meditation, and yoga.
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, July 2019

Week of: Monday, June 3rd, 2019

Courtesy of:
Joseph Baratta, D.C.
2815 Mitchell Dr. #101
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 930-9522

“The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love.”
~ Hubert H. Humphrey

Mental Attitude: Teens with ADHD May Be Higher-Risk Drivers…
After reviewing the health records and driving history of 14,936 men and women born between 1987 and 1997, researchers report that as teenagers, individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) were more likely to be cited for moving violations or be in a car accident. Additionally, the adolescents in the study with ADHD were also more likely to be in a motor vehicle collision that involved alcohol use.
Pediatrics, May 2019

Health Alert: Vitamin D Associated with Statin-Related Musculoskeletal Pain?
Musculoskeletal (MSK) pain is a common side effect associated with statin use. In a recent study that compared patients on statins with and without MSK pain, researchers observed that those with MSK pain were nearly four times more likely to have deficient vitamin D levels. The results suggest that improving the vitamin D levels of patients on statin therapy may reduce their risk for statin-related MSK pain.
Disease Markers, March 2019

Diet: Eat Walnuts?
The results of a recent study that involved 45 overweight/obese adults suggest that adding walnuts to one’s diet can result in lower central blood pressure, which may reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease.
Journal of the American Heart Association, April 2019

Exercise: Walking Helps Your Gut Bacteria!
Past research has associated a healthy gut bacteria population with greater immune function, better nervous system function, and a reduced risk for several chronic diseases and cancers. In this study, researchers observed that normally sedentary seniors who participated in a brisk walking program for twelve weeks experienced an improvement in their intestinal microbiota.
Nutrients, April 2019

Chiropractic: Neck Pain May Lead to Mid-Back Pain.
In this study, researchers observed that after inducing neck pain, participants experienced a reduction in mid-back stability. The findings suggest that pain in one area of the spine can affect stability in other spinal regions, which may increase the risk for the development of pain in those areas as well. This underscores the importance of examining the whole patient to identify causes of pain that may exist outside of the affected area; otherwise, the patient may not experience a successful treatment outcome.
Journal of Biomechanics, April 2019

Wellness/Prevention: Smoking Linked to Pancreatic Cancer.
An analysis of data concerning over 350,000 adults over a 13-year time period revealed that current smokers are up to 81% more likely to develop pancreatic cancer than never smokers.
Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, May 2019

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Weekly Health Update

Week of: Monday, June 3rd, 2019

Courtesy of: Joseph Baratta, D.C. 2815 Mitchell Dr. #101 Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (925) 930-9522

“The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love.” ~ Hubert H. Humphrey

Mental Attitude: Teens with ADHD May Be Higher-Risk Drivers…  After reviewing the health records and driving history of 14,936 men and women born between 1987 and 1997, researchers report that as teenagers, individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) were more likely to be cited for moving violations or be in a car accident. Additionally, the adolescents in the study with ADHD were also more likely to be in a motor vehicle collision that involved alcohol use. Pediatrics, May 2019 Health Alert: Vitamin D Associated with Statin-Related Musculoskeletal Pain?  Musculoskeletal (MSK) pain is a common side effect associated with statin use. In a recent study that compared patients on statins with and without MSK pain, researchers observed that those with MSK pain were nearly four times more likely to have deficient vitamin D levels. The results suggest that improving the vitamin D levels of patients on statin therapy may reduce their risk for statin-related MSK pain. Disease Markers, March 2019 Diet: Eat Walnuts?  The results of a recent study that involved 45 overweight/obese adults suggest that adding walnuts to one’s diet can result in lower central blood pressure, which may reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease. Journal of the American Heart Association, April 2019 Exercise: Walking Helps Your Gut Bacteria!  Past research has associated a healthy gut bacteria population with greater immune function, better nervous system function, and a reduced risk for several chronic diseases and cancers. In this study, researchers observed that normally sedentary seniors who participated in a brisk walking program for twelve weeks experienced an improvement in their intestinal microbiota. Nutrients, April 2019 Chiropractic: Neck Pain May Lead to Mid-Back Pain.  In this study, researchers observed that after inducing neck pain, participants experienced a reduction in mid-back stability. The findings suggest that pain in one area of the spine can affect stability in other spinal regions, which may increase the risk for the development of pain in those areas as well. This underscores the importance of examining the whole patient to identify causes of pain that may exist outside of the affected area; otherwise, the patient may not experience a successful treatment outcome. Journal of Biomechanics, April 2019 Wellness/Prevention: Smoking Linked to Pancreatic Cancer.  An analysis of data concerning over 350,000 adults over a 13-year time period revealed that current smokers are up to 81% more likely to develop pancreatic cancer than never smokers. Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, May 2019

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