Neck Disorder May Worsen Jaw Pain and Function
Examinations of temporomandibular (TMD) patients revealed that those with restricted cervical range of motion experienced more severe TMDrelated pain and disability than TMD patients with normal cervical range of motion. The findings suggest that dysfunction in the cervical spine may play a role in TMD and treatment to restore normal motion in the neck—such as chiropractic care—may be necessary to achieve a successful outcome. Cranio, July 2022
Many THC-Free CBD Products Contain THC
Tetrahydrocannobinol (THC) is a chemical in marijuana that causes intoxication. An analysis of 80 different readily available THC-free cannabidiol (CBD) products found that about 60% of these products did contain THC. The researchers note that most contained only trace amounts of THC, but these amounts can accumulate in the body and be detected by a drug test. The Partnership to End Addiction in New York City adds, “Consumers deserve accurate marketing claims and if they choose to buy CBD, to know exactly what's in the product… It's been like the Wild West for quite some time as CBD products proliferate, advertised for numerous maladies without research to substantiate it and without oversight on quality control.” Drug and Alcohol Dependence, June 2022
Use Salt Less?
Using data from the UK Biobank study, researchers report that individuals who nearly always add salt to their food may live two fewer years than those who rarely/never add salt to their meals. The findings suggest that using herbs or spicy to flavor food, in lieu of salt, may increase one’s longevity.
European Heart Journal, July 2022
Just 10 Minutes…
Following a review of data from the Atlantic Partnership for Tomorrow's Health study, researchers estimate that replacing just ten minutes a day of sedentary activity with exercise of any intensity can have a positive benefit on one’s waistline. Cancer Causes & Control, August 2022
Nearly Half of Seniors Have Had Ageist Experiences
Questionnaires completed by more than 2,000 older adults revealed that 45% had a personal experience in which someone assumed they had
difficulty with using technology or with their vision, hearing, or memory due to their age. JAMA Network Open, June 2022
Low Vitamin D Linked to Miscarriage?
An analysis of data from ten studies identified an association between vitamin D deficiency/insufficiency and a 60% increased risk of miscarriage. Future studies may investigate if improving vitamin D status in women at risk for miscarriage may improve their chances for a successful pregnancy. Fertility & Sterility, July 2022
“Dig your well before you're thirsty.” ~ Seth Godin
This information should not be substituted for medical or chiropractic advice. Any and all health care concerns, decisions, and actions must be done through the advice and counsel of a health care professional who is familiar with your updated medical history.
