12/08/2025
DAILY HEALTH UPDATE
Tuesday, August 12th , 2025
Health Alert: Conditions That Raise Risk for Frozen Shoulder. Adhesive capsulitis, also known as frozen shoulder, is described as a painful restriction of the shoulder’s range of motion. Following a literature review, an expert panel found that diabetes, thyroid disease, and dyslipidemia significantly increase an individual’s risk for developing frozen shoulder. Annals of Rehabilitative Medicine, June 2025
Diet: Nighttime Pistachio Snack May Benefit Metabolic Health. Researchers at Pennsylvania State University report that consuming two ounces of pistachios each night can increase the population of certain gut bacteria with anti-inflammatory properties, which may help improve metabolic health. Current Developments in Nutrition, July 2025
Exercise: Does Exercise Really Improve Mental Health? While research suggests that exercise is associated with positive improvements in mental health, a recent literature review found this may only be the case if approached in a positive manner. Individuals who perform physical activity in the face of pressure or criticism are more likely to experience worse mental health outcomes. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, July 2025
Chiropractic: Managing Cervicogenic Dizziness. Cervicogenic dizziness is a condition in which altered proprioceptive input from the cervical spine conflicts with the vestibular and visual systems that normally work together to maintain balance. A systematic review and meta analysis of six randomized controlled trials found that manual therapies—such as those provided by chiropractors—targeting the upper cervical spine may reduce the impact and intensity of symptoms, although some patients might benefit from a more comprehensive, multimodal approach. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, July 2025
Mental Attitude: The Relationship Between Mental Illness and Poor Oral Health. Current research suggests there is a bidirectional relationship between oral and mental health, with conditions like gum disease, tooth decay, and tooth loss elevating the risk for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression, and vice versa. It’s suggested that inflammatory and psychological effects associated with poor oral health may exacerbate mental health symptoms while episodes of poor mental health may lead to lapses in activities like regular brushing and flossing, as well as a higher likelihood of engaging in activities like smoking and drinking that can harm the teeth and gums. The Conversation, July 2025
Wellness/Prevention: Hot Cars Pose Deadly Risk to Children. Each year, nearly 40 small children die from heat stroke due to being left unattended in a car. To prevent these unnecessary deaths, experts urge individuals to avoid intentionally leaving children in the car, even if only for a brief time; create reminders to prevent forgetting a child is in the back seat, such as putting a shoe next to the car seat; and dial 9-1-1 immediately if you see a child left alone in a vehicle. CBS News, July 2025
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