Slow walking speed may be an early sign of Alzheimer's disease as it has been associated with the presence of amyloid plaques in the brain. Obesity is linked to more severe bone and joint injuries as obese patients require more resources and have longer hospital stays. Omega-3 fatty acids may benefit bipolar disorder as individuals with bipolar tend to have lower levels and omega-3's support brain and immune health.

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Mental Attitude: Slow Walking Speed May Be a Sign of Approaching Alzheimer's Disease. In a recent study, researchers
found an association between slow walking speed and the presence of amyloid in key regions of the brain involved in motor
function. The development of amyloid plaques in the brain is thought to trigger the disruption and destruction of nerve cells that
causes Alzheimer's disease. Research leader Dr. Natalia del Campo explains, "It's possible that having subtle walking
disturbances in addition to memory concerns may signal Alzheimer's disease, even before people show any clinical symptoms."
Neurology, December 2015
Health Alert: Obesity Linked to More Severe Bone and Joint Injuries. An analysis of data regarding 300 patients treated for
multiple orthopedic injuries found that obesity complicates the treatment of broken bones and other major joint injuries. The
authors of the analysis found that the more obese a patient was, the more likely they'd require surgery to address their injury.
They also found an association between obesity and longer hospital stays, and severely obese patients were more likely to be
discharged to a continuing-care facility. Lead author Dr. Heather Licht adds, "Even when patients have the same severity of
injuries, resource utilization is higher among patients with obesity, compared to non-obese patients."
Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, November 2015
Diet: Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Benefit Bipolar Disorder. Individuals with bipolar disorder tend to have lower plasma levels
of certain omega-3 fatty acids. Because omega-3 fatty acids play a vital role in brain cell communication and are a major player
in immune and inflammatory systems, researchers speculate that consuming more omega-3 fatty acid-rich foods may benefit
bipolar individuals. Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids include fish, grass fed meats, nuts, flax seed, and leafy vegetables.
Bipolar Disorders, November 2015
Exercise: What Is the Best Type of Exercise? Any exercise you can do on a regular basis is the best kind of physical activity.
Walking is considered one of the optimal choices because it's easy, safe, and inexpensive. It also doesn't require training or
special equipment, except for a pair of good walking shoes. Brisk walking can burn as many calories as running and is less
likely to cause injuries than running or jogging. Additionally, walking is an aerobic and weight-bearing exercise, so it is great
for your heart and helps prevent the weakening of the bones known as osteoporosis.
American Academy of Family Physicians, December 2015
Chiropractic: Hip Mobilization with Movement Benefits Hip Osteoarthritis. Mobilization with movement (MWM) is often
used in the treatment of hip osteoarthritis. However, there are very few studies evaluating the effectiveness of such manual
therapies in the treatment of this common hip condition. A new study involving forty elderly patients with hip osteoarthritis
found that pain, hip range of motion, and physical performance all improved immediately after receiving MWM.
Manual Therapies, October 2015
Wellness/Prevention: Night / Shift Work May Increase Breast Cancer Risk. Women who work non-traditional hours over
the course of a career may have a slightly greater risk for a breast cancer diagnosis than those who work "9-5." Researchers
combed through 25 studies regarding "breast cancer risk" and "night work" or "shift work" published during the last twenty
years and found long-term night/shift work may be associated with a 9% greater risk for breast cancer.
Gynecology, Obstetrics, & Fertility, December 2015
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