Hello, it’s Thursday, July 20. You’re about to discover the best types of exercise for back pain, 8 surprisingly healthy household activities, a new risk factor for dementia, an easy 5-minute breakfast recipe, and more…
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Lack of Sleep Nearly Doubles Risk of Peripheral Artery Disease
Sleeping less than 5 hours each night has been associated with a 74% greater risk of developing peripheral artery disease (PAD), some recent research has found. This is compared to the recommended amount of 7-8 hours of sleep per night.
PAD is a condition in which arteries in the legs become clogged, which restricts blood flow and increases the risk for a heart attack or stroke. The main cause is a buildup of fatty deposits and calcium in artery walls, which is known as atherosclerosis.
The study was a large one involving over 650,000 participants. Researchers collected data on sleep duration as well as daytime napping habits from each participant. Though lack of sleep showed the biggest link to PAD, sleeping 8 or more hours per night was also associated with a 24% increased risk.
One drawback to the study was that it could not determine with certainty whether sleep was a cause or effect of PAD. As study author Dr. Shuai Yuan commented, “The results indicate that brief night-time sleep can raise the chance of developing PAD, and that having PAD increases the risk of getting insufficient sleep.”
Menopausal Hormone Therapy Linked to Greater Dementia Risk
Women who use hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for menopausal symptoms may be at a higher risk for dementia, according to a new study. Overall, researchers determined a 24% increased risk for both all-cause dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
The study used data spanning 18 years from a group of 5,589 women with dementia and a control group of nearly 56,000 women with no dementia diagnosis. Researchers specifically analyzed the use of estrogen-progestin (combination) therapy to determine if there was a link to dementia.
Not only did they find an association between HRT and higher dementia incidence, they also noted that longer use of HRT corresponded to an increasingly greater risk of dementia— up to 74% for 12 years of use or longer.
The study did have its limitations because it was observational only. However, it does confirm the results of another recent study showing that HRT may be connected to certain markers of Alzheimer’s in the brain and suggests that more studies and some caution are needed where the effects of HRT are concerned.
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Cookware That Doesn’t Leach Toxins Into Food
Cooking at home should be a fun, safe, and healthy activity done with high quality, non-toxic cookware— not something that could harm your health.
Unfortunately, this is not the case if you use conventional nonstick cookware, which contains toxic chemicals— known as PFAS— that are now linked to cancer, hormone disruption, autoimmune issues, and more. Worse still, these toxins can off-gas as toxic fumes when pans containing them are heated. With this in mind, Chef’s Foundry developed a line of completely non-toxic ceramic cookware called the P600 Cookware range. It’s made with a revolutionary new ceramic coating that produces a natural nonstick surface and is resistant to cracking, chipping, and discoloration. Plus, it won’t off-gas or leach toxins into your food.
Find out more about this toxin-free, natural no-stick cookware here.
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Surprising Health Benefits of 8 Household Chores
Doing chores around the house isn’t very glamorous, but it could be far better for your health than you realize. Physically active chores like yardwork and vacuuming can boost heart health and may even help you live longer. Gardening is a top chore for mental health and stress relief, while mindfully washing your dishes can lower anxiety. And if you want to set yourself up for a productive day— and possibly sleep better at night— be sure you make your bed! (More)
Listening to Music Can Ease Acute Pain
Music has surprisingly powerful health effects and has even been shown to help with the management of chronic pain. A new study has now found that it can also help bring relief for more acute types of pain that last less than 12 weeks. Interestingly, the researchers noted that participants who believed they had control over the music experienced more pain relief than those who were passive. In fact, the act of choosing music seems to bring about more benefits than any specific genre or tempo. (More)
More Protein, Coffee Could Reduce Hip Fracture Risk
Hip fractures are a common cause of mobility loss and can even lead to chronic illnesses and premature death. Age is a big risk factor for a fracture, but diet also plays a large role and can be modified. According to a recent study, increasing protein intake by 25 grams a day could lead to a 14% lower risk of hip fracture in women. The researchers were also surprised to note that every additional cup of tea or coffee per day was also associated with a 4% risk reduction— for reasons yet unknown. (More)
Potatoes Are Healthy— It’s All in How You Prepare Them
Potatoes have developed a reputation for being an unhealthy source of carbs and have even been linked to type 2 diabetes. As it turns out, this bad reputation is undeserved. New research has found that consuming potatoes does not increase the risk of diabetes— but the way you prepare them could negatively impact your health. Frying potatoes or loading them with butter, salt, and cream is definitely less than healthy. Eating them boiled or with healthy seasonings is actually a good replacement for refined carbs like white rice. (More)
5 Ways Too Much Screen Time Harms Your Eyes
Spending too many hours staring at a screen isn’t going to “ruin” your vision, but it does have negative effects on eye health. Eye fatigue and dry, irritated eyes are two of the most common problems connected with screen staring. It’s also possible that too much blue light from digital devices can cause retinal damage, and using screens in the evening can disrupt your sleep rhythm. Tips for avoiding eye harm include taking frequent breaks and using blue light filters. (More)
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The smallest muscle and smallest bone in the human body are both found inside the inner ear. The stapes, which is the smallest bone, is essential for hearing and helps convert sound waves into readable signals sent to the brain. It’s supported by the tiny 2 mm stapedius muscle.
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Nonstick Cooking Without the Toxins
Does avoiding toxin-filled, nonstick cookware mean half your food will always be stuck in the pan?
Not anymore. Chef’s Foundry has developed a line of durable ceramic cookware that is free from the toxic chemicals— linked to cancer, hormone problems, and more— found in conventional nonstick cookware. New breakthrough technology makes the ceramic resistant to cracking, chipping, and discoloration and results in a natural nonstick surface. Plus, each batch is tested for possible contaminants and proven to work on all cooking surfaces. You can learn more about the nontoxic P600 Cookware range here.
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