Acupuncture may reduce use of opioids post-surgery
One study presented to the American Society of Anesthesiologists reports that having acupuncture before surgery may lower the rate of dependence on opioids after surgical procedures. Study participants who did not receive acupuncture on average took 3 times as much morphine in the 24 hour period post surgery than participants who received acupuncture beforehand. If you’ve got surgery on the horizon, acupuncture may be the way to go because 6% of patients will become dependent on opioids prescribed for surgical recovery. https://www.asahq.org/about-asa/newsroom/news-releases/2020/10/acupuncture-before-surgery-means-less-pain-significantly-fewer-opioids-for-veterans
Endocrine Disruptors In Your Hygiene Products?
The Silent Spring Institute has released a new study linking chemicals found in common toiletries to endocrine damage, causing disruption to hormone production. https://www.healthline.com/health-news/the-chemicals-to-avoid-in-your-shampoo-and-body-wash#What-the-study-found
Exercise intensity not linked to mortality risk in older adults
An international research team based in Norway has released a study concluding that as long as older adults are indeed getting some measure of exercise, regardless of the intensity, they’ll have better health outcomes and longevity than those who are sedentary. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/10/201007193656.htm
Handwashing Refresher for Flu and Cold Season
Follow this handy guide to make sure you’re washing away all the germs this season and keep yourself and your family healthy this winter! https://www.self.com/story/youve-been-washing-your-hands-all-wrong