Health Alert: Broken Heart Syndrome More Common in Women, More Fatal to Men.
Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, also known as stress-induced or "broken heart" syndrome, is a temporary heart condition characterized by sudden weakening of the left ventricle, often triggered by intense emotional or physical stress. It’s estimated that between 6,000 and 7,000 people are diagnosed with Takotsubo cardiomyopathy each year. While 83% of broken heart syndrome cases occur in female patients, the risk of death from the condition is more than doubled in men (11% vs 5%).
American Heart Association, May 2025

Diet: Try Matcha?
Matcha is a powdered green tea that contains less caffeine than coffee but is rich in antioxidants and L-theanine—a compound that may reduce caffeine-related jitters and promote relaxation. Because it offers similar cardiovascular benefits to coffee but with a gentler stimulant effect, matcha may be a preferred choice for individuals sensitive to caffeine.
The Conversation, May 2025

Exercise: Lifting Weights Benefits Future Moms.
A systematic review of nine clinical trials found that strength training during pregnancy may help mitigate excessive weight gain, alleviate low back and sciatic pain, and improve both mental and physical health in expectant mothers.
Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, July 2025

Chiropractic: Low Back Pain Trends Attributable to High Body Mass Index.
Past research has established high body mass index (BMI) as a significant risk factor for low back pain. Drawing on data from the Global Burden of Disease study, researchers reported a 171% increase in disability-adjusted life-years (DALYs)—a metric that reflects years lost to illness, disability, or premature death—attributable to obesity-related low back pain between 1990 and 2021. This substantial rise highlights the growing public health burden of obesity and its contribution to chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
Frontiers in Nutrition, January 2025

Mental Attitude: Hearing Loss May Contribute to Dementia.
Following an analysis of data from 49 studies, researchers report that even mild hearing loss in both ears raises the risk of dementia by 32%, and the risk rises to 66% in more severe cases. It’s suspected the risk may be a combination of pathological processes common to hearing loss and dementia, as well as factors like social withdrawal.
Aging & Mental Health, June 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Are Half of Dementia Cases Preventable?
Nearly half of dementia cases may be preventable by addressing modifiable risk factors such as obesity, physical inactivity, and smoking. Yet, most research and interventions tend to focus on midlife, despite the fact that many of these risk factors emerge much earlier. Experts emphasize that promoting healthier lifestyle habits across the entire lifespan—not just in middle age—could significantly enhance brain health and reduce the overall incidence of cognitive decline and dementia.
The Conversation, May 2025