Health Alert: Average Person Inhales Up to 68,000 Microplastic Particles a Day.
An analysis of indoor air samples suggests that the average person may inhale around 68,000 microscopic plastic particles per day—substantially more than previously estimated. Although the combined mass is roughly equivalent to the weight of a single grain of salt, researchers caution that these tiny particles can penetrate deep into the lungs and embed in tissues, where they may trigger chronic inflammation and potentially contribute to disease.
PLOS One, July 2025

Diet: Fibermaxing May Backfire.
Fibermaxing is a social media trend that encourages users to consume excessive amounts of dietary fiber each day to lose weight and achieve better health. However, experts note that consuming more than the recommended 30 grams of fiber a day may lead to bloating, gas, nutrient malabsorption, and even constipation if not accompanied by adequate hydration.
The Conversation, July 2025

Exercise: Lifting Weights May Help Combat Breast Cancer.
According to a recent study, a single session of resistance training stimulates the muscles to release proteins called myokines that can slow breast cancer cell growth in the short term by up to 30%. The findings add to a growing body of research on the role of physical activity in cancer treatment.
Journal of Cancer Survivorship, August 2025

Chiropractic: Physical Inactivity and Overweight Status Linked to Back Pain-Related Disability.
A recent study found that among older women with back pain, those who are overweight or physically inactive face greater challenges in carrying out their activities of daily living than their active, normal-weight counterparts.
Healthcare (Basel), May 2025

Mental Attitude: Brain Scans Offer New Insights into Depression.
Brain imaging of 900 young adults showed that individuals carrying genetic variants linked to a higher risk of depression had reduced activity in brain regions involved in attention and decision-making during reward and punishment tasks. These findings may inform future research into the biological mechanisms underlying depression and other mood disorders.
Biological Psychiatry: Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging, August 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Lifestyle Changes May Slow Cognitive Decline.
For older adults at risk of cognitive decline, a recent study found that a structured intervention that combines physical activity, healthy diet, cognitive exercises, and social engagement led to positive improvements in global cognition and executive function that may help to delay or even prevent a future dementia diagnosis.
Journal of the American Medical Association, August 2025