Archive for the 'K. SPECIAL GROUPS' Category
Friday, June 26th, 2015
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has published its position on use of pot during pregnancy and breast-feeding.
The bottom line.
Yes, there are limitations in the available data about marijuana’s effects on the fetus during pregnancy and on the neonate during lactation. However, ACOG has seen enough to recommend that during pregnancy and during breast feeding to advise “discontinuation of maternal use [of marijuana], whether recreational or medicinal.”
There are no FDA-approved indications regarding marijuana use during pregnancy and lactation. Also, there are no standardized formulations, dosages, or delivery systems. Smoking, the most common route of administration of THC, cannot be medically condoned during pregnancy and lactation, according to ACOG.
The use of marijuana during pregnancy is associated with lower scores on tests of attention, coordination, and behavior in offspring.
6/25/15 JR
Breastfeeding, Marijuana (Cannabinoids), Pregnancy | Comments Off on Avoid marijuana during pregnancy and breast feeding
Friday, October 11th, 2013
Almost half of older adults take vitamin D with or without calcium.
Researchers at the University of Tasmania, Hobart, in Australia, reviewed the evidence. (more…)
Bone Fracture, Calcium, Elderly, Vitamin D | Comments Off on Review: Vitamin D supplements fail to change bone density
Saturday, July 13th, 2013
Iron deficiency is the most widespread nutritional deficiency in the world.
Researchers form Boston and London reviewed the evidence. (more…)
A. ALTERNATIVE MEDICAL SYSTEMS, Iron, Pregnancy | Comments Off on Effect of prenatal iron on pregnancy outcomes
Wednesday, July 3rd, 2013
Researchers at the Center for Integrative Medicine, at the University of Maryland, in Baltimore, reviewed the effects of acupuncture on pregnancy success rates when added to in vitro fertilization. (more…)
Acupuncture/ pressure, Pregnancy | Comments Off on Review: Acupuncture for women undergoing in vitro fertilization
Wednesday, January 30th, 2013
The most common use of ginger during pregnancy is to help relieve symptoms of queasiness and nausea.
Researchers at the University of Bergen, in Norway reviewed its safety in these women. (more…)
Ginger, Pregnancy | Comments Off on Safety of taking ginger while pregnant
Monday, December 17th, 2012
Researchers in France participating in the GuidAge Study Group assessed the long-term use of standardized ginkgo biloba extract in elderly adults with memory complaints. (more…)
Alzheimer's Dementia, Elderly, Ginkgo | Comments Off on Ginkgo biloba fails to prevent Alzheimer’s disease
Wednesday, October 17th, 2012
Cranberry-containing products are a folk remedy to prevent UTIs.
Researchers in Taipei and Boston evaluated their value and factors influencing their effectiveness. (more…)
Children, Cranberry, Infection | Comments Off on Cranberry-containing products to prevent urinary tract infections
Tuesday, September 25th, 2012
Trampoline jumping is a beneficial and constructive physical exercise for children, but it has a significant risk for injuries.
Now, after reviewing the evidence, the American Academy of Pediatrics is discouraging recreational use of trampolines in the home. (more…)
Bone Fracture, Children, Exercise | Comments Off on Risk of injury to children who use trampolines
Saturday, September 15th, 2012
Approximately 30% of people over 65 years of age living in the community fall each year.
This Cochrane review updates what we know. (more…)
Bone Fracture, CAM Cost Effectiveness, Cochrane Library, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Elderly, Exercise, Tai Chi | Comments Off on Reducing the rate and risk of falling
Thursday, September 13th, 2012
There’s lots of interest, but nobody ever reviewed the evidence before this.
Researchers at the College of the Holy Cross, in Worcester, Massachusetts, accepted the challenge. (more…)
Alzheimer's Dementia, Art, Music, Dance, Elderly | Comments Off on Review of art therapies in dementia care
Thursday, August 2nd, 2012
Researchers in Finland and Germany studied the first year of life. (more…)
Animal-assisted Therapy, Infants, Infection, Pregnancy | Comments Off on Dog and cat exposure and the risk of respiratory symptoms and infections
Monday, February 27th, 2012
Researchers at the Foundation of Public Health, Mutuelle Generale de l’Education Nationale, in Paris, reanalyzed data from the Women’s Antioxidant Cardiovascular Study (WACS), a cohort of women with prevalent vascular disease or 3 cardiovascular risk factors. (more…)
Alzheimer's Dementia, Elderly, Exercise | Comments Off on Support for exercise to preserve cognitive function
Tuesday, February 21st, 2012
Researchers at the University of Tasmania, in Launceston, evaluated the effects of a Pilates on balance and function in community-dwelling elderly adults. (more…)
Balance Training, Elderly, Pilates | Comments Off on Does Pilates improved balance?
Thursday, February 16th, 2012
Researchers at Norwegian University of Science and Technology, in Trondheim, assessed whether exercise during pregnancy might prevent gestational diabetes and improves insulin resistance. (more…)
Diabetes Mellitus, Exercise, Pregnancy | Comments Off on Exercise during pregnancy
Wednesday, February 15th, 2012
Researchers in the US and Mexico studied the effects of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids such as docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) on immune function and inflammation. (more…)
Infants, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Pregnancy | Comments Off on Influence of maternal DHA supplements on infant morbidity
Tuesday, February 14th, 2012
Despite the reported benefits, weight loss isn’t always advised for older adults because some studies have associated weight loss with increased mortality.
Researchers from North Carolina and Maryland, put this belief to the test. (more…)
Diet-Nutrition, Elderly, High Blood Pressure, Obesity | Comments Off on Does losing weight reduce your risk of early death?
Monday, February 13th, 2012
There’s a common belief that children don’t get enough sleep.
Researchers at the University of South Australia, in Adelaide, described historical trends in recommended and actual sleep durations for children and adolescents. (more…)
Children, Sleep (Insomnia) | Comments Off on How much sleep do children need?
Friday, February 10th, 2012
Researchers at the Royal Children’s Hospital, in Melbourne, Australia, report the adverse events associated with the use of CAM that came to the attention of Australian pediatricians. (more…)
Children, Consumer Alert | Comments Off on Safety of CAM in children
Monday, February 6th, 2012
Researchers at Texas Chiropractic College, in Pasadena, studied children in the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) in order to estimate their use of supplements. (more…)
Children, Creatine, Exercise, Fiber, Herbals, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Vitamins | Comments Off on Use of dietary supplements to enhance sports performance
Sunday, February 5th, 2012
Researchers at Mugla University, in Turkey, investigated the effects of physiotherapy on incision pain and functional activities. (more…)
Pain, Physiotherapy, Pregnancy | Comments Off on Physiotherapy following cesarean section