“Where there is no vision,
there is no hope.”
~ George Washington Carver
Health Alert: Combustion Pollution May Contribute to Autoimmune Disease Risk.
Fine particulate matter is a mixture of microscopic solid particles and liquid droplets suspended in the air, primarily generated by combustion sources such as motor vehicles, wood burning, and fossil fuels. When inhaled, these particles can enter the bloodstream and trigger an immune response, including the production of anti-nuclear antibodies—a key marker of autoimmune rheumatic diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. In a recent study of 3,500 adults in Ontario, Canada, individuals with the highest exposure to fine particulate matter had up to 54% higher levels of anti-nuclear antibodies, suggesting that increased exposure to this form of air pollution may elevate the risk of autoimmune disease.
Rheumatology, October 2025
Diet: High-Fat Cheese and Cream May Protect Cognitive Health.
In a long-term Swedish cohort study involving more than 27,000 adults, researchers found that higher consumption of high-fat cheese and cream was associated with a lower risk of dementia over a 25-year follow-up period. In contrast, no similar association was observed for low-fat dairy consumption.
Neurology, January 2026
Exercise: Just 10 Minutes of Exercise Before Class Helps Concentration.
In a recent experiment, college students who engaged in ten minutes of moderate-intensity, continuous physical activity prior to class exhibited better concentration and executive function skills than their peers who did not exercise beforehand.
International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, October 2025
Chiropractic: Self-Efficacy Predicts Long-Term Outcomes in Chronic Low Back Pain.
New research suggests that greater confidence in one’s ability to manage pain and maintain function—often referred to as self-efficacy—was associated with better treatment outcomes among 1,700 patients with chronic low back pain followed over two years. These findings underscore the importance of incorporating patient education, active participation, and self-management strategies in the care of musculoskeletal disorders, approaches commonly emphasized in chiropractic care.
Pain Medicine, October 2025
Mental Attitude: What Is Mind Blanking?
Mind blanking is a temporary state in which thoughts seem to disappear—such as when someone is asked a simple question in a meeting or class and suddenly can’t think of anything to say, even though they know the answer. A recent study found that mind blanking is not necessarily associated with focused attention or mind wandering but instead reflects a distinct pattern of brain activity and reduced sensory processing that resembles sleep-like dips in brain regions essential for awareness. These findings suggest that fatigue or circadian rhythm disruption may be contributing factors, although more research is needed before firm conclusions about mind blanking can be drawn.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, December 2025
Wellness/Prevention: Natural Daylight May Aid in Type 2 Diabetes Management.
New research suggests that office workers with type 2 diabetes who are exposed to natural daylight have healthier blood glucose levels, improved fat metabolism, and better circadian rhythm regulation than peers who work exclusively under artificial lighting.
Cell Metabolism, November 2025
