As a chiropractic wellness center, we aim to give our practice members practical health information that they can use to improve the quality of their lives. Reducing the hours spent watching TV, although obvious enough, can make a profound difference.
We know; you have probably heard it all before that watching too much TV is bad for your health. But, have you ever really “tuned in” to what the research actually tells us on the links between television and its impact on our health? Instead of reading this health tip with your mind on “mute,” try considering these three reasons to turn off the tube.
1) Prevent Diabetes: Research from the International Diabetes Institute in
Melbourne, Australia actually discovered a direct link between hours spent watching television and the development of type 2 Diabetes. In their study of 8,299 men and women aged 25 and older, they found that adults watching 14 hours/week or more had significantly higher risk of developing this deadly illness (Diabetes Care 2004; 27:2603-9). How many hours are you watching?
2) Improved Sleep: With all the stories of violence on the evening news, it is no wonder why people have restless nights getting or staying asleep. As chiropractors, we are constantly exposed to research that associates sleep disturbances and persistent pain syndromes from back pain to Fibromyalgia (Spine 2006; 31: 51-6). Are these problems happening to you?
3) Boost Brain Power: In a study of 400 third-graders in California, they found that those who had televisions in their bedrooms actually scored 8 points lower on tests for math and language arts vs. those whose rooms were television free (American Family Physician 2005; 72:1442). Can you afford to have this happening to your children at such a young age?
Reading this week’s tip with an attentive mind can make a lasting impact on your health as well as the lives of our family. Please do not take this information lightly. If you or your family are experiencing these types of issues seeing a chiropractor with a knowledge base on these potential lifestyle factors may be able to help. Know that not all chiropractors specialize in these types of health problems and we would recommend that you RSVP at our workshop titled “What is Chiropractic” if your would like to know more. The workshop will be given for Red Door International; an organization dedicated in bring you the best speakers for your health and wellness needs. Call us at (858)558-0057 for more information or view the updated infomation for the workshop by visiting the website: www.reddoorinternational.com