3262: New Year’s Detox, ORP Water Meter, Reduce Aluminum & Plastic Challenge, Dementia & Traffic Noise, Tai Chi & Blood Pressure

January 10, 2025

3262: New Year’s Detox, ORP Water Meter, Reduce Aluminum & Plastic Challenge, Dementia & Traffic Noise, Tai Chi & Blood Pressure

January 10, 2025

FR: New Year’s Detox, ORP Water Meter, Reduce Aluminum & Plastic Challenge, Dementia & Traffic Noise, Tai Chi & Blood Pressure

Welcome back to today’s Friday Review where I’ll be breaking down the best of the week!

I’ll be sharing specifics on these topics:

– New Year’s 2025 Detox
– ORP Water Meter (product review)
– Reduce Aluminum & Plastic Challenge
– Dementia & Traffic Noise (research)
– Tai Chi & Blood Pressure (research)

For all the details tune in to today’s Cabral Concept 3262 – Enjoy the show and let me know what you thought!

Show Highlights & Big Takeaways

1. Reduce Aluminum & Plastic

This month, I challenge you to reduce your use of aluminum and plastic in daily life. Simple swaps, like using parchment paper instead of aluminum foil on baking sheets and opting for glass storage containers instead of plastic wrap, can make a significant impact.

2. Dementia & Traffic Noise

Research shows that living near noisy transportation routes, such as busy roads or train tracks, may increase the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease by up to 27%. While the exact reasons remain unclear, researchers suggest that long-term exposure to traffic noise may be linked to dementia, possibly due to its negative impact on sleep quality and stress levels.

3. Tai Chi & Blood Pressure

A new study published in JAMA found that tai chi is more effective at lowering blood pressure than aerobic exercise. The research shows that tai chi can reduce blood pressure by an average of seven points, compared to four points in the aerobics group.