WITH DR. JEFF LACROIX

COMPULSIVE DISORDERS

One of our dogs has several

annoying behaviors. Our vet

says some of them are ob-

sessive-compulsive, and she

wants to put him on drugs.

OWNING a pet can often be a

puzzling experience. NATIONAL

ENQUIRER columnist Dr. Jeff

LaCroix — a top veterinarian

— answers reader questions

about their furry friends.

BY DR. STUART FISCHER

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DID YOU KNOW?

That’s the percentage of American

women who will develop invasive

breast cancer over the course of

their lifetime. Maintain a healthy

diet and have regular checkups

for early detection and the best

treatment options!

A SINGLE 20-minute bike ride can keep your brain sharp in your

golden years, according to new research from the University of

Iowa. Scientists found one workout can spark a burst of activity

in the brain’s memory center in people age 60 to 80. The study’s

subjects performed better in memory tests after a short stint of

pedaling. But the results were temporary, so researchers urge

people to stay active to keep their brains in top shape!

PROCESSED burgers

and fries can come with

a side of the blues for

your teens, according to

a University of Alabama

study. Researchers

discovered that high levels

of sodium and low levels

of potassium, which are

common in

many fast

food meals,

lead to

depression.

“The study

findings

make sense,

as potassium-

rich foods are

healthy foods,”

said dietitian Lisa Drayer.

“So, if adolescents include

more potassium-rich foods

in their diet, they will likely

have more energy and feel

better overall.”

BIKING BOOSTS

THE BRAIN!

FAST FOOD SINKS MOOD!

DRINKING red wine gives

people healthier guts with

more diverse bacteria,

which allows them to

better break down food and

reduces obesity. British

researchers reported red

wine contains compounds

believed to act as fuel for

healthy bacteria in the

stomach. What’s more, red

wine may lead to increased

good cholesterol levels

and boost the immune

system! But don’t overdo

it — the scientists said one

glass every two weeks is

plenty to positively affect

digestion.

RED WINE’S GOOD

FOR THE GUT!

(^22) NATIONAL SEPTEMBER 23, 2019 AMERICA’S MOST TALKED ABOUT MAGAZINE