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Mar. 26, 2026

Happy Thursday!

Today, we’ll discuss what a research suggests about melatonin and heart failure risk, and how marijuana’s effects have fundamentally changed over the years.

Let’s dive in.

Chrisy Trudeau
Chrisy Trudeau
Managing Editor
Melatonin and Heart Failure Risk—What Research Suggests
Melatonin and Heart Failure Risk—What Research Suggests
The preliminary analysis tracked more than 130,000 adults diagnosed with insomnia.
How Marijuana Has Changed in Effects
How Marijuana Has Changed in Effects
Why today’s marijuana is nothing like your parents’ weed.
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• Having hemoglobin within the lower end of the normal range is linked to health benefits.

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<i>Exercise Recommended by Kevin Shelly</i>
Exercise Recommended by Kevin Shelly
Occupational Therapist
External Rotation and Scapular Retraction
External Rotation with Scapular Retraction is a great exercise for strengthening the rotator cuff muscles, improving shoulder stability, and promoting better posture.

Step 1: Stand or sit upright with your shoulders relaxed and your arms bent at 90 degrees, elbows close to your sides. Hold a resistance band or light weights with your palms facing up.

Step 2: Squeeze your shoulder blades together (scapular retraction) while keeping your elbows tucked in. This helps activate the upper back muscles and improves posture.

Step 3: Slowly rotate your hands outward, away from your body, while maintaining the 90-degree elbow bend. Keep your movements controlled and avoid shrugging your shoulders.

Step 4: Return to the starting position in a slow and controlled motion. Perform 2–3 sets of 10–15 repetitions to enhance shoulder strength and stability.

This exercise helps improve shoulder mobility, prevents imbalances, and supports overall upper body function.
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