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Can Activity Trackers really help you stay active?
A study performed by Indiana University took a look at how effective activity trackers were in helping people stay active. Studies have shown that sedentary lifestyles lead to many health problems. The challenge is that technology has made life easier and requires less movement. So are activity trackers, like Fitbits, really able to help us… Continue reading Can Activity Trackers really help you stay active?
Overlooked Causes for Back Pain
When we think of back pain, we often think it is caused by lifting something heavy, falling, or getting in some sort of accident. We often overlook causes for back pain that are less obvious. Here are a few less obvious causes for back pain: Sitting to long – Sitting shortens your hip muscles that… Continue reading Overlooked Causes for Back Pain
Steroid Injections and Back Pain
Chronic lower back pain affects millions of Americans. Many try steroid injections to ease their discomfort, but researchers now say this remedy provides only short-term relief. A study performed in France recently found that people that had steroid injections to relieve back pain had no long term effects. They found that a single injection had… Continue reading Steroid Injections and Back Pain
Worst Exercises for Back Pain
Having back pain doesn’t mean you should stop exercising. In fact exercising is very important in the recovery and protection from back pain. Certain exercises can be very bad for back pain. Here is a list of the worst exercises for back pain: Avoid doing standing toe touches – While stretching the hamstrings is… Continue reading Worst Exercises for Back Pain
So, what is Gluten?
Gluten is very controversial these days. Recently we are seeing more products with that are “certified” gluten-free logo on it. There is even a Gluten Intolerance Group that certifies products that claim to be gluten-free. Most health care providers claim that it is safe for everyone except those who have celiac disease. Some health experts believe… Continue reading So, what is Gluten?
10 tips to reduce stress
Reducing stress in your life helps with your overall well-being and helps reduce pain. When we are stressed the body is at a continuous state of fight or flight through the release of cortisol which can inhibit our mind from returning to a state of calm. Here are 10 tips to reduce stress that… Continue reading 10 tips to reduce stress
Healthy Heart Tips for Valentines Day!
For Valentine’s Day we focus on the heart, so let’s take a look at some great healthy heart tips! Stop smoking – This can be the single most important thing you can do for your heart that is controllable. Lose weight – If you are storing a lot of fat in the belly area, you… Continue reading Healthy Heart Tips for Valentines Day!
Drugs for Back Pain, nothing more than a placebo
Recent study finds using drugs for back pain provide little benefit Using drugs for back pain, such as ibuprofen (Advil) are commonly used to cope with back pain, but research from The George Institute for Global Health found they offer little benefit but cause side effects. Researchers found that in 35 trials testing painkillers and back pain,… Continue reading Drugs for Back Pain, nothing more than a placebo
Is Alkaline Water Better Than Other Water?
You may have heard some of the various health claims about alkaline water. Some say it can help slow the aging process, regulate your body’s pH level, and prevent chronic diseases like cancer. But what exactly is alkaline water, and why all the hype? What is Alkaline Water? Simply put, anything with a pH greater… Continue reading Is Alkaline Water Better Than Other Water?