Most people would avoid cold water swimming, but there might be benefits (like helping with depression, inflammation, etc.) to taking a quick dip in less than ideal temperatures as well as some hazards. Cold water swimming is becoming popular thanks in part to evangelists like Wim Hom, athletes, and individuals with ailments like depression or […]
Discover 3 Surgery Alternatives to Treat Herniated Discs
Surgery is the common treatment for herniated discs but there are good reasons to consider other surgery alternatives, like prolotherapy, before going under the knife for back pain. Intervertebral discs are the pads of fibrous cartilage that are found between vertebrae along the spine. These discs are like jelly donuts with a gel-like substance in […]
Improve Your Vascular Health with 1 Outstanding Osteopathic Treatment!
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT), is a non-pharmacological treatment modality unique to the osteopathic profession. It focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing physical manifestations of diseases such as joint restriction, muscular imbalance, and fascial distortion. OMT can supplement other treatment modalities to improve a patient’s overall outcome and lead to a faster recovery time. OMT can […]
Food Addiction and 6 Dangerous Foods to Avoid
The term “addiction” is normally associated with abuse or dependence on substances like tobacco, drugs, or alcohol. Is it possible for this term to be applied to describe someone’s relationship with food? According to some experts, food addiction can be a problem for those who display similar behaviors and tendencies also seen with drug and […]
4 Terrific Reasons to Choose Plant Protein!
Plant protein sources are often underappreciated due to being an “incomplete” or “low quality” protein. However, an increase in one’s plant protein intake may be the solution to reverse the negative results from animal protein, such as some chronic diseases. Complete vs. Incomplete Protein Though plant proteins can be low in some of the […]
4 Hidden Health Benefits of Celery
Celery juice has become more popular and widely consumed, but why? As with most vegetables, celery is a healthy food choice because it is low in calories, high in nutrients, and loaded with phytochemicals (“plant-” chemicals). Celery is regarded as a healthy food that one can eat to lead a healthy life and lower individual […]
3 Ways to Boost Happiness
When was the last time you stopped to consider your happiness? What did you conclude? and what even is happiness? These are the types of questions that many of us fail to ask ourselves. Maybe we are too busy and don’t take the time, or maybe are going through tremendous stress and sorrow from the […]
3 fundamental truths, not fads, you should know before you start a fitness journey or exercise!
There are 3 fundamental truths, not on “trend” or a “fad”, you need to know before you start your fitness journey or workout routine for maximum results and injury prevention. Being in the fitness industry for 20 years there have been fads that later turn into fitness “bads”. Fitness fads come about because an individual […]
5 Amazing Benefits to Diaphragmatic Breathing
5 Amazing Benefits to Diaphragmatic Breathing Can Make Your Life Stress Free and Improve Airway Functions! Health Benefits of Diaphragmatic Breathing It is no surprise that how we breathe can affect our body and mind. If our body and mind are relaxed, for example, the breathing rate tends to be slow and not forceful. If we […]
Avoid 3 Types of Soft Tissue Injuries and Lower Back Pain with 2 Solutions
Stop these 3 types of soft tissue injuries and lower back pain now! You might be causing chronic pain without knowing, we have 2 solutions for you. Soft Tissue Injuries Soft tissue injuries are a common cause of low back pain. The vertebrae of the lower back are supported by many soft tissues including […]
