If you’re looking for simple ways to keep you in a happy place mentally and physically, you just might have everything that you need right inside your home. Too many people tend to think that they have to go outside and explore to be able to find the peace and…
You would have to have considerable knowledge of science and math to calculate your VO2max when working out, and figure out how much to consume of each individual nutrient when you’re eating breakfast. Then, there are the fitness studies that produce conflicting headlines every other week. Wouldn’t it be nice…
It's easy to forget the importance of everything we put into our bodies. While you can't always eat a completely balanced diet, you can reduce your stress levels simply by choosing stress-fighting foods. Since everyone is different, some stress-relieving foods might work for you while others may not. Your best…
Are you aware of the connection between physical pain and depression? It’s important to understand the link, and how it affects your body and mind. This understanding can help you with treatment and therapy. Learn more about this depression and pain dilemma: Understand the depression and physical pain cycle. Health…
When you think about your body, do you think about the pounds you want to lose or wish that you could run a mile in less time? Maybe you only notice your physical condition when you have a cold or your lower back aches. With so many responsibilities at home…
You just finished a long day at work. It's about 6 PM and now you get to sit in traffic for over an hour until you finally get home to put your feet up. Chances are you may not have the time or the motivation to exercise. Most people in…
The relationship between sleep and pain is complicated. Sore joints can keep you up at night, and lack of sleep can make you more sensitive to pain. In fact, up to 90% of adults with chronic joint pain are unable to sleep well, according to the Cleveland Clinic. You may…
Conventional medicine has done a good job with acute care, but the results have been less impressive when it comes to chronic conditions. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, half of all adult Americans now have at least one long-term, complex condition such as heart disease or…
Your immune system protects you from germs and other foreign substances that could make you sick by making parts of your body heat up and swell. However, sometimes it goes too far. That’s when such inflammation become chronic as a response to stress, junk food, or other lifestyle triggers. This…
Chances are, it's you. Don't get me wrong, I am not trying to diminish anyone's feelings and/or limitations, but this is a common conversation that occurs. When I first meet new clients, I hear their goal is to get rid of their pain. That's great, but they do not even…