Bottom Line: Most of us wake up in the morning, brew a pot of coffee, and have a cup to start our day. Sometimes we are even a little low on energy throughout the day and think, “I want some caffeine to wake me up”. New researchers found that caffeine may not be helpful for …
Bottom Line:Low Back Pain during pregnancy is quite common. It causes hardship in this population who would normally be able to keep up with responsibilities of daily life. Almost 30% of pregnant women report that they quit performing at least one daily activity because it caused pain while performing other daily tasks. It was also …
Bottom Line:Supplements are everywhere. Vitamins, minerals, bone broths, and protein powders are no longer only available at the health food store, you can find them nearly everywhere you shop. For those of us with diet’s that aren’t exactly pitch-perfect, dietary supplements can provide an additional way to gain the essential daily nutrients. Not only are …
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Bottom Line:We’ve all heard about how exercise if good for you. But did you know how powerful that statement really is? Nearly every major risk factor for chronic disease can be lower with as little as 15 minutes of moderate exercise per day. As you age, the cells in your body can become damaged, your …
Bottom Line:At a glance, spinal traction may look like a form of medieval torture. But, while at first, it may seem strange, the relief it can help provide is remarkable. Spinal traction offers relief from neck and back pain by reducing the pressure on spinal discs and nerves. Many people use spinal traction as a …
Bottom Line: Stretching each day is an integral part of improving your overall health. Even if you’re not an athlete, stretching provides important benefits for both your mind and body. Believe it or not, there is a right and wrong way to stretch. Knowing the differences, and understanding the proper technique will help you stay …
Bottom Line:“It takes a village to raise a child.” You’ve probably heard that quote in the past, and there is alot of truth behind it. During childhood and adolescence, our bodies and minds grow at anunprecedented rate and set the foundation for the rest of our life. Our development is forgedthrough the challenges and new …
Bottom Line:“Sit up straight!” We’ve all heard it (or said it) a million times, but many people aren’t aware thatpoor posture as a kid can create health challenges later in life. Rounded shoulders (scapular protrusion), swayback (lumbar hyperlordosis) and a hunched upper back (thoracic hyperkyphosis) are all postural imbalances that place a tremendous amount of …
Bottom Line:Even though an iPad can store an entire library worth of books, most kids still trudge to andfrom school each day carrying an oversized and overweight backpack filled with heavytextbooks. While it may not seem like a big deal, recent studies have shown that carrying theweight of a typical backpack is one of the …
Bottom Line:Smartphones and tablets have quickly become a part of our everyday life. Many kids spendhours per day messaging with friends and playing the latest games. Often, it’s done with theirneck bent forward, shoulders rounded, and arms holding the phone up in front of their eyes.New research has shown this type of awkward position can …
