We all know that reading is good for us. It can improve brain and memory function and keep your brain operating more effectively as you age. Reading also enhances connectivity in the brain, reduces stress, promotes relaxation, improves sleep, and has the potential to decrease the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s. However not all of these…
DetailsMost of us like to flush it and forget it, but pooping is an essential bodily function that is vital to your health. It is your body’s way of expelling waste that it doesn’t need. This is why the look and smell of your stool can provide clues as to what’s going on inside your…
DetailsMyth # 1: There is nothing I can do to lower my risk of lung cancer. Avoiding smoking can lower your risk of lung cancer as well as an awareness of other factors that can cause lung cancer. In addition, a healthy diet and exercise lower the likelihood of developing cancer as well as prevent…
DetailsSummer is on its way! There’s something about sunshine that makes everything feel better and causes all our cares to fly out the window, but don’t allow summer to mean a slip into inactivity and unhealthy eating habits. There are many local activities that you can take part in to make the most of your…
DetailsBy David J. BenEliyahu, DC, DABCSP, DAAPM It is a common misconception that if you have back pain you should avoid exercising. This misconception allows people to rely too heavily on pain medication and inactivity. For most back problems exercise and movement are essential to the healing process. Controlled, gradual, and progressive exercise-as opposed to…
DetailsHave you ever lain in bed wide awake, aware of what’s happening around you – but you couldn’t move a muscle? If the answer is yes, then you’ve probably experienced the bizarre phenomenon that is sleep paralysis.
Whether you’re an avid runner, or just starting out, here are some quick tips and tricks to help you have a successful run:
If you have a closet that is starting to overflow and take over your bedroom or junk drawer that has gradually started to expand from the drawer onto the kitchen counter top, then you’ve likely felt some level of stress brought on by piles of unnecessary junk. All of that stuff can be annoying to…
DetailsBy Joseph C. White, MD, FAAFP A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that commonly appears on the bottom of the foot and occurs among 15% of people with diabetes, according to the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA). Diabetes is the leading cause of non-traumatic lower extremity amputations in the United States, and the…
DetailsThe cold weather has arrived, and our skin has begun to feel the effects. Due to the cold temperatures and low humidity levels, we are left with dry, irritated skin. But the problem is more than cosmetic; there are dangerous health risks that are associated with dry skin. As the skin dries it becomes more…
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