We are currently in the midst of one of the worst allergy seasons, ever, due to the extremely mild winter in most of the United States. Did you know that stress can intensify your response to allergens by compromising the immune system? Since yoga is the perfect antidote to stress, try a few minutes of morning yoga to set a relaxed tone for the day. As little as 3 minutes of … [Read more...] about From Ah-Choo to Om
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Got Pain? Consider This…
What made you decide to become a vegan? "I became a vegan for a few reasons. One I do not like killing animals, two, I want to eat better for the world and three I developed an intense hand pain from what I thought was purely my decade of training in the martial art of Brazilian jiu-jitsu. At the time, I was almost 40 years of age and my hand pain was so much that I could no … [Read more...] about Got Pain? Consider This…
Heads UP!
If computers gave us medical issues like carpal tunnel syndrome and strained eyes, the smaller techno items like iPads, smart phones and blackberries are giving us neck and shoulder problems as a result of extreme flexing of the neck at various low angles. Of course we love our "go everywhere" digital gadgets but we are paying a price and the price is pain. Once again, the … [Read more...] about Heads UP!
Exercise IS Medicine. Get YOURS!
I just read a fabulous article by Jordan D. Metzl, M.D., titled Pain-Free for Life. Metzl is also the author of The Athlete's Book of Home Remedies and an athlete himself, believes that we can control our pain with strength. He states that strength training cannot only prevent injuries from happening but also ease symptoms if you do have an injury or chronic pain. He does … [Read more...] about Exercise IS Medicine. Get YOURS!
Over the Rainbow
Earlier this week I saw an episode of Dr. Oz where one man set out to try ALL the diets on the market to find out what works and what doesn't (and then write a book, of course). His big take away was: 1) Shop the perimeter of the grocery store and avoid the aisles. I thank Carole for sharing this tip with Mitch and I many years ago. It's a great one. 2) Eat the colors … [Read more...] about Over the Rainbow