by drfred | Mar 16, 2015 | Breathing, Exercise, Weight Loss
You’ve heard that exercise can be a big help when trying to manage or lose weight. However, the benefits of regular exercise go far beyond shedding a few pounds. Here are some of the ways that an exercise routine can improve your physical health, your mood, and your...
by drfred | Mar 4, 2015 | Diet, Nutrition, Weight Loss
Have you ever noticed that some meals keep you feeling full for hours while others leave you scrounging for a snack in what seems like no time at all? You’re not alone. Research conducted by Sydney University in Australia found that a food’s ability to...
by drfred | Feb 16, 2015 | Breathing
“Take a deep breath.” It’s something we say to each other—and even to ourselves—when the going gets rough and we need to get our emotions under control. But it turns out that this bit of advice isn’t only useful in helping us recover our composure. When practiced on a...
by drfred | Feb 1, 2015 | Posture
As with changes in skin and hair, changes in posture are common with aging. Your bones give your body structure and support, joints attach your bones and allow movement and muscles give you the strength to move your body. Your brain coordinates these and many other...
by drfred | Jan 15, 2015 | Chronic Pain, Foam Roller
Foam rolling is gaining in popularity as more people learn about its benefits in treating soft tissue injuries and conditions such as piriformis pain and sore muscles. The first foam rollers were simple pieces of rounded foam. These days, countless alternatives to...
