Category: Body in Balance
Surprising Ways to prevent a Heart Attack
There are hopeful signs that Americans are increasingly embracing a heart-healthy lifestyle. The percentage of smokers has plunged to approximately 15 % over the last decade. M... Read More
Is Salt Harmful for Everyone?
We’ve all been told that a high salt diet is a leading cause of high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke and heart failure. What doctors don’t tell patients..what many doctors don’t know …i... Read More
The Benefits of Tai Chi
The practice of Tai Chi began as a martial art in China hundreds of years ago, and its its health benefits have been the focus of more than 500 studies in the last half-century. A recent analysis of 1... Read More
What Causes Muscle Cramps?
The exact cause of muscle cramps is still unknown, but the theories most commonly cited include: Altered neuromuscular control Dehydration Electrolyte depletion Poor conditioning Muscle fatigue doing ... Read More
Spinal Stenosis Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Spinal stenosis is a condition that occurs as the spinal canal narrows, restricting or compressing the nerve roots and spinal cord. It is often caused by osteoarthritis of the spinal column. Co... Read More
STATINS… Hamper Exercise!
Many people with high cholesterol are prescribed statins and advised to exercise more to boost their cardiovascular health. But muscle myopathy…a common side effect of the drug that causes fat... Read More
Plank Exercises to Improve Core Strength
Strengthening the core is an important aspect of any exercise program. Not only does a strong and solid core look good, but more importantly, it helps to stabilize, balance, and power the body during ... Read More
Could You Be Dehydrated… It’s not always easy to tell!
Dehydration occurs when you lose more water via sweat and urine than you’ve taken in, can be especially dangerous for older adults. A lack of sufficient fluid in the body can temporarily cause confu... Read More
Back Surgery or Exercise for Treating Low-Back Pain ??????
Four out of five Americans have experienced low-back pain.. For some, acute low-back pain…lasting one to three months…turns into chronic low-back pain a long- term problem that... Read More- 3 of 4
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