by Dr. Betty Stasinos | May 17, 2017 | Active Health News, exercise, functional-medicine
Cellular Damage Suffered in Older Muscles is Especially Harsh Everyone knows that aging takes a toll on a body, including our cells. It also isn’t a surprise that exercising is good for one’s health in a variety of ways. The cellular damage suffered in older muscles...
by Dr. Betty Stasinos | Apr 10, 2017 | Active Health News, exercise, functional-medicine
Turf Toe “Turf toe” means that the strong fibrous ligaments connecting your big toe to your foot have been stretched too far and have been “sprained.” This most commonly happens when your big toe is extended forcibly toward the top of your foot. This may happen...
by John Panopoulos | Apr 4, 2017 | Active Health News, diet, exercise, functional-medicine
A new research study published in the British Medical Journal has found strong evidence linking obesity and the development of 11 types of cancer. The study found a connection between obesity and pancreatic, esophageal adenocarcinoma, colon, biliary tract system,...
by Website Administrator | Mar 12, 2017 | Active Health News, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, functional-medicine
Spring is coming! Gardening, bike riding, outdoor walking, running, golf… what are you most excited for? With all these new activities about to make their way into your daily routine, it’s a good idea to make sure your spine is ready to help you perform your best. You...
by John Panopoulos | Mar 12, 2017 | Active Health News, Chiropractic, functional-medicine
When you’re required to stand for long periods of time, consider wearing shock absorbent shoes or using an anti fatigue mat to stand on. Use of a footrest while standing can help relieve pressure on your back as well. Shock Absorbent Shoes It’s important to have...
by John Panopoulos | Mar 12, 2017 | Active Health News, exercise
Extended Instructions for Side Plank Lie on the floor on a soft rug or yoga mat. Raise up on your hands and knees. Set your knees directly below your hips and your hands slightly forward of your shoulders. Spread your palms, index fingers parallel or slightly turned...
