by John Panopoulos | Sep 4, 2018 | Active Health News, diet, exercise, functional-medicine
Holiday goodies and extended snuggling under blankets could mean serious weight gain. Each year, it is getting harder and harder to shed weight. As you age, you tend to lose half a pound of muscle mass and add a pound of fat each year. This year, take a pro-active...
by Dr. Betty Stasinos | Sep 1, 2018 | Active Health News, diet, functional-medicine
To avoid boredom, which is often accompanied by a snack craving, try this trick. 25 minutes on, 15 minutes off – set a timer on your computer or phone to keep track of activity. Sedentary activities like computer work can be done in 25 minute intervals with 15 minutes...
by Dr. Betty Stasinos | Aug 30, 2018 | Active Health News, Chiropractic, functional-medicine
Carpal tunnel syndrome? Maybe not. Learn about a condition called Pronator Syndrome, which mimics the numbness and pain of carpal tunnel. Your Median Nerve begins in your neck and travels down your arm on its way to your hand. This nerve is responsible for sensation...
by John Panopoulos | Aug 30, 2018 | Active Health News, Chiropractic, exercise, functional-medicine
Spinal stenosis is a common cause of low back and sciatica in those over age 50. A new study on the treatment of stenosis concluded: “An increase in utilization of surgery has been noted. However, surgery has no significant benefit over more conservative options.” We...
by John Panopoulos | Aug 30, 2018 | Active Health News, Chiropractic, functional-medicine, pain-relief
Some tips to stay healthy for avid fans of bicycle fitnessProper adjustment of your bicycle helps to minimize fatigue, discomfort, and overuse injury. The following guidelines should help fit your bike to your body:Choose the right size bike – a rough estimate for...
by Betty Stasinos | Aug 28, 2018 | Active Health News, Chiropractic, exercise, functional-medicine
A new (very large) European Spine Journal Study found that chiropractic spinal manipulation does not increase the risk of disc herniation: “The risk for acute disc herniation associated with chiropractic visits was no higher than the risk associated with primary care...
