Do you know anyone with an artificial limb? If you said no, you’re probably wrong! Modern prostheses (proper name of an artificial limb) work so effectively and can look so convincing that you might not even know someone was using one. People with prosthetic legs can often climb stairs, walk, and run as well as those using natural limbs, while prosthetic hands have advanced to the point of individual control of all five fingers. You might think prostheses look boring, but they are among the world’s truly great inventions. By creating independence, they boost optimism and dramatically improve people’s lives.
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Suffering from Plantar Fasciitis?
When tiny tears occur in the thick, fibrous band of tissue reaching from your heel to your toes (called “fascia”), inflammation and pain are the result. This is plantar fasciitis and left untreated, can produce heel spurs. A number of things can contribute to plantar fasciitis. While men can get plantar fasciitis, it’s more common in women. You’re also more likely to suffer from this condition as you age, or if you’re overweight or on your feet for several hours a day. VoxxLife socks and insoles are proven to reduce pain and improve circulation, thereby encouraging healing.
Little Pains Become Big Ones
Most people after a car accident will complain about some minor pain, but do nothing about it. This is concerning, as 15-40% of the time, the minor pain becomes lifelong chronic pain. Over time, your body has an amazing ability to mute the pain, but the problem is still there. Only a chiropractic assessment will show you if you’re out of alignment, and often it can take weeks before you know just how bad the accident actually was. Don’t just “live with it”, because most big pains start out as little ones. Plus, MPI covers treatment after an accident.
Learning-Related Vision Disorders
While 20/20 vision is a great start, our vision is also related to how well our eyes work together with our brain to process visual information. Many children who suffer with vision problems can go undiagnosed, since learning-related vision disorders may not be revealed through a regular eye exam. Lack of eye movement control, focusing difficulties, poor visual memory, and much more can make learning seem overwhelming. Without fundamental visual skills, children may have more difficulty with reading, writing, and comprehension at school. A developmental optometrist diagnoses and provides treatment options for learning-related vision disorders.
No More Headaches
Stress. Poor circulation. Adrenal imbalance. Liver toxins. Sinus pressure. Eye strain. Hormonal imbalance. Cerebellar (brain) fatigue. What do these have in common? They can all cause headaches and migraines. When you find out what triggers the headaches, you can treat the cause, not just the symptoms. The most effective way to do this is with nutritional testing. If an area of the body that causes headaches/migraines is found to be nutrient deficient, specific nutritional formulations can be taken to help the body heal the weak or imbalanced area. Remember! Treating the cause = no more headaches!
Drink More Water In The Summer
Water intake is a very crucial part of our daily lives. As you probably already know, the human adult body is made up of 60% water. It plays an important role in allowing the human body to function properly. Taking this into consideration, as the days are getting warmer due to increasing temperatures and humidity, there is a higher possibility of losing water in the body, which results in dehydration. The water is lost as sweat, which evaporates to help cool the body. Therefore, it is crucial that an individual meet the average water intake of 11-15 glasses per day.
Avoid Painful Gardening
Have you ever had pain after a long day of gardening? Gardening often involves sustained bent over postures that put a lot of strain through our backs and limbs. Here are a few tips to prevent this from happening this year. First, try to set realistic goals about the amount of work you can accomplish in one day. There is nothing wrong with spreading it out over a few days or weeks. Second, find a cushion to put under your knees instead of bending over at the waist for longer periods of time. Your knees and back will thank you! And the last piece of advice is to switch up the task at hand frequently.
Estrogen Dominance Isn’t Rare
Estrogen dominance (ED) is becoming increasingly common because we’re constantly being exposed to estrogen-like substances in our food supply and environment. The substances are natural phytoestrogens, hormones administered to farmed animals and fish, or endocrine disruptors like BPA. ED may cause abnormally painful menstruation, uterine fibroid, endometriosis, and fertility problems in women. It may also cause sexual dysfunction, depression, and obesity in both genders. Unfortunately, it often isn’t noted as a disease in mainstream medicine. The good news is that there are several natural supplements and products that can help to relieve this disorder.
Online Dating Vs. a Matchmaker
Online dating can be exhausting, dangerous and demoralizing. Hours of searching profiles, followed by unsuccessful date after date can result in dating ‘burn out’. Furthermore, when it comes to online dating, you never know who you are really meeting. You have no idea about their actual age and relationship status, their true intentions or if they have a criminal history. Online dating can be extremely dangerous. This is why I recommend a professional matchmaker. An experienced matchmaker will introduce you to the right match, who is screened, and hand picked for you. Finding true love is important and hiring a matchmaker could be the best decision you ever make.
The Diet/Mental Health Connection
Studies around the world are now confirming that diet affects mental health. Take one study, for example, where researchers in China and the U.S. found that when observing nearly 5,000 adults over the age of 60, those who were malnourished were 31% more likely to be depressed than those who weren’t malnourished. Another study of 500 participants over the age of 67 found that adding olive oil or mixed nuts to one’s diet can improve cognitive function. In a meta-analysis of over 34,000 people, researchers found that participants who followed a Mediterranean diet were less likely to develop cognitive disorders.
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Daily Posture Strategies
Chronic back and neck problems can be caused over time due to poor posture. Using ergonomic chairs when sitting for extended periods and using footrests at desks can be of great assistance. When standing, ensure your arms are resting at your side, your shoulders are pulled back to open up your chest, your knees are bent slightly, and your stomach is tucked in for core strength (pulling your belly button towards your spine). When carrying a bag or purse, remember to alternate sides. Finally, breathe deeply and balanced – this helps engage the proper postural muscles!
