You are out hiking and twist your ankle. It hurts, but you make it back to your car without much problem. You notice you have some swelling and it is sore, so you head home for some good, old fashioned R.I.C.E. (rest, ice, compression, elevation). You pass it off, saying, “Oh, it’s just a sprain.” […]
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What Are Dermatomes and Myotomes?
The spinal cord and brain make up the central nervous system while the spinal nerves (branching to the spinal cord) and cranial nerves (branching to the brain) make up the peripheral nervous system. There are 31 sets of nerves that extend out of the spinal cord and are connected to it by the nerve root. […]
How Sugar Is Detrimental To Your Health
Most people now acknowledge just how bad sugar is. The problem is, many are not willing to give it up. The evidence is clear though, over the last three decades chronic disease like diabetes, cancer, and heart disease have grown exponentially in occurrences that correlate strongly with Americans’ ever-increasing intake of sugar. But while this […]
Vision 2030: Today I will…
Goal setting is important. In the process of creating 10 year, 5 year, 3 year, and 1 year goals, remember to focus on what you can do today. I start my days with a yellow notepad. My morning entry begins with “today I will…”. I write 5 items I want or need to accomplish today. […]
Why This 7-Minute Workout Is So Beneficial
Doctors are always telling us to exercise, exercise, exercise but they don’t really give us many realistic options. Going to the gym is a pain, especially if you are short on time. Exercising at home can be a real pain too. You might be limited for space or tripping over kids – and although no […]
Vision 2030: Feeling Inspired
Today I read the article “Cloudwalker” in the Farmington Valley magazine, Today. I love reading stories about overcoming adversity in life. Regardless of our race, religion, political affiliation, sexual orientation or financial status, we all face adversity. Overcoming our challenges is what life is all about and what gets us where we are going. There is […]
