Traditional treatments that really work – olive oil massage for arthritis pain. A 2012 study compared olive oil massage to the use of Piroxicam gel (an anti-inflammatory painkiller) in 58 people with osteoarthritis of the knee – and found threefold greater reduction in pain in the olive oil group after four weeks. Olive oil contains […]
Strength training uses weight to build muscle tone that supports the joints. Whether you choose to work out at home or a gym, pay attention to technique. Working out in front of a mirror can help. Try to commit to exercise at least three times a week. You can mix it up, though. It doesn’t […]
Strengthening all the muscle groups, but particularly those surrounding joints, is really important. Our muscles support the joint and effectively hold it in place. If they’re weak then the joint can become unstable and this in turn can increase the risk of arthritis, as well as making movements stiffer. A review of studies found muscle […]
Even if you have had a good quality and refreshing sleep, you can still feel tired in the day because of imbalanced blood sugar levels. This is normally due to not eating regularly enough, or not having a great composition of meals, for example not combining carbohydrates and protein in every single meal. Introducing a […]
We don’t have to stress about inviting in lots of different ways to be mindful… we just have to do the one thing we’re doing, mindfully. It can start first thing in the morning, with the simplest of actions; making that first cup of tea or coffee, or your breakfast smoothie, for example. Make that […]
We assume that keeping our glucose levels steady is an issue solely for diabetics, but it is vital for all of us to make sure we are educated on the importance of glucose tracking for optimal health. Glucose spikes can lead to issues such as prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, weight gain and lack of […]
The answer is not as simple as you may think. You can plank daily, but the length of time you should hold a plank for can vary from 10 seconds to a minute. Here’s why: Your form matters most. Keeping perfect form is the goal – only do it as long as you can keep […]
Bloating happens to the best of us, and it’s usually nothing to worry about. But it can make you feel super uncomfortable, and chances are you want to get rid of that feeling ASAP. While you can reach for an over-the-counter aid for relief, you’ll likely want to try foods that help with bloating first. […]
Are you thinking about getting a Personal Trainer, but you’re not sure if it’s for you? Do you feel confused as to what they can offer, or are you worried about making sure you find someone who is qualified? The following article from the National Register of Personal Trainers will hopefully help to answer some […]
Aim to spend a few hours each week in a green space, enjoying the sights, sounds and smells. It’s great to just stop, look around, breathe in the smell of the trees and appreciate the pattern of light passing through the leaves. Pausing to notice your environment in this way shifts your focus outwards, makes […]