High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has been shown to be one of the most effective exercise programs for weight loss. But can it also help the chiropractic patient? What is HIIT? HIIT is an exercise program that incorporates short bursts of intense exercise followed by slow exercise. Because it is so effective, people often see better […]
The word calorie is a fairly common word. ‘Ice cream is loaded with calories’ or ‘Watch your calories to lose weight’, ‘Count the calories’, etc… But when people talk about calories in food, what exactly are they referring to? Let’s find out. A calorie is a unit of measurement, a unit of energy. When you […]
Their basal metabolic rate it is a tool that trainers and nutritionists use as a starting point when developing a weight loss program. We all know what basal metabolism is: the dictionary defines it as “the amount of energy consumed by an organism at rest simply to maintain its basic functions.” Basal metabolic rate (BMR) […]
One of the reasons many people buy a treadmill is because of the treadmill’s cushioning which offers shock absorption upon stepping and results in a lower impact workout compared to walking or running on pavement. Treadmill cushioning has come a long way in recent years. In fact, I’m impressed with some of the treadmill shock-absorbing […]
Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder The opioid use epidemic has reached epidemic proportions in the United States. In 2016, there were approximately 2.1 million people with opioid use disorder. In 2017, 47,000 people died from opioid overdoses. Opioid addiction is associated with a range of physical, psychological, and social consequences. In addition to the risk […]
The big occasion is a month away, you have added weight, the suit does not fit you as you would have loved it, the wedding dress is too tight. You must have in this kind of situation or someone close to you has experience. What can you do? Lose weight fast, everyone says, but how. […]
Residential Treatment Center There are many differences between an inpatient and residential treatment center. Inpatient care is typically less intensive, but residential care is still considered an inpatient treatment. Both types of programs provide medical, psychological, and social support. Many of them also provide community-based services, such as outpatient therapy and support groups. An outpatient […]
While cardio plays an important role in weight loss, this must be combined with a proper diet if long-term benefits are still to be achieved and maintained. In fact, proper diet is a key factor when trying to lose weight and improve your overall health. However, when combined with the proper cardio exercises for weight […]
Dos and Don’ts of Osteoporosis Maintenance of bone density is achieved through long-term routine loading on our bones, which will return to pre-training density when exercise is discontinued. To better keep what you have and avoid further loss, follow these rules: DO exercise with foot weights every day. The other day an osteoporotic client in […]
A friend of mine who recently lost nearly 150 pounds after gastric bypass was sharing her excitement with an acquaintance. She was excited because all of her type II diabetes symptoms were gone and she is no longer taking any medication; she feels healthier than ever in her life. Then the acquaintance, a lifelong skinny […]