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Posture

Did your mom tell you to stand up straight when you were a kid?

Well mom was onto something there. Typically, poor posture is related to lack of exercise (or improper exercise), incorrect body mechanics, prolonged sitting or standing (especially on poor flooring or with poor footwear), a sedentary lifestyle, muscular imbalances and/or lack of flexibility. Other reasons include medical conditions and injuries. Poor posture can even occur due to stress (think how your shoulders and neck tense up when you are stressed…it impacts your posture).

KINGS, SALT AND HEALTH

There is a Czech children’s fairytale called “Salt over Gold”. My parents used to read me the story about how a king realized that his kingdom could survive without gold and wealth but not without salt. Without salt the people were unhappy, they were missing the ‘spice of life’.

HORSES, EXERCISE AND WINSTON CHURCHILL

April is a time when many horse lovers are eager to hop into the saddle for their first spring ride. Horseback riding is a wonderful way to enjoy the outdoors with our friends and family (human and equine). Some of my fondest memories of country life are of riding with my dad on our beautiful horses, Tex and Shadow.

Exercise and Endorphin Euphoria

Have you ever worked out really, really hard and afterwards felt relaxed, extremely positive and euphoric (feeling of well being)?

ANTIOXIDANTS IN A HEALTHY DIET

What is an antioxidant? Antioxidants are substances that prevent damage to cells by neutralizing free radicals. Some examples include Vitamin A, C, E, carotenoids and various enzymes. So what are free radicals then? Unstable molecules that attack stable molecules and can damage or kill healthy cells.

THE SPOT REDUCTION MYTH

The best way to lose fat off your stomach is to do crunches, right?

WRONG!

Pet a puppy, cuddle a cat

The positive impact pets may have on our mental and physical health has been shown time and time again. Here are just a few of the many ways a pet can help us be healthier and happier: