It’s August already which means back to school for the kids! Here is a checklist to go through to make your children are protecting their spines as they head to class! Purchase a light-weight backpack that has wide, padded, shoulder straps. Wear both shoulder straps one over each shoulder. Make sure the shoulder straps are…
Up to two-thirds of women have reported some sort of back pain during pregnancy. Back pain is a common complaint during pregnancy for several reasons. First, the center of gravity of the woman changes. As the baby grows, the body weight shifts forward to accommodate the expanding uterus. This makes it harder to find the…
Water (H2O) is an essential component that makes up our body. It is required for our cells and organs to function properly. Water allows our body to control its temperature, to transport nutrients and remove wastes, and aids in numerous chemical processes that happen continuously within our cells. It is the best liquid for our…
We have all heard the saying, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” Well there is a lot of truth to this statement. Having a good, quality breakfast can help prepare your body for the day ahead. We want to choose foods that are wholesome and provide good fuel to give us energy…
Having a new baby around is an exciting time, but it can be somewhat taxing on your body! Here are some tips to literally help relieve the stress on your body from some common tasks of a new parent or grandparent, and to keep you pain-free and moving around well. Tip 1: Diaper Changing Ergonomics Newborns need frequent…