Explaining the pop
If you’ve ever wondered what that noise is when you crack your knuckles or your osteopath manipulates your back, here’s the scienece behind it:
http://m.livescience.com/50495-knuckles-cracking-pop-explained.html
Vitamin D against Diabetes and Dementia
Go outside and get some vitamin D today. Regular small doses of sun without sun lotion are actually good for you. You just need to be careful, considering the colour of your skin and the strength of the sun, not to burn. So we are talking about15 minutes to start with, even in the UK, not 3 hours. You also may want to cover your face with a hat or SPF to avoid any ageing effects on this delicate skin. You can supplement with oral vitamin D but it’s not as effective as sunlight.
How much exercise should you be doing?
Best exercise level? 450mins per week of mostly moderate exercise ie walking for around an hour a day. Can you incorporate more walking into your daily life or commute? Get out at lunch on this beautiful day and explore your neighbourhood for about 30 minutes and do your body and brain a favour.
Are your shoes part of the problem?
As this video discusses, maybe your shoes are creating your foot problems, which can also be leading to pain elsewhere in the body. Do your shoes allow your toes to spread and move, or do they keep them held together? Which can lead to flatfoot and bunions.
Insulin, Blood Sugar and Type II Diabetes
The science as to why a low sugar/ low carb diet is better for your health and will probably aid with weight loss. Eating large amounts of carbohydrates overloads the insulin system pushing you towards a diabetic state.
Problems getting to sleep?
If you really can’t switch off your computer or phone late at night then try installing this to at least reduce the blue light emitted by your screens and give your brain a chance to secrete melatonin and feel sleepy.
More reasons to exercise
A component of cancer treatment and dementia prevention – 2 more reasons to get a regular exercise habit. It’s going to be a lovely spring day in London today, at the very least get out for a walk at lunchtime.
Cortisone Injections
Are you thinking about getting a cortisone injection? – if so this is worth a read
Explain Low Back Pain
This video has some useful information about your low back pain and what is the best course of action for different types of pain. If you’re not sure, come in and get assessed.