2014
What Is Neuroplasticity?
As has been demonstrated time and again, the human brain is a true marvel of evolution. A perfect example of the brain’s complexity and adaptability is neuroplasticity—but what exactly is it? Scientists use the term “plasticity” to generally refer to the brain’s ability to change. We know now that it
A Simple Change to Combat Obesity
How many times have you heard the admonishment “slow down and chew your food”? (Combat Obesity) For many people, the answer is “countless times.” But it turns out that mom was right—slowing down and chewing your food thoroughly is a great idea, as it helps to reduce obesity. Obesity has
Teens and Bedtime: How to Cope With Changing Sleep Patterns
Changing Sleep Patterns: Is your teenager staying up too late, only to have to rise early the next morning to catch the school bus? For growing teenagers, getting a full night’s rest is essential to good health—there is absolutely no substitute for it. Studies have shown that many teens are
How to Turn Raking Leaves into a Healthy Workout
One of the most effective ways to get and keep getting physical exercise is to make it an enjoyable job. While raking leaves may not be at the top of your list of fun tasks, that attitude can change with a few tips. Fall is here, and for many people,
More Evidence of the Brain-Body Health Connection: Cardio Fitness Early in Life Gives a Boost to Memory Later in Life
Evidence of the Brain-Body Health Connection:`In recent years, there have been a number of studies concluding that people who are more active and engage in cardiovascular fitness exercise when they are young are more likely to remain physically healthy when they are older. The most recent studies are starting to
3 Spinal Decompression Options Explained
Severe back pain is not just unpleasant—it can be debilitating, preventing you from performing your daily routine and even confining you to bed for days. In decades past, patients suffering from spinal issues were often given incapacitating pain medication, told to avoid physical activity, referred for physical therapy, and when
A Brief History of Physical Education in America’s Schools
School-based American physical education’s history goes all the way back to Greece in 386 B.C. at Plato’s school, named simply Akademia, or “The Academy.” The Greek philosopher well understood the importance of physical fitness. He was, after all, an athlete, particularly skilled as a wrestler. In fact, he is quoted as
Do Cooler Temperatures Really Help With Weight Loss?
Those who are a bit overweight and are trying to lose a few pounds are generally aware of many of the factors that make it harder to lose weight: the prevalence of high-fat, high-sugar junk foods everywhere we go, inactivity dictated by jobs that keep us at our desk all
Learning to Love the Gym: Top 10 Tips for Keeping Your Workouts Interesting
With America’s obesity epidemic on the rise, it has never been more important for people to get regular physical workouts. There are a great number of benefits gained by getting regular exercise at the gym—but a big problem with regular exercise is that it can get very boring. Here’s how
Growth Plate Injuries: What Parents Should Know
For a child, falling down is almost inevitable and generally doesn’t result in a trip to the emergency room. However, even minor falls can sometimes cause serious injuries. If you hear a cracking sound or if your child has bruising, swelling, or a limb deformity, there’s a chance your child
