You Know You Shouldn’t, But Do You Know Why?

You Know You Shouldn’t, But Do You Know Why?

If you’ve been diagnosed with osteoporosis or low bone mass, you’ve probably heard that you should avoid bending (or rounding) your spine forward. But do you know why?  Let’s do a deeper dive into why posture, particularly as related to your bone health, is so...
How and Why to Get Those ZZZ’s

How and Why to Get Those ZZZ’s

WHY A SOLID SNOOZE IS SO IMPORTANT As a result of the large uptick in sleep research over the last several years, we now know that good sleep quality is a predictor of physical health, mental health, and vitality.  There is growing evidence that high-quality sleep can...
Let’s Go Play in the Dirt

Let’s Go Play in the Dirt

Spring has arrived and gardeners everywhere are creating their “to do” lists.  The joys of gardening don’t need to be outlined for devotees, but let’s explore the health benefits that may not be so well known.  And perhaps if you’ve been wondering if you should give...