Hiking is great exercise while traveling, but for building muscle strength and bone density, you need strength training. The go-to tool for that is weight lifting, either with hand weights, kettle balls, or barbells. New research shows resistance training with bands may be even better.
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Top Posture Training Devices for Chronic Back Pain Relief
Comparison of several lumbar support posture correction devices.
Many older people develop kyphosis (hunch back) or scoliosis (side to side curve in the spine) as a result of poor posture. This can cause other conditions like chronic headaches, sciatica or backaches.
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I learned about vibration plates for exercise years before my osteoporosis diagnosis. In 2020 I purchased a ‘teeter-totter’ style vibration plate from Amazon for around $100. I used it until I learned it was ineffective for bone health and could possibly be harmful.
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My Osteoporosis Journey
My mother became interested in nutrition when I was a teenager. She read some Adele Davis books and started changing our diet, which up to that point had been pretty much the standard Canadian diet. It was high in sugar and starches, including some processed foods, though we did have mostly home cooked meals and homemade lunches rather than fast food.
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What is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a treatment that involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized environment. Initially developed for treating decompression sickness, I discovered that it can also have significant benefits for overall health and longevity.
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Pain is one of the most frequent problems as our bodies age. There are many ways to deal with it…over the counter analgesics, prescription medications, massage, heat or topical creams and lotions. One thing that I have found helpful is Red Light therapy. I’ve invested in several red light devices over the years, including a red light panel, a body wrap and a red light laser device. All of them can be helpful in dealing with localized pain issues.
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Understanding Keystone Species in Yogurt Production
Dr. William Davis is a pioneer in the field of probiotics and the gut microbiome. I read his book Super Gut last year and realized that many of our chronic health issues are related to gut microbiome imbalances. He lists some of the keystone species that are vital for gut health, and talks about how to replenish those.
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