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Listen to Dr. Brad break it down, or if you prefer a read; here you go! Antibiotics can be useful for bacterial infections -not so much for viral infections. That one we can all wrap our heads around.
Sometimes we take an antibiotic even though we are not quite sure what kind of infection we have going on; and we do find relief. Does that mean "it worked?"
For anyone Dr Brad has recommended the curling dead lift exercise to— here you go! Start light and see how you feel.
We've been hearing our patients' concerns and questions regarding the body's ability to fight off illnesses and viruses. Dr. Brad put together a class overview to help provide answers and specific direction to support all of the immune system lines of defense.
If you give a kid a cookie, it's at least better than a mountain dew!
As we continue to keep your immune system going strong, let's talk about sugar(s). Inflammation is a key to overall health and the immune system's virus killing powers - the less inflammation the body is having to deal with the more effective our immune system can run.
Is your shoulder stiff? Limited in range of motion? Does it flare up now and then?
You may benefit from some shoulder rotation exercises.
The rotator cuff is made up of four muscles; the subscapularis, teres minor, supraspinatus, and infraspinatus that work together to assist the shoulder joint and arm movements.
Careful exercise can boost the specific muscles that haven’t been doing their job. Recovery through exercise can help improve strength, movement and reduce pain.
The little decisions we make on any given day can make a big difference on how well our immune system will work. You can help yourself! Find out how here.
Hear a bit about Inflammation and how it is hard on our immune system. One piece Dr. Brad talks about today is having to do with our diet.
And we know, during this time of COVID-19 it’s tough to press into improving daily eating habits. There is an emotional component to food. Yet, less inflammation helps to boost our energy levels, and overall mood.
Let’s do some little things. Small changes can go a long way. 💫
What’s good for you is good for all of you. Including others you may be sheltering with during this time of COVID-19.
These tips can help you manage your day-to-day life with some soothing supportive options. Good for the mind, body and the immune system.
Who knew? Part of body’s first line of defense is its mucous membranes. They play an important role in protecting and fighting off viruses that enter our throats, nasal passages and lungs. And what helps activate those membranes is to move!
Is anyone around here feeling confused?
Overwhelmed? Afraid? Isolated? We hear you.
There’s a head-swirling amount of information out there right now about COVID-19 and, in many ways, life has been turned upside down. We thought it might be helpful to our Hope Clinic community if we chimed in with a few thoughts—and some encouraging words.
Come springtime your liver is hard at work. As the snow melts and the lakes thaw, your body kicks into detoxing. This is good work, but it comes with some symptoms. People can struggle with irritability, headaches, body aches and flu-like symptoms.
Hey northerners! Are you getting the chance to head south to vacation in a warm climate?!?! GOOD FOR YOU! Soak in those warm temps and sunshine.
A vacation in the sun is not the time to be getting sick. You want to enjoy your time (as well as avoid getting sick when adjusting to getting back home).
Flying off to somewhere fun? You want to be well when you get to where you’re going.
That enclosed space in the plane is just one reason people get sick when they fly.
But one main thing that can get overlooked is plane travel is very dehydrating. When we get above the clouds
Fall, this is a tricky time. With school in full swing, schedule changes, and more to think through. There is a tendency to feel overwhelmed or stressed out. We are adapting to cooler weather both emotionally and physically. With change it’s normal to grieve. Basically, things around you are changing. Your body is clearing. This affects the body, emotions and mind.
Last time you got the cough, how did you pass the nights? Did you endure the rib-shattering coughing fits or did you slide down a little cough syrup? But guess what? There are other options to help with a cough.
Summer! With a good balance in the body this can be a time of balance for the heart and mind. Joy, calm, connection, and space. This can also be a time of odd symptoms that can wear on us both physically and mentally.
Nothing disrupts a fun summer afternoon more than painful sunburns! Your daughter just came home from the beach and her back is looking a little lobster-like. What should you do when you get a sunburn?
Insomnia has been shown to cause a greater risk of strokes, heart disease, and a whole host of other health issues. Thankfully, there are some solutions. So whether you or someone you love struggles to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up feeling rested—this article is for you.
Essential oils can be an extremely useful and effective way to support your body. In their very nature, essential oils are extremely pure products. The purer an essential oil is, the more refined it is, which means it begins to act more like a chemical.
Have you ever experienced a traumatic sports injury? We talk a lot around here about the body’s incredible ability to heal itself. So ponder this: most athletic-related injuries happen because there is an internal imbalance in the body.
