Constipation is a product of the refined foods often seen in modern, technologically advanced cultures. These societies learn about the value of fiber in the diet. Fiber of any kind is the solution to difficulty moving the bowels. There are many forms of fiber. Soluble or insoluble. Natural or artificial. Vegetable or fruit. All areContinue reading “STOP STRAINING TO MOVE THE BOWELS”
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THINGS THAT MAKE LIFE EASIER AND HEALTHIER – Part 7
Do you wear shoes with shoelaces? Are you tired of them untying themselves? Is it a big hassle to untie a secure double knot? Well, then, tie your shoelaces like this: Easy, huh? When you travel, bring along a few plastic bags that seal. They come in handy. Also, take a larger plastic bag toContinue reading “THINGS THAT MAKE LIFE EASIER AND HEALTHIER – Part 7”
LOCALIZED MUSCLE PAIN
Localized musculoskeletal pain is often caused by spasm of the muscle. Imaging studies may reveal various abnormalities, including arthritis, narrowed joint space (bone on bone), or osteoporosis. In the spine, findings may include spinal stenosis or spondylolisthesis. None of these findings guarantee that any one or more of them are the cause of your pain. Continue reading “LOCALIZED MUSCLE PAIN”
THINGS THAT MAKE LIFE EASIER AND HEALTHIER — Part 6
Snack foods for health: steamed broccoli, baked chips, pretzels, rice cakes, a little jam on bread instead of butter or margarine, Make a shopping list before you go to the grocery store. Plan this field trip. always go food shopping after you’ve eaten, so hunger doesn’t dictate what you buy. Don’t buy anything impulsively. Don’tContinue reading “THINGS THAT MAKE LIFE EASIER AND HEALTHIER — Part 6”
ROSH HASHANAH AND PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY
Parashat Nitzavim begins with a call for ALL the Jewish people to stand together. The men, the women, and the children are all to be a community. We thrive in our community. Our community supports us and we work with others for the betterment of all. We derive many benefits, including education, spiritual strength,Continue reading “ROSH HASHANAH AND PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY”
FINDING HEALTH
There are many things that interfere with our good health. On the other hand, it’s exciting and energizing to recognize that we can choose to address a few of these attackers and work to counteract them. The more you control the little things, the more life’s big things will be controlled. What are we upContinue reading “FINDING HEALTH”
THINGS THAT MAKE LIFE EASIER AND HEALTHIER – Part 5
If your electronic device (TV, radio, light fixture, etc.) has manual controls, use them. Yes, get up and change the channel, adjust the volume, increase the lumens. It’s an opportunity to move around. The remote control robs you of these options and their health benefits. Use small plates and bowls when you have your meals.Continue reading “THINGS THAT MAKE LIFE EASIER AND HEALTHIER – Part 5”
THE PROBLEM WITH INFLAMMATION
The greatest natural threat to the survival of the human race is infectious disease. Pathogenic microorganisms have killed more people than the sum mortality of all wars. To combat this threat, our bodies developed systems to destroy, inactivate, and block the transmission of these invaders. These defenses include the skin barrier, immune deterrence, and inflammatoryContinue reading “THE PROBLEM WITH INFLAMMATION”
THINGS THAT MAKE LIFE EASIER AND HEALTHIER – PART 3
Do you smoke cigarettes? You know it’s bad for your health. Maybe you should stop, but it isn’t so easy. Smoking helps you relax. Maybe it keeps you focused. Cigarettes help you keep the weight off. You might be addicted to nicotine. There are many reasons that keep people from stopping this habit. If youContinue reading “THINGS THAT MAKE LIFE EASIER AND HEALTHIER – PART 3”
WAITING FOR THE ALARM? MAKE SURE THE DAY FEELS GOOD
Do you set your bedside alarm clock 5-10 minutes before you must get going in the morning? If you don’t, you should. That time can be used to reduce stiffness, waken your circulation, and put you in touch with your body. What a great idea! Institute a simple program to heal yourself and prevent someContinue reading “WAITING FOR THE ALARM? MAKE SURE THE DAY FEELS GOOD”
Health and Spirit by Dr. Jack Zoldan 