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Study: Walking Staves Off Lower Back Pain Recurrence

If you’ve recovered from lower back pain, try walking away from a recurrence. New research out of Australia shows that folks who started a walking regimen kept recurrent back pain episodes at bay for much longer than people who didn’t. “We don’t know exactly why walking is so… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David […]

Published on June 20, 2024

Diet Changes That Lower Blood Pressure

More than 100 million Americans, nearly half the U.S. adult population, have high blood pressure, which is a major risk factor for heart disease. Ideally, the American Heart Association (AHA) says our blood pressure readings should be 120/80 milliliters of mercury (mm… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is […]

Published on June 19, 2024

How to Stay Cool and Safe During the Heat Wave

A record-breaking heat wave is spreading across the United States, baking the Northeast and Midwest with high temperatures and sweltering humidity. Everyone is at risk for heat-related illness as body temperatures rise, experts warn. Heat stroke, heat exhaustion and heat… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder […]

Published on June 19, 2024