Archive for November 2021
Best SLEEP POSITION for people with PAIN
Dr. Furlan is a pain specialist in Toronto Canada. She only provides medical advice for patients in Ontario. To be referred please go to www.TAPMIpain.ca Dr. Furlan does not provide medical advice over social media or by email.
Read MoreDIMENSIONS OF HOLISTIC HEALTH
Holistic health is based on the idea that well-being is a connection between mind, body and spirit, and individuals are composed of all these parts. When one of these parts is off-balance, an individual’s well-being can be affected. With this in mind, holistic health focuses on the healing and maintenance of the whole person, rather…
Read More10 MINUTE YOGA FOR STRESS RELIEF – Relieve stress in 10 min – Quick yoga flow for all levels
10 minute yoga for stress relief! This is a quick yoga flow for all levels designed to relieve stress in 10 min. This yoga practice is super relaxing and is great at helping reduce tension. This yoga class can be done morning or evening or really anytime you need to de-stress. Since this is for…
Read More15-minute Sample Workout for Older Adults
his workout for seniors begins with a simple exercise warmup. Sandy then leads the group through a series of strength and balance exercises, starting with 10 arm curls. She then demonstrates how to perform the overhead arm raise while holding the arms at a 90-degree angle using weights, such as soup cans, water bottles, or…
Read MoreNutrition for a Healthy Life
Nutrition is the intake of food in relation to the dietary needs of the body. Good nutrition (a sufficient and balanced diet combined with regular physical exercise) is a fundamental element of good health.
Read MoreMental Health Wellness Tips
Our mental health is in constant flux and ebbs and flows on a daily basis. Many things can impact this including our physical health. The connection between our physical body and our mental health is important and may be something worth exploring when thinking about staying mentally healthy. Learn more about whole health and what…
Read More10 Benefits Of Exercise On The Brain And Body – Why You Need Exercise
3 Improve Mental Health Physical exercise is a great mood enhancer. The feeling of elation experienced after exercise is real and should be used as an alternative stress reliever. A 2010 study conducted for eight weeks showed a significant decrease in the amygdala after yoga and meditation. The amygdala is the part of the brain…
Read MoreHealthy Eating & Nutrition for Children Ages 6-12
Peer pressure and TV commercials for junk food can make getting your children to eat well an uphill struggle. Factor in your own hectic schedule and it’s no wonder so many kids’ diets are built around convenience and takeout food. But switching to a healthy diet can have a profound effect on your child’s health,…
Read MoreSocial Wellness: Overall Health
Human beings are social creatures. We need the companionship of others to thrive in life, and the strength of our connections has a huge impact on our mental health and happiness. Being socially connected to others can ease stress, anxiety, and depression, boost self-worth, provide comfort and joy, prevent loneliness, and even add years to…
Read MoreThe best sleeping position for back pain, neck pain, and sciatica – Tips from a physical therapist
The best sleeping position for you is one that is comfortable and holds your spine in the correct posture: The bottom line is the best sleeping position for you is which ever position you find to be the most comfortable while keeping your spine in as neutral a position as possible. Make sure you are…
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