It is hard to believe that August is here but don’t panic, there is plenty of time to get outdoors and enjoy some sunny Vitamin D! While protection from the sun is very important, too much time indoors playing computer games and watching television can lead to potential problems from lack of exposure to the […]
Education, Medication, Diet, and Exercise The list of diseases such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and stroke that can be managed, cured or prevented is endless. Certainly, cholesterol and heart disease are at the top of the list. Studies clearly demonstrate that managing cholesterol through education, medication, diet and exercise can significantly reduce the risk […]
Provisional Bag/First Aide Kit It is one week away from the 27th Steamtown Marathon. This column is dedicated to all the runners preparing for the big day. One small piece of advice; start slowly, avoid the first mile adrenaline sprint downhill, and enjoy the journey! Remember, only one Olympic marathon winner (Juan Zabala, Argentina, 1932) […]
During a recent “lunch-and-learn” meeting at our office, several younger staff members were discussing the use of supplements to compliment their fitness routines. One such staff member, Lily Smith, a physical therapy student aid at our clinic from the University of Scranton, is also a serious weight training and fitness enthusiast and shared her experience […]
According to The Council for Responsible Nutrition, 77 percent of adults in the United States take dietary supplements. These supplements are available in many forms of pills, capsules, powders, gel tabs, extracts, or liquids. Vitamins and minerals are common supplements and, of these, multivitamins are the most widely consumed. The scientific literature does not support […]
