Natural Relief: Why CBD is Effective for Pain and Inflammation
CBD is an abbreviation for “Cannabidiol.” It is an element of the resin found in hemp plants. Cannabidiol is not to be confused with Delta-9 Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). THC is the ingredient partially responsible for the “high” that some users experience when they smoke marijuana. CBD, by contrast, does not have addictive properties. It is for this reason that CBD is sometimes prescribed as a natural medicine.
Forms Available
Vaporizer e-cigarettes (or “vape”) pens are an increasingly common method of consuming CBD. The smoke comes from boiling CBD oil. The effects can be felt in as little as 30 seconds. Straight CBD oil can also be consumed through a dropper or spray. Topical applications of CBD are mixed into carrier materials like beeswax or coconut oil. If you put CBD into a pill or mix it into an edible it may take up to 30 minutes or more for you to feel the high.
Use in Treatment
Use of cannabis for medical purposes is now legal in many states. In some cases marijuana itself is still illegal but there are permissions for CBD oil in treating severe forms of epilepsy. Most states still require a prescription to use it. Your healthcare provider is the first place to start if you are thinking about incorporating CBD oilinto your treatment plan. Your doctor will have the most up-to-date information about legality and side effects.
Effectiveness against Pain
Marijuana has a long and storied history of pain treatment. The first reports of this medical usage date from at least 2900 B.C. It is effective because of the body’s own endocannabinoid system, or ECS. These endocannabinoids bind to the cannabinoid receptors found in your nervous system. CBD affects endocannabinoid receptors which could then treat chronic pain.
Effectiveness against Inflammation
The aforementioned receptors also contribute to inflammation. The specific culprits involved here are the CB1 and CB2 receptors. The CB2 receptors are particularly tied to the immune system and therefore the body’s response to inflammation. CBD targets the CB2 receptors to calm inflammation. Patients with arthritis and other similar disorders can apply CBD balms to the affected joints or muscles for relief.
Don’t be surprised or discouraged if you don’t feel that CBD is an effective form of treatment. Continue to work with your healthcare provider to find the dosage or form that works for you.
DON’T SET FOOT AT THE BEACH OR POOL THIS SUMMER IF YOU’RE USING THESE SKINCARE PRODUCTS
You’re all set for a fun day in the sun with your wide-brimmed hat to shield you from the UV rays, and you have given your waterproof SPF 30 or higher plenty of time to absorb into your skin. To play it safe, you have brought more suntan lotion to reapply after swimming or sweating. You are a dermatologist’s dream- or so you think! Have you given any thought to what you applied to your skin the night before or that morning before your set out for your day? The answer is you probably have not if you have concocted a skincare regimen that works for your skin type. The problem: What is effective for Winter, Spring and Fall, can cause significant photo-sensitivity (read burning) and other skin complications come Summer. We turned to Dr. Manish Shah, a Board- Certified Denver, Colorado plastic surgeon to reveal what types of products/ingredients sun worshippers should avoid and what can serve as safe substitutes.
Dr. Shah explains that “Certain ingredients in products make people photosensitive. Photosensitivity (or sun sensitivity) is inflammation of the skin induced by the combination of sunlight and certain medications or substances. This causes skin redness and may look similar to a sunburn. Both the photosensitizing medication or chemical and light source have to be present in order for a photosensitive reaction to occur. Consumers should understand that it is not brands of skincare that can make one photosensitive but rather the ingredients in those brands.”
According to Dr. Manish Shah
If you are planning to be in the sun, do not use the following types of products
Topical Acids Alpha and beta hydroxy acids such as glycolic, lactic, and salicylic acids can cause the skin to be more susceptible to sun damage from being regularly exfoliated. These ingredients are commonly used in anti-aging, skin-brightening, and acne-fighting products.
Alternative: While AHAs and BHAs only cause minimal photosensitivity, you wouldn’t want to risk feeling that stinging sensation on your face. There are alternatives. Azelaic acid, found in wheat, rye and barley—comes in handy during the day as it is useful in the treatment of acne, rosacea, melasma and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and is not associated with the sun-induced reaction.
Benzoyl peroxide – This is most typically found in acne products and can cause the skin to be very sensitive.
Alternative: Zinc. Zinc enhances the immune system and has anti-inflammatory properties. Another major role of zinc is to regulate cell production and turnover and reduce the amount of natural oil that your skin produces. It prevents pores from clogging and subsequent acne formation. Zinc oxide is present in many physical sunscreens and is less likely to cause sun-sensitivity. “So, wear a good sunscreen with zinc oxide,” says Dr. Shah.
Hydroquinone- Typically used in skin-lightening products. Although hydroquinone is stable in sunlight, it’s not advisable to use it during the day as the sun’s skin-darkening effects are stronger than hydroquinone’s bleaching effect. Additionally, hydroquinone actually reduces your body's ability to create enough pigment to protect your from UV rays.
Alternative: Vitamin C is an excellent alternative to hydroquinone, as it is an antioxidant and combats dark spots while also having anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties.
Retinol and retinol derivativesencourage cell turnover, which exposes delicate, new skin. These newer layers of skin can be more sensitive to the sun. With enough sunscreen protection, newer formulations of retinol can be safely used during the day, but experts still advise limiting its use to nighttime especially for those who have sensitive skin.
Alternative: Bakuchiol is the new, clinically proven “natural retinol,” a powerful plant-based retinol alternative that decreases skin sensitivity to the sun. It is derived from the leaves and seeds of the babchi plant and helps to heal, calm and soothe the skin, via its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
Essential oils including bergamot, bitter orange, grapefruit, lemon, lime, and mandarin leaf can also cause sun sensitivity.
Alternative: It is best to choose FCF or “furocoumarin free” essential oils when in the sun, as these are not known to be “photosensitive” or cause reactions to sunlight. Furocoumarins are phototoxins which are produced by plants as a mechanism to ward off small animals or bugs. Common ones include Oxypeucedanin and Bergapten. Examples of FCF essential oils are Bergamot FCF (Citrus bergamia), Blood Orange, Tangerine, and Red Mandarin.
Topical and oral prescriptions including antibiotics, antifungals, antihistamines, and anti-inflammatories can also cause sensitivity, so it's vital to thoroughly read labels, instructions, and warnings as well.
Manish Shah, M.D., F.A.C.S. was born in Canada and raised in the Washington, D.C. area. He graduated with honors from the University of Pennsylvania, receiving a degree in biomedical engineering. He then completed his medical training at the University of Virginia, earning his Medical Doctorate. During this time, he also completed a one-year fellowship in microsurgery research at the New York University School of Medicine / Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery. As a prelude to his plastic surgery training, Dr. Shah completed a rigorous five-year training program in General and Trauma Surgery at Emory University and the Medical College of Georgia. His formal training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery was completed at the Univ. of Tennessee College of Medicine – Chattanooga Unit. After completing his plastic surgery training, he moved to New York City when he was selected for the prestigious Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship at Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital. He underwent extensive, advanced training in aesthetic surgery of the face, breasts, and body at the hands of some of the most renowned cosmetic surgeons in the world. This fellowship is widely considered to be the best of its kind in the world. Dr. Shah is one of only a select few plastic surgeons in the country who have undergone formal post-graduate training in aesthetic surgery.
Dr. Shah’s specialties include revision facial aesthetic surgery, rhinoplasty (“nose reshaping”), and aesthetic surgery of the breast (breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction). He is, however, well-trained in all areas of aesthetic surgery.
Dr. Shah’s aim is to obtain a natural appearing transformation that complements the real you!
Dr. Shah is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. He maintains a private practice in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in the Cherry Creek neighborhood of Denver.
Dr. Shah is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the Rhinoplasty Society, and the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Shah is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Scientists Say Specific Fat Cell Protein may be Key to a New Treatment for Diabetes
By Eddie Fatakhov M.D. (a.k.a. Dr. Fat-Off)
A study released this week out of a British Columbia research lab in Canada provided a new possible treatment for one of the most rampant diseases in the world. The study found that manipulation of a specific protein within fat cells may not only prevent the development of, but also reverse type 2 diabetes.
Type 2 diabetes now affects over 30 million Americans, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC estimates 84 million Americans are prediabetic (majority of them being unaware). Long-term complications of unmanaged type 2 diabetes can lead to heart disease, uncontrolled blood pressure, nerve damage leading to limb amputation, kidney disease and blindness. Obesity is a primary risk factor of type 2 diabetes. The steady incline of obesity rates is directly correlating with the number of people being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
Our bodies are designed to eat in order to produce the energy we need to survive. Glucose (or blood sugar) is the body’s main source of fuel. We produce insulin in response to sugar consumption. Insulin is essentially the key that opens the doors for glucose to enter our body’s cells and fuel our body. When we regularly consume more glucose than required for the energy we expend, our body cannot keep up with the insulin demand and we can become insulin resistant. This results in an inability to use glucose for fuel. In turn, the glucose remains in the bloodstream, resulting in high blood sugar levels over long periods of time, eventually turning into, you got it… type 2 diabetes.
Along with potential insulin resistance, eating more than our body needs results in expansion of white adipose tissue, where excess energy is stored as fat. This study conducted by a group of researchers out of Canada and Sweden examined a specific protein and its role in fat cells. This protein is a glycoprotein known as CD248, a protein that has a known association with the growth of tumors and inflammation. CD248 had never been studied in direct relation with obesity or insulin resistance. Researchers found that CD248 was found in greater amounts within the white adipose tissue in people that were obese or insulin resistant.
In a laboratory setting, researchers then artificially reduced the activity of CD248 in the white adipose tissue cells. From experimentation with the activity of CD248 in the white adipose tissue, researchers were able to conclude that the protein plays a role in the process that leads to insulin resistance and a cellular hallmark of obesity, hypoxia. Researchers next moved from the artificial reduction of activity to looking at the gene that codes for CD248 in mice. They used genetically-altered mice that lacked the gene that codes CD248 in white adipose tissue. These mice were fed high-fat diets and became obese, but did not develop insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes.
Potentially the most beneficial find is that the mice that already had diabetes and had the CD248 levels within their fat reduced, showed improvement in their insulin sensitivity. This discovery suggests the possibility of a future target therapy for type 2 diabetes, especially considering the reduction of CD248 did not result in any adverse events. Researchers are careful to point out that this is a very early stage of discovery, but the results give them a new pathway to head down in the treatment and/or prevention of type 2 diabetes. The more the prevalence of type 2 diabetes increases, the more urgent new treatment options become.
Eddie Fatakhov, M.D., a.k.a. Dr. Fat-off, is a Board-Certified Physician, Nutritionist, and Best-Selling Author. His latest book is “Dr. Fat-Off: Simple Life-Long Weight-Loss Solutions.”
Probiotics are not only live microorganisms found in supplements and some fermented foods such as yogurt and pickles, but they have also been found to have a variety of health benefits. These benefits include vitamin K and B production, the breakdown of insoluble (indigestible) fiber, immune system support, the improvement of mental health, improvement of heart health, reduction of certain allergies and skin conditions, and (possibly one of the most sought after effects) the reduction of belly fat.
What is the link between probiotics and body fat?
There are large populated families of primarily friendly microorganisms (bacteria) living in your digestive system, two of which are families tied to the management of body fat – bacteroidetes and firmicutes. According to a wide variety of studies, body weight is related to the balance of these two families of bacteria.
These studies look at the difference between the gut bacteria in normal-weight people versus overweight or obese people. The major difference found was that obese subjects had an imbalance in their firmicute levels versus their bacteroidetes.
Which probiotics help you lose weight?
Not all probiotics are created equal. While there are many strains available, only a few have been proven to have positive effects on weight. One strain that studies have found to assist in weight loss is the Lactobacillus family. Studies have found the following to be true:
When paired with diet and exercise eating yogurt with Lactobacillus fermentum or Lactobacillus amylovorus helped to reduce body fat by 3–4% over a 6-week period.
The effect of Lactobacillus rhamnosus supplements was measured on 125 subjects for weight loss and weight maintenance. The study found women taking the probiotics over a three month period lost 50% more weight than the placebo group.
Lactobacillus gasseri is one of the most productive probiotic when it comes to weight loss. This specific probiotic inhibits dietary fat absorption. This means the calories your body would otherwise “harvest” are excreted instead.
How can probiotics help you lose weight?
While research is still ongoing, here are some of the ways probiotics are thought to assist in weight loss:
They release GLP-1. Probiotics may play a part in the release of GLP-1 (appetite-reducing hormone). Studies have shown increased levels of GLP-1 may actually help you burn calories and fat.
They increase production of ANGPTL4. Levels of the protein ANGPTL4 may rise from probiotic use. This production might actually lead to decreased fat storage.
Are probiotics safe?
There are many types of probiotics available today. Because of this, it’s good to remember that some have a lot of research behind them and some do not. Here are some things to know before you buy a probiotic:
Mild side effects are possible such as gas or bloating within the first few days of use.
All foods with probiotics are not created equal. While these foods usually have good levels of live bacteria – “live and active cultures” yogurt, kefir, aged cheeses, brined pickles, sauerkraut, tempeh, and miso – products that claim to have probiotic benefits might not. Enriched juices, cereals, and snack bars may have less than promised levels or weakened forms of the organisms.
Probiotics might not be safe for everyone. People with weakened immune systems, such as cancer patients in treatment, should avoid probiotics.
Expiration dates and storage are very important. Because probiotics are living organisms they have a limited shelf life. Using probiotics before their expiration dates and following the suggested storing advised on the product label maximizes their potency.
Before taking any supplements we recommend talking to your doctor to ensure you are taking one that is right for you.
Eddie Fatakhov, M.D., a.k.a. Dr. Fat-off, is a Board-Certified Physician, Nutritionist, and author of the new book, "Dr. Fat-Off: Simple Life-Long Weight-Loss Solutions.”
CONTACT: Jerry McGlothlin 919-437-0001
Rights 4 Vapers Reaction to Study Showing Increase in Vaping Among Youth in Canada
TORONTO, June 21, 2019 /CNW/ - Across Canada underage youth are legally restricted from purchasing alcohol, marijuana, cigarettes and vaping products. But according to recently released data in a study published yesterday in the British Medical Journal (BMJ), they are using them anyway.
Provincial tobacco control coalitions and physicians' groups immediately reacted to the results of the study and the media headlines say it all: a recent report in the British Medical Journal, shows that Canada has experienced a "massive", "staggering", "whopping" increase in teen vaping.
The provincial government of British Columbia and the Canadian Cancer Society used the data from the BMJ Report to publicly demand that the Federal Government immediately introduce vaping regulations that would restrict nicotine content, device design and flavours. Their failure to do so, the BC government implied, would result in BC introducing more restrictive provincial regulation.
"What's not mentioned is that both federal and provincial vaping legislation already exists which restricts sales to anyone under the age of 18, promotion, display advertising and communication and limits features like certain flavours and designs thought to be appealing to youth," said Dr. Chris Lalonde, Academic Research Advisor for Rights 4 Vapers. "Is this single set of data enough to justify the hasty introduction of more draconian regulatory measures that could simultaneously reduce the appeal of these products to adult smokers that rely on vaping to reduce or quit smoking?"
What's more concerning is that the same report shows that teen cigarette smoking in the past 30 days increased 45%. The use of alcohol in the past 12 months by teens actually decreased by 3%, but cannabis use went up by 19%.
The important question then is which of these numbers should we be worried about? According to the study, 60% of youth used alcohol and 27% used cannabis in the past 12 months, 16% smoked cigarettes in the past 30 days, and 15% vaped.
If what we hope is that teens who already smoke might be tempted to switch to vaping, then the report contains some good news. Among current teen smokers, 44% are also vaping. Even "experimental smokers" are also vaping (29%). Are they on their way to fully switching from cigarettes to vaping (likely, and a good thing), or from dual-use to just smoking (unlikely, and a bad thing)?
And what about teens who have never smoked? Are they being lured into a lifetime of addiction by vaping? Here the news is good from a public health perspective.
It turns out teens are not being lured into a lifetime of addiction by vaping – they are not very keen on vaping or smoking, according to the data in the study published in the BMJ. Most of the teens surveyed have never vaped, and among those who have tried it (20%), just 3% have vaped in the past week, and only 0.6% vaped on more than 15 of the last 30 days. That's just 14 teens out of the 2,441 surveyed.
Cigarette smoking and drinking carry far higher health risks than vaping or cannabis. If, as health authorities all agree, vaping is safer—not 'safe' but safer—than smoking cigarettes, then, perhaps, we should think clearly about what we hope to accomplish by battling teen vaping through introducing provincial regulations that go even further than regulations for smoking or drinking.
Rights 4 Vapers is an organization of vaping advocates dedicated to the advancement of Canadian-based research on vaping. Dr.Chris Lalonde is an academic advisor.
SOURCE Rights 4 Vapers
Rethinking The American Dream: 5 Tips To Live A Simpler Life Millennials have been coined “the burnout generation.”
Culture observers attribute the burnout to work, social, financial, and technological pressures that can leave a young adult overwhelmed and their coping mechanisms frazzled. With so much life yet to live, what can millennials do to reverse or avoid burnout? Further, how can subsequent generations handle the pressures that consume millennials? Simple life and self-help guru Gary Collins says it comes down to simplifying their lives. “Burnout is an undeniable fact among many millennials,” says Collins, author of The Simple Life Guide To Decluttering Your Life (www.thesimplelifenow.com). “They’re feeling the effects of complicated living. It’s no secret today that we’re bombarded by outside stressors that are unfamiliar to earlier generations of humans, and we’re struggling to deal with them. “Decluttering is a popular concept today in terms of organizing your closet, garage, etc., but it’s also an effective mindset for simplifying your life. It’s about removing the unnecessary internal and external stressors in order to live the life you want.” Collins offers five principles for decluttering your life – or living a simple life from the outset of adulthood:
Knowledge is power. People tend toward the quick fix in today’s fast-moving world, but Collins says it takes time to acquire the correct, in-depth information that helps someone make lasting, positive changes. “New habits are most effective when you know why you’re doing them,” Collins says. “Otherwise, you’re likely to be swayed by the next fad product that promotes the easy life but does not work long-term.”
Avoid extremes. People can be drawn to selling pitches such as, “Make millions in just a few hours per week,” but extreme claims rarely pan out. “A slow-and-steady approach with a well-thought-out plan that’s followed day-after-day delivers true change for the positive,” Collins says.
Keep it simple. “As a culture,” Collins says, “we’ve turned the concept of living a healthy, happy life into a confusing and overwhelming selection of products and gimmicks. But less is more. We love to overthink everything and make living the life we want far more complicated than it needs to be. Once you cut out the noise and clutter, everything comes into focus.”
Something is better than nothing. While overhauling an entire lifestyle can seem daunting, little changes and choices can add up. Examples are analyzing spending habits when short on money each month, or developing skills to find a job you enjoy rather than staying in a job you don’t like. “When it comes to doing nothing versus doing at least something, something is always the right choice,” Collins says. “Think of it like dropping a dollar into a piggy bank every hour of the day for years and years. Eventually, you’ll have a nice nest egg.”
Take action every day. “America is full of people who want to live a better and more fulfilling life,” Collins says, “but in reality very few ever take action to accomplish this. Happy, successful people take action — today and every day. Maybe that means getting up earlier to get to the gym, writing that novel you’ve talked about for the last 10 years, or selling that sports car you can’t afford and getting something more practical.”
“You must ingrain and practice positive habits to achieve positive outcomes,” Collins says. “Life gets hard, and making better choices is sometimes inconvenient, but today’s choices are under your control. Once it’s a habit, it gets easier.” About Gary CollinsGary Collins is the author of The Simple Life Guide To Decluttering Your Life(www.thesimplelifenow.com). He has a varied background, having worked in military intelligence, served as a Special Agent for the U.S. State Department Diplomatic Security Service, worked for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and also worked for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. In addition to being a best-selling author, Collins has taught at the college level, consulted and trained college-level athletes, and been interviewed for his expertise on various subjects by CBS Sports, Coast to Coast AM, The RT Network, and FOX News, among others.
The ABCDs of CBD for Women
With CBD showing up in just about every consumer product these days – from cosmetics to bath balms to fizzy drinks – how can women know what works, what is good for them or where to find it?
“As with any decision about your health, it’s important to forget the hype and start with number one – yourself,” advises Richard Carey, co-founder of Atlantic WeedBoard a new website that serves as a resource and community for all things cannabis and helps guide consumers through the wellness benefits and choices of CBD products, with engaging videos and interviews with experts.
Here are some tips from Atlantic WeedBoard on the ABCDs of CBD for women:
A stands for ALL ABOUT YOU. Whether you want to treat pain or stress, internal or external discomfort, choosing the best product depends on identifying the condition you want to treat and the kinds of medicine you are comfortable taking.
B means you need to LISTEN TO YOUR BODY. How do you feel? Where does it hurt? What are you doing now to alleviate that discomfort? And after switching to a CBD regimen it’s important to listen to how your body responds, because there are variations in each person’s endocannibinoid system – a group of cannabis-related chemicals produced throughout the body to help maintain health – and how CBD interacts with this important system to improve wellness.
C is to MAKE A COMMITMENT. The effects of CBD can be profound, but they are subtle. If you want to try CBD for any reason you need to commit to using it for at least a month. At the end of that period stop, look, listen, and see how you feel.
D is for DOSAGE. Since everyone’s system is unique, the best advice is to start low and go slow. Begin with a lower dosage and slowly increase the amount of CBD you’re consuming untilyou achieve the desired effect.
“Women lead busy, active lives, juggling work and home, family and fitness. All that multitasking can lead to pain and stress,” adds Carey. “Whether she needs to calm anxiety, soothe sore muscles after a session of yoga or a day on her feet, ease the symptoms of menstrual cramps or menopause, or drift off to sleep more easily, CBD’s phytocannabinoids can help to reduce inflammation, pain, stress and anxiety.”
Atlantic WeedBoard recommends products from Sagely Naturals a women-owned CBD company founded in 2015. The Sagely Relief and Recovery Cream is packed with CBD, essential oils, and cooling menthol to help revive the body and combat discomfort; Sagely’s Tranquility capsules help promote a balanced mood and manage occasional stress with CBD, ashwagandha, magnolia bark, and lavender; and the Dreamwell Roll-on with CBD, lavender and geranium soothes the temples, and quiets the mind for sleep.
“The cannabis products from Sagely Naturals have been shown to alleviate pain and stress in a natural and non-toxic way,” says Carey. “They fit right in with the carefully curated items we sell on Atlantic WeedBoard, focusing on organically grown products where the source and quality are clearly defined.”
Atlantic WeedBoard (www.atlanticWeedBoard.com), is a newly-formed informational center specifically developed for the emerging cannabis industry. The site is presented in artistic graphics with a fun side to it featuring a boardwalk and Ferris wheel as its signature logo. On a more serious note, Atlantic WeedBoard is a type of “Consumer Reports” of cannabis as it presents products for people and their pets, interviews with the top growers, curates independently tested legal products and offers anecdotal beauty, health and wellness advice for its users. For more information, visit www.atlanticweedboard.com
#
Why a Reliable Exercise Regimen Helps with Dependency and Addiction
Addiction and dependency can be horrible. It doesn’t matter if you’re addicted to heroin, to alcohol, to gambling or to anything else on the planet. It can ruin your existence. It can even impact the people who are around you. If you want to do away with addiction and dependency nightmares, it may be helpful to establish a dependable exercise routine.
A Tougher Body
Working out with regularity can make you a lot more physically fit. That’s how it can make your body markedly tougher. A tough body can do a lot for people who are trying to banish addictive and dependent behaviors. If you want to be able to hold your own against withdrawal symptoms and beyond, then you need your body to be as powerful as possible. Fortunately, routine exercise can help you out there.
Mental Resilience
A workout routine that’s dependable can toughen up your physique. It can also toughen up your mind. If you want to have the resilience that’s necessary to get through the recovery process, then you need to do whatever you can to gain mental fortitude. Exercise teaches people about self-discipline. It teaches people about the relationships between their minds and their bodies as well. These lessons can be useful to people who want to eliminate addictive and dependent behaviors forever.
Better Stability
People who are suffering from addiction and dependency often lack structure in their lives. If you establish a dependable workout routine, then you can learn all about the beauty of unwavering structure in your normal existence. This can help you immensely as you manage detox heroin treatment services. A sense of structure can help you understand things better. It can help you keep your head on straight as well.
An Outlet for Stress and Tension
Exercise can be a fantastic outlet for people who are trying to handle pressure. Recovering from drug addiction can make people feel pressured and overwhelmed. If you want to be able to channel your anxious feelings in a positive manner, it can be terrific to get your adrenaline flowing. Workout sessions can help you release your energy. They can help you handle emotions that are bottled up inside of you as well.
Exercise can help you look and feel better than ever. It can also make getting through addiction and dependency a lot more realistic. If you want to boost your odds of recovery success, you need to get to the gym, stat.
How to Strengthen Your Bones with Exercise When Going Through Menopause
Bone issues aren’t at all unusual. They’re actually pretty commonplace in women who are dealing with the ins and outs of menopause as well. As women get older, their estrogen amounts diminish considerably. This can lead to significantly decreased bone density. If you’re a menopausal woman who wants to maintain optimal bone strength and health, these options can do you a lot of good.
Get Frequent Exercise
Frequent exercise sessions can be beneficial for women who want to maintain powerful bones. Sedentary lifestyles make people a lot more susceptible to a condition that’s called osteoporosis. Speed walking outside can be terrific. The same thing goes for biking. If you want to keep the weakening of your bones at bay, then you need to do a lot moving.
Consume Nutritious Foods
Proper nutrition can also do a lot for menopausal women who want sturdy bones. It’s critical to consume foods that contain all sorts of vitamins and minerals. It’s particularly crucial to zero in on nutrients that can contribute to the power of your bones. Examples of these nutrients are vitamin D and calcium. Ask your doctor for suggestions for foods that are chock-full of both.
Go See a Bone Specialist
Routine medical care can do a lot for women who are in the middle of menopause and all of its effects. If you want your bones to be the definition of powerful, you should make an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon. He or she can talk to you about all of your choices in osteoporosis treatmentsand medications. Therapies that revolve around hormones can often be suitable for individuals who have osteoporosis and who want to take control of it.
Refrain from Smoking
Poor lifestyle habits can often be detrimental for bone health. If you’re a menopausal woman who is enthusiastic about bone wellness, then you should refrain from smoking no matter what. Smoking is capable of making the loss of bone occur in a speedy fashion. It can make people a lot more vulnerable to bone fractures as well. It can also be wise to steer clear of immoderate alcohol consumption. Immoderate alcohol intake can negatively impact bone development.
It’s vital to do anything you can to maintain powerful bones for life. It’s particularly vital for women who are currently trying to manage the sometimes tough world of menopause. If you want to feel energetic, then you need to prioritize bone wellness.
HEART TUGGING VIDEO FOR “LOVE IS STRONGER” BY COUNTRY MUSIC ARTIST AND SONGWRITER MATT KENNON ANNOUNCED
Single Ranked In Top 20 Most Downloaded and Streamed Tracks on Play MPE
NASHVILLE, TN. - (June 20, 2019) – “Love Is Stronger” by Matt Kennon hit the radio airwaves this month and was ranked in The Top 20 Most Downloaded and Streamed on Play MPE. Best known for his emotional, heart wrenching and true to life songs that tug at listeners heart strings, and the fact he is not afraid to bring attention to subjects that are uncomfortable. The accompanying official video was exclusively premiered on Center Stage Magazine and My Jam Music yesterday and available today on YouTube and Facebook, as well as online video platforms worldwide.
"Love Is Stronger" is a whirlwind of emotions that will leave you crying like a baby as the story unfolds,” states Center Stage Magazine Editor, Missy Wolf. “Kennon's ability to capture the harsh realities of life is encapsulated brilliantly in this video.”
“A thread that runs through the new music is definitely love, and its awe-inducing power to lift us up, stir our souls, or crush us in its wake when it goes,” said GrassRoots Managing Partner, Nancy Tunick. “It’s a subject Kennon is intimately familiar with, and the material is well-suited for the hard-working artist who is finally coming into his own creatively and hitting his stride.”
“Love Is Stronger” is special to me because I know there have been times to me when I have seen love overcome a lot of things with a lot of people, not only in my own life but also to people who were close to me. I think the world could use a little more love right now,” stated Matt Kennon. “Love is stronger than anything you are going through and it makes me feel really good to be able to share this message with everyone who needs to hear it.”
“A listener can choose to take or leave hope, the lyrics to this song reinforce that you can take hope with you,” said Casting Life Films, Darren Williams. “The truth is...what we fight for....what we believe in...and lives are still taken from loved ones, how do we deal with that? This song gives listeners hope.”
About Matt Kennon: Matt Kennon knows the power of a great song. It can stir your emotions, move you to tears, motivate you to action, and in some cases even save your life, as Matt has seen firsthand in his career with songs like “The Call,” “You Had To Pick On Me,” and even his latest song, “Wasn’t It Enough.” For him, music is about the message, and time and again he’s written thought-provoking and heart-tugging songs that have racked up impressive chart numbers and even more impressive sales: throughout the course of his career he’s already sold 300,000 singles and 30,000 albums. The Atlanta native is inspired by and writes about things close to his heart, and often finds himself writing songs with emotional messages. His songs have definitely hit home with many struggling with issues like suicide, post-traumatic stress, and bullying. The Atlanta native devoted the last two-plus years to a special anti-bullying campaign he developed and took to 83 schools in seven states. Through partnering with several sports foundations around the country, including Alabama coach Nick Saban’s charity, Nick’s Kids, Matt was able to reach 150,000 students with a powerful anti-bullying message. The campaign was just one example of how apt Kennon is at dialing in to the emotions fans are experiencing, and for proof of that connection, one need not look any further than the iTunes chart, where Matt has been a Featured Artist for the last five years with each of his independent releases. His explosive live shows no doubt fuel those sales as well, as Kennon is a powerful live performer with thousands of shows under his belt on stages across the country. Throughout the course of his career he’s shared the stage with high profile artists including, Kenny Chesney, Blake Shelton, and Train, Darius Rucker, Uncle Kracker, Lee Brice, and The Band Perry, among others.Powerful social media interaction has moved the needle for Kennon. The video for “The Call” recently reached an amazing seventeen million accumulated views. A successful songwriter in his own right, with outside cuts by artists such as Randy Travis, (who recorded his song “Turn It Around,”) and many others. The soulful singer also writes with many of Nashville’s top writers regularly.
TRAIN IT RIGHT NEWSLETTER
Sign Up and get a free 7 day Train it Right HIIT Program!
