The answer is reflective of what you think about stretching. For example, I think of stretching as a tool to help me exercise. It can increase the blood flow in my resting muscles 5X. A muscle with good blood flow is less likely to get injured than a cold muscle. Performance is enhanced with a “warm muscle”(one with increased …
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Stretch before or after exercise?
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Blood sugar troubles
Posted Jul 14th, 2009 By drbowers in Diseases, Nutrition With | No CommentsDo you find yourself sleepy after meals, having poor concentration, urinating frequently- day and night,… you may be having trouble with your blood sugar. Your pancreas is the organ that responds to the sugar you ingest. If you eat mostly breads, pasta, rice , potato, even corn, peas or carrots, they are high in carbohydrates. “Carbs” are …
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Omega oils
Posted Jul 3rd, 2009 By drbowers in Nutrition With | No CommentsOmega 3 is a common supplement used these days. It has many properties which can be beneficial. It is terrific as an anti-inflammatory. Especially good for joints, it may control the inflammation associated with trauma and even arthritic swelling. It is important to understand that inflammation is a big chemical reaction. You can effect it …
