Did you know that June is “Great Outdoors Month?” Like many of us, I’ve (unknowingly) been celebrating ‘Great Outdoors Month’ pretty much every June my whole life. Hiking, paddleboarding, biking… It’s the perfect time of year to get outside and move your body. It got me thinking, though, about one of my dearest friends Sarah,...
Read more >>Summer days are here, and with them, warmer temperatures. I don’t know about you, but I don’t always wake up with the best appetite. This is especially true in summer due to the warmer weather. On days I’m not feeling a big appetite, I love to whip up a smoothie to help start my day...
Read more >>Physical limitations… They challenge us our entire lives. When you’re a kid, it takes a while until you become coordinated enough to pour a glass of milk from the gallon jug, tie your shoelaces, become strong enough to open a car door or be tall enough to ride the roller coaster. When you get older,...
Read more >>Exploring an unknown space, eating a different style of food, and hearing unfamiliar stories… Time spent with grandparents is an entirely different experience than with your parents. Did you ever have the opportunity to spend time with your grandparents? Or maybe you’ve experienced the opposite—time with your grandchildren. Either way, the interaction between you and...
Read more >>Living life to the fullest means embracing every moment, exploring new passions, and enjoying the activities you love. However, nerve discomfort can be an uninvited guest for many, dulling these joyful experiences and turning everyday pleasures into challenges. The downsides of nerve discomfort play out in everyday life: Struggling to tie your shoes… Letting the...
Read more >>Navigating the snack aisle with type 2 diabetes? With dietary restrictions in place, it might seem like you’re missing out on all the fun and flavors. But let’s turn the tide on this view. Beyond those sugar-laden, carb-rich snacks that don’t do any favors for your health, lies an exciting realm of taste possibilities. Understanding...
Read more >>As winter approaches and the temperature drops, many people, especially those who grapple with nerve issues like my mother-in-law, prepare for a season marked by heightened discomfort. Living in New York, she frequently wore gloves as early as October. Her reason was simple but profound: the cold weather triggered her nerves, intensifying her discomfort. It...
Read more >>Sciatica is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back down through the buttocks and into the legs. Sciatica can be incredibly painful and disruptive to daily life. However, individuals can employ various strategies and approaches to...
Read more >>According to the National Gardening Survey conducted by the National Gardening Association, over 77 million American households participated in some form of gardening in 2020. This staggering number highlights the significant interest and participation in this fulfilling activity. Gardening is not only a popular activity but also deeply rooted in the history and culture of...
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