Wellness with Todd Morena
Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States. More than 50 million adults have some form of arthritis. When you have arthritis, your body is in an inflammatory state and can cause pain, discomfort, and limit your mobility. The good news is there are many natural things you can do to ease these symptoms. Natural methods can be a good first start to minimize effects on the body and allow the body to heal and balance itself.
Read MoreWhen my wife was pregnant with our four children I had the opportunity to see first hand what a mother's body experiences during pregnancy. As the stomach gets bigger it creates additional strain and pressure on the back, which can be very uncomfortable. To help prepare your back for pregnancy, I’ve written about some simple exercises and stretches that will help to not only strengthen your back, but improve your flexibility as well.
Read MoreWhat You Need To Know About Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiovascular disease is the #1 cause of death in the United States. The majority of cardiovascular disease is caused by risk factors we can control and that will make a positive impact on our lives. However, there are also several risk factors that we cannot control, but should still be aware of.
Read MoreType II Diabetes & How to Reduce Your Risk
Diabetes is the condition in which the body does not properly process food for use as energy. Most of the food we eat is turned into glucose, or sugar, for our bodies to use for energy.
Read MoreHow to Combat Obesity
Obesity is one of the countries most serious health problems. During the past 20 years, there has been a dramatic increase in obesity in the United States and rates remain high. More than one-third of U.S. adults (34.9%) and approximately 17% (or 12.7 million) of children and adolescents aged 2—19 years have obesity (The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). Obesity can lead to more than thirty other chronic illnesses and represents a quarter of all health care costs.
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