by Sue Robbins | Dec 18, 2020 | Wellness
(CNN)The countless hours that many of us have spent sitting at a makeshift desk in quarantine can be detrimental not only physically but also mentally. Hunched over a computer day in and day out, you’re not just wreaking havoc on your posture, but you’re...
by Sue Robbins | Dec 16, 2020 | Migraine
The sweet spot for physical activity and longevity seemed to arrive at about 35 minutes a day of brisk walking or other moderate activities. Walking for at least 11 minutes a day could lessen the undesirable health consequences of sitting for hours and hours,...
by Sue Robbins | Oct 9, 2020 | Miscellaneous
A new study published in Arthritis Care & Research has examined patterns of 24-hour physical activity and sleep among patients with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and knee osteoarthritis. In the 172-participant study, four profiles were apparent with differences...
by Sue Robbins | Oct 6, 2020 | Wellness
With age, the human immune system becomes less effective at tackling infections and less responsive to vaccinations. At the same time, the aging immune system is associated with chronic inflammation, which increases the risk of almost all conditions...
by Sue Robbins | Sep 1, 2020 | Wellness
Simple Stretches to Combat All That Sitting Done correctly, these restorative stretches, working on muscles from your eyes to your toes, really do make you feel better. Whether you are hunched over a laptop in a makeshift work space or slouched on the couch...
