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by Dr. Brandon Chorney | Jan 21, 2016 | Health Articles
This is it! You have committed to eat right and loss the weight you promised to lose every year. Remember that statement you made on New Years? We know you do and want you to reach out and let us help you conquer finally that resolution to lose weight and to keep it off. The...
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by Dr. Brandon Chorney | Jan 7, 2016 | Health Articles
Are you kicking yourself about falling off the “New Year’s resolutions” bandwagon? Have your goals and promises fizzled out by week 3? Are you heading for a repeat of aspirations that will either be forgotten or the same lame excuses made about why you couldn’t achieve what you wanted? If so, turn your phone notifications off...
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by Dr. Brandon Chorney | Oct 27, 2015 | Health Articles
Does sugar cause you to cackle with delight and send spells of disdain to your waistline? Unfortunately, one of our favorite sweetie treaty holidays is upon us as you can see by any local grocery store. As in all ghoulish fairytales the wicked witch ensnares us with tantalizing sugar driven tricks that do not fool our waistlines.
Shall We Wait for Weight?
One of the most addictive substances on earth is not found in a drug den but right here in your local supermarket. That’s right its not crystal meth but crystal cane. The cane extract, commonly known as sugar, by itself is natural and provides pleasant sweetness to our food and drinks. Without controlled limits it may begin an addiction that will later end in obesity and other health hazards.
Sugar is in nearly everything we eat. In the typical western diet, the amount of sugar that has been added to food products brings our consumption of the sweet stuff up to 22.7 teaspoons per day. To add to our natural intake, our processed foods have added more sugar in order to extend their shelf life. While we know that sugar is a huge contributor to weight gain, diabetes and heart disease, we still find it hard to resist. Simply we have been naturally programmed from birth to crave sweet things. One study at Washington University has revealed the direct correlation between the development of the sweet tooth to the very sweet concentration of sugar lactose that is first introduced to us through the form of human breast milk.
Other Scary Effects
When we consume sugar the hormone serotonin is released. Serotonin is released from the same area of the brain that responds to heroin and cocaine, which induces feelings of happiness and euphoria. This great feeling becomes very addictive. A current study has now shown how even the mere expectation of sugar can also affect our cognitive ability. The simple truth is that it’s not always obvious where sugar is hiding in the foods we eat, but the more sugar we consume, the more we want. The sudden rush of sugar spurs the release of insulin, which causes the infamous “sugar rush”, and makes us crave even more to combat the crash.
Breaking the Spell
Although sugar casts a powerful spell, it is possible to overcome an addiction to sugar and win the weight loss battle.
The key is to gradually use less sugar where you can, such as in coffee or tea and in your breakfast cereal. Reduce or eliminate your consumption of soda and water down any fruit juices you may drink. The benefit is that your body will adjust to the taste. After a few months, if somebody suddenly gives you a coffee with sugar in it, you may find it tastes odd. Also, avoid buying desserts from the store, and if you make your own, reduce the amount of sugar that is given in the recipe. Many baked goods use unsweetened applesauce as a substitute.
The Ruby Slippers
Looking for a way home to better health and weight loss. Follow the yellow brick road which leads to our office. Our expert team will help you break the spell of sugar and guide you with healthy nutritional counseling and optimal health recommendations. Just click the buttons on your phone!
by Dr. Brandon Chorney | Oct 20, 2015 | Health Articles
Grab your sneakers and a light sweatshirt and let’s get walking! While some fitness enthusiasts relentlessly seek out the latest, trendiest exercise crazes, many others are returning to good, old-fashioned walking to help them feel great and get into shape without becoming a member of an expensive gym. Best of all except for a good pair of walking shoes, it requires virtually no equipment. So whether enjoying the wonder of nature, or simply the company of a friend, walking can be a healthy, invigorating experience. And thanks to its convenience and simplicity, walking just might be right for you, too.
Walk In Charge
A sedentary lifestyle has a debilitating influence on people’s health as they age, therefore exercise is imperative.
Check off all the great benefits to walking:
- Improves cardiovascular endurance
- Tones muscles of the lower body
- Burns calories: about 80 if walking 2 miles per hour, and about 107 if walking 4.5 miles per hour
- Reduces risk of heart disease
Choose The Right Shoes
The first item of business when beginning your walking program is to select the right pair of shoes. Too many people choose fashion over function when purchasing running shoes, not realizing that poor-fitting shoes can do more than hurt their stride; they can also lead to pain throughout the body.
- Make sure the shoes you purchase fit properly. The balls of your feet should rest exactly at the point where the toe end of the shoe bends during walking.
- Select shoes with plenty of cushioning in the soles to absorb the impact.
- Shop for sneakers at the end of the day or after a workout when your feet are generally at their largest. Wear the type of socks you usually wear during exercise.
- When trying on shoes, be sure to wear them for at least 10 minutes at the store.
Once you have purchased a pair of shoes, don’t walk them into the ground. While estimates vary as to when is the best time to replace old shoes, most experts agree that between 300 and 500 miles is optimal.
Let’s Get Started!
Walking just 12 minutes every other day can offer important health benefits. But in order to increase your longevity, try to eventually work up to 30 minutes, five days per week. Experts generally agree that to be considered “active,” adults should try to take 10,000 steps each day. Wearing a pedometer is an easy way to track your progress. Follow these great tips to start strong and stay strong:
- Move your arms freely, in coordination with the opposite leg.
- Don’t stoop your head or look down as you walk. This will challenge the normal forward curve of your neck, which, in turn, will cause you to carry your weight improperly.
- Don’t carry weights or dumbbells while walking. They’re better used as a separate part of your exercise regimen.
- Expect a little soreness in the thighs and calves for the first week or two. If you experience more than soreness, check with your doctor of chiropractic.
- Walk briskly, with “purpose.” Simply sauntering, while relaxing and enjoyable, is not an effective form of cardiovascular exercise.
Of course, be sure to consult your doctor before beginning any exercise program.
Caution: Surface May Not Be Ideal
Follow these surface choice tips to maximize the benefit and reduce the chance of injury:
- Walking on a cushioned or rubberized track is ideal, because the cushioning of this type of track absorbs most of the impact of your walking. Many recreation centers offer this type of track free of charge.
- Grass is another good surface, but watch out for hidden dips or holes in the ground.
- Walking on a surface with no give, such as concrete or a mall floor, is not your best choice, because this type of surface will not absorb much of the impact your body will experience. If you do choose to walk on such a surface, be extra careful to select highly cushioned shoes.
Step in Balance
We want to help keep you moving in perfect balance to maximize the benefit and help to avoid low back, hip, or knee pain. So as you lace up and head for the open road make sure to call and get a check up for top performance.
