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The Texas Summer is around the corner. How much water is enough to stay healthy in the heat? Water boosts your metabolism, helps control your appetite, prevents muscle cramps, helps with digestion and sleep, and keeps your organs healthy, so getting plenty of water is...

Did you know that just 15 minutes of exercise a day is enough to significantly reduce your risk of heart attacks? Research shows that taking a brisk walk every day is enough to make you feel better and live longer, without the need for grueling cardio workouts or...

Now that Spring has returned and many places around town are opening again, it’s the perfect time to go outside and get some sun. It’s estimated that nearly 1 billion people worldwide are deficient in Vitamin D, and sunlight is a great source of Vitamin D for your...

Are your feet sore at the end of the day?If your feet and calves feel tense or swollen at the end of the day, try the “RICE” (Rest/Ice/Compress/Elevate) program at home.Prop your feet up at home for 20 minutes, with some ice near your ankles or heels. After bringing...

Does your lower back hurt at the end of the day? If you have back pain in between your doctor visits or at the end of a long workday, try resting in this position. Lie on your back (on a comfortable surface like a yoga mat or blanket) and rest your legs on a chair or...

Does your back hurt when you’re sitting? Try this stretch, called Brugger’s Relief Position.This exercise is meant to stretch out your back and shoulders when you have been sitting for too long, here’s what you do: - Arch your back - Push your chest forward - Pull...

Trouble Sleeping? Here’s a summary of tips from Shawn Stevenson’s “Sleep Smarter” which can help you wind down and relax at bed time: -Spend more time in the sun: Getting a couple hours of direct sunlight (especially in the mornings) can help your body reset its...

Still avoiding the gym? Here are some at home exercises you can do to help keep good posture during COVID. These will help stop back pain, stop shoulder pain,and stop headaches. https://www.wellandgood.com/at-home-workout-moves-for-better-posture/

“Magnesium is a mineral that supports hundreds of chemical reactions in your body. However,many people get less than they need.”   Magnesium is our favorite mineral! It can provide a ton of benefits, including relief frommuscle pain, depression, headaches, and...

Progressive Muscle Relaxation is our go-to stress relief technique. This is a simple at-homepractice you can try to get rid of tension in your body. Ideal for times when you really need torest. Give this a try before bed or after a stressful moment in the...