We all know the old saying: “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” But is it true? The short answer is yes, but here are some key takeaways as to why the old saying is true. Apples are easy to eat on the go, they taste terrific, and eating them regularly over time can […]
Pumpkins….You Can Eat Your Jack-O’-Lantern Too!
Halloween is here! Pumpkins, big and small, orange, white, and green, are readily available at pumpkin patches and your local grocery stores. Many of us will be getting ready for trick-or-treaters by carving a pumpkin or two into a Jack-0′-Lantern creation. This year, instead of discarding your pumpkin after Halloween, why not eat it? Pumpkins are […]
It’s Fall: Let’s Talk About Falls
Many of the traumatic injuries we see in physical therapy result from falls. As adults continue to age, their balance mechanism declines increasing the likelihood of falling. Cardio and strength training exercises are the most popular types of training. Although these are important, balance training should also be incorporated into your workout regimen to help […]