In this monthly newsletter series you will find health tips to improve your quality of life, health, and reduce pain and injury. In this edition you will gain insight into the effects of sitting, exercise benefits, putting butter in your coffee, and other tidbits.

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EXERCISE KEEPS YOUR BRAIN FIT TOO
The American public continues the ever-increasing trend
of adopting sedentary lifestyles and obesity. Many of our
schools are cutting physical education classes across the
country despite scientists having the strongest evidence in
human history that exercise is critical in supporting human
health. Although we are seemingly not prioritizing fitness and
exercise, most of us recognize and are aware of the fact that
exercise is good for us and should be an important part of a
healthy lifestyle. Something that many of us don’t consider
though is the mental impact of
physical activity.
Evidence is emerging that
exercise can significantly
prevent age related cognitive
decline. New studies continue
to support the belief that both
dementia and Alzheimer’s
can, to some extent, be
prevented or the progression
curtailed with an appropriate
exercise regime. One study
suggests that after one year
of mid-life aerobic exercise
there were significant changes in associated brain volume
of the affected brain structures as well as improved spatial
memory. There is even evidence to suggest that it works as a
preventative measure too. Just one hour of exercise a week
can reduce your risk of dementia by as much as 50%. Not
only does exercise help with cognitive and memory decline,
but also has an effect in depression. When you exercise, your
body releases endorphins which interact with your brain and
reduce your perception of pain as well as provide a positive
feeling in the body, similar to that of morphine. For example,
the feeling that follows a run or workout is often described as
“euphoric.” That feeling, known as a “runner’s high,” can be
accompanied by a positive and energizing outlook on life.
BUTTER IN YOUR COFFEE???
Have you ever wondered why there’s so many
people talking about putting butter in your coffee?
Well there’s actually a point to it that might make
a big difference in your energy levels or waist
line. When people
consume coffee in
the morning with a
high fat source like
butter, coconut oil,
heavy whipping
cream (or I’ve even
heard of a raw egg)
it takes the place of their breakfast and leaves
them feeling satisfied and not hungry. The lack of
sugar that these offerings provide have the body
(and brain) operating off of a different energy
source (different than the normal sugar based
energy) which could lead to increased energy and
believe it or not, increased fat burning throughout
your morning. The next time you’re in our office,
ask us about our favorite choice of coffee!
Fun Facts• One out of 20 people have an extra rib
• The second best-selling game of all time is
Jenga. Jenga is a Swahili word, meaning
“to build.”
• In 1894 the first big Coke sign was found
on the side of a building located in
Cartersville, Georgia, and still exists today
• Every three days a human stomach get
a new lining
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SITTING: WHAT THE RESEARCH SAYS
Over the past year, you may have read an article or
watched a news clip on how sitting is the new smoking.
While it may seem like sensational reporting meant to
draw you in, the truth is that we
are sitting down more than ever
before in history and an abundance
of research has shown that it is
detrimental to our health. Sitting
has become so prevalent and
so pervasive that we don’t even
question how much we’re doing it.
And, everyone else is doing it, so it
doesn’t even occur to us that it’s not okay. In that sense,
sitting has become the smoking of our generation. We now
spend more time sitting throughout the day than we spend
sleeping. This type of sedentary lifestyle is literally killing us.
Studies have shown that sitting shortens life expectancy,
and is associated with increased incidence of heart
disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. Research
has also shown that sitting is an independent risk factor for
these conditions; meaning exercise alone will not decrease
your risks. What does make a difference is nonexercise
activity. There’s a difference between official exercise
activity like running, biking, or lifting weights, and so-called
nonexercise activity, like walking to your car, mowing your
lawn, or simply standing. In other words, you need to take
every opportunity you have, throughout the day, to get out
of your chair.
Here are a few simple suggestions you can do at work
and at home:
• Take active micro-breaks. Getting up for a minute or
two at least once an hour can make a huge difference.
Studies have also shown that it increases productivity.
• Stand while talking on the phone or during a conference call.
• Take the stairs instead of the elevator.
• Walk or ride your bike to work. If you do drive, park farther
away.
• Consider getting a standing desk and change your
working position throughout the day.
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Quote of the
Month
How you handle
the Challenges of
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