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Parkinson's --EXERCISE NOW say Doctors!!

Start exercising NOW—as soon as possible. Physicians rarely refer their patients to health and fitness programs at diagnosis because medications are very effective early on alleviating most of the symptoms and patients experience little change in function. Yet, according to recent surveys, it is at the time of diagnosis that patients often begin to consider lifestyle changes and seek education about conventional and complementary/alternative treatment options. Thus referrals to exercise, wellness programs as well as physical/occupational therapy would be best initiated at diagnosis, when it may have the most impact on quality of life (Parkinson Resource Organization, 2012).

LESS CALORIES = LESS BODY FAT

It might be time to shift the goal for obesity treatment away from just weight loss and body mass index to include fat reduction and a better understanding of nutrition science, say the authors of a Journal of the American Medical Association study (2012; 307 [1], 47–55).

At the crux of their findings? Body fat increased when healthy subjects took in more calories than they burned, and the calories themselves appeared to be more important than the amount of protein ingested. When subjects consumed more calories than they expended each day, they appeared to gain body fat and lose lean muscle if their food choices were low in protein.  (Ruth Sova, ATRI e-list, 7/15/12)

FIBROMYALGIA EXERCISES

IN THE POOL:

Whether or not you're a water lover, you'll want to at least try water exercises. Numerous studies report that this form of low-impact exercise -- especially when done in warm water -- can help reduce fibromyalgia pain and stiffness, as well as fatigue and depression in many people with fibromyalgia. And you don't have to endure the back-and-forth monotony of swimming laps if that's not for you. There are a variety of fun, get-wet workouts to choose from -- including music-based aqua aerobics, underwater walking or jogging, strength training, stretching, and water-based relaxation therapies like yoga, tai chi, and Watsu. 

STRENGTH TRAINING:

You don't have to be a body builder. But lifting light weights or doing other types of resistance-based strength training might improve your fibromyalgia symptoms. Fewer fibromyalgia studies have been done on strength training than on other exercise forms, but resistance training shows equal promise in its ability to relieve fibro pain and fatigue, improve sleep, reduce the number of tender points, and dampen depression in people with fibromyalgia. Strength training also may prevent weakening and loss of muscle mass (atrophy) to boot. 

WALKING:

One of the easiest things you can do is lace up your walking shoes and hit the sidewalk. Research suggests that mildly to moderately intense walking may dial down fibromyalgia pain and fatigue just as well as other forms of aerobic exercise do. But ask your rheumatologist or physical therapist how fast, how far, and how often you should walk when starting out. And build up your walks gradually. How much you should ultimately walk will depend on several factors, including your age, your fitness and activity levels, the severity of your fibromyalgia symptoms, and whether the activity worsens or improves your fibro pain and fatigue. Keep in mind that it’s probably also best to do mini walks here and there rather than take one long walk. 

Stick with Exercise for Fibromyalgia

The best way to ensure exercise improves your fibromyalgia? Don't stop once you start. Getting fit and controlling symptoms does not have a beginning and an end. And being a faithful follower of your exercise program is what brings continuous results. Research suggests that the symptom-improving benefits of any exercise program may take up to 4 weeks to fully kick in, so be patient. And remember, whether you are just starting out or have been at it for a while, if exercise ever hurts or makes your fibro symptoms worse, stop. Break it up. Exercise in small spurts. And keep it low-key. The last thing you want is to overdo it. And if you can't find anything that works for you, check in with your doctor or physical therapist as soon as possible to find out what other fibromyalgia treatments you might need to get back on a more active path.

(Real Age, 6/14/12)

EAT LESS 'CRAP', MORE REAL 'FOOD'!

EASY TO REMEMBER!!

TAPPING TO REDUCE PAIN

This is a new buzz in the holistic field (even though it’s been around for a long time).  It’s worth trying.  You can do it yourself.

What does MTT mean?

MTT is an abbreviation for "Meridian Tapping Techniques." Notice that the official name has an "S" at the end, it is plural. This means that there are a variety of "techniques" and innovations that use meridian points as a basic standard. For a more in depth explanation, please download our free manual HERE. MTT derives from a variety of techniques that involve tapping on acupressure points along the meridians.

You can use two fingers to touch and tap on these points yourself, or someone can tap on the points for you. Most, but not all, Meridian Tapping Techniques also involve saying certain phrases that help you focus on the issue that you are working on and tapping for. A MTT Professional can help you learn the correct tapping points as well as guide you through a tapping sequence (or 'round' as they are commonly called) and assist you in saying phrases that will be of most benefit.

How does it work and what does it do?

MTT is based on the assumption that negative emotions disrupt the flow in the body's energy system. When energy patterns are disrupted due to physical, mental or emotional trauma, it is believed that the path of energy between neurons can be disrupted. Practitioners that utilize Meridian Tapping Techniques have found that when people release negative emotions, it may help the energy flow again. Many people often experience other positive results as well including:

• Reduce or eliminate chronic pain (including back pain)
• Reduce or eliminate migraines
• Reduce or eliminate Fibromyalgia
• Reduce or eliminate stress
• Reduce or eliminate insomnia
• Reduce or eliminate anxiety and panic attacks
• Reduce or eliminate fears and phobias (claustrophobia, agoraphobia, social phobia, fear of heights, fear of flying, fear of public speaking, fear of the dark)
• Increase the rate of healing injuries
• Increase flexibility and range of motion
• Improve weight loss
• Improve concentration and focus
• Improve eye sight
• Improve overall health and well-being
• And more…

For more information go to www.meridiantappingtechniques.com – there’s LOTS of free information.

EXERCISE TO LIVE LONGER

Countless studies link regular exercise with reduced disease risk. A recent study points out that individuals who exercise regularly are also likely to live longer than those who do not exercise. The report, published in the International Journal of Epidemiology (2011; 40 [5], 1382–1400), includes data from more than 1.3 million individuals across 80 studies. The goal was to identify possible parallels between all-cause mortality levels and physical activity levels.

“We estimated combined risk ratios associated with defined increments and recommended levels, using random-effects meta-analysis and dose-response meta-regression models,” the study authors explained. They found that subjects who exercised regularly had a lower mortality risk. Those who achieved 150 minutes of moderate activity each week reduced their risk by 10%; vigorous exercise garnered a 22% reduction. When the time was increased to 300 minutes per week, the risk fell by 19% for moderate exercise and by 39% for vigorous exercise. Women saw a greater risk reduction than men.