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Inflammatory Foods: 8 to Avoid & Alternatives
February 7, 2023
Inflammation is a major concern for many people, and for good reason. Research has linked chronic, low-grade inflammation with numerous health problems, including heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's disease. While many people focus on adding anti-inflammatory foods to their diet, it's just as important to reduce the foods that trigger and aggravate existing inflammation. Here are eight of the top foods that cause inflammation and how to limit them.
New Mom? Don't Neglect Your Pelvic Floor Health: Tips & Support for Postpartum Recovery
December 27, 2022
As a new mom, it's important to take care of your own emotional and physical well-being in addition to caring for your new baby. While it's normal to experience some urinary leakage and pelvic pain immediately after giving birth, if these symptoms persist beyond the three-month mark, it's important to seek help. Neglecting your own health can lead to bigger problems down the road. Proper exercise and support can help reverse the physical changes that occur during pregnancy and improve your pelvic floor health. Consider attending a free pelvic floor workshop or try a pelvic floor workout for support and guidance.
Beyond Kegels: A Comprehensive Approach to Improving Pelvic Floor Health
December 27, 2022
Kegel exercises are often recommended for improving pelvic floor strength and addressing incontinence or pelvic pain, but they may not be the most effective solution. To truly improve the health of your pelvic floor muscles, it's important to incorporate a variety of exercises that engage not just the pelvic floor muscles, but also the rest of the body. Just like training for a running race requires building cardiovascular endurance and leg and core muscle strength, training the pelvic floor muscles requires a holistic approach that includes purposeful movement. If you're struggling with pelvic floor issues, know that you're not alone and there is help available. Consider attending a free pelvic floor workshop for guidance and support.
