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Why do yoga if you have multiple sclerosis?

Kristy Manuel, MS, Yoga Therapist/16 February 2017/ All MFN blog, Conditions/

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease that damages the nerves in the brain and spinal cord. Sclerosis means scarring; MS sufferers develop scar tissue in response to the nerve damage. Symptoms can include failure of muscle control, balance, vision, and even speech, depending on where the “flare ups” occur. Early MS symptoms include weakness, tingling, numbness, and blurred vision. Muscle stiffness and urinary problems are other signs as well. Treatment can relieve MS symptoms and delay progression, but there is no cure as of yet for MS.

Natural Defenses

Genome Magazine/15 February 2017/ All MFN blog/

With immunotherapy, doctors and researchers are tapping into the body’s natural healing powers and using them — with promising results — against the deadliest of cancers.

The Benefits of Exercise for Individuals with Autism

Eric Chessen, M.S./13 February 2017/ All MFN blog/

Seriously, what aren’t the benefits of fitness for the autism population? As human beings, we all need to move for optimal health and development. Last I checked (approximately four minutes ago), individuals with autism and related disorders were, in fact, human beings. When discussing the inherent benefits of exercise, certainly there are physical, behavioral, and cognitive areas of ability that can receive a boost in quality.

Bikes and Bones

Sherri Betz/9 February 2017/ All MFN blog/

Inspired by the AmGen Tour of California, coming through Santa Cruz, I am thinking about the bone density of the world’s top cyclists. In the past 5 years, much has changed in the way we think about exercise and bone density. We used to think that weight-bearing or weight training exercise was the best for building bone. So, just what exercise is best for building bone? And, what can avid cyclists do to preserve their bones?

Exercise – Don’t Break the Hearts of Your Loved Ones

Shira Litwack/8 February 2017/ All MFN blog/

Two and a half years ago my dad had a fluke accident in our home, at the age of 87 he fell and broke his leg. Well, my dad is an avid tennis player, gym enthusiast, has a Nordic Track in his bedroom, and takes bike treks with his buddies (the ones 20 years his junior) for hundreds of kms. Even at his age, he had a fabulous recovery, blowing the minds of all health professionals…

Are you aware of the global aging crisis?

Dan Ritchie/7 February 2017/ All MFN blog/

Are you aware of the global aging crisis? Now at FAI we don’t think to grow old is a problem or a crisis at all. But many of our developed countries around the world are facing a crisis of economic and health care stresses as their countries begin to tip out of balance with respect to their average ag

Yoga as a Catalyst for Self-Care in Rheumatoid Arthritis

Dr. Steffany Moonaz/3 February 2017/ All MFN blog/

Marina Nellius was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at age 16. She was a ballet dancer and struggled with the meaning of her disease. She wondered, “Why does my body hate me so much?” She felt too young to have arthritis, but she was told by a doctor that she would be crippled by age 30. For a long time, she believed that.

Carbohydrates: Yes? No? Friend? Foe?

Nancy Clark, RD/2 February 2017/ All MFN blog/

Ever since I stopped eating carbs, I’ve been feeling so much better.
The keto-diet works fine for me. It keeps me from having cookie binges!
I tried giving up carbs and my workouts tanked. I had no energy and felt horrible.

5 Simple Ways To Get Back on Your Health and Fitness Track

Laticia Jackson/1 February 2017/ All MFN blog/

If we’re honest, sometimes it would be great to turn off all of our electronic devices, not show up for work, tell our families and friends we don’t want to talk and just take a moment for ourselves. A moment free from distractions, stressors and responsibilities! However in our fast paced digital world seldom do we make time for ourselves or our health.