Tag: pain

Stretching Can Increase Your Tolerance for Pain

To stretch or not to stretch? Should you do it before or after exercise? Does it prevent or heal injuries? Stretching is always a hot topic. However, while it’s effective in improving flexibility, its usefulness in reducing pain is being questioned. Back pain is one of the most prevalent health conditions in our society. Up…


Do You Know the Signs of Vitamin D Deficiency?

Vitamin D regulates the expression of hundreds of genes and is integral to biological functions that affect every bodily system. Vitamin D insufficiency or deficiency can trigger several generalized symptoms that you may have associated with other health conditions. It’s also called the sunshine vitamin since your skin makes vitamin D when exposed to ultraviolet…


Weather Report: Cloudy With a Chance of Pain

Winter in Minnesota is beautiful, but it can also be a challenge. Cold. And not just cold, numbing. Even the dog won’t go outside and I have to bundle up just to grab the mail. Winter can be tough on your body. If you’ve noticed that you’re a little achy or stiff getting out of…