People tell me all the time: “I don’t need to check the weather anymore, my joints tell me what’s coming.” And as winter approaches, I know I’m going to be hearing more and more of this. So why is it that arthritis sufferers tend to be impacted more during the colder, wetter months? The actual science on this is inconclusive. Some studies have completely debunked the myth that...
Knee Pain while Running? Don’t Blame Arthritis Is running bad for your knees? Does it cause arthritis? We get asked these questions a lot, especially by clients who are in their 50s and 60’s and wondering if it’s safe to keep running. The short answer is no — running is NOT bad for your knees! If you experience knee pain while running, it’s not that you’ve “aged out”...
One of the most important factors in living an active lifestyle is the health and endurance of your joints. If you’re in pain, you’re much less likely to exercise, and joint pain will likely keep you much more sedentary than is healthy. But did you know that there are several foods that can make a huge difference for your joints? The following are some examples of nutritious foods...
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