Lake Norman Integrative Wellness Blog
Concussions triple suicide risk
While concussions have gained attention for their link to dementia, did you know they also increase the risk for suicide? Just one concussion can triple the long-term risk of suicide in otherwise healthy people. Although brain-injured football players have been receiving all the attention lately, the typical concussion patient is a middle-aged adult. Most concussions…
Healthy Eating Habits
National Healthy Eating Month! What a great opportunity to focus on eating right and establishing healthy eating habits in our lives. Healthy Eating Habits Begin your day with breakfast. A balanced breakfast consists of lean protein, whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Ideally, eat breakfast within 1 hour of waking to jumpstart your metabolism. Vary your…
Nature is powerful medicine for the body and brain
Have you ever wondered why a walk in the woods makes you feel so good? While that Zen feeling is partly about “getting away from it all,” studies show time in nature is also powerfully therapeutic for the body and brain. More than half of the world’s population lives in an urban setting, and by…
Generosity and volunteering proven good for health
While volunteering is good for those in need, the giver cashes in big on generosity, too. Studies show the benefits of generosity and volunteering include a heightened sense of well-being, increased self-worth, and improved emotional and physical health. How generosity makes you happier Generosity and volunteering produce hormones that relieve stress, promote happiness, cause a…
Get Rid Of Cravings For Weight Management
Here are just a few of the tips that we give our patients to help control cravings: Drink water first thing in the morning (up to 4 glasses). When you drink water in the morning you will find that you have less appetite since you already have the water in your stomach fooling your…