To Your Health Newsletter: Your Backpack Is Putting Major Stress on Your Spine - October 23, 2018

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October 23, 2018 - Volume 12, Issue 22

Your Backpack Is Putting
Major Stress on Your Spine

When we think about who wears a backpack, we often think first of students and members of the military. But these days, backpack wearers increasingly transcend age and occupational categories. That's because backpacks serve a valuable purpose. That said, they're also risky when worn incorrectly or overpacked – particularly risky to the spine.

Stress Less - 3 Overlooked Causes of Stress and How to Eliminate Them
Work It Out - 5 Easy Exercises to Get Your Kids Excited About Fitness
Welcome to Herb Central - Top Herbal Formulas for Health and Wellness
Your Heart Will Thank You - The Power of Berries for Blood Pressure

Don't Fall Prey to
These Fitness Failures

The key to getting – and staying – fit isn't necessarily the specific exercises you do or the precise foods you eat; it's all about sticking with whatever plan you design for the long haul. Don't make getting in shape more challenging than it already is. Avoid these common fitness failures.

Give a Hug (or Get One): Here's Why It's Healthy

Ah yes, the power of a simple hug. A hug can warm you, comfort you, make you feel safe – all of the above and more. In fact, a hug can even improve your health by reducing stress and other negative feelings often conjured by our daily social interactions.

Supplements That Help Restless Leg Syndrome

RLS causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs and an irresistible urge to move them, particularly late in the day. This makes it difficult to fall asleep, leading to daytime fatigue, lack of productivity, and compromised quality of life. Here are some of the key nutritional supplements that can help.

Medications That Can Cause Pain

Several classes of medications can cause neuropathic pain, and the medications used to treat the pain can be unpleasant as well.

A Little Activity Goes a Long Way

Light to moderate weekly activity provides a major benefit to seniors: if they suffer a stroke, they're more likely to experience a mild version.

This issue features a number of articles you will want to share with your family, friends and co-workers. Please feel free to forward this newsletter to them via e-mail.

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