by Dr. Kimberly Anderson on January 31, 2012
(Bozeman Chiropractor) Studies have shown that depression is on the rise across all age groups in America. Because of this increase, many are choosing to take antidepressant medication, which in some cases can be of more harm than help. Is there another, more natural way to counteract depression?
Several scientists have begun researching the effects of exercise on depression. These preliminary studies have shown that even light exercise has very positive impact on improving the overall mental health and wellbeing of participants.
So how does exercise affect the body? When engaging in exercise, the body –
- Produces more mood-enhancing neurotransmitters in the brain
- Boosts endorphins, which affects one’s mood
- Reduces muscle tension
- Improves sleep
- Reduces cortisol, a hormone produced during stressful periods
- Boosts self esteem
- Reduces worry by redirecting one’s focus
- Releases built up stress and frustration
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by Dr. Kimberly Anderson on January 31, 2012
(Bozeman Chiropractor) High blood pressure. It’s all over the commercials and in the magazine advertisements. We are made aware of it and the myriad disorders it leads to (cardiovascular disease, diabetes, dementia, etc.)
One of the most direct cause/effect problems of high blood pressure is a malfunctioning nervous system. Because the spinal cord and brain directly control every part of the body, misaligned bones in the spinal column can greatly heighten blood pressure.
As a community service, Wellness Montana is holding a FREE blood pressure screening at Curves at Four Corners, MT, February 6th from 9am – 11am. This is a great time to come by for a COMPLIMENTARY screening to see if you have high blood pressure.
If you have any questions, please post them in the comments below or email us. We look forward to seeing you there!
by Dr. Kimberly Anderson on January 30, 2012
(Bozeman Chiropractor) Do any of the symptoms listed below sound familiar:
- Tender points
- Headaches
- Neck Pain
- Facial Pain
- Chronic Fatigue
- Difficulty Sleeping
- Anxiety/Depression
If you have 4 or more of those symptoms, you may suffer from Fibromyalgia.
Fibromyalgia is a complex health disorder affecting over 3 to 6 million Americans every day (that’s 1 in 50.) It occurs 7 times more frequently in woman than men, and over 90% of those diagnosed with Fibromyalgia are women. The symptoms of Fibromyalgia vary widely from patient to patient, making it tricky to diagnose and even trickier to treat. This lack of answers in the medical community has left many suffering with Fibromyalgia without help or hope.
In order to raise awareness about this condition, we will be present as the Fibromyalgia Centers of America at Oak Street Market on Thursday, February 9th from 11am – 1pm. This is a great time to come by for a FREE screening to see if you have the preliminary symptoms for Fibromyalgia.
If you have any questions, please post them in the comments below or email us. We look forward to seeing you there!
