Heat vs Cold: What works better? (By UNC Health Appalachian, June 10, 2024)
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Cold vs Heat Therapy:
Both heat and cold therapy have their benefits in treating pain, but their effectiveness depends on the type of injury or pain you’re experiencing.
Apply heat for muscle and soft tissue pain and tightness. Heat improves circulation and blood flow, can soothe discomfort and increase flexibility in a specific area due to increased temperature.
Apply cold for acute injuries, joints and bones to reduce swelling and inflammation. Cold reduces blood flow to a specific area which can reduce inflammation and swelling that causes pain and can relieve pain by reducing nerve activity.
8 Brain Healthy Foods to Add to Your Diet (Authored by Lindsay Allen. VIVE HEALTH, December 12, 2022)
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There is strong evidence all over that proves what we eat impacts our health. A healthy dietary pattern that includes a lot of fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains improves heart health and reduces the risk of chronic diseases like Type 2 diabetes.
You may have heard the saying “You are what you eat.” The foods we choose to eat daily have an overwhelming impact on our bodies. Is it possible for certain foods to also boost our brain health? The answer is yes! Certain foods can improve brain functions, such as our concentration and memory.
What is inflammation? (by Cleveland Clinic 03/22/2024)
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Acute inflammation may cause flushed skin, pain or tenderness, swelling and heat. Chronic inflammation can be harder to spot with a wide range of possible signs.
Inflammation is your body’s response to an illness, injury or something that doesn’t belong in your body (like germs or toxic chemicals). Inflammation is a normal and important process that allows your body to heal. Fever, for example, is how you know your body’s inflammatory system is working correctly when you’re ill. But inflammation can harm you if it occurs in healthy tissues or goes on for too long.
Navigate New Pathways in Pain Relief Using This Guide (by Anya Willis @ fitkids.info)
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Can taking a cold plunge after your workout be beneficial? (Authored by: Andrew Jagim, Ph.D, Mayo Clinic Health System, January 30, 2024)
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Erases Indigestion - A Bit of Ice (Authored by: FIRST Magazine, October 21, 2024 Issue)
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