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Indian Club Exercises for Improved Shoulder and Spinal Mobility

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jul 04, 2018
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Shoulder Mobility Exercises

Indian clubs are incredibly useful for improving shoulder and spinal mobility. They come in a variety of materials and weights. When first starting with them, whether you have limitations or not, it's generally wise to begin with the lightest clubs you can find. I suggest starting with 1-pound clubs and gradually working up to 2 or 3 pound clubs only if you feel that your shoulders can use more weight. The maximum weight that I find I need for an excellent shoulder workout is 5 pounds. In this video, I am using 3-pound wooden clubs. Read more about Indian Club Exercises for Improved Shoulder and Spinal Mobility

 

Dark Chocolate, Almond Butter, and Raspberry Cups

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jul 03, 2018
Healthy Eating Resources
Healthy Desserts

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For times when you crave Reese peanut butter cups but don't want your health to pay the price that comes with them, you might find all the satisfaction you're looking for with the following simple recipe for chocolate, almond butter, and raspberry cups. Read more about Dark Chocolate, Almond Butter, and Raspberry Cups

 

5 Simple Hamstring Exercises for Improved Knee and Hip Function

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 25, 2018
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Knee Mobility Exercises

This video demonstrates a variety of simple hamstring-strengthening exercises that almost invariably lead to improved knee and hip function. Please be sure to have the volume on your viewing device and within the video on for accompanying guidance for each exercise. Read more about 5 Simple Hamstring Exercises for Improved Knee and Hip Function

 

To Appear Tearful or About to Cry

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 21, 2018
Emotional Health and Well-Being

In receiving a steady stream of questions from all over the globe, there are times when I notice developing trends in human health issues. Sleep deficiency from cell phone addiction is one that I noticed a few years ago. Today, I have this sense that depression has become the most worrisome health issue for those living in developed countries.

Some call it social media depression - feeling down about one's life because of constant exposure to flashes of happy moments on other people's Facebook or Instagram accounts. Read more about To Appear Tearful or About to Cry

 

Rejection

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 18, 2018
Emotional Health and Well-Being

Originally published on August 17, 2010

I've come to believe that as parents, we often have far more to learn from our children than they do from us.

Our older son Joshua, now four and a half years old, is reserved, thoughtful, and gentle by disposition. These days, he lives to experience new and exciting things like riding the subway in Toronto for the first time, discovering the magic of helium balloons, and meeting new characters and worlds through trips to our local library. Read more about Rejection

 

A Fun Game that Improves Balance, Core Strength, and Joint Position Sense

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 13, 2018
Natural Health Solutions
Balance & Agility Exercises

Here's a simple game that you can do anywhere with a soft belt or rope or anything similar that you and a partner can wrap around your waists and be connected with each other.

Have each person wrap one end of the belt around the waist so that the belt takes on an "S" shape. Each person should hold on to his or her end of the belt with the hand on the side where the belt ends, right along the side of the waist. Read more about A Fun Game that Improves Balance, Core Strength, and Joint Position Sense

 

Are White Rice and White Potatoes Harmful To Your Health?

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 05, 2018
Natural Health Care

To continue where we left off in last week's newsletter, I'd like to share what I've learned over the years about eating white rice and potatoes. Read more about Are White Rice and White Potatoes Harmful To Your Health?

 

A Guide to Choosing Healthy Oils

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on May 28, 2018
Healthy Eating Resources

If you're not sure how to choose healthy oils for cooking, it's worth studying the essential differences between saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fatty acids. Once you understand the basic characteristics of these fatty acids, you'll know which commonly available oils are good for your health, and which ones are best limited or avoided altogether. Read more about A Guide to Choosing Healthy Oils

 

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