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When a Loved One Struggles

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on May 15, 2017
Emotional Health and Well-Being

At a recent tennis tournament, our 11-year old son was in the midst of a challenging match with a good friend of his. It was the sort of match where one doesn't want to see either child dispirted. So when I saw our son's light go out late in the match when he was thoroughly exhausted and frustrated, it was I who became dispirited, hopefully not outwardly, but definitely within. Read more about When a Loved One Struggles

 

Mobility Exercise to Release a Chronically Tight Shoulder

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on May 11, 2017
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Shoulder Mobility Exercises

One of the oft-overlooked elements of releasing a chronically tight shoulder is shortened muscles and tendons in the posterior shoulder region.

The specific tendons and muscles that tend to be short in those with chronic shoulder tightness and impingement are:

Infraspinatus
Teres minor
Posterior deltoid Read more about Mobility Exercise to Release a Chronically Tight Shoulder

 

Mobility Exercises for Shoulder Impingement

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on May 08, 2017
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Shoulder Mobility Exercises

Start with arm circles. Ideally, you want to keep your shoulder blades (scapulae) squeezed together as you take your shoulders through small, controlled circles, forward and backward.

Proceed to Cow-Cat to mobilize your spine and scapulae. Alternate between flexion and extension of your spine, focusing on controlled movement throughout. Read more about Mobility Exercises for Shoulder Impingement

 

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

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on May 04, 2017
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

 

A Game that Develops Reaction Time, Agility, Balance, and Hand-Eye Coordination

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on May 02, 2017
Natural Health Solutions
Balance & Agility Exercises

A couple of years ago, I stumbled upon the work of Patrick Herzog, a functional therapist in Germany who makes use of an Indiaca when training his clients.

I was fascinated by this "floating pin," as I called it, and reached out to Patrick to find out what it was and where to get it. Read more about A Game that Develops Reaction Time, Agility, Balance, and Hand-Eye Coordination

 

Can Selfish People Change To Be Genuinely Warm and Loving?

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Apr 28, 2017
Emotional Health and Well-Being

Hi Dr. Ben,

I've been following your blog for many years now and have found so much comfort in similar experiences that we've had with family and friends. I'm writing with hope that you can tell me your opinion on an issue that has been gnawing away at me since I was a teenager.

I have an older brother who I'll call Sam. I'm too exhausted to dance around this so let me just say that he's the worst person I know. He is a real creep. Please allow me to explain why. Read more about Can Selfish People Change To Be Genuinely Warm and Loving?

 

Cherry Smoothies To Combat Arthritis

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Apr 24, 2017
Natural Health Solutions

Cherries have long been used to sooth chronically inflamed joints. In my experience, cherries aren't consistently effective in helping cases of degenerative arthritis, but when used in conjunction with a dairy-free diet, I find that they can significantly reduce joint pain caused by metabolic-type arthritides like rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and psoriatic arthropathy. Read more about Cherry Smoothies To Combat Arthritis

 

Is Your Kid Worth $100 Million?

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Apr 24, 2017
Emotional Health and Well-Being

Many thanks to Michael Lazerow for allowing me to re-publish his article here. I trust that it will inspire. - Ben Kim

Would you sell one of your kids for $100 million? Be honest.

Imagine your little Ben didn't burp or fart or throw up when your boss came over. Or think flushing the toilet was "mom's job." But sat quietly with other Benjamins in piles of crisp, neatly organized rows, ready to be enjoyed. Read more about Is Your Kid Worth $100 Million?

 

How to Make Kale Chips

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Apr 19, 2017
Healthy Eating Resources
Healthy Desserts

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When you're craving potato chips but looking to keep your intake of acrylamide and empty calories to a minimum, see if you can satisfy your need for salty and crispy with kale chips. That's right - chips made with nutrient-dense kale. Read more about How to Make Kale Chips

 

What to Do When You Have Impacted Stool

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Apr 16, 2017
Natural Health Solutions

Never a comfortable topic to discuss, but it's good to have some idea of what to try if you or a loved one ever experiences hardened stool that won't come out on its own.

First, it's vital to remember that whenever you have the urge to have a bowel movement, it's best that you relax rather than try to force stool out with exertion. Read more about What to Do When You Have Impacted Stool

 

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