Recently, my friend and fellow MSFC member, Pat Bristoe, posted a video walking backwards on a treadmill. They call it Retro Walking. This was a term I was unfamiliar with. At its core, it simply means walking backwards. Why would you WANT to walk backward, you ask? Apparently it's not just a fancy thing you [...]
Biotin is a vitamin. Also called vitamin H, it is one of the many vitamins our body uses to help convert food into energy... but it doesn't stop there. It is believed that biotin helps keep your hair, skin, nails, eyes, nervous system and liver healthy. It may also play a role in other bodily [...]
And why I should be aware of it? The word Pseudo is defined as "fake." Although when you have symptoms like heightened discomfort or pain, or increased balance issues or dizziness, it can seem very real. Pseudo-exacerbation simply means a worsening of current symptoms and is not related to a new lesion. People often mistake [...]
This is a great recipe to take on a picnic. You can change up the vegetables according to what you like, too. Feel free to mix it up! Orzo Salad 2 pkgs of Orzo 1 red pepper, diced 1/2 cucumber diced 1 cup green or black olives, sliced 1 tomato, diced 1 cup fresh spinach, [...]
I couldn't sleep the other night thinking about a new portable power chair. I was like a kid at Christmas anticipating all the fun things I would do with my new toy and the newfound freedom it would offer. But it wasn’t always that way. I remember the first cane they handed me at a [...]
Living with MS is not easy. This disease causes more depression than Cancer. Your body is hurting itself. It doesn't make sense. MS can rob you of your mobility, dexterity and strength. Everyday tasks take longer, and become more difficult to do. I recently dropped a bread tie on my kitchen floor. When I went [...]
Did you know that eating vitamin C, along with vitamin B12 doesn't do the body any good? When you supplement zinc and copper together, you will still end up deficient in copper. Many of us have included supplements as part of our daily health regimen. Our dependency on supplements has increased due to our busy [...]
What is 3D Printing? 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, involves creating three-dimensional objects by layering materials based on digital models. Unlike other computer aided manufacturing and milling processes, which use various tools to carve objects out of solid blocks, 3D printers create complex objects by building up thin layers until the desired shape [...]
Pantothenic Acid is a vitamin, also known as vitamin B5. It assists the body in creating and breaking down fats. It also helps to turn the food we eat into energy. The amount of pantothenic acid you need depends on your age and sex. Average daily recommended amounts are listed below in milligrams (mg). Life [...]
The Power of Potassium Potassium is an essential mineral. Our heart, kidneys, lungs and other organs need it to work optimally. The balance of this mineral is regulated by the kidneys. Potassium is responsible for: Keeping your heartbeat regular Moving nutrients into the cells while drawing out waste. It helps to counteract the effects of [...]
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