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Healthy Answers – A Guide To Healthy Living:

‘Shades Up … Or Shades Down?’

By Dale Brown, B.S., disrupt the alignment of circadian rhythms, often referred restricted eating (TRE), better known as intermittent
M.A., C.E.C. Dale is a to as the body’s internal clock. You may not even be aware fasting. The concept is to restrict the eating window to
motivational speaker it’s happening, but your circadian clock plays a crucial a certain amount of time during the day, about four to12
who has spent many role in regulating a variety of physiological, behavioral hours. For example, let’s say you choose to eat all meals
years as a Certified Life and biochemical processes in your body. and snacks from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Your fasting period
Coach and has written During the time it takes to fully adjust to time changes, actually happens overnight. There are other windows you
numerous articles and circadian rhythms may be temporarily misaligned, can devise that will suit your particular schedule. Research
e-books relating to self- leading to variations in the secretion of such hormones suggests that this method optimizes brain function and
improvement and ways to as melatonin and cortisol. People may experience a brief energy metabolism. Eating on a regular schedule is also
build a high-performance increase in fatigue or irritability when they lose an hour beneficial to reduce the risk of health issues such as
team. She is the author of of sleep in the spring. In the fall, the extra hour of sleep obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
the book, Small Steps... may lead to a slight improvement in mood and alertness. Other considerations when facing significant time
Big Changes: The Personal Stories of a Life Coach. Studies have suggested that time changes may have changes, such as long-distance travel, is to gradually adjust
Her education and years of experience in physical short-term impacts on health, including an increase in the your meal times to be on the same local time. I know
fitness and training of elite athletes has enabled her to number of accidents, cardiovascular events, and even a this from traveling abroad in the years I was a gymnastic
sharpen her knowledge in many health-related areas. temporary uptick in the risk of stroke. judge. It would be crucial for the gymnasts and myself to
The following introduces a new approach to Brown’s For some individuals, the shift in the time associated assume the new time zone as soon as possible. It’s best
series of columns devoted to many topics that deal with with Daylight Savings Time may intensify symptoms of not to think about what time it is at home; rather change
the mind/body connection and the importance of living seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression your clock and accept what it is now.
a healthy lifestyle. that occurs during specific seasons, often in the fall and Exposure to natural light, especially in the morning, can
winter. The reduction in daylight hours and disrupted sleep help reset the circadian clock and support the adjustment of
Here we go again, dark at 5:30 p.m. I don’t know about patterns can worsen these symptoms. eating habits. Adequate hydration is also essential to help
you, but I’m not a fan of daylight savings (DST) time, nor Interruptions to your biological clock also occur as digestion and overall well-being. Prioritizing nutrient-dense
is my cat! People claim to get an extra hour of sleep, and the a result of jet lag, shift work or lack of daylight hours. foods and maintaining a balanced diet is beneficial for overall
early morning sun suits them just fine. To me there are fewer Sudden changes in time can lead to irregular meal timing health, even in the face of changes in eating patterns.
daylight hours in the evening to play outdoor sports, go for and, in some cases, skipped meals. This can affect the Regardless of your preferences for how you like to set
a walk or to the beach. Not to mention the fact that I’m not body’s ability to maintain stable blood sugar levels and your clock, DST is not our decision to make. That choice
an early riser, and a dark room is conducive to sleeping in. may contribute to feelings of fatigue and irritability. lies with our government. So, until things change we need
The reason behind DST is diverse. In the past I was If you’ve ever traveled to Australia, China, or anywhere to understand that our bodies must adapt to these disruptions
told it had to do with the farming industry, or because that crossed a number of different time zones, you know in our circadian rhythms gracefully. My advice is to just go
parents didn’t like their children waiting for a bus in the how messed up you feel and off kilter your appetite is. I with the flow and not fight the clock. Explain that to my cat,
dark. But nowadays it’s more about economics and quality remember an instance that happened upon my return from Mickie, who is still waking me up an hour earlier! 
of life. Reasons range from energy conservation, reduced Indonesia. I arrived in L.A. airport with time to kill before
traffic accidents, increased social activities (dining, my next flight. It was 8 a.m. and, as crazy as it sounds, all I
shopping) and, of course, playing nine more holes of golf wanted was pizza and a cold beer. Not exactly my idea of a
in the early evening. healthy breakfast. After 36 hours of travel, my internal clock
That being said, there is much more associated with didn’t know or care what the local time was.
changing time zones than a slight adjustment to your So, what can be done to align our eating habits with
sleeping schedule. It seems like a simple thing to abruptly our circadian time clock?
change your clock by one hour. But this shift in time can One method, which is growing in popularity, is time-

Holistic Approaches to Managing Chronic Pain:

A Comprehensive Guide

Introduction: promotes overall health but also plays a crucial role in pain Vibroacoustic and Infrared Sauna: Harmonizing Sound
Chronic pain is a persistent challenge that affects management. Exercise aids in maintaining joint flexibility, and Heat
millions of adults. For those dealing with various ailments, building muscle strength, and releasing endorphins, Embracing technology, vibroacoustic therapy harnesses
finding effective and sustainable ways to manage pain fostering a natural defense against pain. Tailoring an the power of sound vibrations to influence physical and
becomes paramount. In this article, we will explore exercise regimen to individual needs and limitations is key, mental well-being. By integrating rhythmic vibrations with
holistic approaches that go beyond conventional methods, making activities such as swimming, walking, or gentle yoga music or sound frequencies, this therapy aims to reduce pain
focusing on mindfulness, meditation, and gentle exercises and Tai Chi accessible options for those navigating chronic and induce relaxation. Infrared saunas, on the other hand,
as key components of a comprehensive pain management pain. leverage heat to penetrate tissues, promoting improved
strategy. circulation and easing muscle tension. Combined, these
In the United States alone, 50 million people grapple Massage: The Healing Touch modalities provide a holistic approach, addressing both
with chronic pain, and among them, 20 million bear the Massage therapy transcends mere relaxation; it has physical and psychological facets of chronic pain.
weight of high-impact chronic pain. The implications established itself as a viable component of holistic pain In conclusion, the journey toward managing chronic
are profound, as chronic pain has been correlated with management. Through targeted manipulation of muscles pain encompasses a rich tapestry of holistic strategies, each
an elevated risk of severe mental conditions such as and soft tissues, massage contributes to improved blood offering unique benefits. Acupuncture taps into ancient
depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. The circulation, reduced muscle tension, and enhanced wisdom, exercise mobilizes the body’s defenses, massage
scientific understanding of this plight reveals that a body flexibility. These effects synergize to alleviate chronic pain provides healing touch, stress-reduction techniques
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It’s a relentless cycle, difficult to break or control. to relief. these diverse approaches, individuals can cultivate a
Conventionally, when a person receives a diagnosis of personalized, comprehensive pain management plan that
chronic pain, the first recourse is typically pain medication. Stress-Reduction Techniques: Mindfulness and Meditation goes beyond the confines of conventional medicine, offering
While effective for some, the downside lies in potential side Mastery hope and relief in the face of persistent discomfort.
effects, ranging from nausea to heart complications, which Acknowledging the intricate connection between the
may overshadow the relief provided. mind and body, stress-reduction techniques like mindfulness Dr. Yaron Seidman, an
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