Tag: fitness
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Fascia: The Smart Tissue That Holds More Than We Realize
Most people think fascia is just a thin sheet that wraps around the muscles, like plastic wrap around leftovers. They believe its only job is to hold everything in place. But after 15 years of working with fascia, we see it in a much more exciting way that changes how we understand the body itself.…
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Breath as Medicine: Qi Gong and Mitochondrial Health
Ask Me Anything Wednesday: Q: How can practices like Qi Gong breathing influence mitochondrial health and fat metabolism in a way that modern research can measure? A: The ancients spoke of breath as the bridge between heaven and earth, the unseen rhythm that nourishes both body and spirit. In Taoist practice, Qi Gong breathing is…
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Master Health Quote Thursday: 6/19/25
Shilajit, a sticky, tar-like substance found in the Himalayas and other high mountain ranges, has long been revered in Ayurvedic medicine for its wide-ranging health benefits. One of its most powerful yet lesser-known effects is its ability to support the body’s natural production of nitric oxide (NO), a molecule vital for circulation, energy, and cellular…
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Feverfew: Nature’s Answer to Migraine and Inflammation
Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) is a small flowering plant in the daisy family long revered for its potent medicinal properties. Traditionally used in European herbalism, feverfew has earned a strong reputation for its ability to prevent and relieve the intensity of migraines. Rather than simply masking pain, feverfew works at a deeper level by reducing the…
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Magnesium: The Master Mineral for Health and Healing
Magnesium is one of the most vital minerals in the human body, involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions. It supports everything from muscle function and nerve conduction to energy production, DNA synthesis, and heart rhythm regulation. Despite its importance, magnesium deficiency is common due to soil depletion, processed diets, stress, and certain medications. Symptoms of…
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5 Powerful Exercises to (Re)Connect Your Core to Your Back and Eliminate Most Back Pain
Plus ONE Bonus Exercise. Back pain affects nearly 80% of adults at some point in their lives — a staggering statistic that reflects the disconnection between how we move and how we’re designed to move. Often, the missing link lies in the deep core muscles, which are meant to support and communicate with the spine…
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How to Lose Belly Fat Fast: 7 Natural and Effective Strategies
Belly fat isn’t just about looks — it’s often linked to deeper health concerns like insulin resistance, inflammation, and hormonal imbalance. If you’re looking to trim your waistline quickly and naturally, here are seven powerful strategies that work without relying on fad diets or extreme measures. 1. Cut Sugar and Refined Carbs Immediately Excess sugar…
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4 Natural Ways to Heal Knee Injuries
Knee injuries are among the most common musculoskeletal issues, affecting people across all age groups. In the United States alone, over 6.6 million knee injuries were reported in emergency departments between 1999 and 2008, with the highest rates among individuals aged 15 to 24 years. These injuries often result from sports activities, accidents, or degenerative…
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Keeping Your Knees Healthy: A Natural Medicine Perspective
In Oriental and Natural medicine, the knees are often referred to as the “pillars of the body,” playing a vital role in mobility, balance, and overall vitality. According to traditional Chinese medicine and other natural healing systems, knee health is deeply connected to the flow of Qi, blood circulation, and the balance of the body’s…
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Weight Loss Made Simple
OK, maybe not “simple” but certainly simpler. Weight loss can be a great challenge for many despite the fact there is so much information about the topic. From treatments to supplements to ice baths and 1001 things in between, there are seemingly infinite numbers of methods to lose weight. Despite that, some 41% of adults…
Dr. David Orman 