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Who’s Healthier: Introverted Or Extroverted Personality Types?
How this mind-body connection controls your chemistry and what you can do about it!
You’re probably one or the other, or, at
least, more one than the
other. What are we talking about? Introverted and extroverted personality types.
Some people just love social
settings. They are usually the “life of
the party” and tend to make whatever they are doing a party of its own.
While these people love and thrive
on the energy of most social settings, others do not.
Introverts hide from groups of
people and would much rather spend their time in solitude. The same party that charges up the extrovert
completely drains the introvert. One can
easily say… especially in today’s society where everyone is so connected…
It’s Tough Being Shy
But, what if being shy was actually bad for your health? And, what if new research actually showed it
can even double your risk of death within five years? If that just shocked you a little… you will
be very interested in this…
According to a study in the journal
Brain, Behavior and Immunity, low levels of the extroversion personality trait
may signal that blood levels of a key inflammatory molecule (interleukin 6)
have crossed over a threshold linked to a doubling of risk of death within five
years.
According to a June 17, 2009 press
release by the University of Rochester Medical Center, “Long-term exposure to
hormones released by the brain of people under stress, for instance, takes a
toll on organs. Like any injury, this brings a reaction from the body's immune
system, including the release of immune chemicals that trigger inflammation in
an attempt to begin the healing process. The same process goes too far as part
of diseases from rheumatoid arthritis to Alzheimer's disease to
atherosclerosis, where inflammation contributes to clogged arteries, heart
attacks and strokes.”
Pretty amazing isn’t it?
Medical science is beginning to
study the mind-body connection more and more. In doing so, it is discovering
just how profound an effect personality and stress can have on one’s health and
wellbeing.
But the big question is: Now that
research is showing the health benefits of having an extroverted personality –
Could An Introvert Become
An Extrovert…
…And get the same health benefits?
According
to the University of Rochester Medical Center press release: “The findings
recall an idea described as early as 1911 by French philosopher Henri Bergson
that he called élan vitale or ''life force," according to the authors.
This aspect of adult personality may be linked to childhood temperament as
well. Some babies are very relaxed, other babies are active. Activity levels
may reflect a fundamental, biologically-based energy reserve, although no one
has explained the biochemistry behind it.”
It
seems that people may simply be born introverts or extroverts. But, your increasing your activity levels may
be one thing you can change that can be of great benefit to your health. Even though you cannot change your innate
personality – physical exercise may be linked to the activity level in
extroverts – which may help lower IL-6 levels.
But, here’s something interesting the researchers said, “Beyond physical
activity, some people seem to have this innate energy separate from exercise
that makes them intrinsically involved in life.”
So
the question is: Are some people just
born with a different “life force” that gives them more energy… or… can you
change your habits and state of mind and give yourself more “life force”? Who knows for sure… but one thing is
certain: Chiropractors have talked about
“life force” since Chiropractic’s inception in 1895, and we’re laughed at and
labeled as “quacks”. Now, researchers
talk about “life force” as if there is no doubt it exists, and not only that –
they are doing experiments to figure out how to possibly access more of
it. One has to wonder if a Chiropractic
adjustment that relieves stress on the spine and nerves in some way enhances
your life force? Makes sense… doesn’t
it?
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Sunshine Health Foods has been serving downtown San
Francisco since 1978.
Don’t be fooled by their size, Sunshine provides a wide
selection of quality vitamins, minerals, herbs, amino acids, probiotics, whole
body cleanses, antioxidants, enzymes and sport supplements, homeopathy, body
care and essential oils. They also have a nice selection of healthy snacks and
bars. If they don’t have it they will special order it for you.
Sunshine is also very easy to get to, just down the
escalators form our office in One Embarcadero Center (Street Level) or at 98 Battery (Battery
& Pine).
They are giving recipients of the Executive Express
Chiropractic newsletter a special offer. When you mention you saw them in the
Executive Express Chiropractic “Health Bulletin” you will receive a 20% discount on your
purchase (food, bars, and snacks excluded).
Dr. Eben Davis, our clinic director has been a customer for
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snack. They have it all”.
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Chiropractic and Weight Training
By Dr. Dave Schlute, D.C.
There’s no doubt that
building stronger muscles through weight lifting will help in all aspects of
life, especially with back pain. According to research done at the University
of Alberta, and presented at the American Academy of Sports Medicine,
weightlifting enhanced quality of life for back pain patients by up to 30%.
Strengthening only one part
of the body will not cut it however, one researcher said. The benefit comes
from bench presses for the chest, lateral pull-downs for strengthening the
back, and leg presses. All three were correlated with pain reduction. When
strength increased in those exercises, pain and disability decreased. More
frequent training led to better results. The research was done on 240 men and
women who had had no back surgery, damaged vertebrae or nerve root problems.
All had chronic, non-specific lower-back pain as a result of injury to soft
tissue in the lower back. All patients experienced positive results.
What role does Chiropractic
play in weight lifting? Weight lifting makes the body stronger by putting more
stress on the muscles, bones, and joints forcing them to adapt and become
stronger. However, the same stresses
(from weight lifting) can also pull the spine out of alignment. Especially if
you are someone that really pushes yourself.
This misalignment is what chiropractors call a subluxation. Subluxations
can pinch the nerves that are exiting from in between the bones of the spine
leading to pain, dysfunction, and loss of workout time.
In addition, the
subluxation/pinched nerve complex can result in decreased muscle strength, scar
tissue formation, and soft tissue injuries. And, all of this can be happening
without any symptoms…as the symptom often happens last, as with most disease
processes…usually when you least expect it.
Also, many people reach a plateau in the gains
they make with weight training. This plateau may be caused by such a
subluxation. A licensed Chiropractor can locate these subluxations and relieve
the stress caused from weight lifting. This will help prevent injury and allow
you to progress further with your workouts.
Karyn S. Marshall was the
first woman in history to snatch more than 200 lbs, the first American woman to
win a World Championship in weightlifting, and was the strongest woman in the
world at one point ('Guiness Book of World Records;' International
Weightlifting Federation five world records). She later became a Chiropractor. "I
found my chiropractor to be the most important health professional in my
athletic career," she says.
Golf great, Tiger Woods, is another example of what
the benefits of Chiropractic care can offer an athlete. Tiger Woods states,
“lifting weight and seeing a Chiropractor on a regular basis has made me a
better golfer. I’ve been going to Chiropractors for as long as I can remember.
It’s as important to my training as practicing my swing.”
These two athletes got
phenomenal results using both Chiropractic and weight training, however
everyone doesn’t have to be a world class athlete to take advantage of the many
benefits Chiropractic care has to offer.
Executive Express Chiropractic
is the premier and most convenient Chiropractic facility in San Francisco. Our
relationship with Equinox Fitness Club, the best exercise facility in the city,
is a natural fit for someone wishing to reach their peak performance. To find
out more about how Chiropractic can help you reach your fitness goals, please
call our office at (415) 392-2225.
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Ripe Tomatoes Equal Summer
Jill Nussinow, MS, RD, The Veggie Queen™
“Tomatoes taste
like summer. I love them in black bean salad, salsa, Greek salad and by themselves,
drizzled with balsamic vinegar,” says Registered Dietitian and life coach
(Healthy Habits Coach.com) Kathy Nichols of Healdsburg.
While other
summer vegetables have appeal, none have the sweetness or juiciness of a
tomato, and that’s because they truly are a fruit. Thomas Jefferson was one of the
first Americans to grow tomatoes, which were called "love
apples". While tomatoes have an
interesting history, rather than focus on the past, let’s deal with the
present. Tomatoes are a true summer gift.
If you didn’t plant tomatoes this year, the best way to find
ripe ones is at the farmer’s market, a local farm or a farm stand near you.
Supermarket tomatoes cannot compare, often because they’ve been refrigerated.
Tomatoes benefit from gentle handling and are easily bruised once ripe. Store
firm, ripe, fresh tomatoes on the countertop for a few days. Once cut, turn them cut side down on a plate
or cutting board and use quickly. You can refrigerate them, if you must but the
flavor will not be as vibrant.
Nothing beats picking a tomato off the vine, taking a sweet
bite, and having the warm juices run down your arm. Of course, if your favorite
tomatoes are cherry tomatoes, you can easily just pop them into your mouth,
like candy because they taste that sweet.
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Corporate Outreach Health Education Program
As
San Francisco’s Back and Wrist Pain Consultants since 1992, we strive
to help employers in downtown San Francisco reduce injuries in the work
place and maintain a healthy work environment. Our goal is for all
businesses to have healthier, fully functional employees, and as a
direct result, higher productivity and prosperity.
Our
Health Events and Workshops have been well received in many prominent
and diverse San Francisco-based businesses, including:
* Pacific Gas & Electric
* S.F. Unified School District
* The Embarcadero Center
* Marriott Fisherman’s Wharf
* Consulate General of the Philippines
* Bain & Company
We specialize in conducting full service Health Events in downtown
office buildings. We work with building or company management and
tailor-make a layout to accommodate your conference room, office space
or lobby. The Health Events are FREE and are done as a community
service to help raise the level of health awareness of your
employees/tenants. Here’s what’s available for your customized Health
Event:
* Ergonomic Evaluation and Recommendations
* Stress Assessment
* Carpal Tunnel Screenings
* Chair Massage (up to 2 hours)
* Posture Evaluations
* YOGA demonstrations (stretching & breathing advice)
* Neck and Back Evaluation (Evaluate for Herniated Discs)
* Headaches prevention seminar (1hour)
* Carpal Tunnel Seminar (1 hour)
* Back Pain Prevention Seminar (1 hour)
* Sports Injury Seminar (1 hour)
Please feel free to call Dr. Dave Schlute with any questions at
415-392-2225, or email him at Dr.Schlute@ExecutiveExpressChiro.com.
Or just stop by.
More about Dr. Schlute? Click here
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Equinox Fitness Personal Training Tips
What are Shin Splints? How Are They Easily Preventable?
Written By: Tony Lagomarsino, Elite Personal Trainer Equinox Fitness San Francisco
Whether you just going for a jog or training for a race, without the proper preparation you are putting yourself at risk for one of the most common running related injuries, known as shin splints. Shin splints occur along the medial side of the tibia bone (shinbone) in the connective tissue that attaches the anterior tibialis muscle and the tibia. The constant stress of running or jogging causes an inflammation of the periosteum of the tibia (sheath surrounding the bone). Shin splints are most commonly identified by pain, tenderness, and possible swelling on the interior lower half of the shin.
Though shin splints can be very painful, they are also easily preventable. The first and easiest way to help prevent shin splints is proper implementation of a pre-run/jog stretching program. By adequately stretching the muscles of the lower leg, for example the gastrocnemius, soleus, and anterior tibialis, you can increase flexibility in these muscles which will help to prevent unnecessary tension between the muscles and bone. Most people know how to stretch the back of their calf, but it is the front that needs attention. By placing the top of the foot on top of a ledge pushing down and forward will get a nice deep stretch in that anterior tibialis muscle. Strength training is another way to help decrease the chance of shin splints, but it requires much more than the common toe raise calf workout. Toe raises are great for working the gastrocnemius and soleus, but both of those muscles are located on the posterior (back) of the lower leg.
Tony Lagomarsino is a Tier 1 Personal Trainer at Equinox Fitness in San Francisco. He graduated from Arizona State University in 2009 with a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology and has been Personal Training for 5years. Call 415-593-4000 and mention this article for a free 3 day pass.
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