Mood and Movement. Many studies have demonstrated improvement in depression with exercise. The reason is that movement drives a huge amount of brain activity. It’s how we’re wired. It’s one of the reasons that chiropractic care can have a huge impact on neurological function – with movement based treatments. The problem is often that the […]
How To Stay Positive, Follow The Linus Philosophy
“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.” Helen Keller Halloween is the #1 adult party holiday… It’s certainly not just for kids. We’ve got costumes, lawn decorations, home decorations, parties, junk food and more frightening feasting. Reaching back into my distant childhood I remember growing up […]
Exercise Improves Brain Inflammation
<Study> Exercise reduces levels of brain inflammation (IL6) in people with schizophrenia. Interestingly higher IL6 is associated with several other problems including… impulsivity, depression and feelings of hopelessness, cognitive decline, pain, diabetes/blood sugar elevations, asthma, fibromyalgia, arthritis, gut problems (like IBS), autoimmunity, allergies, food sensitivities, suicide, and more. Could exercise really help chronic disease? It […]
Exercise Improves Brain Inflammation
Exercise Reduces Neurological Inflammation and Improves Mental Health Exercise reduces levels of brain inflammation (IL6) in people with schizophrenia in a dose dependent way. Interestingly higher IL6 is associated with so many other problems also and drives CRP (c-reactive protein, an inflammatory marker). This is just one example of exercise helping chronic disease. Could exercise […]
Increased physical activity improved mood
Movement, Mood, Sleep, and Energy Levels Increasing physical activity has been shown to improve mood in many past studies. A recent study once again shows movement is an good way to improve mood. The study was published online in JAMA Psychiatry. The researchers found increases in physical activity for adults was followed by increases in […]