Everyday Spark - Align For Health

In this video we continue our discussion on longevity and how we can increase our own growth hormone secretion. This video emphasizes the role of specific types of exercise in growth hormone production. 00:00 - Introduction & Medical Disclaimer 00:41 - Growth Hormone and the Repair Process 01:21 - High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) explained 01:44 - Targeting Your Heart Rate Zones 02:40 -...

Relief from carpal tunnel pain and tingling symptoms. I include ergonomics recommendations, exercises and stretches as well as taping and pain relief practices. Chapter list: 00:00 - Introduction and Definition of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome 01:14 - Common Causes: Repetitive Activities and Ergonomics 02:41 - Other Causes: Injury, Sports, and Neck Compression 03:08 - Exercise: Prayer Pose Stretch 04:01...

Frozen Shoulder relief. Strategies to reduce pain and improve motion at home. I include exercises, stretching and nutritional recommendations. Vitamin C study referenced in episode: Feusi O, Fleischmann T, Waschkies C, Pape HC, Werner CML, Tiziani S. Vitamin C as a Potential Prophylactic Measure Against Frozen Shoulder in an In Vivo Shoulder Contracture Animal Model. Am J Sports Med. 2023 Jul;51(8...

I go over some common causes for shoulder pain and how to prevent it. I also present some exercises and stretches and nutritional recommendations for different shoulder pain issues.

This video covers neck pain that can be caused by prolonged forward head posture often associated with use of phones or tablets. I discuss specific muscles that are tightened and how to stretch them as well as how to strengthen the weakened muscles. Chapters: 0:00 - What is Text Neck? 0:59 - Simple Prevention Tips 1:37 - Muscles Impacted by Text Neck (SCM, Suboccipitals, Levator Scapula) 2:40 - We...

We go over some of the common problems that develop causing knee pain. I also discuss some of the common treatments and how you can prevent these issues.

This is a followup on my foot mechanics video. I am specifically hilighting the annoying condition known as plantar fascitis. If you've ever had this you can really appreciate how uncomfortable it can be! I go over some causes and some ideas about how you can be more comfortable.

We look at foot mechanics and how problems with the feet can create symptoms with the feet but also the rest of the body.

We discuss two of the potential causes of hip and low back pain and some good ways to help relieve it Remember that this is only general information - no diagnosis or treatment is given and you should check with your provider for specific information.

We summarise the natural detoxification processes in your body and talk about how you can support that process.

Continuing in our natural detoxification series I explore the role of the gut. Below are two studies that are referenced in the episode. Wiertsema SP, van Bergenhenegouwen J, Garssen J, Knippels LMJ. The Interplay between the Gut Microbiome and the Immune System in the Context of Infectious Diseases throughout Life and the Role of Nutrition in Optimizing Treatment Strategies. Nutrients. 2021 Mar 9...

An overview of kidney function. We also briefly discuss how it may help with natural detoxification processes.

Continuing in our detoxification series we cover the role of the liver in natural body detoxification.

This episode covers the ways that the skin helps to support the primary organs of detoxification. A brief summary of the structure and function of the skin is also included.

Detoxification is a popular topic around the early part of each year. In this series of videos I am going to explore the definition of detoxification and how our bodies already have systems to perform those functions. We will look at potential ways to support those functions and we will be debunking fad detoxification methods. This is the first in a series. I will be presenting episodes on each of...

How masks can help decrease the spread of disease. We discuss when a mask might be useful and how to choose the right kind of mask. Research studies on masks are referenced as well. This is one more tool in your toolbox to decrease your risk of cold and flu.

The proper use of hand sanitizer including techniques and product recommendations.

Important information about how handwashing can prevent illness. A brief overview of how to wash hands and some information on common pathogens Citations referenced in the video: E Anderson C, Tong J, Zambrana W, B Boehm A, K Wolfe M. Investigating the Efficacy of Various Handwashing Methods against Enveloped and Non-Enveloped Viruses. Am J Trop Med Hyg. 2023 Feb 13;108(4):820-828. WHO , 2020. The...