EIM Personal Training Announces Official Opening in Mountain Brook, AL – Press Release

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Aug 26, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — EIM (Exercise Is Medicine) Personal Training, an elite personal training studio in Birmingham, Alabama, located in the heart of Mountain Brook, announced today that they have officially opened.

EIM’s primary objective is to assist clients of all ages and fitness levels in improving their quality of life by helping them achieve their health and wellness goals. As an alternative to a traditional gym experience, EIM offers personalized training programs backed by scientific insight and expertise from its team of health and fitness professionals.

With the motto, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” EIM is well aware of the health concerns that not only Alabamians, but Americans face. Cardiovascular diseases, including hypertension and high cholesterol, are the fifth greatest current health concern in Alabama, while currently 1 in 10 Americans have diabetes, according to Alabama Public Health. It is

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Quarantine wristbands come in all colours, says health director-general

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a close up of a piece of paper: Home quarantine wristbands come in various colours, says health director-general Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.

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Home quarantine wristbands come in various colours, says health director-general Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.

PETALING JAYA: The health ministry said today that “quarantine wristbands” come in all colours, and not only in pink as commonly supposed.

Health director-general Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said today the wristbands could be in white, blue, red and yellow. “The colours are subject to the levels of stocks in the area and are determined by the respective district health office,” he said in a tweet.

On the wristbands is written the place and date the medical swab was taken. The wearer is required to remain at home till the 14-day self-isolation ends.

“The Health District Office will remove the band once the quarantine ends,” he said.

Noor Hisham said a police report should be lodged against any individual found to be breaching procedures to stop the transmission.

In August,

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When not to exercise because it can easily injure the body

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What’s more, exercising with a fever won’t be as effective as you’d expect, so it’s best to just rest when you have a fever.

When not to exercise because it can easily injure the body

4. When you feel body aches and pains

Dr Rice warns that deliberately exercising during an injury can make the consequences worse. Especially if your body is constantly experiencing unusual pain, you should stop exercising and see your doctor as soon as possible.

According to Dr., if your body aches from the last exercise, you can still do the exercise but to avoid injury, only do light exercises, such as walking instead of running. You can also skip training and rest if the pain is too severe.

When not to exercise because it can easily injure the body

5. When you are sick with the flu

Dr. Gustavo Ferrer (founder of Cleveland Clinic, Florida), advises people that if there are signs: runny nose, sore throat, stuffy nose, they can consider reducing the intensity of exercise. “If you

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This 8-Minute Core Workout Builds Strength, Boosts Endurance & Can Reduce Back Pain

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a woman sitting at a table using a laptop: Award-winning Pilates instructor and PT Hollie Grant's workout builds core strength: A fundamental part of exercising safely and reducing your chance of injury

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Award-winning Pilates instructor and PT Hollie Grant’s workout builds core strength: A fundamental part of exercising safely and reducing your chance of injury

If you’ve ever been to a Pilates class you’ll know the mega-emphasis that’s placed on building a strong core –TBH it’s the foundation of the entire discipline. From protecting against injury, reducing back pain, sculpting muscle and improving posture, strengthening your core muscles – abdominals, lower back and pelvic floor – has a myriad of benefits. Someone who knows this better than anyone is Pilates instructor, author, PT and founder of ‘Pilates PT’ Hollie Grant.

‘In Pilates we believe that everything radiates from the core, so functional core strength is key,’ she explains. And, luckily for us – and our cores – Hollie’s designed a workout that takes less than 8-minutes (7:30 to be precise) and builds core endurance and strength. If

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Factors that affect depression risk

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At a Glance

  • Researchers screened more than 100 diverse factors in people’s daily lives for links to depression.
  • The findings suggest that getting enough social support and limiting how much media you use may help prevent depression.

Depression is a common, serious mood disorder. Everyone feels sad or lonely sometimes. But if you have depression, these feelings go on for long periods of time. You may feel hopeless or pessimistic, irritable, or have decreased energy or fatigue. You might stop enjoying your hobbies and normal activities and have difficulty concentrating, remembering things, or making decisions.

Experiencing trauma early in life and having certain genes can put you at higher risk for depression. But there are actions that can help protect against depression, such as eating a healthy diet and getting enough sleep and physical activity.

A research team led by Drs. Karmel W. Choi and Jordan W. Smoller at Massachusetts

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Can COVID-19 Cause Diabetes? – WebMD

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By Serena Gordon
HealthDay Reporter


THURSDAY, Sept. 3, 2020 (HealthDay News) — A COVID-19 infection can cause a lot of serious, sometimes lingering health problems, like lung damage, kidney damage and ongoing heart issues. Lately, research has suggested it may also cause the sudden onset of insulin-dependent diabetes.

A new report details the case of a 19-year-old German with asymptomatic COVID-19 infection who ended up hospitalized with a new case of insulin-dependent diabetes.

Five to seven weeks before his diabetes developed, the young man’s parents developed COVID-19 symptoms after an Austrian ski trip. Eventually, the entire family was tested. Both parents tested positive for COVID-19 antibodies, as did the 19-year-old, indicating all had been infected with the coronavirus. However, the son had never had symptoms of the infection.

When the 19-year-old was admitted to the hospital, he was exhausted, had lost more than 26 pounds in

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Top 9 Trace Minerals You Should Add To Your Diet; Know Food Sources

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Nutrition Week 2020: Trace minerals are required by the body in small quantities

Highlights

  • National Nutrition Week is observed from 1st September to 7th
  • Trace minerals are required for proper functioning of the body
  • You must ensure that you are consuming a well balanced diet

Minerals are inorganic substances required by the body in small amounts for a various functions. While the importance of macro minerals like calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium etc is widely known by now but there are a few trace elements that still remain abstruse. They are known as trace minerals as these are required in very tiny amounts, yet they are crucial as catalysts for enzymatic, chemical and metabolic reactions in the body.

National Nutrition Week 2020: Trace minerals you should add to your diet

1. Iron

This is one commonly known trace mineral that is important right from the conception stage till old age. It

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How to get rid of visceral fat: The Atkins diet can help you to lose the harmful belly fat

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If you can admit you’re a bit on the podgy side, are you willing to put the work in to shift the harmful belly fat? If not, a simple dietary change could do the work for you.

Did you know that high visceral fat levels are linked to high blood pressure, sleep apnea, diabetes, stroke and heart disease?

This well-known fact is confirmed by the Business Insider, who add that there’s a tell-tale way to figure out if you’re carrying too much fat.

Aside from looking in the mirror (which can only show subcutaneous fat), your body mass index (BMI) could be revealing.

To clarify, a flexible tape measure (the type you’d use to measure clothes) needs to be wrapped around your belly in line with your navel.

In this scenario, completely disregard what you consider to be your waist.

The aim here is not to measure at the smallest

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Best vitamins and minerals for kids: Sources, supplements, and more

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A well-balanced diet provides nutrients essential for children’s growth and development. However, children who eat a limited diet or are less able to absorb or make certain nutrients may need supplements.

This article outlines the vitamins and minerals children need for healthy growth and development and offers advice on how children can acquire these from their diet. It also provides information on when children may need supplements and general tips on nutrition for parents and caregivers.

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Vitamins and nutrients are important for a child’s growth and development.

Children benefit from a diet that contains all the essential food groups in order to grow strong and healthy. Planning a child’s meal to include all the necessary macronutrients, vitamins, and minerals can give them a healthful start.

Below are some of the essential vitamins and minerals that children need.

Calcium

According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, adolescents

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7 of the best pillows for pregnancy

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Research suggests that sleeping on the back can lead to pregnancy complications, so it is a better idea to sleep on one side.

However, this may not feel natural and the change may make sleep more difficult or uncomfortable. A pregnancy pillow may make sleeping on the side easier and more pleasant.

Alternately, if a person prefers to sleep on their front, a pregnancy pillow may help them do so comfortably.

Learn more about sleeping positions during pregnancy here.

Below, find a variety of pregnancy pillows available for purchase in the United States:

1. Pharmedoc U-Shape Pregnancy Pillow

People who typically sleep on their sides may find U-shaped pillows more comfortable.

This pillow may support the neck, back, hips, and knees, easing discomfort during pregnancy. It comes with a detachable extension that a person may use for extra support or as a separate pillow.

Anecdotal evidence, from customer reviews, indicates

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