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– more data, new insights… In 2012, the first individual patient data meta-analysis (IPDM) in the field of acupuncture was published.[1] It was also one of the first in the field of pain research. It was a struggle to publish, principally (I guess) because the IPDM method was relatively new to journal editors, and because the general medical journals tend towards conservatism and orthodoxy, so positive research on unorthodox interventions probably have higher hurdles to clear prior to publication. The 2012 IPDM included data from 29 trials and 17 922 patients. The update has just been published, and it includes data from 39 trials and 20 827 patients.[2] It should be noted that trials were only included where allocation concealment was unambiguously determined to be adequate, so this is a data set built on what used to be called the highest quality trials. Trials were grouped into 3 clinical categories for analyses: osteoarthritis, chronic headache, non-specific musculoskeletal pa...

Between all the holidays, I find myself gravitating towards lighter meals. Bring on all the greens and vegetables. This is especially helpful when visiting the Sunday market- everything looks good. It's around this time of year I grab extra sunchokes (Jerusalem Artichokes). These cousins of the sunflower have a nice, warm flavor that's not overpowering. The raw texture is a bit akin to potato and the roasted sunchoke has an extra lovely nutty flavor (like in this sunchoke salad). I also love this salad because it blatantly plays on the sunflower relationship (with the help toasted sunflower seeds!) Also, if you need a bit more inspiration about what to do with these delightful vegetables, this article has some amazing ideas! Read more and see the recipe. The post Roasted Sunchoke Salad appeared first on Naturally Ella . from Naturally Ella http://ift.tt/2ler3sZ Erin Alderson December 28, 2017 at 04:52PM

It's increasingly difficult to get consensus on what makes the most healthful diet, but I think we can all agree that eating more nutrient-dense plants after an overly-indulgent holiday season is a positive thing. Putting a handful of new, veg-centric recipes into rotation this time of year can help move the needle in the right direction. Hopefully this will provide a bit of inspiration! Many of the recipes are easily adaptable, and weeknight friendly. Enjoy! 1. Garlic Lime Lettuce Wraps - I love these! Ginger and garlic tempeh rice, folded into lime-spiked lettuce wraps with lots of herbs, cucumber, and carrots. A one-pan meal that comes together in no time! Get the recipe here . 2. Quick Vegan Enchiladas with Sweet Potato Sauce - These are knock-out delicious, in the oven in less that ten minutes, and a healthful alternative to all the heavy cheese versions out there. With black beans, sweet potatoes, and a stealthy turmeric boost. Get the recipe here . 3. Spicy Tahini ...

[caption id="attachment_64200" align="alignnone" width="620"] Photo: Twenty20 [/caption] Remember those giant ropes you used to play tug of war with as a kid? Well, you can also use them as a tool to blast calories and build muscle at the gym. In fact, you only need a few minutes at the end of your regularly scheduled strength workout to get your burst of cardio in, along with a full-body workout burn. With the five battle rope exercises below, you’ll strengthen your abs , arms and shoulders, as well as activate your leg muscles and increase both upper and lower body power production. Even better, you get high-intensity conditioning all at the same time, says Liz Adams, athlete and coach at CrossFit Union Square. To top it off, any move can remain low-impact, which means they’re great for athletes with joint issues, and you can cater each exercise to any fitness level, Adams adds. So, next time you see those burly ropes at the gym, head over and give t...

These days, your workout routine might not involve a big box gym. And if you’re up on the latest fitness trends, it might look a little something like this: sled pushes and battle ropes before work, mindfulness meditation during your lunch break, and a cryotherapy appointment before dinner. Because when it comes to wellness, it’s more than just a routine; it’s a lifestyle. And the numbers say it all: According to the Global Wellness Institute , the wellness industry is a $3.7 trillion business. It grew 10.6 percent from 2013 to 2015, and is expected to grow 17 percent in the next five years. But it's not just the feel-good effects of exercise that keep us coming back for more. It’s also the appeal of training and living like an athlete. Pete McCall , MS, CSCS, former exercise physiologist for the American Council on Exercise and director of fitness programming for Vicore Fitness, says, “More people want the athlete experience and that’s why we’ll continue to see athletic-base...

Because I've been experimenting with the Instant Pot quite a bit lately, I've been getting a lot of questions. Many times my answer is a link. A link to a video, or a link to a recipe, or technique. So! I thought I'd compile all those helpful links into one list. It's (hopefully) a list that will help answer many of your initial questions. There's a video that will walk you through your initial water test, a handful of helpful accessories, favorite recipe links, etc. I'll update and add to it over time. Enjoy! ----------------------------------------------- VIDEOS ----------------------------------------------- 1. Instant Pot Water Test 2. Instant Pot Quick Start Guide 3. Pressure Luck's Top Ten Instant Pot Tips 4. Instant Pot Mushroom Stroganoff Video 5. How to Clean your Instant Pot Liner ----------------------------------------------- OFFICIAL INSTANT POT ----------------------------------------------- 6. The official Instant Pot site 7. The...