Category: Dr. Darrell's Blog
Upper body Exercises ~ Weekly Q & A
I've got a few favourite upper body exercises that target large muscle groups that mimic movements that are really handy as we get older. Let’s pair them with activities of daily living!1. Pull ups or pull downs (using a cable... Read More
Low body Exercises ~ Weekly Q & A
Now that you are eating adequate protein to build muscle and we know how very important muscle is to enjoying our later years by prolonging our Health Span its now time to have some fun! I have four favourite Low body... Read More
Building Muscle ~ Weekly Q & A
Now that we have the protein we need to build muscle (see previous blog) let's look at some facts about muscle mass that are quite sobering. The average person's peak muscle mass occurs between the age of 30-35. It then starts... Read More
Grams of Protein ~ Weekly Q & A
It’s so critically important to build up and keep muscle. Most people do not get enough protein in their diet. We will talk about exercise later but if you don’t have the building blocks for muscle it’s not going to... Read More
Muscle March
Sarcopenia It’s the medical term for the relentless decrease in muscle mass as we age. Muscle loss eventually leads to loss of function to do the enjoyable things in life such as play sports or play with grandchildren. The higher our... Read More
Protein your Morning
To help set up your metabolism for the day make sure you get the protein you need. Breakfast can be a tricky one for protein but I have ideas! Eggs, Greek yogurt and protein powder are ways to get the... Read More
What is AMYLASE? ~ Weekly Q & A
Follow along every week in our series of Q&A's by Dr.Darrell. Questions will be inline with our Monthly Blog Topic - Feburary WellnessDoc Blog - Fat Loss Feb! Jan 31st - Feb 7th 2024 - Q&A1 Which is the enzyme that exists in your... Read More
Fat Loss Feb!
White flour, white pasta, white rice, and sugar. These items spike your glucose and therefore also spikes your blood insulin. A spike in blood insulin causes your body to trigger fat storage! Exchanging white for whole grain will bump up... Read More
Considered one of the Best Chiropractors in Edmonton (ThreeBestRated.ca)
"Best Chiropractors in Edmonton, Expert recommended Top 3 Chiropractors in Edmonton, Alberta. All of our chiropractors actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes everything from checking reviews, ratings, reputation, history.complaints, satisfaction, trust and cost to the general excellence." @threebestrated.ca Grateful... Read More
New Year, Old Habits?
New year, old Habits? We are often told (and I believe it to be true) that we learn more from failure than success. I was listening yesterday to an interview with the president of Stantec, Gord Johnston. They have acquired... Read More
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