Nutrition and Weight Loss
Often, many of us believe that we need to detox our bodies in the form of a juice cleanse or fast. However, proper nutritional counseling might be just what you need to stimulate weight loss, improve your overall health and well-being. At a healthy weight and with the right nutrition, people can thrive in their day-to-day activities while reducing stress put on their backs and necks. We at Back in Balance Wellness Center in Bangor are here to provide information on how to get your nutrition back on track.
Anti-Inflammatory Foods
There are foods that can actually cause inflammation throughout your body. If you have frequent back or neck pain, reevaluating your diet could be a good place to start. Here are some foods that might cause inflammation:
- Sugary drinks
- Fried foods
- Refined carbohydrates
- Red Meat
- Margarine and Lard
While these foods are everywhere, limiting the consumption of them can have many health benefits. Instead of inflammatory foods, choose these foods that can actually have anti-inflammatory benefits:
- Antioxidant and Vitamin C rich fruits such as berries, cherries and citrus
- Leafy vegetables
- Fatty nuts like walnuts
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids such as tuna and salmon
The Relationship Between Back Pain and Weight
Think about it. As your weight increases, the pressure that is put on your joints and lower back increases with it. If you are distributing weight in your belly, your center of balance will shift which causes your back to compensate. By lowering weight especially carried in the front of the body, there will be less stress put on your back. With proper nutritional counseling and exercise, your joints and spine can stay healthy and functional.
