AN ANCIENT SOLUTION TO MODERN PROBLEMS The Truth About Meditation
Close your eyes and take a deep breath.
study published in the same journal found that regular meditation also fights depression.
This is the first step in every meditation session. Though often associated with the New Age metaphysical movement, meditation isn’t all about incense and healing crystals. Meditation is an ancient practice that strengthens your mental focus, and recent research suggests that it offers real solutions tomodern problems. WHAT IS MEDITATION? Meditation has strong roots in various religious and cultural traditions, but anyone can find value in practicing it. The purpose of meditation is to strengthen your mind by promotingmindfulness, focus, and awareness. DOES MEDITATIONWORK? It depends on what youmean by“work.”Will meditation allow you to defy gravity and hover above the earth? Probably not. But there are somany benefits that will leave you feeling lighter in another way. A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that mindful meditation lowers stress levels, and patients who habitually meditate report less chronic pain. Another
HOWDO I MEDITATE? Meditating is as simple as sitting in a quiet place, closing your eyes, and focusing on your breathing for a fewminutes. Whenever your mind starts to wander, gently bring it back to your breath. You don’t need to climb a mountain or pay for a week-long retreat to start meditating. That said, there are plenty of resources that help beginners build a strong foundation for meditation. Popular apps like Calmor Headspace are available on any smartphone and offer guided courses you can start anywhere, anytime. You could also check online or at your local community center for group classes if you would like some in-person guidance. Meditation isn’t a magical ritual that will cure all that ails you, but plenty of research suggests meditation does provide tangible benefits to our mental and physical well-being. Maybe one day, meditation will be as commonplace as daily exercise.
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ZUCCHINI SALAD WITH TOASTED HAZELNUTS
With raw zucchini, toasted hazelnuts, and a robust Parmigiano-Reggiano, this early summer salad is a delight of different textures and flavors that will make a great side at your next cookout.
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Ingredients
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3 small zucchini (3/4 lb.)
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1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped
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1/2 tsp lemon zest, grated
June 20
Knee Pain
Sarah Thomas, PT
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Mint leaves, for garnish
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3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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Parmesan cheese, preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano, for garnish
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3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
June 25
Lower Back Pain & Sciatica
Randy Thomas, PT
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Salt and pepper, to taste
July 23
Lower Back Pain & Sciatica
Randy Thomas, PT
Directions
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1. Using a mandolin or very sharp knife, slice zucchini lengthwise into extremely thin, wide ribbons. 2. Arrange zucchini ribbons on a plate, sprinkle with lemon zest, and drizzle with juice.
3. Drizzle oil over zucchini,
season with salt and pepper, and toss. 4. Scatter hazelnuts over the top, garnish with mint and cheese, and serve.
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