- Before a blood draw drink plenty of water to make your vein “juicy” which prevents the need for multiple needle stabs
- The stomach muscles are connected to the back, so doing stomach tightening/strengthening exercises helps to relieve back pain
- It is possible to lose weight even in the winter (I lost 3 more pounds since my visit a month ago!)
Thursday, February 09, 2006
learn something new every day
Three things I learned in the doctor's office this morning:
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3 comments:
1. Good tip, though I got a bit lightheaded...(I hate needles)
2. Good to know. So are sit-ups really bad for your back then?
3. YAY!
Way to go on the 3 pounds!!! :)
Sit-ups are bad for my back, but I don't think that applies to everyone. My doctor said to tighten my stomach muscles, hold, then relax, repeat which is something I can do at work, at home, on the road, anywhere.
Thanks about the three pounds. I was shocked. I was wearing my boots and jeans so I was expecting to weigh in heavier than last time, but nope.
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