by Neil Bossenger | Jul 14, 2018 | Research, Spinewave Bulletin
The dangers of proton pump inhibitors Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) rank among the top ten prescribed classes of drugs and are commonly used to treat acid reflux, indigestion, and peptic ulcers. Although generally assumed to be safe, recent studies have shown that...
by Neil Bossenger | Aug 21, 2017 | Spinewave Bulletin
What are probiotics? Your body contains up to 10x more bacteria than it does human cells. Probiotics are live microorganisms that are beneficial to health. Via effects on the microbiome and on the human body itself, probiotics may impact every facet of health....
by Neil Bossenger | Aug 21, 2017 | Research, Spinewave Bulletin
Increased preference for immediate over delayed and for risky over certain rewards has been associated with unhealthy behavioural choices. Motivated by evidence that enhanced cognitive control can shift choice behaviour away from immediate and risky rewards, we...
by Neil Bossenger | Jul 21, 2017 | Spinewave Bulletin
Quadratus lumborum (QL) trigger points can play a prominent role in chronic low back pain. The quadratus lumborum muscle The quadratus lumborum muscle has a small and somewhat hidden muscle group that plays such a prominent role in normal body mechanics that...
by Neil Bossenger | Jun 15, 2017 | Spinewave Bulletin
As anyone who has ever downed a litre of ice cream after a bad day at the office knows, the stresses of everyday life can sabotage self-control when it comes to diet. But why? When people are under stress, even at modest levels, tasty food wins out over healthier...