Dr. Clark's June Monthly Mentions

I can't tell you often I get asked by patients about my favorite health products, foods, workouts, etc. So, I decided to put together an email where I can share some of the things I personally use and why I enjoy them. Each month, I'll feature new items or articles with links so you can easily check everything out for yourself!

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Hunkerin Stool
Chances are you've heard the phrase, "sitting is the new smoking". Well, this stool is the perfect way to avoid the negative effects of prolonged sitting in a traditional chair while still allowing your body to rest. I've got this stool in our living room and sit on it instead of our couch because it gives me just the right amount of support to stay in a deep squat for a long period and honestly, it's more comfortable for me. Sitting in a deep squat (aka the "Asian Squat") is the natural resting position for humans. This stool is a great vehicle to get into the deep squat resting position comfortably while activating the glutes and decompressing the spine.
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Xero Shoes
The foot has 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 muscles, ligaments and tendons. But modern footwear, with all its extra cushioning, has weakened those bones and muscles and turned our shoes into essentially a cast. I've been a huge fan of barefoot shoes for a few years now - I find them to be more comfortable than typical shoes (the only thing I prefer more is being actually barefoot) and these shoes make your feet work. What do I mean by that? With each step in these shoes, you are strengthening your feet helping with posture, knee/hip pain, and overall balance.

Ancient Nutrition Multi Collagen Protein
My wife, Genevieve, and I have been using this collagen and protein supplement for the past year and love it. The unflavored powder is odorless AND tasteless and comes from quality sources (they also have flavored versions like chocolate and vanilla). Genevieve mixes a scoop in with her morning coffee and I usually put it in my water bottle. It's a quick and easy way to get extra protein in my day - and as a bonus - collagen helps improve the health of your joints, hair, skin, and nails.

"Elon Musk" by Walter Isaacson
Love him or hate him, Elon Musk's life story is absolutely fascinating. I just finished this biography by Walter Isaacson and it kept my interest from the first page to the last. I learned several surprising facts about his childhood, family (e.g. his grandfather was a chiropractor), and his career. From Space X to Tesla to The Boring Company, there's no denying this man is leading the way in our technology-driven world and will be for years to come. Add this one to your summer reading list!

By Dr. Kevin Clark

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