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Benefits of Coconut Water

• Low in carbohydrates
• 99% fat free
• Low in sugars
• Keeps body cool and regulates blood temperature.
• Hydrates, is an all natural isotonic beverage
• Carries nutrients and oxygen to cells
• Naturally replenishes body’s fluids after exercising
• Improves your metabolism
• Promotes weight loss
• Boosts immune system
• Cleanses digestive tract
• Controls diabetes
• Aids your body in fighting viruses that cause the flu, herpes, AIDS
• Balances you PH 
• Reduces risk of cancer
• Treat kidney and urethral stones
• Boosts poor circulation

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• Cucumber
• Watermelon
• Mixed Greens
• Tomato Sauce
• Chicken Noodle Soup
• Eggplant
• Applesauce
• Zucchini
• Cantaloupe
• Popsicles

Via Shape.com Top 30 Hydrating Foods

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Muscle soreness is a completely natural feeling. The painful sensation you experience tells you that your immune cells are working hard to rebuild your damaged muscle tissue. It’s important to understand the best ways to prevent and recover from muscle soreness.

7 Best Ways to Fight Muscle Soreness

• Stay hydrated, drink a minimum of 8 glasses of water/day
• Allow for proper rest and recovery time (2-5 days)
• Use natural mineral compounds (calcium, magnesium, and potassium) which can assist in neutralizing the acid build-up during workouts 
• Take antioxidants to prevent free radicals from causing illness and injury to your muscles
• Take a hot bath or use a heating pad to relax your damaged muscles
• Stretch your muscles in the morning and evening, after your heating
• Massage your sore muscles or seek professional massage therapy

If you experience muscle soreness lasting longer than 5 days it could be a sign of a more serious injury. Feel free to contact us at Spine and Sports Medicine to schedule a consultation to get you on the road to recovery: 212.986.3888.

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