This clear liquid inside ‘young’ coconuts has long been a popular drink in the tropics. Residents can just walk out their doors, shake a coconut to make sure it contains liquid, carve a hole at the end of the coconut, place a straw and sip away on this virtually free beverage. Although this ‘natural’ beverage has been around for a long time, it seems that it is gaining popularity, in packaged form, and is being marketed as a ‘natural’ energy… Read More »
Archive for December 8, 2012
The Humble Beginnings of the Coconut Water Popularity
Three Common Cycling Injuries
Hand Numbness/ Ulnar Neuropathy This is experienced as pain and numbness of the small and ring finger and is associated with pressure on the handlebars for long periods of time. Piriformis Syndrome If the piriformis muscle becomes tight or cramps it can put pressure on the sciatic nerve and cause gluteal (or buttock) pain or sciatica. Achilles Tendonitis Achilles tendonitis is a chronic injury that occurs primarily from overuse. It tends to come on gradually over time until pain is… Read More »