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Jianna Bustamante, DPT, our Clinical and Marketing Lead, writes a regular health column for The Shirley Local. Simple, practical tips on moving more, eating well, sleeping better and feeling like yourself.
13 columns so far. Every one is below.
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How Often Should You Poop? What Your Bowel Movements Tell You
Frequency, the Bristol Stool Chart, color and when a change is worth a call to your provider.
Every column
The Health Benefits of Having a Pet
Pets get us moving, calm us down, give our days routine and connect us with neighbors.
Is Walking on the Beach Good for Your Feet?
Soft sand vs. hard sand, barefoot vs. flip flops, and when beach walks can make foot pain worse.
Three Walking Routes Around Shirley, MA
A tour of Shirley with the Shirley Local's associate editor, and three walks from easy to hilly, with parking and safety tips.
Health Span vs. Lifespan: How to Age Well
We are all getting older. Small, consistent choices decide how well we live those years.
What Does It Really Mean to Recharge?
Recharging looks different for everyone. How to figure out what actually refills your energy.
Leg Circulation: Warning Signs and Simple Ways to Help
Swelling, heavy legs or cramping at the end of the day? What poor circulation looks like and what helps, including compression socks.
The Power of the Banana: Why Potassium Matters
Potassium keeps your heart, muscles and nerves working. Why bananas show up at the end of every road race.
Balance Beats Perfect: Eating Well Through the Holidays
What tracking her own food taught Jianna about balance, moderation and letting go of guilt.
Walking: The Easiest Way to Get 1% Healthier
Intimidated by the gym? Start with your steps. How to raise your daily count without chasing 10,000 overnight.
Why 15 Minutes of Sunlight a Day Matters
Sunlight helps your body make vitamin D and keeps your sleep cycle on track. Here is how to make time outside a habit.
Social Connection Is a Health Habit, Too
Why meaningful relationships matter for your health as much as diet and exercise, and small ways to nurture them.
How Much Water Should You Drink Every Day?
Jianna introduces herself to Shirley and shares an easy rule of thumb for daily water.
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About the column
What is the Shirley Local column?
Jianna Bustamante, DPT, our Clinical and Marketing Lead, writes a regular health column for The Shirley Local, the hometown paper of Shirley, MA. Each one shares a practical, easy to follow health tip.
Who is Jianna Bustamante?
Jianna is a physical therapist and personal trainer at Whole Health Solutions & Sports Performance at 2 Shaker Road in Shirley, MA, and the writer of our Whole Health Weekly newsletter.
Can I suggest a topic?
Yes. Email Jianna at jiannab@wholehealthsolutions.life with a question or topic you would like her to cover.
Where can I read the paper?
Visit The Shirley Local at shirleylocal.com. You can subscribe at shirleylocal.com/subscriptions.