Next Monday, April 22 marks the 49th anniversary of Earth Day, and on this day over a billion people in nearly 200 countries are expected to take action to protect our shared environment. But why wait for just one day? Why not celebrate and care for our precious environment all year long? The changes you
Could there be something wrong with my thyroid? The thyroid is a small gland located in the front of the neck below the Adam’s apple. It produces hormones that regulate how fast we burn food (metabolism), and it helps to regulate body temperature, body energy, use of other hormones and growth and development of body
Sunday, April 7, is World Health Day. I encourage you to take this time to become more aware of your overall health and the many ways Chiropractic care may benefit you. How does Chiropractic work? Chiropractors move the bones of the spine away from the nerves, which reduces stress on the nerves. When the bones
When I was little I wanted to be (a) an artist and (b) a nurse like my mom. I began the path towards both ideals. I want off to college and graduated with a degree in nursing. I began working in a major local hospital In critical care and emergency medicine. I was privileged to
Inflammation can be dangerous to all the cells of the body. Inflammation is a term used when the cells of the body do not function correctly — their chemistry is “off”. It does not mean that you have a red or swollen area. So you can have inflammation without having pain. When the inflammation gets
Do you have problems with your kidneys such as frequent infections or kidney stones? The kidneys are two of the body’s most important organs. They prevent the buildup of wastes and extra fluid, and they keep levels of electrolytes stable. They make hormones that help regulate blood pressure, make red blood cells, and help bones
By now we’re all aware that organic produce is superior to conventionally grown produce, both in nutritional value as well as in their lack of residual pesticides. And, if it’s organic, it can’t be GMO. But can everyone afford to buy all organic produce? Probably not. So how do you maximize your shopping dollars? By
Sleep, ah, wonderful sleep! Sleep is the time when your body “reboots. Healing occurs during sleep and is vital to your survival. If you are not sleeping enough which includes enough hours as well as enough high-quality sleep, your health will suffer. The phrase “you can sleep when you die” is asking you to die
Eating an avocado a day can be good for you? Really? For years, this plump, delicious green fruit (yes, avocados are a fruit, not a vegetable) has been avoided by many due to its high fat content. According to a study published recently in the Journal of the American Heart Association, eating one avocado a
A recent study has found that adding almonds to your diet can reduce the risk of heart disease by keeping blood vessels healthy. These findings add weight to the theory that Mediterranean diets may have big health benefits. The study was conducted by Professor Helen Griffiths, Professor in Biomedical Sciences and Executive Dean of the
Why would anyone love cod liver oil? It’s so beneficial to the heart that I thought that I would open up February – the month of love – with info on cod liver oil, why I love cod liver oil, and why it’s just so darn healthy… We were having a discussion about the benefits
Are you one of those people who always tries the latest supplement or eating program that just came out? Do you suffer from pain and know in your heart that taking medication isn’t the best thing for you? Do you have trouble getting out of bed in the morning due to lack of energy? Do
