The World Health Organization has dubbed stress the “health epidemic of the 21st Century.” As a chiropractor, for so many years I have been studying the significant toll that trauma, toxins, and unhealthy lifestyle can take on the body and spirit. One of the most common complaints I hear from my patients is a lack
It’s already August, and the hottest weather of the year is upon us. Here’s a delicious recipe for Raspberry Chocolate Protein Popsicles. You can serve them to all your friends and family as they are free of gluten, soy, dairy, egg, peanut, and tree nuts. Raspberry Chocolate Protein Popsicles 1 ripe banana 12 oz frozen
A recent study on cardiovascular health has shown that inadequate fruit and vegetable consumption may account for millions of deaths from heart disease and strokes each year around the world. The study, conducted by the Friedman School of Nutrition at Tufts University and published June 10 by the American Society for Nutrition, estimated that roughly
Yes – you definitely want to have a fat brain! Your brain is 60% fat! Do you have any idea how important Omega-3 fatty acids are to the brain? If your Omega-3 levels are not optimum, you can make a few changes to your brain health and as a result, reduce systemic inflammation, pain, chronic
Do you find yourself constantly feeling fatigued, distracted, suffering from headaches, unmotivated, anxious, moody or just plain out of sorts? You might be suffering from “brain fog.” Brain fog can be caused by nutrient deficiencies, sugar overload, a lack of sleep and too much stress, all of which deplete energy levels. The brain relies on
If you’re one of the millions of Americans who have spent many years struggling with the scale, this might be of interest to you! Turmeric, best known as a savory spice used in Indian cuisine, has amazing anti-inflammatory properties. It is known to be effective in assisting with such conditions as memory loss, dementia, Alzheimer’s,
You live in a world filled with toxins. You’re exposed to toxins every day in your home, your car, your workplace, where you shop, where you exercise… you got it. They are everywhere. Exposure to avoidable toxins in products you ingest like water and food and those that you use on your body such as
When you purchase organic food for your table, you are doing much more than providing healthy food for you and your family. What is organic farming? The core principle of organic farming is to raise crops without the use of any synthetics. The National Organic Program (NOP) within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulates
June is Men’s Health Month — time to think about your prostate. Are you getting up more at night to use the bathroom? Do you feel more urgency to urinate, do you not feel emptied after urinating or do you leak a little after having just gone to the bathroom? Your prostate could be inflamed
There are a number of back problems which can directly benefit from or even be resolved by the use of orthotics during daily activities. Orthotics are foot supports worn inside your shoes that balance your feet and back. They are not just cushioning — they help align your foot and ankle. Orthotics can help with
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that affects the way your body metabolizes sugar also known as glucose, an important source of fuel for your body. With type 2 diabetes, your body either resists the effects of insulin — a hormone that regulates the movement of sugar into your cells — or it doesn’t
Here’s a simple, healthy, and delicious recipe I came up with a few years ago that I really enjoy. It takes about an hour for some home-cooked goodness! Crumble one pound of ground turkey in a large pan over medium heat. Add: Two tablespoons dried onion or 1/4 c finely chopped onion One tsp granulated
