Have an active hobby or enjoy playing a sport? Make that your daily exercise time. Who said exercise can’t be fun? Do you tend to sit for most of the day? Do you generally lead a sedentary lifestyle? Then you’ll want to set aside some time to exercise. That doesn’t …
Cervical Collars: Helpful Fashion Statement?
You see them on people all the time – those big stiff collars that keep someone’s head from moving. They are often prescribed after a car accident, a sports injury or a fall, for whiplash or a soft tissue injury to the neck. They look uncomfortable. More and more of …
NSAIDs – Friend or Foe?
Did you know? Some studies point to NSAIDs causing problems in your gut. Among the most common over-the-counter pain relievers are Non-Steroidal, Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs). You probably recognize them by names such as aspirin, Advil, Motrin, Aleve or simply ibuprofen. These and similar drugs block the body’s production of prostaglandins, …
Walking For Health
Did you know? Walking just 30 minutes each day can strengthen your bones. What do you think is the most popular form of exercise? Walking, of course. After all, it’s cheap, it’s easy, it doesn’t require fancy equipment, special clothes, an expensive membership and it’s available 24/7 for just about …
Probiotics – The Good Gut Bacteria
Did you know? Probiotics support your immune system. Almost half of our body isn’t even us. It’s bacteria. Trillions of them. Most reside in our stomach, intestines and colon. They are essential for digestion and to our overall health and well being. The bacteria on our skin, airways and digestive …
The Importance of Spinal Curves
Did you know? Your spinal curves help you move freely. Your spine is made up of a series of interconnected bones, each on top of the other. Besides serving as an armature to support the weight of your body, your spine provides: Protection of the spinal cord and nerve roots …
Walking Your Way to Wellness
Going somewhere? If it’s not too far away, consider walking instead of driving. Want to bring some unexpected joy into your life? Try some lighthearted, low stress exercise. Most of us don’t move enough. Many of us sit most of the day. This lack of movement can profoundly affect our …
Laughter – An Essential Ingredient of Good Health
Laugh and enjoy time with good company each day–it’s beneficial for your health. For years, Readers Digest featured the column “Laughter, the Best Medicine.” It contains jokes, riddles and humorous musings designed to tickle the funny bone. But just how important is laughter to our everyday health? Turns out that …
Fasting–Are There Health Benefits?
“Fad fasts” require more research before you jump in–talk to a professional to make sure a fast is right for you and carried out correctly. Many chiropractors and other natural healing disciplines suggest fasting from time to time as a means to cleanse the body and rid it of toxins …