

Practicing Mindful Eating
Mindfulness is really just a form of meditation that helps you realize and deal with the stresses of everything on your body. You don't
How the Holidays Can Improve Your Health
When researchers looked at nearly 150 studies on social relationships and mortality, they found that people with stronger social ties had 50


Tips for Staying Healthy this Holiday Season
Eat well
It’s common to pack on 5-10 pounds during the holiday season, but there are ways you can eat both healthy and well! Know which food


Weight Training: The Do's and Don'ts
The Do’s and Don’ts of Weight Training In weight training, it’s easy to lose sight of the fundamentals when you get caught up in the nitty gritty details you see in the media. Here’s a checklist to make sure you are on track: Do Be consistent with your workouts. Doing these hit-and-run workouts will have you wondering why your aren’t seeing any results. You have to stick to your program and do your best every single workout. Try to make some kind of improvement every time you


Chiropractic and the War on Opioids
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is focusing its efforts to bring attention to alternatives to opiates to manage pain. Currently,


Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Mammograms are the best way to detect these lumps early on, since it is said to be more efficient than self diagnosis. There are other sympt


Bulging Discs: Chiropractic is the Answer
Many people with a bulging or herniated disc feel confused, frustrated and worried about their condition. In the general population, about 1


Back to School
It's back-to-school time, and that means trips to school, scraped knees, books, backpacks, and school sports. The activity can be great for you and the kids, but heavy backpacks and bad posture can hurt your kids and their backs. Here are some things to keep in mind when sending your child back to school: Backpacks and Your Child’s Spine
Concern over children carrying backpacks far too heavy for their little frames has been growing over the past few years. Experts believe b


The Dangers of Heat Stroke
August is known to be the hottest month of the summer. Preparing to live through the sweltering heat is one of the best ways to survive with minimal issues. Heat-related illnesses are among the top reasons for emergency room visits during the summer months, according to research. Heat exhaustion can be just as serious as heat stroke. Protect yourself and loved ones from the heat by educating yourself about its dangers. What is a Heat Stroke? Heat stroke occurs when your body’


The Benefits of Essential Oils
We all know about the everyday power of scent: how a particular perfume reminds you of your mother, or when the smell of your favorite restaurant brings you back to your first date there. But did you know that some scents can actually improve your health? Essential oils can also help you relax or sleep, or improve your skin or digestion — their benefits go well beyond a pleasant smell. What are Essential Oils? Did you know essential oils aren’t really oils at all? They are ac