A new approach to athletic taping and pain relief! Kinesio-Taping or Fascial Movement Taping is a rehabilitative taping technique that is designed to facilitate the body’s natural healing process. Unlike conventional athletic tape, it provides support and stability to muscles and joints without restricting the body’s range of motion. Kinesio-Taping is supported by research to … Continue reading Kinesio-Taping
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Sugar Substitutes
The Not-So-Sweet Truth. Alternative sweeteners are considered 'non-caloric' or 'veried calories sugar substitutes'. Often considered by diabetics and those trying to lose or control their body weight. Alternative sweeteners are much sweeter than the nutritive sweeteners (lactose, maltose, glucose, sucrose, invert sugar, and fructose.) Alternative sweeteners: Saccharin (Sweet'n Low) Aspartame (Nutrasweet/Equal/Amino Sweet) Neotame Acesulfame-K (Sunett) Sucralose … Continue reading Sugar Substitutes
Turmeric
Indian gold... Turmeric has been utilized for over 4,000 years as an anti-inflammatory, to treat digestive and liver problems, skin diseases, and wounds. Curcumin, the most studied ‘active-ingredient’ in turmeric, is a powerful antioxidant. Antioxidants search out and remove free radicals in the body. These free radicals are molecules that damage cell membranes, alter DNA, … Continue reading Turmeric
Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is typically diagnosed in patients with: Widespread pain in all 4 quadrants of the body for a minimum of 3 months; and Tenderness or pain in at least 11 of 18 tender points when pressure is applied. These tender points cluster around the neck, shoulder, chest, hip, knee, and elbow regions. People may still … Continue reading Fibromyalgia
Chickweed
More than just a weed... Chickweed has several ‘unknown’ benefits to health. I say ‘unknown’ for the fact that if we knew about it, we wouldn’t be spraying weed killer on it. Instead, we should be adding it to our diets! Consuming chickweed increases our body’s ability to absorb many nutrients and minerals. Saponins, a … Continue reading Chickweed
Almonds
Looking for a healthy snack that can tie you over until your next meal? Almonds make a great snack, not only because they are packed full of nutrients, but they have many benefits to health as well. Almonds contain many important minerals such as, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, and more. They also contain fiber, folic … Continue reading Almonds
Ear Aches
There's an adjustment for that! "Ear problems can be excruciatingly painful, especially in children. With 10 million new cases every year, ear infections (otitis media) are the most common illness affecting babies and young children and the number one reason for visits to the pediatrician—accounting for more than 35 percent of all pediatric visits. Almost … Continue reading Ear Aches
Cholesterol
The Good, the Bad, & the Natural When most people hear the word cholesterol, they associate it with something bad and something they definitely don’t want in their bodies. The truth is, cholesterol is actually made in our bodies. It has many important functions just like blood, calcium, and other substances your body needs in … Continue reading Cholesterol
Coconut Oil
Might just be one of the most versatile health foods on the planet… Coconut oil contains three unique fatty acids: lauric acid, capric acid and caprylic acid. These medium chain fatty acids have tremendous health benefits and are easy for our bodies to burn as fuel for energy. They also have anti-microbial properties. Modern medical … Continue reading Coconut Oil
Chiropractic Can Reduce Your Risk of Having a Cesarean
This month is Cesarean awareness month. The rate of C-sections in the US is now 1 in 3 pregnancies. It's important to know the risks of having a C-section, and how Webster Technique can be a solution to all those breech babies out there! A few FACTS about cesarean rates in the US: A cesarean … Continue reading Chiropractic Can Reduce Your Risk of Having a Cesarean
