CORE BLOG

Do you know what to stay away from during pregnancy? A lot of substances can have bad effects on pregnancy and the developing child. Therefore, knowing what to watch out for can help keep your baby safe and give him/her the best foundation possible. Teratogens Teratogens are agents that can ...

We help heal a lot of knee problems at Santa Cruz CORE. Some portion of the reason is on the grounds that knee issues are so common. In addition, other treatments that patients commonly receive don't provide long term relief. Knee instability occurs when left untreated, or treatments fail to ...

Scientists are constantly looking to explain the overweight and obesity problem in the United States and leptin could be the answer. This hormone was first discovered in 1994 and was found to have a connection to the incidence of obesity in mice and more importantly, humans(1). While leptin left the ...

This past weekend the International Kickboxing Federation (IKF) hosted a Muay Thai tournament. It was located at Live Oak Elementary in Santa Cruz. The IKF Muay Thai organization strives "to make competitive Kickboxing and Muay Thai fighting a safe and fair sport" all over the world. What does the IKF ...

Acupuncture is an ancient remedy that has become incredibly popular today. Yet this common practice has become shrouded in myths and rumors. We'll discuss some of the most often repeated myths about acupuncture.  Acupuncture Hurts This myth likely got started because many people are afraid of needles. The reality, though, ...

Santa Cruz Earth Day 2019 was the go-to place for over 5,000 people this past Saturday. The event took place at San Lorenzo Park. It was hosted by the non-profit organization Ecology Action, the City of Santa Cruz, and Santa Cruz County. Not only does it bring attention to what needs ...

Vegan diets, although restrictive, are very popular. Most of us know someone who practices veganism- a diet that excludes all animal products like eggs, cheese, and (in some cases) even honey. There are many reasons why people may choose to be vegan ranging from personal and environmental health to animal ...

Chair Massage, Beer, Dogs, and Live Music: What more could you want on a Friday night? On April 12th, 2019 CORE partnered with Shanty Shack Brewing by providing free chair massages. CORE's booth was in a cozy corner next to the fire pit outside. The weather was phenomenal! CORE showcased Allen Harder's ...

The herbicide known as Roundup is raising a lot of concern. This started with a lawsuit that ruled in favor of a man who developed non-Hodgkin's lymphoma after years of exposure to RoundUp. In addition, more lawsuits are underway (1). The court stated that the company (Monsanto) failed to inform ...

Extreme exercise can have its drawbacks, especially after a long period of inactivity. One such drawback is Rhabdomyolysis, a condition whose severity can range from mild to wild. With this in mind, early diagnosis is critical. At any rate, while rhabdomyolysis is not exclusively to extreme exercise, it is an outcome ...

An Eco-Friendly Dream!   On April 6th, the sun was shining, and it was the perfect day to explore our cozy beach town. People flocked from all over California to participate in the very first Santa Cruz Veg Fest! There were over 75 exhibitors set up at the Coconut Grove ...

With so many different diets it is difficult to find what sets one apart from the rest. One such diet is the Pescatarian diet, which is often the focus of individuals who are trying to quit eating red meat and up their vegetable intake. This is a good diet to eat ...