Nutrition care is an important part of the prevention and treatment of respiratory illness. Proper nutrient intake may lower the likelihood of respiratory infections and can cut the severity and length of illness. Vitamin D The role of vitamin D in health is well recognized. It supports the immune system against infection by upregulating defensins […]
Treatments for Herniated Disc
Vertebral discs are the cartilaginous pads or cushions that lie between vertebrae in the spinal column. Each vertebral disc is composed of a fibrous outer layer that holds a gel-like substance in the middle, sort of like a jelly donut. Discs function as shock absorbers for the vertebrae and help protect the central nerves that […]
How Does Osteopathy Work?
The word Osteopathy comes from Ancient Greek word for “bone.” Unlike the name suggests, however, the modality deals with much, much more than just bones and skeletal structures. Osteopathy encompases all aspects of allopathic medicine and offers additional hands-on manipulative treatments. It corrects mechanical restrictions to help the body heal. Osteopathic philosophy emphasizes the body’s […]
What to Eat Before and After a Workout
Eating before and after a workout is an important part of staying energized, losing weight, and speeding up recovery. The most beneficial combination to eat, both before and after a workout, is a mix of complex carbohydrates and protein. Why Eat Complex Carbohydrates? Complex carbohydrates help keep the body fueled through a workout and delay […]
How Vasper Will Maximize Your Health
What if there was a workout machine specifically designed to reap the most benefits of exercise in the shortest amount of time? Well, there is! Vasper is a low-impact recumbent cardio machine which includes cooled pressure cuffs that you wear on your upper arms and legs, along with copper-lined foot pedals. Placing compression on the […]
How to Burn 100 Extra Calories A Day At Home!
Being stuck at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic limits our daily physical activity. But there are a few ways to stay active at home and burn some extra calories. The following are four simple ways to increase your energy output in the safety of your home. Deep clean. Many of us have busy schedules […]
Weekly Check-in: Omega-3 Deficiency
Explore a New Skill Take a break from watching the news and browsing social media. Today, consider taking time to learn a new skill. Maybe there’s something you’ve been wanting to learn for a while but never found the time. Let’s change that. Dedicating effort into meaningful tasks is proven to aid in depression, anxiety, […]
Why Kids Need Exercise
Early and late childhood are well-recognized as important periods in development where exercise is very important. What happens during childhood will affect a person’s health and metabolism for the rest of their life. It is important, therefore, that children get adequate physical activity and nutrition as early as possible. Why is Physical Education Important? Physical […]
Daily Check-in 4/10: Self Affirmations
Self Affirmations Today, take some time to practice your self-affirmation. Self-affirmation is the act of affirming one’s own worthiness and value as an individual. The purpose is to boost confidence, self-esteem, motivation, and fight anxiety and depression. Times are tough, and we could all benefit from a little self-to-self pep talk. Take a minute alone […]
Dextrose Prolotherapy and Osteoarthritis
Prolotherapy is a regenerative treatment that repairs joints and alleviates pain. It involves injecting a dextrose solution at injured sites of the joint to induce its repair. The solution irritates the area and triggers inflammation. Inflammation in turn recruits the healing components necessary to repair the injured tissue and restore joint function. Prolotherapy has long […]