Endometriosis is a gynaecological condition that affects about 10% of women of reproductive age (“Endometriosis,” 2021). Women who suffer from endometriosis can have a range of intrusive symptoms including pelvic pain, pain during intercourse, and painful periods. Endometriosis has no known cure and its treatment revolves around symptom management. Acupuncture may be an effective complementary […]
The Benefits of Being Grateful
Thanksgiving can be a very exciting time. It is a time for friends, family, and lots of food. Whether excited for a Thanksgiving get-together or for getting a day off work, this holiday highlights an important concept — being grateful. While this one day is dedicated to being thankful, there are benefits to practicing gratitude […]
The Unique Interplay Behind Food Cravings
Food cravings have been experienced by most everyone and are fairly common. There are cases, however, in which intense food cravings are unwanted and become intrusive. Giving in to cravings from time to time is no big deal, but when these become uncontrollable, it can lead to overeating and excess weight-gain (Myers Et al., 2018). […]
The Truth Behind Bone Broth for Sports Recovery
Also known as “stock,” bone broth has been garnering attention due to claims that consuming it enhances the body’s ability to build collagen. Collagen is a key protein in connective tissue, and is part of bones, tendons, ligaments, blood vessels, and the inner and outer linings of most tissues. Specific peptides in bone broth as […]
Clarke’s Journey Part 4: Personal Training for a Life of Wellness
Clarke’s back, and he’s trying personal training! Here at CORE, our number one priority is enabling people to reach their optimal health through our community of integrative wellness. Clarke’s journey, which began with a foot injury, has resulted in an overall well-being overhaul with a multi-service approach! Arguably, the rolled ankle was a blessing in […]
Learn to Use the Thera Cane with Juan!
🤩Once you see a Thera Cane and pick one up, it’s hard to resist holding on to…and that’s before you even know how to use it! 🥰A simple self-massage device can go a long way towards working with your muscular knots, stiffness, and general woes of your hard-to-reach areas. The Thera Cane’s simple yet effective […]
Beau Knows: Circadian Rhythm
Sleep is one of the most important basic functions of the body. It is so essential that our society is scheduled around fairly normal sleep patterns (do stuff during the day and sleep at night). In order to get the most out of our lives, we as humans, each with diverse sleeping habits, must conform […]
Air Oasis: How Wildfire Smoke Can Affect Your Health
Inhaling wildfire smoke can cause chest pain, fatigue, and other short- and long-term health problems. But with the right approach, you can protect your health against wildfire smoke. California wildfire season is underway. It shows no signs of slowing down any time soon, either. Wildfires have consumed about 2 million acres in California in 2021. […]
The Epidemic of Childhood Obesity
Childhood obesity has been rising in the United States and in developed countries throughout the world for many years. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from 2017 to 2018, the prevalence of obesity was 19.3% in children. Sanyaolu et. al. (2019) highlight that these are epidemic levels and that the prevalence […]
What Makes Prolotherapy at CORE Different?
CORE has led the way in regenerative treatments in Santa Cruz for years. With Prolotherapy, PRP, and Stem Cell regenerative injections we have helped thousands heal existing injuries, treated joints to prevent future injuries, slow or stop hair loss, rejuvenate skin, treat sexual health and function disorders, and more. But we do so much more […]
