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Holistic Medicine: How to Define It
For many people, it is easy to say how they feel about holistic medicine. Critics think of it as some quack form of new-age medicine, while supporters think of it as a natural, well-rounded approach to treatment. But even those who are familiar with the term may not actually be able to define it. Supporters and critics alike would … Read more
Don’t Skimp on Caring for Your Spine
Your back is your biggest supporter in your day-to-day life. Unfortunately, your spine is not immune from the rigors of your everyday activities. You may think spinal injury, pain and weakness are reserved for athletes or hard laborers but in fact about 80% of people will experience back issues during their lives. Simply slouching in your seat can put you … Read more
3 Ways to Eat for Energy, Not Convenience
Today we live in a fast food world. When we are hungry (and often times when we are not), we eat what is convenient to us. Whether this is going out for meals, buying frozen/packaged meals, or doing a fast food drive-through, we all search for ways to make the hunt for food as easy as possible. More and … Read more
Treat Common Ailments, Naturally
Whether treating a headache, an upset stomach, constipation or any other common ailment, the first thought for remedy turns us to the medicine cabinet. Unfortunately, this tendency can do more harm than good. Medication may just mask symptoms of greater underlying health issues that can often be remedied with simple lifestyle and diet changes. Eating well and making healthy … Read more
What Causes Migraines Still a Mystery
An estimated 29.5 million people in the U.S. experience migraines. They can occur with or without visual disturbances and often include head pain, nausea, and light/sound sensitivity. According to the National Headache Foundation, they are more common in women. They can be extremely debilitating, cause disruptions in our daily lives, and, as it turns out, are still somewhat of a … Read more
The Liver’s Role in Health
The body is a beautiful machine that functions better when well maintained. A key component to this balance is the sacred triumvirate of the adrenal glands, the liver, and the gut. A delicate relationship exists between these three, and whether or not that relationship is balanced will influence which hormones your adrenals release, what detoxing your liver does, and what … Read more
How Exercise May Help Memory
It’s no secret that exercise benefits you in every aspect of your life. With regular exercise you’ll feel better, look better, and have more energy and self-confidence. But did you know that exercise can also have great benefits for your brain as well? In the 1990’s a revolutionary study discovered that laboratory mice given access to exercise wheels showed … Read more
Power Up With Food!
Are you looking to be your absolute best self this summer? Don’t worry, it doesn’t take superhuman powers to feel great and get healthy. The key lies in the superpowers of food. If you imagine eating healthy as choking down some form of “rabbit food,” think again! You can fill your plate with food as delicious as it is … Read more