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Fitness Around the World
People in the US who are interested in staying in shape tend to favor running or working out at the gym to maintain fitness. But how do people in other parts of the world stay fit? And what might...
Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Brain Health
Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids that are deemed "essential" because they fall into a category of nutrients that the body needs, but cannot synthesize in sufficient quantities by...
What is “Inversion Therapy”?
Severe back pain can be debilitating, greatly limiting freedom of movement and enjoyment of life. Spinal vertebrae may sometimes become misaligned, causing nerves to become compressed. Because...
A Patient’s Guide to Laser Therapy
It’s true, and it’s completely understandable! Some patients become a little bit nervous or apprehensive when they first hear the word "laser" associated with a procedure recommended by their...
What is Kinesio Taping?
The Kinesio Taping Method is a form of physiological therapy practiced by chiropractors, physical therapists, and specialists in sports medicine that uses specialized tape applied to the skin to...
Food as Medicine: Close-Up on Ginger
Hippocrates gave good advice when he said “Let food be your medicine and medicine be your food.” What we eat has a major effect on our health and well-being. One of the healthiest foods is ginger,...
Fruit Juice and Kids: A Reality Check for Parents
Ah, the simple joys of parenting! You want to do your best to give your kids a healthy diet, so after reading all the articles about how bad soda is for them, you switch them over to fruit juice....
10 Great Reasons to Stay Hydrated
Water is essential to life. Our bodies are already 60%-70% water, and those reserves need to be replenished on a daily basis to keep us healthy. Add either extreme heat or extreme cold (both of...
Chiropractic Care Offers Relief for Patients with Neck Arthritis
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), arthritis affects an estimated 50 million Americans. The most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis, in which the cartilage...
A Note to Parents About Physical Rehabilitation and Young Athletes
The Wall Street Journal recently published an article noting that "More than 3.5 million children a year receive treatment for a sports injury." Given this statistic, it’s important for parents to...
Are Energy Drinks Actually Dangerous?
There’s no doubt that many of us live very fast-paced lives. “Too much to do in too little time…” It’s this common complaint that’s helping to drive the popularity of energy drinks. After all, who...
Can Chiropractic Care Really Reduce Your Sensitivity to Pain?
Chronic back pain is a worldwide problem. According to the 2010 Global Burden of Disease report, it is the single leading cause of disability worldwide. In America, an estimated $50 billion is spent...