Overview of Mineral Nutrients

No one should underestimate the importance of getting adequate mineral nutrients in our daily diet. Composed of metals and other inorganic compounds, minerals are just as important as vitamins when it comes to the proper functioning of the human body’s systems. And since the body cannot produce its own minerals,

What is “Sick Building Syndrome”?

If you find yourself inexplicably leaving work each day with flu-like symptoms that seem to disappear overnight or on weekends, you may be a victim of “sick building syndrome” (SBS). SBS is defined as a range of ailments which appear to have no specific cause but are strongly associated with

Myofascial Release Technique – What Does it Do and How Can it Help Me?

If you find yourself frequently suffering from pain and stiffness in your muscles, you may find it beneficial to visit a chiropractor or other manual therapy specialist who incorporates myofascial release technique (MRT) into their practice. The concept of MRT has its origins in the late 19th century, when osteopathic

Choosing the Chiropractor Who’s Right for You

Chiropractic care is very well-established in the United States these days, with excellent chiropractic offices in all major cities and an estimated 10%-12% of the American population taking advantage of them. But if you don’t have a trusted chiropractor at present, how do you go about finding one who’s right

Look Who Else Uses Chiropractic: Elite Gymnastics

Gymnastics is among the most difficult sports and among the most demanding in terms of stresses placed on the body’s musculoskeletal system. Both overuse injuries and acute injuries are common among these athletes due to the enormous strain placed on the joints, tendons and ligaments. Gymnastics is the second-leading cause

Look Who Else Uses Chiropractic: Professional Golfers

Both amateur golfers and professionals alike find that chiropractic care helps keep them at their best both on and off the golf course. Many golfers who belong to the Professional Golfers Association (PGA) insist upon chiropractic care during a tournament. The PGA has contracted Dr. Tom LaFountain and his team

Is It Normal for Knees to Pop and Crack?

Many people experience a popping or cracking noise in their knees as they squat down or bend their knees, and this seems to happen with increasing regularity as we age. The medical term for this condition is called crepitus. It is a very normal phenomenon and, so long as it

What is “Lumbago”?

When you first hear the word “lumbago”, it probably sounds more like a dance from your grandparents’ generation than a medical condition. However, lumbago is actually a musculoskeletal disorder that is more commonly referred to as low back pain. An estimated 80% of Americans suffer from low back pain at

What is Cupping?

Cupping is an ancient practice dating back to early Eastern and Middle Eastern cultures. It was one of the most popular healing methods used by the ancient Egyptians. It involves placing a heated cup, most commonly made of glass or ceramic, over a certain area of the skin to produce

Following the Science on Genetically Altered Crops

It’s often hard to know whose science to believe and whose advice to take when it comes to Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) in our food. The information available on this subject is complex, the stakes are high (in terms of the health, social, environmental, political and economic issues involved) and