Enhancing Vitality: The Essential Role of Spinal Health in Boosting Energy

Introduction: In our quest for increased energy and vitality, understanding the pivotal role of spinal health is crucial. Often overlooked, the spine is central to our body’s overall functioning and energy levels. This post delves into how maintaining optimal spinal health can unlock unparalleled energy and enhance your quality of life. The Spine: Central to Physical Well-being The spine isn’t just about posture; it’s a linchpin for movement and support, housing the spinal cord – …

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Tips for a Good Night’s Sleep

Bottom Line:  Staying up late one night usually only results in feeling a little tired the next day, but when this happens day after day, it can really start to negatively affect your life. Research has shown that a lack of proper sleep can result in irritability, increased stress, a weakened immune system, and even joint pains. However, by developing a few healthy habits, you’ll be able to ensure that your brain and body get …

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Adjusting Your Sleep Schedule

Bottom Line:   Neck and back pain are the most common reasons people experience sleep disturbances. Patients talk about sleeping on the floor, or sleeping in a lazy boy, or even sleeping bent over their bed attempting to get into a position that helps them get those few precious moments of rest and relief. Talk about a pain! All you want is the ability to get some rest, yet every position seems to make things feel …

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Stress and Weight

Bottom Line:   A recent research study found over 75% of people experience at least a moderate amount of stress every day!    Chronic stress is not fun to deal with, but did you know it can also affect your weight?     When you are stressed your body goes into survival (or “fight or flight”) mode which changes your hormonal balance. You don’t need to be running from a saber tooth tiger to enter fight or flight …

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Why Growing Up Regular is a Good Thing

Bottom Line:   Constipation is a common issue many for children. It also stinks for parents. No one enjoys luring their child to the potty with a reward hanging in the balance for a job well done. But, for many families, the frequency of bowel movements with your child can have a significant impact on your quality of life. Fortunately, most cases of constipation aren’t a medical emergency and can be resolved without the use of …

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Bouncing Back from the Holiday Hangover

Bottom Line:    The New Year = a new opportunity to get healthier, lose those extra pounds, and overcome the holiday hangover. The first step to having more energy, getting active and shedding those few extra pounds? Giving your body the proper nutrition. Really! Keep reading for a quick rundown of some of the best snacks and supplements that can help you boost your energy levels and get ready to shed those pounds.      Why it …

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Feeling Great this Holiday Season

 Bottom Line:   The holidays often bring plenty of cheer…and a healthy dose of seasonal stress. Between the travel, parties, and shopping, there are a lot of demands placed on your time, your mind, and your body, and all this commotion can result in muscle spasms and the reoccurrence of familiar aches and pains. For many people, these aches show up in two distinct areas – the low back and the neck and shoulders. Sound familiar? …

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Your Guide to Pain-Free Winter

Bottom Line:  Winter can be brutal on your body. Long hours spent jammed into a small seat on an airplane has the potential to cause a flare up of pain in your low back or neck. Even if you are traveling by car, be careful when lifting suitcases that are stuffed with an entire closet worth of clothes and gifts.  Proper spinal alignment can help your body function at it’s the highest level and keep …

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Treat Yourself to Good Health

Bottom Line: Treat yourself to good health this Winter season by making good choices with your nutrition. The week between the end of the holidays and the new year can be a difficult time to eat healthy. The abundant leftovers, travel, and stress make it easy to compromise and stop by the drive-thru on the way home. But, did you know recent research indicates that the foods you eat can actually impact your likelihood of …

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How to Avoid Getting Sick During the Holidays

Bottom Line: Do you get sick around the same time each year? The stress of the holidays (if not carefully managed) can wreak havoc on your immune system. When you feel stressed out, your immune system’s ability to fight off harmful bacteria and infections is reduced. The stress hormone cortisol can suppress the effectiveness of your immune system, and many people become more prone to a not-so-healthy coping mechanism like eating inflammatory foods, smoking, and …

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