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by Dr. Alexandra Emmons We all experience emotions that we are told at some point are ugly and shameful, that society or our family tells us we “should” eradicate. Some of us are emotionally inhibited, afraid to express any emotion. Others of us are emotionally disinhibited, and feel ruled by our emotions.A common response to experiencing certain emotions is shame and frustration with oneself. Such a reaction typically fuels... 4/30/2014 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Did you know that you could clean your home naturally with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry? You need four things to get started: white vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil and baking soda. Read on to discover the ease of creating your own natural cleaning products at home.Benefits of Natural CleaningIf you have children, you no doubt worry that they will get into the harsh chemicals... 4/29/2014 9:00:00 PM
by Dr. Adam M. Francis, D.C. Chiropractic is a profession that was founded on a model of healthcare called vitalism. This model or idea, is founded in the principle that the body has the innate (or naturally within from birth) ability to heal itself. This can be seen and evidenced by a simple cut on your hand. The body automatically knows exactly what to do, which is quite a bit, in order to heal this cut. The same is true for... 4/28/2014 5:21:54 AM
by John Valenty So how do you achieve wellness? The technical definition of wellness can be described as: “Optimally balanced health across multiple dimensions.” The top level dimensions are commonly viewed as physical, mental, spiritual, social and lifestyle. Striking an optimal balance of health in each dimension can be confusing and too many people misunderstand the objective and generally fail to achieve Wellness... 4/26/2014 7:00:00 AM
by Dr Andreas Movement Therapy and Muscle Rehab A group of chemists from England have revealed that their research shows the structure of bones are comprised of a "goo-like" fluid that is trapped between the crystals that form bone, and may lead to new treatments for diseases like osteoporosis. This fluid prevents bones from shattering by allowing movement between the calcium phosphate crystals, giving bones flexibility.Osteoporosis means “porous... 4/23/2014 7:47:47 PM
by Wellness Editor Most people do not think much about their liver until they experience some health issue that is caused when it does not function properly. Some of the more common ailments that affect a large percentage of the population can be partly caused by a poorly functioning liver. Ailments thought to result from a poorly functioning liver include hepatitis, high cholesterol, fatigue, allergies and an impaired... 4/22/2014 12:29:34 AM
by Dr. Alexandra Emmons Imagine taking a bath in the forest. Smelling the fecund soil and the fresh, pine-scented air, feeling the slight breeze against your skin, hearing the birds chirping and the wind rustling through the trees, the damp soft ground beneath your feet. Your heart rate and brain waves are decreasing, your body begins to produce less cortisol, you feel less stressed, and are harnessing your body’s healing... 4/16/2014 5:13:39 AM
by Dr Andreas Movement Therapy and Muscle Rehab Even the smallest changes in your diet can make a huge difference in your overall health and provide you with a natural source of energy that puts your morning coffee to shame. I’m talking Quinoa for breakfast instead of that muffin or egg sandwich.Quinoa (keen-wah) is growing in popularity because of its extensive health benefits. This ancient grain has remained largely unchanged for thousands of... 4/14/2014 5:33:05 PM
by Heather Carey, MS It is finally spring and you are charged up. This is the year you are going to lose the twenty pounds that have been slowly creeping up. Good for you for making the commitment.So why does it often feel like failure before we can even get out of the gate? I imagine you know this game well. It's called self-sabotage and you very well have been on this hamster wheel for a long time.Let's look at a few... 4/14/2014 2:26:13 PM
by Dr Andreas Movement Therapy and Muscle Rehab Does it make sense to you that if you eat a pound of fat, that some of that fat is going to incorporate itself into your body? It’s not a secret that most of our meat and poultry products are pumped full of growth inducing chemicals, including antibiotics that have been shown to induce increased growth in livestock. That is good for selling by the pound, but is it good for those who consume these super... 4/14/2014 7:00:00 AM
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