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Our Toxic World: Arsenic
Our Toxic World | Arsenic Arsenic is a natural component of the earth’s crust and is widely distributed throughout the environment in the air, water
Our Toxic World
Our Toxic World | NM I really do try to stay upbeat in most situations. Take a deep breath and carry on right? But what
Joint Hypermobility Syndrome
Joint Hypermobility Syndrome | NM Hypermobility means that your joints are more flexible than other people’s (you may think of yourself as being double jointed).
Stress & Your Body
STRESS & YOUR BODY | NM Stress has both benefits and downfalls. It is an adaptive energy needed for growth and strengthening. We have evolved
Leaky Gut Syndrome
Leaky gut syndrome | NM Leaky gut, or “intestinal permeability” is a condition in which the lining of the small intestine becomes damaged, causing undigested food
Acute vs. Chronic Pain/Inflammation
Acute vs chronic pain/Inflammation What was the mechanism of injury? When did it start? What have you done at home to address it? When you
Golfer’s Elbow and Tennis Elbow
GOLFER’S AND TENNIS ELBOW: TWO COMMON CAUSES OF ELBOW PAIN While many people are familiar with the names of these conditions, there is less widespread
Foam Rolling, Myofascial Release and Stretching: What’s the Difference?
Foam Rolling, myofascial release, stretching…what’s the difference? Foam Rolling, Myofascial Release, Stretching…What’s the difference really? Most of us will instinctively try to loosen a tight
Frozen Shoulder
FROZEN SHOULDER Frozen shoulder is a condition that affects your shoulder joint. It usually involves pain and stiffness that develops gradually, gets worse and then
The Elimination Diet
The Elimination Diet An elimination diet is an eating plan that “eliminates” a food or group of foods believed to cause an adverse food reaction, often
Dysbiosis and What to Do About It
Dysbiosis and What to Do About It You have literally trillions of microbes – bacteria, fungi, viruses, even parasites – all living together in your
Probiotics in your diet
Adding Probiotics to your Diet Probiotics are live microorganisms that have health benefits when consumed. Probiotics — which are usually beneficial bacteria — provide all sorts
The Anti-Inflammatory Diet
Anti-Inflammatory Diet An anti-inflammatory diet is an eating plan designed to prevent or reduce low-grade chronic inflammation, a key risk factor in a host of
What is Adrenal Fatigue Syndrome?
What is Adrenal Fatigue? We all get run-down now and then due to the stresses of everyday life and the demands of our busy schedules.
What is Rotator Cuff Syndrome?
What is Rotator Cuff Syndrome? The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint. It keeps the head of
What is Runner’s Knee?
What is Runner’s Knee? Runner’s knee hurts, limits your mobility, makes it hard to get comfortable, and takes forever to heal. The term runner’s knee
How Chiropractors Treat Hip Pain
How Chiropractors Treat Hip Pain Your hips support your whole upper body providing stability, strength, and mobility. It stands out as one of the most
Nerve Pain
NERVE PAIN Neuritis, neuralgia, Sciatica, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, & Carpal Tunnel all refer to conditions of the nerves. The underlying control system for your body
Abnormal Spinal Curves
Abnormal Spinal Curves The main purpose of the spine is to support the body’s weight. However, it also provides stability to the torso, allows for
Prevent Muscle Knots
How to Prevent Muscle Knots We all spend too much time at our computers and looking down at our phones. At this point it is