Mar 21
Giraffes and humans have at least 2 things in common: they both have 7 bones (vertebrae) in their neck, and they both benefit from receive Chiropractic care. A 2-yr-old male giraffe, suffering from severe mid-neck torticollis received a series of Chiropractic adjustments to help restore proper neck mobility. Laser therapy and cervical range of motion …
Feb 22
Cooking oil is a basic and almost indispensable ingredient in every kitchen. But nowadays, there are so many different types of cooking oil that you can literally take an hour or more just to go through all the options in a well-stocked supermarket. From the ubiquitous refined soybean and corn oils that seem to be …
Jan 16
The nervous system and immune system are hardwired and work together to create optimal responses for the body to adapt and heal appropriately. Neural dysfunctions due to spinal misalignments are stressful to the body and cause abnormal changes that lead to a poorly coordinated immune response. Chiropractic adjustments have been shown to boost the coordinated …
Jan 11
Do the Brain Benefits of Exercise Last? It is well established that exercise bolsters the structure and function of the brain. Multiple animal and human studies have shown that a few months of moderate exercise can create new neurons, lift mood and hone memory and thinking. But few studies have gone on to examine what happens next. Are these …
Dec 21
Infantile colic is a distressing problem, characterised by excessive crying of infants and it is the most common complaint seen by physicians in the first 16 weeks of a child’s life. The systematic review, which is published December 12, 2012 in the Cochrane Library, assessed six randomised trials involving a total of 325 infants who …
Oct 19
Some adults may wonder why more and more children are starting to see chiropractors. That’s a good question and the answer is simple: whether we have a large spine or a tiny little spine, if that spine is creating nerve distress then our magnificent bodies may not operate smoothly. The nervous system is the ‘Master …
Oct 12
Overworked, underslept and feeling the pressure? There are plenty of ways to find calm, without investing in a four-hand spa massage. All you need is a pair of lungs, your breath and 10 minutes or less. Here are 2 different breathing exercises to help: 1. Sama Vritti or “Equal Breathing” How it’s done: Balance can do …
Sep 14
As many new mothers can attest, the muscle strains of pregnancy are very real and can be more than just a nuisance. The average weight gain of 25 to 35 pounds, combined with the increased stress placed on the body by the baby, may result in severe discomfort. Studies have found that about half of …
Sep 07
Grain Free Carrot Cake Muffins makes a dozen muffins 1 1/2 cups almond flour 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons cinnamon 4 eggs 1/2 cup melted coconut oil 1/3 cup honey 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional) 2 cups shredded carrots Preheat oven to 350* In a large bowl, thoroughly sift together almond flour, …
