Over the Counter Drugs vs Chiropractic Care Let’s look at the effectiveness of chiropractic care vs non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) for low back pain. Low back pain is the number one cause for work disability, thus finding the most effective treatment could save a massive amount of money in healthcare costs and lost productivity. …
Today, let’s look at the life altering health risks from eating processed foods. Studies show the more processed foods you consume the greater your risk for a heart attack, colon cancer, and even death. Processed foods have fiber and essential nutrients removed, and extra sugar, salt and fats added to them. These changes increase the risk …
Is Standing Really Better For You Than Sitting? Today, let’s look at whether standing is really better for you than sitting. Some people confuse the benefits of exercise with that of standing at work rather than being in a desk chair. A recent study showed standing at work was not necessarily better, based on the …
The Benefits of Intermittent Fasting Various patterns of intermittent fasting have become popular since people find these diets easier to follow than traditional calorie restriction. In a recent 3 month study of time-restricted eating, the participants ate their usual meals but ate only between 8AM and 6PM (10 hours) and took in no calories during …
The Adjustment on Cervicogenic Headaches Have you ever had one of those headaches that starts at the neck, then radiates up the back of the head? Those are called Cervicogenic headaches, and they are typically caused by an underlying disc, joint, muscle, or nerve disorder. Luckily, research shows that chiropractic care can improve them! A …
A recent study of over 7000 adults (average age 58 years), discovered those with high blood pressure had significantly lower memory and recognition test scores than the people with normal blood pressure. Several other studies found almost all risk factors for heart attacks are also risk factors for dementia. Since dementia and heart attacks share …
Supplements for Your Immune System With cold and flu season upon us, we are always looking for ways to keep our family’s immune system healthy. A healthy diet, adequate sleep, and daily exercise and of course chiropractic care is ultimately the best line of defense against germs and viruses. However, a healthy lifestyle paired with …
In today’s video, let’s look at the impact of inflammation from excess weight, especially obesity has on brain health. Obesity turns on your immune system and keeps it active, causing inflammation. Studies are supporting the association of excess weight with inflammation that can cause damage to your brain. Inflammation damages the arteries throughout your body …
Adjustments on Anxiety In today’s video, let’s take a look at 3 benefits of chiropractic care for relieving symptoms of anxiety and depression. If you live with depression and/or anxiety, you are not alone. Depression is a common mental health disorder impacting more than 300 million people globally. Thankfully, new studies are supporting the …
Can Adjustments Increase Brainpower? Today, let’s talk about BRAINPOWER! The Spinal Research Foundation discovered a link between the chiropractic adjustment and increased activity in the brain’s prefrontal cortex. “Chiropractors have long observed a wide variety of changes in the people under their care following adjustments. Patients often report that they feel better or focus …
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