It’s that time of year again. Everyone is getting the sniffles and not feeling well. So how do you protect yourself from getting sick too? The best thing to do is to boost your immune system so you can fight off viruses. What happens when […]
The cultivation of wheat has changed over the years. When we were hunter and gatherers we had our own gardens and made our own food and breads. We aren’t hunter/gatherers anymore, so we rely on farmers to give us the ability to eat. History of […]
What do you think of when you hear probiotics? Do you think gut? Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for you, especially your digestive system. Your body is full of bacteria, both good and bad. Probiotics are often called “good” or “helpful” bacteria because […]
Back to school is right around the corner! (I feel every year gets faster and faster with age!) So it’s time to buy school supplies and a new backpack. While kids are focused on wanting a *Captain America* backpack, (or unicorn) make sure you are […]
Do you ever read food labels? If you don’t you SHOULD! Check out what you are putting into your body. There are so many “bad” things that are added to our food that it’s disturbing when you start reading what those ingredients are! High Fructose […]
I have been interested in nutrition since starting chiropractic school. Recently I have started watching MULTIPLE documentaries over juicing, nutrition, organic food, and overall food health. Being a chiropractor I look at whole body wellness and one day (hopefully soon) I plan on getting my […]
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is an important antioxidant for the body. Antioxidants protect the body’s cells from damage and helps with metabolism. Levels of CoQ10 decrease as we age and it is found in meat, fish and broccoli. CoQ10 has been shown to lower blood pressure […]
Do you buy organic? Do you know what the term organic means? To be certified organic you have to be authorized by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). To be able to put “organic” on a produce or package, the producer has to follow […]
Have you heard the hype about supplementing with collagen yet? Do you know what collagen is? What it is used for? Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body. Collagen is what helps give our skin strength and elasticity, and replaces dead skin cells. […]
