Around this time of year, many of us are prepared and even expect a cold and flu season. However, as we all know, this season is like no other that we have experienced in decades. With COVID-19 running rampant in our communities, extra precautions and safety measures are being taken. However, did you know that these precautions do not end with the basics, like face masks and social distancing? There are many ways to prepare your immune system to be at its best for fighting off viruses.
Read MoreHow many times have you been to the doctor and you feel as if you are not being heard and you leave without the answers to your questions? It is common to go to the doctor’s and feel like just another appointment on a full day. The root of your issue is not discovered, but you probably head home with a prescription to treat one of your symptoms that may or may not help, but almost certainly will come with less than desirable side effects. In the end, it's possible to end up feeling worse than when you started the process both physically and emotionally. For this reason, alternative approaches to medicine such as holistic healthcare have become more popular. You have a choice on how you take care of your body and to discover why western medicine may not be the best option out there.
Read MoreA few years ago, people started talking a lot about probiotics, mostly because Jamie Lee Curtis became the spokesperson for a yogurt that touted itself as a solution to good gut health. And if you’re just beginning a journey to take better care of your body and focus more on health, your gut is a great place to start. So much goes on in your belly, several different organs working in conjunction with each other to process food which fuels your body and makes everything run. But now you’ve probably heard about prebiotics as well and you might be wondering: what are these things and why do I need them?
Read MoreHUMANS are creatures of habit, pure and simple. We like traditions, customs, festivals – they make us feel good and on track. And a routine is our own personal set of traditions and rituals that we move through each and every day, often without pausing to reflect upon what we are doing or why. A strong routine gives us a balanced life, an understanding of what we need to do and when to navigate the trials and tribulations of daily life.
Read MoreWhen you hear the words “adrenal glands” you might automatically think of “adrenaline”. While that association is correct, your adrenal glands do a lot more than just produce adrenaline. They produce several different hormones that regulate bodily functions and impact our overall health. When the adrenal glands aren’t working properly, producing too much or not enough of a specific hormone, it can cause a lot of problems.
Read MoreAcupuncture is an ancient medicinal technique that has been used for thousands of years. It is a part of Traditional Chinese Medicine that aims to improve the flow of qi through the body. The traditional belief is that a blockage of qi in the body limits the effectiveness of organs in the body and creates many ailments. Releasing the qi to flow through the body can improve organ function, relieve pain, and increase overall quality of life. Medical knowledge has come a long way since the origins of acupuncture to improve the flow of qi in the body but acupuncture is still considered an effective way of treating and assisting with medical conditions and has migrated from China to be used all across the world.
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