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Decreasing Screen Time For Kids

Decreasing Screen Time For Kids

Before we begin a short discussion on recent trends in screen time in kids and the physical and developmental risks of excess screen time, let me say that I am not against technology or screen time all together.  There are great qualities in technology and the use of...

Laser Therapy and Mitochondria

Laser Therapy and Mitochondria

Disclaimer – this blog post is a little heavier on the science/research Laser therapy uses red and infra-red (NIR) light to help healing in the body, especially musculokeletal problems and wound healing. The technology is non-invasive and non-toxic. Clinically, laser...

Mitochondria and Longevity

Mitochondria and Longevity

What are mitochondria and why is it so important? Mitochondria are the powerhouse for producing energy, ATP – adenosine trisphophate – in our cells and subsequently our bodies. Mitochondria contain their own DNA and “each cell has hundreds to thousands of mitochondria...

Posture, why is it so important?

Posture, why is it so important?

What’s the big deal? Why is Posture So Important?  I often hear people say, ‘I know I’m slouching’, or ‘I know my neck is too far forward"’.  I believe these people must innately know that their health and posture is intertwined. It is a scientific fact that...

The power of positive thoughts

The power of positive thoughts

The power of positive thoughts: Researchers have shown that there is a powerful connection between our bodies and our minds.  When we feel stressed our brain signals to release hormones that tell our cells to either fight or flee. When we feel positive emotions...

Chiropractic helps brain function

Chiropractic helps brain function

New Research shows Chiropractic helps brain function: Dr. Heidi Haavik is a chiropractor and neuroscientist.  She is on a quest to understand what Chiropractic does to the body and brain function.  In her book, “The Reality Check”, she goes over her research...

HRV – Heart Rate Variability

HRV – Heart Rate Variability

I think a lot of people would agree with me that we are living in a century of increased stress in our modern lives, as compared to simpler and earlier times.  I have patients telling me everyday…. “I don’t have time” “We have to figure this out around kids...

Low Back Pain

Low Back Pain

I get a lot of patients with low back pain (LBP) at the clinic. No one wants to be in pain, I get it. However, we are complicated beings, but we are self-healing and self-regulating. Let me share a story with you. I get low back pain. Is that ironic – as I am a...

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