Chiropractic therapies are aimed at relieving musculoskeletal conditions mainly through the manual stimulation of the spine. However, the field is marred with misconceptions as scientific studies have not done much to prove the essence of the spinal adjustments. The specialists too are not quick and willing to divulge some aspects of chiropractic adjustments to you. Since you want to book an appointment with a chiropractor when fully informed, here are some of the things that chiropractic specialist won’t tell you. 1. Chiropractic Adjustments Don’t Hurt Most people can’t tell whether chiropractic manipulations are painful or not. Furthermore, most people are…
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Just because Gordon Ramsey is harsh to too many chefs on TV, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take your culinary skills to the next level. In fact, you can learn, have fun and also win exciting prizes. How you say? By entering yourself in a recipe contest. However, before you can even think about winning the competition, you need to get through the entry part first, which is quite challenging than it seems. But before we discuss the tactics, there are some quick notes that we’d like to share with you; Bonus Tip: It’s not always about winning. You see, the…
Did you know that roughly 12% of US adults eat the recommended amount of fruit per day? Even worse, about 9% of adults meet the recommendation for vegetable consumption in the US. These are worrying facts because eating more fruits and vegetables can keep a wide variety of diseases at bay. A healthy diet based on veggies also reduces healthcare costs. Americans seem to like tomatoes, but did you know that there are many other types of veggies you can incorporate in your daily diet? If you don’t have much time to cook but want to add more fruits and veggies to your…
There’s never a convenient time to be injured. The idea of being immobilized, limited, or in pain isn’t something anyone gets particularly excited about – but it happens! And when you do find yourself in a situation where you’re hurt, the focus should instantly shift to healing faster. There are plenty of ways to do this, but don’t underestimate the role of diet and nutrition. Common Types of Injuries That Proper Nutrition Can Heal Injuries happen in every phase of life. Here are three common categories of injuries that can be treated, in part, by proper diet and nutrition: Motor…
The first thing that springs to most people’s mind when it comes to Brazil is the Amazon. Thanks to these glorious lungs of the earth that the country is filled with superfoods that are beneficial to human health. Read on on to learn more about the health benefits of 5 Brazillian superfoods. 1. Acai Berries Dark berries are known for their antioxidant properties, but few come close to the benefits of the acai berry. The pulp of the acai berry is filled with fibre and healthy fats and its benefits have been enjoyed by the indeginious people of the Amazon…
When it comes to starting or adding onto your family, there are plenty of steps you have to take. You have to consult with your doctor, map out your cycle, make sure you’re exercising, and adhere to a healthy diet. These are all steps you can take in order to increase your IVF chances, your diet being one of the most important steps. We are what we eat, and substituting those unhealthy meals and snacks with proper nutritional staples will not only increase your IVF chances, but will help you have an easier pregnancy down the road. Although some doctors…
Waterborne disease is one increasing cause of why 3.1% of the deaths are caused annually. Water pollution is the primary reason why people around us can not safely drink the water that we procure from lakes and rivers. To prevent waterborne diseases, we need to install water purification systems and filters at our home and make sure that the other underprivileged people also have this opportunity. In order to reduce the number of deaths and the infections which are caused by polluted water, installing water purification systems becomes extremely important. It is high time that we realize the effect that…
There’s something mystical and effective about essential oils that can turn many a skeptic into a believer. Essential oils have been around for hundreds of years. Knowledge about the specific combinations and remedies for certain ailments has been passed down from generation to generation. Perhaps the simplicity of essential oils is what captures the imagination. There’s also the alluring fact that essential oils are much closer to Mother Nature compared to mass-produced pharmaceuticals. If you’re not sure how to incorporate these oils into your lifestyle and to benefit your health, read on. The Benefits of Essential Oils They are often…
Receiving a cancer diagnosis is devastating, scary, and confusing. Once the initial shock wears off, you’re going to have a lot of questions. Many will likely center on what you can do to stay as healthy as possible during your treatment. Keep reading to learn what you need to know about nutrition for cancer patients. 1. Eat Mild Foods to Soothe Your Stomach Chemo can cause a variety of side effects, including an upset stomach and diarrhea. Eating the right foods can help to minimize these. Bland foods that are gentle on the stomach are a good choice, especially on…
If you’re looking for the best manscaping tips every guy should know, this complete modern men’s grooming guide can help with tricks and techniques. From shaving your chest, back and arms to trimming your pubic hair and private areas, it’s important to learn how to manscape properly. Manscaping Styles If you’re feeling a bit hairy these days, it may be the time to consider a bit of manscaping. Don’t worry if you’re not looking to get rid of all the hair on your body, manscaping styles range from cleaning up stray hairs to a full body hair overhaul. When planning…
When was the last time you woke up feeling truly refreshed, re-energized, and ready to face the world with a good night’s sleep under your belt? If you’re like most Americans, you’re either wracking your brains right now or maybe even laughing out loud at the very thought. According to a study recently published in the academic journal Sleep, almost one-third of all Americans get fewer than six hours of sleep each night. That’s simply not enough. What’s more, the snoozes we do log don’t tend to be particularly sound. There’s many reasons for this including sleep disorders, so it’s…
Finding your perfect job can be pretty difficult since every profession has its own drawbacks. If you want to work with people and have a flexible schedule at the same time, consider starting a career as a self-employed massage therapist. It’s not a typical nine to five job. More than that, working for yourself can give you the opportunities to choose your clients and working hours. If you are not afraid of challenges and passionate about massage, this career path might be right for you. Here is what you need to do in order to become a self-employed massage therapist:…
You can find a Botox practitioner in just about any town these days, offering you the chance to make your skin look younger. While Botox is one of the safest and most popular treatments for the development of fine lines and wrinkles, it is not the only solution out there for help you mitigate wrinkles. Even if you have already used Botox and plan to do so in the future, there are foods that you can eat to help you gain more youthful skin by boosting the natural collagen within your face. Some of these foods are absolutely delicious, while…
Not everyone loves cooking. It can be a chore to make food if you don’t enjoy it, which means you probably don’t spend the time to try to become a better chef! Taking some time to learn just a few techniques can help you improve your cooking and, in turn, how good your food tastes. If you spend just 30 minutes learning a few things and maybe investing in a couple of appliances for your kitchen, you may find that you actually start enjoying your time in the kitchen. Invest in a good thermometer. One thing that most amateur chefs…
According to the survey conducted by the American Optometric Association, people value eyesight more than the ability to walk or their memory. Needless to say, the twenty-first century challenges our eyes more than ever – a lot of people spend hours in front of the screens. In turn, it leads to irritation, dryness, and blurry vision. Recognizing these modern-day issues, Peachtree Corners Eye Clinic offers comprehensive eye care solutions to mitigate the effects of prolonged screen time and improve overall eye health. During the summer, you should especially take care of your eyes. There are a lot of damaging effects of excessive…
Knee pain is a common type of chronic pain that affects millions of people worldwide. Statistics show that about 20% of American men suffer from knee pain. Incidentally, this condition is even more prevalent among women. Traditional techniques for managing knee pain don’t quite treat the underlying condition. Instead, they only cover up the pain and provide momentary relief. Cortisone shots are popularly administered to help alleviate knee inflammation and pain. However, these shots don’t address the key problem and could actually cause more damage in the long run. Detriments of traditional knee pain management strategies Apart from cortisone shots,…
There are many reasons why getting up and moving your body first thing in the morning is a must. If you’re not a morning person then I just ask that you read this with an open mind. Maybe it sounds impossible for you to actually enjoy a wake-up-workout-out start to your day, but I once thought that too and now I can’t imagine life any other way. An early morning workout offers numerous benefits, both to your health and to your daily schedule, that exercising at other times of the day just can’t provide. Yes, you will have be disciplined…
Some people may question the need to provide your pets with supplements and even wonder if it makes sense. Similar to human supplements, there is no shortage of supplements available for your pets. Whereas supplements are perfectly safe and often have great benefits for your pets, some can be harmful if taken in great doses. For example, calcium is good for your dog but if you feed it too much calcium it may develop skeletal problems. Too much vitamin D in dogs can also lead to muscle atrophy and loss of appetite. You should always ask your vet if a…
Drink your water. Exercise. Eat a healthy diet. We’re constantly hearing health advice from every angle. Everyone has their own opinions, but one thing we know is true: your health depends on your habits. Few things will harm you if you do them once or twice, but it’s your bad habits that will come back to bite you. Chances are that you have unhealthy habits that are worse for you than you realize. If you do anything on this list of habits to break, now is the time to quit. Biting Your Nails It’s cringe-worthy in a social setting, but…
Sleep is a vital part of your daily routine. As a matter of fact, you spend about one-third of your life sleeping. Getting enough quality sleep at the right time is as essential to our survival as water and food. We’ve all felt foggy after a poor night’s sleep, and that’s because sleeping recharges the brain. Namely, a healthy amount of sleep is vital for brain plasticity. Without sleep, you can’t maintain or form new pathways in your brain that allow you to learn and create new memories. Therefore, you shouldn’t feel surprised if you’re having trouble concentrating and responding…
Epilepsy is a serious seizure disorder that affects millions of Americans. Approximately 1.2 percent of the country’s population suffers from active epilepsy. This works out to about three million adults and 470,000 children. Do you suffer from epilepsy? Does it affect your child or someone else that you love? There are lots of medications that you can use to manage epilepsy, but there are also quite a few natural remedies that you might want to try instead. If you prefer to go the natural route, read on to learn about some natural anti-seizure supplements that might benefit you or your…
Depression is the mental illness of the twenty-first century, which is especially common within young people that make it a significant social problem of contemporary times. Universities completely change the lives of the young students by providing them with a vast knowledge base and professional skills that will help them to build their future. At the same time, the educational system is struggling with various problems starting from the high prices that leave students with large debts to the questioning of the necessity of institutional education in the digital era. On the one hand, employers value people with…
When you suddenly stop drinking, after months or years of abusing alcohol, your body starts to experience reverse effects like anxiety, nausea, vomiting, insomnia, and excessive sweating. Hallucinations are not uncommon. With time, the body gets accustomed to the lack of alcohol. If you want to detox from alcohol or get into rehab, make sure to eat healthy foods that will increase your odds of success. Eat a well-balanced diet that helps with the rehabilitation process. Keep on reading to find out what foods you should be eating and what impact they have on your recovery. Eat plenty of green…
Corns occur on the feet, and they are generally hard and thick. In appearance, they are similar to callus; but smaller, harder, and painful. The good news is that corns are not dangerous or life threatening but known to irritate. Women are more susceptible to corns compared to men. There are 3 main types of corns, which are: Soft – These are gray or whitish, and have a rubbery texture. They often occur between toes. Hard – These are small but concentrated in a specific area of hard skin. They mainly found within a wider area of thickened skin. Seed…
Clean eating has long been a staple of living and being healthy. What you put into your body has a direct impact on how you function and feel. And while we all know that food impacts our weight, we aren’t always aware of the other hidden benefits that come with consuming a clean diet. What Does it Mean to Eat Clean? “Clean eating is a diet concept where a person avoids refined and processed foods and those that have artificial ingredients, such as certain preservatives and additives,” writes Rachel Nall, RN. “Instead, the goal is to eat whole, natural foods.”…
One of the most important factors for your health is the quality and types of food you eat. Nutrition is an incredibly complicated subject, so it’s hard to categorize foods as strictly good or strictly bad—especially if you’re eating the “bad” foods in moderation. However, you’re usually well-off eating minimally processed produce, like fruits and vegetables. This is especially true if you know where these foods come from, guaranteeing they weren’t grown with any dangerous pesticides or unethical growing practices. Accordingly, it’s both convenient and reassuring to start a garden for your own fruits and vegetables. It might seem intimidating…
Addiction is not a moral failure and a sign of weakness, but a chronic disease. It takes more than willpower to complete the recovery process. But the desired recovery is never out of reach. The situation may seem hopeless, especially after several unsuccessful attempts. That just means that something was done wrong. Change is possible with the right approach. Here’re 5 steps that can help you to battle alcohol or drug addiction. 1. Don’t Wait! Maybe you lie to yourself that you don’t have a problem with substance abuse. It may seem that you could stop at any point, you…
Winning in competitive sports requires optimum speed, strength, and flexibility. Your body structure, specifically, the spine alignment has a significant influence on these factors. There are several ways to obtain right body alignment, including chiropractic care. Chiropractic care is a therapy that helps to improve body balance, performance, and flexibility and relieves pain. It is a physical procedure for spinal manipulation through acupuncture, heat, or massage. Below is more on how sports chiropractic care helps during practice: 1) Pain Relief Getting injured during training puts you under too much pain, especially if it misaligns the spine. A misaligned spine…
When everyone has the sniffles and colds, flu and sometimes “man flu” abound, there are some self-care tips that would allow you to get back on your feet as soon as possible. The answer is not to take antibiotics. This article from the Mayo Clinic explains that antibiotics attack bacteria but can’t do anything against the cold virus. “Avoid asking your doctor for antibiotics for a cold or using old antibiotics you have on hand. You won’t get well any faster, and inappropriate use of antibiotics contributes to the serious and growing problem of antibiotic-resistant bacteria,” the article added. Colds…
Arthritis is a joint inflammation disease. It’s a painful condition that affects the joints. Some people have become immobile for years due to arthritis. There are over 100 types of arthritis. Females are the most affected by the disease. But that should not scare you. You don’t have to worry because there are remedies you can do at home to alleviate pain caused by arthritis. By following these tips below, you can manage and prevent it from happening. Ways of Managing Arthritis Weight Control: Overweight and obesity are one of the main culprits of arthritis. If your weight is a…