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For thousands of years, people have been using bee products for...

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:00:05 -0400

For thousands of years, people have been using bee products for their health benefits. In modern times, scientific research has been able to confirm these benefits. Bees collect building blocks for their products from plants rich in polyphenolic flavonoids, a family of strong antioxidents. Here are a few items to look for in your health foods store.

Propolis: Made from the sap of trees, propolis is used by bees to seal the exterior of their hives. It contains nearly 300 different compounds, including resveratrol, a natural phenol that has been shown to be anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, beneficial for controlling blood sugar, and having positive effects on the cardiovascular system. Studies have shown that propolis is antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal.

Royal Jelly: This is the food that is made solely for the queen bee, which grows larger and lives longer than any other bees in the colony. Studies have shown that royal jelly can reduce total cholesterol and normalize the levels of LDL and HDL.

Honey: Not only is honey a great natural sweetener, but it has been used for thousands of years as a medicine. At least 181 separate compounds have been found in honey, with at least four of them being proven to have antioxidant and antibacterial qualities. In some countries, honey is still used by doctors to treat burns, wounds, and skin infections, with honey treatments resulting in reduced healing time and less scar tissue formation.

Believe it or not, your child’s hula hoop may be just what...

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:00:05 -0500

Believe it or not, your child’s hula hoop may be just what you need to get back in shape! Hula hooping offers fantastic mind-body benefits for grown-ups. Its rhythmic movements can have a meditative effect, helping to reduce stress and boost your mood. Hooping is also great for strengthening your hips and waist and increasing flexibility. A new study also found it to be an effective cardio workout, burning about 210 calories in 30 minutes!

Good news for migraine sufferer who don’t want to take...

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:00:05 -0500

Good news for migraine sufferer who don’t want to take medication: Research published in the journal Cephalalgia finds that regular exercise is as effective as drugs and relaxation techniques in preventing those pounding headaches. So, go for a bike ride, walk around your neighborhood, or sign up for a kickboxing class and kiss those migraines goodbye!

Increased Age at Conception Leads to Greater Chance of Autism, a Recent Study Suggests

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 10:00:00 -0500

A recent study suggests that an increase in either parents age carries a higher risk of a child developing autism. In this study, they concluded that whether the male or female is older, this could affect the chances of having an autistic child, independent of their partners age. For example, a woman in her late thirties has a 21-37% increase that her child will have autism no matter how old the child’s father is. This percentage continues to grow with age. If the father is in his late thirties he has a 28% greater chance of his child having autism independent of the mothers age. However, if both the father and mother are in their late 30’s, this does not double the chances. They are still at around the same increase as a couple with one spouse above 30 years of age.

For full text article: http://www.babycenter.com/204_older-parents-more-likely-to-have-an-autistic-child_10363302.bc?scid=momspreg_20120207:3&pe=MlVCZjJ2TXwyMDEyMDIwNw..

Women who acquire a fever after receiving an epidural run...

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 10:00:00 -0500

Women who acquire a fever after receiving an epidural run risks of complications in their child after birth a recent study suggests. It is said that the fever along with the epidural can cause complications in the baby including decreased muscle tone and other more severe problems. It is said that the mother may develop the fever due to the inflammatory process that occurs after receiving the epidural. For more information visit, http://www.babycenter.com/204_breastfeeding-tied-to-stronger-lungs-less-asthma_10363327.bc?scid=momspreg_20120207:3&pe=MlVCZjJ2TXwyMDEyMDIwNw..

Babies who are breast fed have better lungs and less chance of having asthma according to a recent study. Children who were breast fed were tested and said to have had larger lung capacities and way less incidence of having asthma then those children who were not breast fed. Just another reason why breast feeding is great for mommy and baby!

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:03:05 -0500

Babies who are breast fed have better lungs and less chance of having asthma according to a recent study. Children who were breast fed were tested and said to have had larger lung capacities and way less incidence of having asthma then those children who were not breast fed. Just another reason why breast feeding is great for mommy and baby!

Maintain Good Posture

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 10:00:06 -0500

The American Chiropractic Association provided a list of some different tips that can be used while you are sitting, standing or lying down to help you maintain a good posture.

Sitting Down: Make sure to keep your feet flat on the floor and don’t cross your legs. Your knees should be at the level of your hips and should be pulled away from the chair slightly. Relax your shoulders and keep your forearms parallel to the ground. Lastly, try to avoid sitting for long periods of time, take a break and walk around every once in awhile.

Standing: Most of your weight should be on the balls of your feet with your knees slightly bent and feet shoulder width apart. If you are standing for a long period of time you can gradually shift your weight from your toes to your heels. Let your arms hang down in a relaxed position and stand tall with your shoulders pulled back and your stomach tucked in.

Laying Down: Most importantly, find the right mattress for you and make sure to sleep with a pillow and try to avoid sleeping on your stomach. If you prefer to sleep on your side then put a pillow between your legs, or if you prefer to sleep on your back then place a pillow under your knees.

These are just some quick tips that you can use to help your maintain the proper posture. You can read more information here or visit a Chiropractor to help you analyze your posture.

Bad Posture?

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:00:05 -0500

Most people know that it is important to maintain a good posture when you are standing, sitting and even lying down. However, not everyone knows about some of the problems that can arise from having an abnormal posture. Here is a list of a few things that can be caused by having bad posture:

Headaches
TMJ Disorder
Fibromyalgia
Bone Deformation
Disc Degeneration
Visceral Disorders
Pain Syndromes
Altered Biomechanics

These are just a few of the problems that can arise from having an abnormal posture. If you think that your posture might not be correct you can visit a doctor of chiropractic and they can evaluate your posture. Also, make sure to check back tomorrow for some tips on how to maintain a good posture.

Chiropractor showing the Atlas Orthogonal technique on The...

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:00:05 -0500

Chiropractor showing the Atlas Orthogonal technique on The Doctors television show. It is great to see Chiropractors on television and explaining the different techniques that are available for patients!

Here is a great video on how Chiropractic care was able to help...

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:00:05 -0500

Here is a great video on how Chiropractic care was able to help an adolescent with ADHD.

Burn a Few Extra Calories

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:03:05 -0500

An easy way to burn a few extra calories in your day is by not skipping commercials while watching television. Instead, you can use this time to do short exercises like marching in place.

A recent study looked at the amount of calories that were burned from an hour of sitting versus an hour of sitting with interspersed activities of marching in place. In 25.2 minutes of commercials participants recorded 2,111 steps. This increases the calories burned in that hour from 81 to 148 calories.

This is an easy way to burn a few extra calories so try it out next time you sit down to watch an hour long television show.

For more ways to burn a few extra calories a day visit Women’s Health Magazine.

Diversified Chiropractic Technique

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:00:05 -0500

The Topic for this week is Diversified Chiropractic Technique.

We researched a lot of information about the background of the diversified technique, how the adjustments are performed, what to expect from a diversified Chiropractor and much more. Make sure to check out this topic of the week to see if diversified is a good technique for you and make sure to check back next week for another interesting Chiropractic technique.

Controlling Morning Sickness If you are in your first...

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 10:00:05 -0500

Controlling Morning Sickness

If you are in your first trimester of pregnancy, CONGRATS!! You are probably excited, exhausted, and a bit nauseas. Try to relax, it will be over soon. In the mean time, here are some helpful hints that may help to fight off that nausea sooner!

Eat small meals often
Stay away from spicy or garlicky foods (any food that “stays with you” will be a nuisance)
Try to stay hydrated. This is highly important but often times hard to do!
Relax and take naps as much as possible
Try aloe water. 2 oz a day
Keep a small snack with you at all times (like saltine crackers)
Before stepping out of bed in the morning, lay there for about 10 minutes and munch on some crackers
Ginger ale may help to relax your stomach and reduce the nausea
Try to get fresh air, you may feel too sick to exercise but at least try to go for a walk each day
B6 and magnesium have been helpful for some women. The recommended dose is 100 mg B6 and 400 mg Magnesium

Fight PMS, the natural way!! Looking for a natural remedy to get...

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:00:05 -0500

Fight PMS, the natural way!!

Looking for a natural remedy to get rid of your monthly PMS pain? Well, we found a few! The fruit of chasteberry tree ( vitex agnus castus) was shown in a study to relieve some symptoms of PMS. There is also evening primrose oil which has had fantastic results as well as gingko biloba. These are both plant extracts that have been promoted as remedies for these monthly annoyances as well. B6, calcium, and magnesium have been shown to alleviate symptoms, too. Some other non supplemental ways to try and fight the cramps is some good old exercise! This allows your muscles to relax and get blood flowing better. Also, heat packs are a girls best friend during that time of the month. Don’t forget to take in plenty of water as well!

Club Sandwich Kabobs

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:00:05 -0500

Here is a great recipe for parents and children to make together from Whole Foods Market.

Ingredients

4 slices of whole grain bread, toasted and cut into 1in cubes
4 slices of deli ham and 4 slices of deli turkey
16 cherry tomatoes
4 leaves romaine lettuce
1/4 pound cheddar cut in cubes
1/4 pound mozzarella cut in cubes
2 kosher dill pickles sliced thickly

Method

Making the kabobs is easy, just alternate all of the ingredients and thread them onto a kabob stick.

Enjoy making these kabobs with your children!

Impact of Food Advertisements on Kids

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:00:05 -0500

A recent study was performed showing how much of an impact food advertisements had on children and how parents can alter that impact. The study showed children 2 cartoons with a food commercial between. The first half had a commercial showing apple slices while the second half of the children had a food advertisement for french fries.

After the show they were then asked to pick a coupon for either french fries or for healthy food and the patients were told to remain neutral or try and influence them what to pick.

The results show that parents can have an impact on what the children will eat. For the people who watched the french fries commercial and the parents did not have any influence then 71 percent of the children picked the french fries coupon. However, if the parents encouraged them to choose the healthy food the percent decreased to 55.

There are always going to be advertisements for unhealthy food on television but parents can have an impact in what the children choose to eat. You can read the entire article here.

Here is a great video from a Chiropractor explaining how your...

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:00:05 -0500

Here is a great video from a Chiropractor explaining how your workstation should be set up to prevent back and neck problems.

Foods to Eat When You're Stressed

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:03:05 -0500

Eating when you are stressed out doesn’t always seem like the best idea. However, if you eat the right foods when your anxiety levels are high you can actually help decrease your stress levels. Here is a list of some foods to eat the next time you are feeling stressed or anxious about an exam, interview, presentation or anything else.

Almonds, Pistachios and Walnuts: almonds contain Vitamin E to help boost your immune system, while pistachios and walnuts are good for lowering your blood pressure.
Avocados: The creamy flavor of avocados can help replace your desire to eat foods like ice cream when you are stressed out. Also, avocados are a great source of potassium which can help lower your blood pressure.
Skim Milk: The calcium in skim milk can help to soothe tension. In addition, warm milk is helpful for insomnia and restlessness.
Oatmeal: The carbohydrates in oatmeal cause your brain to slowly release serotonin which is a relaxing brain chemical that could make you less irritable.
Oranges: These fruits contain Vitamin C which is also helpful in boosting your immune system and can help lower your blood pressure and make you feel less stressed.
Salmon: Omega 3 fatty acids are found in salmon and have been shown to help keep your cortisol and adrenaline (stress hormones) levels from elevating too much.
Spinach: Magnesium is a mineral found in spinach that can help keep your body feeling at ease and lower your stress levels.

You can read more information about each of the different foods at Women’s Health Magazine and find some good ways to incorporate these foods into your diet. So the next time you are starting to feel a little stressed or you know your anxiety levels are going to be high try some of these foods to keep your blood pressure down and your mind and body at ease.

Gonstead Technique

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:00:06 -0500

The topic for this week is the Chiropractic technique known as Gonstead.

We researched a lot of information about what is involved in the Gonstead technique, what kind of adjustments you might expect, how the technique began, and how patients have improved with the use of Gonstead. If you are unsure what technique your chiropractor uses make sure to read this topic of the week and check out the topics for the next month where we will discuss many other techniques.

Healthiest City for Women is...

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:00:06 -0500

RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA

A whopping 90 percent of women living in Raleigh, North Carolina have perfect Pap smear timing (the American Cancer Society recommends that women over 30 who have had three normal Pap tests in a row get one every three years), and 81 percent of those over 40 stay on track with regular mammograms. Both tests can save lives by detecting cancers early. “It’s very important to be proactive about preventive measures that have proven benefits,” says Andrew Berchuck, M.D., director of gynecological oncology at Duke University Medical Center. Ask your doctor how often you should be screened, and while you’re at it, get a physical (yes, even if you feel totally fine).

Click here to see which city ranked second healthiest for women.