Dr. Nikki Porteus, owner and chiropractor at Renew & Restore Wellness, in Southlake and Las Colinas, TX, is passionate about empowering others to lead healthier lives. In our blog, we cover a variety of topics from chiropractic to exercise to stretching, to posture, to pregnancy, to babies and more!
While studies have shown that poor posture can result in being turned down during a job interview and being perceived as less attractive, there are actual negative physiological implications that come along with it as well!
Read MoreIt can sometimes feel overwhelming to attempt a meal that is healthy but also tastes good and still allows you to feel like you are indulging rather than punishing yourself. That is why I thought it might be helpful to share some of my simple substitutes that I use with everyday recipes to make them a little bit healthier without feeling like I’m totally depriving myself.
Read MorePaleo, keto, vegetarian, low-carb, South Beach diet, Mediterranean, plant-based… all of the different diets and “lifestyles” can feel a bit overwhelming when trying to figure out what the best eating option is for you! Often times these eating lifestyles are presented as a one-size fits all magic bullet, but scientific research suggests that depending on the state of your autonomic nervous system, one way might be better than another.
Read MoreWhile we may be hearing about it more lately, the maternal and fetal mortality rate in the black community is NOT a new issue. As a whole, the US has a higher maternal mortality rate than most other high-income countries. Now I want you to think about this… African American women (across the income spectrum and from all walks of life) are dying from preventable pregnancy-related complications at three to four times the rate of white women in the US!
Read MoreStress and anxiety levels are higher than ever which has lead to me getting asked, on a regular basis, what my thoughts are about my thoughts regarding CBD… Does it work? Is it safe? What else can they take?
Read MoreAccording to a survey done by the American Psychological Association, three out of four Americans report experiencing at least one stress symptom in the last month. 45 percent report lying awake at night, 36 percent report feeling nervous or anxious, 35 percent report irritability or anger, and 34 percent report fatigue due to stress.
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