Why might I do an elimination diet?
Recently, a family member reached out looking for guidance with an elimination diet. She had just received the results of a food allergy test and now had a LONG list of foods to avoid and was feeling a bit overwhelmed. This got me thinking, that there are probably more people out there who are considering an elimination diet, but are a bit intimidated.
Why Microbes Are Our Friends
What if I told you that we actually NEED bacteria, like our lives depend on it? Our human cells are actually outnumbered 10:1! This prolific population of bacteria and microorganisms are known as our microbiome and today I want to share three reasons why they are actually our friends.
5 Reasons to Take Your Baby to a Chiropractor
As a CACCP (Certified by the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics) doctor of chiropractic, we receive a great deal of additional education specific to the rapidly changing anatomy and physiology of children. You may be asking yourself, why would a child need a chiropractic adjustment? Well that’s exactly why today we are talking about 5 reasons you might want to have your baby checked by a chiropractor.
5 Tips To Getting Better Sleep
Sleep is one of the most vital factors in maintaining health and general well-being, but according to statistics from the American Sleep Association, a lot of people aren’t getting enough! Our sleep needs change as we grow from infants to adults, but generally it is recommended that an adult get 7-9 hours of sleep a day. 35.3% of adults are getting less than the minimum 7 hours of sleep recommended.
Why You Should Care About You and Your Child’s Posture
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!
You can go with this, or you can go with that!
It 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.