CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH: Yoga for the Heart
When I was younger, long before becoming yoga certified I heard a story of a man who was a yogi and could control his own heartbeat. The...
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Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND
- Jan 14
- 2 min
THYROID: Nutrients that Support the Thyroid
The thyroid is a gland that sits at the base of the neck. This tiny butterfly-shaped gland is responsible for metabolism, controlling the...
Dr. Mièka Bryan, PT, DPT
- Jan 14
- 2 min
THYROID: Connection to Increased Injuries?
Happy Thyroid Awareness Month! January is a great month to talk about muscles and exercise. According to a survey of those who plan to...
Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT
- Jan 14
- 3 min
THYROID: Association and Risks for Frozen Shoulder
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a disease or disorder in which you begin to lose the function and range of motion...
Dr. Mièka Bryan, PT, DPT
- Dec 6, 2022
- 1 min
Healthy Hacks to Get Through the Holidays
It’s December and it’s the time for New Year’s resolutions, ugly holiday sweaters, family vacations, presents and a variety of other...
Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT
- Nov 29, 2022
- 4 min
6 Yoga Poses to Help Lower Blood Pressure
High blood pressure or hypertension is a serious health condition that often shows no symptoms. However, it puts you at a greater risk of...
Mickey Hardy
- Nov 21, 2022
- 4 min
NAC: New Aging Cure?
We all know that “anti-aging” is its own industry and a big one at that. That being said, with the hundreds of supplements and creams to...
Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND
- Nov 13, 2022
- 2 min
OSTEOPOROSIS: More Than Bones?
Osteoporosis is often thought as a condition that affects the bones of women with age. As the condition progresses, bone loses mineral...
Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND
- Nov 13, 2022
- 2 min
AGING GRACEFULLY: Favorite Supplements
Concerned about aging gracefully? It’s understandable. Sometimes aging can feel daunting. But let’s take a look at some nutrients that...
Karen McKinney, LCMHCA
- Oct 12, 2022
- 3 min
DEPRESSION: Common Misconceptions
Did you know that there have been significant breakthroughs in understanding depression in the past few years? There are multiple new...
Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND
- Oct 10, 2022
- 2 min
DEPRESSION: Methylation Station
The best holistic approach to depression considers the mental/emotional as well as the biochemical. Let’s talk for a moment about the...
Patti Rumsey
- Oct 4, 2022
- 2 min
DEPRESSION: Mental Health in Pregnancy and Postpartum
I was on a train recently and I spotted a mother and daughter. The mother was sitting behind her daughter as the train wasn’t crowded....
Ashley Paraiso, LAc, DiplOM
- Oct 4, 2022
- 3 min
Ahhhhh…Fall!
Of the Five Elements fundamental to Chinese philosophy and medicine, Fall is the one closest to my heart. The energy of the natural world...
Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT
- Oct 3, 2022
- 3 min
DEPRESSION: Is Posture Affecting Your Mood?
Depression rates have continued to rise in America, and these rates were especially increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. While social...
Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT
- Oct 3, 2022
- 3 min
Balance Implications For Health and Aging
Scientists, physical therapists, and physicians have always known balance to be an important health aspect. Falls and fall related...
Karen McKinney, LCMHCA
- Sep 11, 2022
- 5 min
SLEEP: Morning Sunlight & Mental Health
Most people know that they need to get enough sleep every night to promote overall health. In fact, “good sleep hygiene” has become a...
Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT
- Sep 11, 2022
- 3 min
INFLAMMATION: Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune inflammatory disorder that can not only affect your joints but many other body systems...
Dr. Jenna Scott, ND
- Sep 11, 2022
- 1 min
SLEEP: 8 Simple Bedtime Tricks
1) Avoid all screen use for 2 hours prior to bedtime (TV, laptop, phone, iPad, etc) 2) Epsom salt baths: Add 2 cups of salts to tub and...
Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND
- Sep 6, 2022
- 2 min
SLEEP: Best Time to Go to Bed
Did you know there’s an optimal time to go to sleep? That’s right. And if you’re a night owl, you may want to think about moving your...
Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT
- Sep 6, 2022
- 3 min
SLEEP: Are These Your Culprits?
Sleep is one of the most underestimated components of healthy living and success in life as well as exercise performance. In today’s...
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