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Welcome to our integrative health blog, where our team of holistic practitioners shares their expertise to help you achieve optimal well-being. Each month, we delve into a new theme, providing you with insightful articles, practical tips, and the latest in holistic health trends. Whether you're interested in nutrition, natural remedies, mental health, or physical fitness, our diverse team of experts offers a wealth of knowledge to support your wellness journey. Join us as we explore the multifaceted world of holistic health and empower you to live your healthiest life.

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. Kellyann Tomko, ND

Nov 13, 20222 min read

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...

Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND

Nov 13, 20222 min read

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...

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

Oct 3, 20223 min read

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...

Karen McKinney, LCMHCA

Sep 11, 20225 min read

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. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

Sep 11, 20223 min read

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. Stephanie Hendershot, ND

Sep 6, 20222 min read

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...

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

Sep 6, 20224 min read

BACK TO SCHOOL: Sedentary Posture

As the kids head back to the classroom, parents may also be finding themselves spending increased time seated at a desk. We tend to live...

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

Aug 13, 20223 min read

Eccentric Exercise for Tissue Repair

***This blog is intended for medical professionals If you are familiar with the LYT yoga method, you know by now that we LOVE eccentric...

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

Jul 13, 20224 min read

SKIN HEALTH: Vitamin C and E

Your skin is the largest organ of your body and it’s known for acting as your body’s main line of defense. Many factors can affect the...

Haley Haberman

Jun 18, 20222 min read

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHT: Vitamin D

In college I learned all about the importance of vitamins and minerals and their role in the human body. However, I never realized how...

Haley Haberman

Jun 6, 20223 min read

SKIN HEALTH: Dry Brushing

Did you know that your skin is your body’s largest organ and it makes up almost 20% of your body’s weight? This means it deserves a lot...

Haley Haberman

Jun 6, 20222 min read

SKIN HEALTH: Betraying Your Skin?

Our skin is more than just a canvas we makeup and reconstruct for beauty. We invest thousands of dollars in skincare products,...

Bynisha Myers, LE

Jun 5, 20223 min read

DETOX: Vitamin C

In honor of detox month, let’s talk about a great supplement that aids in detox: Vitamin C. This particular vitamin is water soluble and...

Haley Haberman

May 24, 20223 min read

DETOX: 6 Herbs for Detoxing

Happy detox month everyone! Let's talk about some great herbs that aid in DETOX. Chlorella: An algae that is packed with a broad spectrum...

Haley Haberman

May 24, 20223 min read

DETOX: Acupuncture Treatments

Did you know that there is a well known acupuncture treatment to support you during your detox journey? Acupuncturists around the world...

Ashley Paraiso, LAc, DiplOM

May 14, 20222 min read

DETOX: A Naturopathic Perspective

Three day fasts are by far my favorite way to detox. But, does detoxing have to be so dramatic? Not necessarily. In fact, I believe the...

Chelsea Birch, ND, RH (AHG), CBHT

May 3, 20223 min read

DETOX: My Favorite Ways

May is detox month, and while this word has become quite the craze and fad, there are many ways of detoxing improperly that can actually...

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

May 3, 20223 min read

HEART HEALTH: Portion Control

Heart disease is the nation’s number one killer for both men and women; one person dies every 36 seconds in the US from cardiovascular...

Dr. Mièka Bryan, PT, DPT

Apr 20, 20222 min read

Vibration Plate Exercise: Benefits, Risks, Implications

Vibration Plate exercise and therapies are spreading throughout the nation due to the many benefits they provide the body. Research has...

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

Apr 10, 20224 min read