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ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Concussions are NOT just in your head
I’ve noticed that we shrug off traumatic brain injuries like they’re simple headaches. I hear all too often, “I j…
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Bringing joy to mental health
Having a good mental state is about having good feelings and positive thoughts. No matter what is going on around us, we are in control of how we relate to situations outside of us. But there is more to the story…T…
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Joy over stress: A new path
Stress is pretty much universal. It’s how we respond to stress that affects our lives. We get to choose how to respond, vacillating on the spectrum between mis…
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Vagus nerve
If you aren’t familiar with the vagus nerve and what it does in the body, you’re not alone! More and more evidence in recent years is helping us understand thi…
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Dreaming of a good night’s sleep
There is nothing so wonderful as waking refreshed after a good night’s sleep. During sleep our brains cycle through different stages, including light sleep, deep sleep, and REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep, each serv…
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — TMJ Disorder: Causes and solutions
The Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) is a joint that controls the movement of the jaw. In TMJ disorder (“TMD”, or “TMJ” — used interchangeably) is when the joint …
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Gut health and allergies?
If you have any idea how your immune system works, you probably know that if yours is weak you could be more susceptible to infections. But did you know that y…
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Worried about brain fog, memory and concentration? We’re here to help
Brain fog, memory issues, and difficulty concentrating are common symptoms that can have various underlying causes. They can impact daily functioning and cause frustration. Understanding the potential reasons for d…
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Losing focus? Here’s how to fix it!
Over the past decade, there has been a notable increase in issues related to memory and focus, affecting both children and adults. This is concerning. There ha…
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — A spine-chilling mystery? Nope, acupuncture really works for back pain!
From a dull ache to a sharp shooting pain that immobilizes us and drops us to our knees, back pain can be debilitating. Sometimes it’s acute (meaning a new condition) and sometimes it’s chronic (meaning it’s been t…
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Restless legs keeping you awake?
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) used to be rare, but today it is becoming quite common. In fact, it affects between 5%-10% of adults and 2%-4% of children in the U…
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Consider this before spinal surgery
It’s a position no one wants to be in. You have sharp, debilitating pain. This is not your standard muscle tightness. This pain is generated from a nerve. You’…
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Cardiovascular disease: Prevention, recovery, and the power of nutrition
Cardiovascular disease has steadily increased over the past century. Before that, it was hardly even heard of. Stroke and heart attacks are among the serious c…
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — A smart approach to heart health
Our incredible heart, our wonderful Lovebox, the amazing ticker. The heart is more than a pump it’s also an emotional center. A hardworking organ that is loved by both poets and physicians alike. And sadly, heart d…
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Rethinking heartburn and reflux: The truth about stomach acid
Heartburn and acid reflux effect millions of Americans. Medications for treating acid reflux seek to neutralize stomach acid or prevent the production of it. While they are generally well tolerated, these medicatio…