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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSOct 11, 20071 topic

A Healthy Back Starts With Your Feet

Contrary to popular belief, many people with foot problems do not have any pain in their feet. Instead, the area of pain is transferred up the body, to the knees, hips, lower back, or even neck. An example of this is one whose feet roll inward, which causes their pelvis to jut forward. This, in turn, causes the upper back to “hump” and the head to move forward, all in an attempt to keep the body balanced. In fact, 80% of people over forty years of age experience bodily di

Primary topic: Health Education
Health Education
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSAug 6, 20071 topic

Post-natal Abdominal Exercises

Having a baby means making many changes in your life: losing sleep, learning how to take care of a tiny person, and dealing with the “new body” that pregnancy caused you to have. Most women are eager to get to some abdominal exercises to firm up their now-stretched-out middles. The following exercises can be done in the first six weeks, provided that your “rec check” (see below) is okay. (Note: If you have had a C-section, wait until your 6-week checkup before beginni

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise
Fitness and Exercise
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSAug 6, 20071 topic

Nutritional Approaches to Musculoskeletal Healing

The Inflammatory ResponsenWhenever injuries to muscles, ligaments, or tendons occur, a sequence of events that initiates healing begins at the cellular and biochemical levels. This inflammatory response is protective and restorative, as it allows the body to repair itself. When inflammation becomes excessive or uncontrolled, though, delayed healing and chronic inflammation can cause pain. A variety of supplements and herbs are available to help control excessive inflammation

Primary topic: Nutrition
Nutrition
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSAug 6, 20071 topic

Healthy Weight Control For Children: Habits to Help Your Child Lose Weight the Healthy Way

Childhood ObesitynApproximately twenty-five percent of children and teenagers in the United Sates are obese. In spite of the significant adverse effects that obesity can have on health, many parents find dealing with obesity in childhood difficult and figure it can be dealt with later. Childhood weight problems often carry over into adulthood, leading to chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease. Worse, these formerly “adult” diseases are now increasingly being

Primary topic: Child Development
Child Development
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSAug 6, 20071 topic

Swimmer's Shoulder: Prevention and Rehabilitation

Competitive swimmers train an average of ten to twenty thousand yards per day. At eight to ten arm cycles per twenty-five yards, this leads to nearly one million shoulder rotations per week. It’s no wonder studies have shown the lifetime incidence of shoulder injury in competitive swimmers is over 70%. nnThe most common shoulder injury incurred in swimmers is “swimmer’s shoulder.” This syndrome is a combination of any of the following: rotator cuff or bicipital tendon

Primary topic: Health Education
Health Education
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSJul 10, 20071 topic

Nutrition for Cancer Prevention

It’s a known fact that fruits and vegetables are essential to a healthy diet, because they are filled with antioxidants: substances or nutrients in our foods that can prevent or slow damage to our body. When our cells use oxygen, they naturally produce free radicals, by-products which can cause damage. Antioxidants act as "free radical scavengers," preventing and repairing damage. Health problems such as cancer are caused by oxidative damage. Researchers are busy discoverin

Primary topic: Nutrition
Nutrition
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSJul 10, 20071 topic

Non-Migraine Headaches

One of the most common types of pain is a headache. Many people resort to over-the counter medications to relieve their headache, instead of trying to eliminate the cause of it. Twenty-seven percent of patients with headaches seek alternative forms of therapy, with the most common being chiropractic care. Below is an overview of the most common forms of non-migraine headaches. (For information on migraine headaches, please see the article “What is a Migraine Headache?”)nn

Primary topic: Health Education
Health Education
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSJul 10, 20071 topic

Natural Approaches to Prostate Health

What is the Prostate?nThe prostate is a walnut-sized sex gland in men that secretes a fluid that forms part of the semen. It surrounds the neck of the bladder and the urethra. Most men will suffer some form of prostate disease sometime in their lifetime. In fact, among men in their seventies and eighties, the rate of prostatic disease may be as high as 90%. The exact reasons for prostatic disease are unknown, but tissue inflammation and an imbalance of male sex hormones are s

Primary topic: Natural Health
Natural Health
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSJun 26, 20071 topic

Healthy Eating Starts at Home

In the quest to lose weight, it is often too easy to get involved in difficult, hard-to-keep- track-of diet plans, and overlook the simple steps you can take in your life to eat healthier, and consequently, lose weight. There are many simple steps you can take at home to allow you and your family to eat better. The most important change most Americans need to keep in mind is to eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains (grains that are minimally processed or refined.) nnI

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss
Dieting and Weight Loss
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSJun 26, 20071 topic

Frequent Migraine Triggers

Migraines are headaches that are caused by a decreased blood flow to the brain and increased pressure on the blood vessels. Although the exact mechanism of migraine headaches is not yet known, migraines are often triggered by particular lifestyle factors. Try to keep a diary of your own particular triggers. Knowing what to avoid can change your pattern of attacks. The triggers listed here are the most frequent ones that migraine sufferers should pay attention to.nnFood Trigge

Primary topic: Medical Advice and Resources
Medical Advice and Resources
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSJun 26, 20071 topic

So What's the Buzz About Core Strengthening?

Recently, everyone in the exercise and fitness industry seems to be talking about core strengthening. Your body’s core—the area around your trunk and pelvis—is where your center of gravity is located. It is the nexus of all your body’s movements. A strong core gives you:n•Increased protection and bracing for your back.n•Controlled movements, especially when reacting to changes in direction.n•A solid base for all bodily movements.n•Better posture.nnThe main mus

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise
Fitness and Exercise
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSJun 26, 20071 topic

Choosing a Mattress

The right mattress can significantly contribute to decreased back and neck pain, and increase the ability to feel rested after a good night’s sleep. Using the wrong mattress can cause general aches and pains, aggravate any pre-existing pain, and lead to sleeplessness. nnMany patients ask us, “What is the best mattress to buy?” Unfortunately, there has not been extensive medical research or controlled clinical trials on the topic of mattresses and back pain. (Claims that

Primary topic: Health Education
Health Education
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSJun 20, 20071 topic

Conquering Cravings

64% of the population is either overweight or obese. The majority of these people know they need to lose weight—telling them they have to drop a few pounds is just re-inventing the wheel. What they need is help in knowing how to lose weight effectively. One of the keys to effective weight loss is knowing how to overcome cravings for unhealthy foods. Research has shown that our brains are as vulnerable to food addiction as they are to drug addiction, and that the combination

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss
Dieting and Weight Loss
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSJun 20, 20071 topic

Choosing Nutritional Supplements Wisely

Recently, Consumer Labs, an independent testing agency, did a random test of 32 over-the-counter (OTC) supplements. Of these 32, only ten met the claims on their labels for what they contained and the amounts that they claimed were in their supplements. In its study, Consumer Labs also found: one female multi-vitamin contaminated with 15.3 micrograms of lead per serving; a children’s multi-vitamin that contained 216% of the amount of Vitamin A it claimed to have; 3 multi-vi

Primary topic: Nutrition
Nutrition
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSJun 20, 20071 topic

Chiropractic Care for Seniors

One of the unfortunate effects of our golden years is suffering from age-related disorders. Some of these problems include irregular gait, poor balance, joint pain and stiffness, decreased strength and endurance, loss of muscle and bone mass, and an impaired healing rate. nnSome important statistics:n· 1/3 of all seniors will have a serious fall at sometime in the remainder of their lives. n· Iatrogenic death (death caused by being in a hospital or as a side effect of a med

Primary topic: Alternative Medicine
Alternative Medicine
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSJun 20, 20071 topic

Battling the Common Cold

What is known as the common cold is actually one of over 200 possible viruses. The average adult gets two to three colds per year. Most people have suffered from the stuffy noses, runny noses, and sore throats that go along with the cold season. Since colds are causes by viruses, they must simply be allowed to run their course. There are some options that can help you get through the symptoms, though.nnOver the counter medicationsnMost cold medications are “shotgun” remed

Primary topic: Herbal Remedies and Herbs
Herbal Remedies and Herbs
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By Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSJun 20, 20071 topic

Backpack Safety

A recent study by the American Chiropractic Association indicates that school children are overloading their backs with backpacks, and some are suffering permanent problems as a result. Heavy loads can cause painful neck and back problems and injuries for students who don’t pack or carry their backpacks properly. With children returning to school soon, the time is right to make sure your child is not doing damage to his or her spine while toting their books to and fro.n nFi

Primary topic: Health Education
Health Education
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