The human body needs vitamin D in order to build strong muscles and bones. When the body does not get enough vitamin D, it is not able to absorb calcium effectively. This makes it very important for good bone health. Children who do not get adequate vitamin D develop rickets, a condition that causes weak…

Yoga hasn’t taken the world by storm, but it has gained steadily in popularity in the last decade. Originally developed thousands of years ago, the practice of breathing, posing, and stretching offers a variety of important health benefits. Reduced stress and blood pressure, increased flexibility and stamina, greater balance, and a better understanding of breathing…

If you have ever had to deal with the pain of whiplash you know how it can impact every aspect of your life. Daily tasks can be painful or even impossible to carry out. Even milder cases can make it difficult to turn your head from side to side. Whiplash can cause chronic pain and…

We all know and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy weight. Some individuals do quite nicely at managing their pounds with seemingly little effort, while other struggle constantly. A recent study by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 78 million American adults suffer from obesity. A person who has sustained…

What you are about to read was written by BJ Palmer, DC, PhC a very, very long time ago. It still resonates with every principled Upper Cervical Chiropractor I know and I want to share it with you because if you get the big idea, all else follows! The Big Idea – by BJ Palmer,…

If you are pregnant and have back pain, you are not alone. An estimated 50 to 70 percent of women who are pregnant experience back pain, according to the American Pregnancy Association. While pregnancy and childbirth is one of the most incredible experiences a woman can have, it is also very hard on her body.…

As summer gives way to fall, seasonal allergies can really get you down. Whether you have a few sniffles and some sneezing, or you are down for the count with every terrible allergy symptom known to man, it can make life pretty unbearable. There is no shortage of allergy medications on the market, but they…

Your mother always told you to stand up straight – and she was right. Good posture is very important. It is good for your health, your mood, and even how you are perceived by others. Good posture can help you stave off age related conditions and allow your vital organs plenty of room to do…

The case for walking in order to achieve better health is not new. Doctors and fitness experts have been touting its benefits for decades. When you walk, you engage more than 200 muscles – this includes your pelvis and spine. This makes it an exceptional complement to chiropractic treatment. However, if you aren’t convinced, these…

When we think of cheerleaders we usually think of pretty girls in colorful outfits, pom-poms in hand, cheering for their team. They are way more than that though. Cheerleaders are serious athletes. It has taken a while, but the public is finally starting to realize just how true this is. Data collected by the National…