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Sep
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Jody Braverman | COMMENTS (0) |
Not all exercise is created equally. If you really want to shed the pounds, try adding these exercises into your workout.
Aug
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Include these five foods in your daily diet to help fight the effects of stress on the body.
Aug
25th | |
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Add these three poses to your yoga practice for optimal daily detoxification.
Aug
19th | |
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Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners often administer herbs in conjunction with acupuncture treatment. Gingko, kava kava, saw palmetto, and reishi are some of the most commonly used.
Aug
17th | |
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Throw out your harsh chemical shampoos and opt for an all-natural alternative. Your hair will thank you.
Aug
10th | |
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The amount of environmental toxins we are exposed to every day requires that we do more to detoxify our bodies on a regular basis. Include these foods in your daily diet for a detox boost.
Aug
5th | |
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Red ginseng looks like a human body with appendages, which is why ancient healers believed it helped heal the body. Weird, but science shows it works.
Aug
5th | |
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Razor burn hurts, but you're not going to stop shaving, are you? Cool the burn with these home remedies.
Jul
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Cosmetic procedures offer a quick, painless way to get rid of age spots on the face, but they can be expensive. If you don't have a lot of cash, you can use ingredients you may already have at home.
Jul
21st | |
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Supplementing diet and exercise with herbal weight loss remedies might be just the push you need to lose those last ten pounds.
Jul
15th | |
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Magnets are not only good for sticking photos on your refrigerator; they can also help relieve pain and depression and aid in chemotherapy.
Jul
13th | |
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We tend to take posture for granted, not realizing that poor posture can lead to spinal misalignment, low back pain and other conditions. Adding these two exercises into your daily workout will help improve your posture and protect against pain.
Jul
6th | |
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Good cardiovascular fitness lowers blood pressure and cholesterol levels and can help you feel better performing everyday tasks, or while playing your favorite sports; but it takes some time and training to improve it.
Jul
2nd | |
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Acupuncture attempts to identify the root causes of acne and treat both the causes and the symptoms in a highly individualized treatment plan.
Jun
29th | |
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Whether due to advancing age or Alzheimer's disease, studies have shown that these supplements can help improve memory and protect against further memory loss.
Jun
25th | |
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The ancient technique of massaging pressure points in the feet can help relieve back pain.
Jun
22nd | |
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While results are not as dramatic as those of a true surgical facelift, facial rejuvenation with cosmetic acupuncture is cost-effective, non-invasive and offers real results.
Jun
15th | |
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After pregnancy, most new moms are eager to get their stomachs back into shape quickly. But going to the gym and doing a lot of crunches isn't effective or healthy.
Jun
10th | |
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Long before there was Western medicine, complex surgical procedures and giant pharmaceutical companies, ancient civilizations treated illness and disease with all-natural herbs.
Jun
9th | |
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In addition to seeing your chiropractor regularly, you can protect the health of your spine by practicing a few simple exercises at home.
Jun
3rd | |
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Unlike cosmetic surgery, which often includes costly and invasive procedures, acupuncture gently and gradually stimulates the body's own healing response to eliminate scar tissue.
Jun
1st | |
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Over time, poor posture can cause a host of structural and alignment problems, leading to chronic pain. Correct your poor posture and eliminate pain with a few simple exercises.
May
27th | |
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Tui Na is a centuries-old form of Chinese massage that is used to bring the body into balance and eliminate pain and illness.
May
25th | |
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Short, shallow breathing can lead to a host of maladies, including back pain. Practice deep breathing on a regular basis to create more space in your spine, and more space in your life.
May
13th | |
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Losing weight is hard enough - harder if you feel hungry all the time. Here are some tips for controlling the hunger monster and losing the pounds.
May
11th | |
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If you have a lot of tension in the neck, shoulders, and upper back, you could benefit from a regular program of neck strengthening and stretching exercises.
May
3rd | |
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We are constantly blasted with new information about weight loss fads and trendy diets, but how do we figure out what works and what's just hype? The truth is, there are a few simple tried-and-true guidelines when it comes to effective weight loss that do...
Apr
30th | |
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Middle Eastern tabouleh, made with bulgar, is not only delicious and easy to make, but it is also known to prevent cancer and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Apr
27th | |
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Taking better care of yourself results in less dependence on doctors and prescription medications.
Apr
23rd | |
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Even if you’re not feeling stressed out, taking preventative measures can help you deal better with stress when it hits, lessening its harmful effects.
Apr
16th | |
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Stress can be a killer. Although some stress can be good, taking steps to lower unhealthy stress can improve your health and quality of life dramatically.
Apr
14th |  |
Dr. Vivian Ledesma | COMMENTS (0) |
Whiplash is almost always treatable through non-surgical procedures and is a good candidate for chiropractic care.
Apr
9th | |
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For long- and short-term pain management, alternative therapies like massage and acupuncture may be a more attractive alternative to costly--and dangerous--medications.
Apr
5th | |
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Millions of Americans seek acupuncture each year for help in the treatment of a host of ailments. Now many are seeking the ancient Chinese medicine for help with weight loss.
Mar
30th | |
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The final part in this series looks at consistency, and how to stick to an exercise plan to strengthen and stretch the muscles of the back to keep them healthy.
Mar
24th | |
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Stretching is just as important as strength when it comes to a healthy back. In fact, if you only strengthen the muscles and neglect to stretch them, the muscles can become very tight, limiting mobility and even leading to further injury.
Mar
19th | |
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When you have pain anywhere in the body, the first inclination is to rest. In some cases, that’s good medicine, but when it comes to back pain—the mild, chronic type that so many of us endure—rest is, in fact, contraindicated.
Mar
16th | |
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Acupuncture addresses the root cause of seasonal allergies, instead of just treating the symptoms.
Mar
9th | |
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Massage can help release the lymphatic blockages that are the cause of many moderate to severe conditions.
Mar
5th | |
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A recent survey shows that chiropractic is the best option for low back pain, beating traditional medical care in effectiveness and rate of recovery.
Mar
3rd | |
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Studies show that prenatal massage can be helpful in treating and alleviating many of the more uncomfortable pregnancy related issues, including hormonal changes, nerve pain, and swelling.
Feb
26th | |
Dr. Vivian Ledesma | COMMENTS (0) |
Good nutrition helps build healthy muscles and bones to support your spine and fight off back pain and problems.
Feb
23rd | |
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Although breathing is an involuntary action, we have more control over it than we think. The quality of our breath can make a big difference in our overall well being and the health of the spine.
Feb
19th | |
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If Western treatments for insomnia aren't working for you, acupuncture could be the answer to your sleepless nights.
Feb
16th | |
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The effects of stress are more than skin deep. Chronic stress could be affecting the alignment of your spine.
Feb
11th |  |
Kathleen Bundy | COMMENTS (0) |
Promoting Optimum Wellness: Living and Eating to Naturally Reduce Pain, Balance your Immune
System, and Prevent Chronic Disease and Premature Aging
Feb
9th | |
Dr. Vivian Ledesma | COMMENTS (0) |
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a weekend warrior, massage can help improve your performance and recovery.
Feb
4th | |
Kathleen Bundy | COMMENTS (1) |
Cooking Techniques and Tips for Tasty and Healthy Meals
Jan
27th | |
Dr. Vivian Ledesma | COMMENTS (0) |
Come to our free open house and learn about our program that allows 3-7lb per week of weight loss. 
Jan
16th | |
Dr. Vivian Ledesma | COMMENTS (0) |
Why be hungry and grumpy when you can be satisfied as you lose weight and the inches melt away.
Dec
17th | |
Kathleen Bundy | COMMENTS (0) |
Your simple guide to healthy options and mindful eating when surrounded by sweets, treats, and holiday parties!
May
14th |  |
Jennifer Johnson LMT | COMMENTS (0) |
Are you feeling the shift in the air? A new year brings new hopes, new dreams. This is a year of a turn inwards to truly care for the things and ideals we value most. This is a year to move, to stretch, to dance, to sing!
May
14th |  |
Dr. Dawn Smallwood | COMMENTS (0) |
Trigger Point Therapy: I love it and use it often in my Seattle Treatment Massage practice. Why? Because it is quite effective in helping with immediate relief of pain in trigger points.
What is a Trigger Point?A Trigger Point is not the same as an acu...
May
12th | |
Dr. Vivian Ledesma | COMMENTS (1) |
It's been 15 years since Dr. Vivian Ledesma began practicing chiropractic in Wallingford. Her office has grown to include a second fulltime chiropractor, two massage therapists and an acupuncturist. From the personable staff to the efficient accounting de...
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