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This Video Could Change Your Life

Posted by on Feb 13, 2012 in Health | 0 comments

This nine minute video describes the one thing all of us to do daily to get the biggest healt benefit.  To view the video simply follow this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUaInS6HIGo

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5-minute Break

Posted by on Jan 16, 2012 in Exercise, Health, Personal Training, Uncategorized, Weight Loss | 0 comments

You burn a meaningful amount of calories by taking several 5 minute breaks throughout the day.  During a minute of exercise you will burn between 6-10 calories depending on your body type.  So consider that by even taking the minimum of 6 calories for 5 minutes is 30 calories and by doing this three times per day you c0uld burn 90 calories and every day each week would mean 630 calories! If you aren’t all about the numbers there are many other benefits to getting bursts of exercise in throughout your day.   It helps relieve stress and...

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New Year’s Resolutions: Turning Pipe Dreams to Reality

Posted by on Jan 4, 2012 in Exercise, Health, Lifestyle & Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition, Personal Training, Weight Loss | 0 comments

Many of us use the start of the New Year to set goals to make major changes in our life. We want to lose weight, quit smoking, start exercising, achieve a pain free lifestyle, spend more time with loved ones, complete a home project, etc. Unfortunately, even as we set these high expectations and lofty goals we probably know that we won’t follow thru because we do the same thing every year without success. It is a good thing to set high and lofty goals. The big secret is knowing how to achieve them. When we set out to achieve a big thing...

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A Lesson a Week for a Lifetime of Health

Posted by on Dec 14, 2011 in Exercise, Health, Lifestyle & Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition, Personal Training, Weight Loss | 0 comments

We are excited to bring a 12-week fitness and nutrition program to our office. Our personal trainer and Weight Management Consultant, Lisa Moellering is presenting her successful LEAN (Living Everyday Actively & Nutritiously) program to our patients and friends. The 12-week LEAN program gives you motivation, direction, and guidance you need to live everyday actively and nutritiously. This educative and progressive program will: Provide you with weekly support and tools that will help with your success when planning for lasting health...

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Sleep? Who Needs It?

Posted by on Dec 5, 2011 in Health, Lifestyle & Nutrition Counseling | 0 comments

We all need a sufficient amount of sleep to be our best. During this time of year you may feel like skimping on a few hours of sleep in order to get some extra things done during your day. Not a good idea! If you are getting enough sleep, you should feel energetic and alert all day long. You are going to need that energy during the holiday season! It’s not just about energy but also your immune system, mental alertness, metabolism, cardiovascular health, and your body weight. Most healthy adults need between 7.5 and 9 hours of sleep...

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Need a Boost?

Posted by on Nov 28, 2011 in Health, Lifestyle & Nutrition Counseling | 0 comments

I have learned that lemon balm is a naturally calming herb that has been used for years to treat melancholy and depression. It has also helped enhance alertness, sharpen focus, and strengthen memory for many people over many years. If you need a boost in your mood, lemon balm might just do the trick. It is the perfect time of year to try lemon balm. Not only does it help battle depression, keep your mind sharp, and put you in a good mood, it is rich in antioxidants, helps treat and prevent cold sores, and supports immunity. It’s all...

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22nd Annual Charity Participation Day

Posted by on Nov 9, 2011 in Chiropractic Care, Uncategorized | 0 comments

Dear Patients and Friends, We are inviting you to help us help the community this holiday season. On Saturday, November 26th we will perform all chiropractic services in our office for a donation of 2 or more canned goods or nonperishable food items. Not only does this cover regular office visits but also all new patient services including examination and neccessary X-Rays. This is a great way to introduce your friends or family to the same benefits you have received through chiropractic care without any cost or obligation. The holiday...

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Maintain Your Waistline Through the Holidays!

Posted by on Oct 19, 2011 in Exercise, Health, Lifestyle & Nutrition Counseling, Weight Loss | 0 comments

The most fattening time of the year is upon us.  Holiday parties, festivities, treats at work, and lots of food!  How are you going to fit into your jeans in January?  You have to give yourself a pep talk now so you can prepare yourself mentally to be strong enough to resist too many of the sabotaging foods.  Remind yourself of all the wonderful reasons you want to be healthy throughout the season and in years to come.  Imagine yourself in February putting on the belt that still fits perfectly.  Remember the feeling you have when you are...

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When and What to Eat?

Posted by on Oct 12, 2011 in Health, Lifestyle & Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition, Weight Loss | 0 comments

There is so much information going around about what food is good for you, what food is bad for you, what foods you should never eat, what foods you can eat to lose weight faster, and so on. It doesn’t hurt to listen or read about these foods but in the end you have to do what is best for your body and mind. Pay attention to how you feel when you eat too much sugar.  Are you so hungry shortly after a sugary meal that is causes you to eat more than you should?  Save the sugary treats for exactly that, a treat. Refrain from treating...

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What is a GMO? Can They Be Avoided?

Posted by on Oct 7, 2011 in Health, Lifestyle & Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition | 0 comments

GMO stands for “genetically modified organism”, which is a plant or animal whose DNA has been changed in a lab. The DNA molecules from different sources are combinded into one molecule to create a new set of genes. Those genes are then transferred into an organism, giving it modified genes. The most well known form of GMO’s are those used to protect crops. The USA is the largest commercial grower of genetically modified crops in the world. Many of the foods we eat contain GMO’s. Can you avoid genetically...

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