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n Many people believe that simply restricting calories and exercising more are all that are needed to lose weight. But what do you do when these things may not be enough?  The first 15-20 pounds comes off pretty quickly, but then things start to come to a screeching halt which quickly drains our interest in […]

n Tired of trying to medicate your pain with medication?  You are not alone. The American Academy of Pain Medicine reports that in the U.S., more people suffer from chronic pain than from heart disease, cancer and diabetes combined. Low back pain is not only the leading type of chronic pain that people suffer with,

nnHave you been suffering with headaches?  Is this normal?  Are over-the-counter pain medications the answer to these annoying nuisances?  Here’s a simple checklist to identify possible underlying causes and possible solutions to correct the problem.nnTo begin with, it is important to understand that there are many different causes or triggers for headaches, as well as

nnWhat steps can you take to avoid dementia or Alzheimer’s?nnThat’s a great question and one that should be taken very seriously. Unfortunately, there are no readily available tests to determine if someone will develop dementia or Alzheimer’s. It is not until symptoms show up that any type of diagnosis can be made, and at that

nnWe are often told by our doctors or other healthcare professionals, to make sure you put your sunscreen on before venturing outdoors and to avoid any exposure to the sun in order to reduce the likelihood of skin cancer. A major study was just published in The Journal of Internal Medicine which should make us

nnSpring is in the air, and so is the pollen. In our area, orange blossoms are filling the air with their sweet aroma. For some people, this is very pleasant, for others, it is an immediate reminder that sniffling, sneezing, itchy eyes, and an itchy throat are on the way. This is good news if

When it comes to brain health and function, the old adage “You are what you eat” definitely applies. n Healthy Fats Your brain is the fattest organ in your body, consisting of at least 60% fat. An integral part of promoting a healthy brain is getting plenty of good fats. A recent study demonstrated when

People suffering from cervicogenic hearing loss and neck pain were divided into two groups for treatment. 45 people received intravenous medications dexamethasone and methycobal for a period, and another 45 people received chiropractic care for a 10 day period. After treatment, the chiropractic group posted greater audiometry gains and a substantial reduction in neck pain