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It’s a question many people ask themselves. Either we struggle to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up feeling haggard in the mornings. Most people turn to pharmaceutical solutions only to encounter more problems down the road due to side effects and unforeseen issues. If sleep is a natural process of the body, there must be a natural solution. Most of the time, insomnia is actually caused by a disruption in the function…
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Our relationship to health is mistreated and lacking. Think about it. Many people struggle with chronic symptoms of fatigue, insomnia, any fluctuation in weight, pain, and more. Yet as we seek help from the conventional medical community, we walk into sterile environments and wait in uncomfortable chairs. We fill out impersonal forms and then sit on paper sheets that crinkle and echo throughout the room. Going to see the doctor is a chore, and…
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How many times have you said to yourself, “I’m tired and I don’t know why?” Even after visiting your doctor and running blood work and physical tests, you leave without answers. Fatigue and a lack of energy is a symptom that causes even more problems, including stress, anxiety, brain fog, mood swings, reduced mental focus, and more. But negative test results don’t always tell the whole story. Symptoms like fatigue also stem from chronic disorders…
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Diabetes is an illness that affects millions of Americans. In 2017, the National Diabetes Statistics Report stated there were 30.3 million people in the United States living with diabetes. 90-95% of these people have type 2 diabetes. As a result of type 2 diabetes, the body becomes unable to properly use the insulin it produces. Factors such as being overweight and not physically active can cause type 2 diabetes. Here are some symptoms to look…
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For an athlete, there is nothing worse than being benched midseason. The problem is that many people who participate in sports are so focused on becoming better at the sport they play that they forget that you must work the whole body to enhance performance. When it comes to sports injuries, the weakest link is the one that does the most harm. To prevent sports injuries, try these tips and tricks to remain injury-free! #1…
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Breast cancer is something that almost every woman worries about. The best way to catch cancer early is to properly screen for it. Did you know there are options aside from the traditional method of a mammogram? Another option for breast screening is thermography. Different from a mammogram, thermography as a single test is extremely accurate in identifying breast cancer in women ages 30 to 55. Thermography can detect abnormalities anywhere from 8 to 10…
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Hormone levels fluctuate in both men and women throughout their lives. This can be caused by aging, although other issues can contribute as well. Here are a few things you should know about hormonal balance: Benefits of Having Balanced Hormones Having balanced hormones will help you to feel more energized. When your hormones are at their appropriate levels, you will have more energy and feel more motivated to get active. Additionally, having balanced hormones will…
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If you are thinking about spinal surgery, you should consider spinal decompression therapy first. Spinal decompression involves laying on a table and allowing it to stretch out your back, which relieves the pressure on pinched nerves of the spinal column. Here are a few benefits of spinal decompression: Reverse Damage Caused by Poor Posture Many of us have a tendency of using poor posture which can cause damage to our spinal discs. Sitting up straight…
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Functional medicine is a practical approach to health care. As a functional medicine practitioner, we believe that it is important to find out what is causing the problem first. This way the issue can be treated from the ground up. Here are a few benefits of this approach: Works Well with Chronic Health Conditions It can be difficult to treat chronic health conditions. However, functional medicine practitioners are well prepared to treat issues such as…
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Diabetes has an impact on millions of Americans and is one of the only diseases that people are sent home to manage day by day. It’s important to realize that diabetes can affect every decision in someone’s life. Stand with us in November – National Diabetes Awareness Month – as we raise awareness about diabetes the natural way. Did you know? The most common type of diabetes is Type 2 Diabetes (NIDDK). Gestational Diabetes, which develops…
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