7 Ways to Detox & Balance Hormones
Research has proven body toxins can interfere with key body functions causing hormone imbalances and impacting the body’s ability to lose or maintain a healthy weight. Here’s how to detox your body and balance your hormones to help you reach your health goals. Do you feel like you’re on a never-ending hamster wheel when it […]
10 Clean Eating Tips for Beginners
Popular diets like The Paleo Diet, The Mediterranean Diet, and Whole 30 all have one main thing in common: clean eating. Here’s why along with some easy tips to get you started. If you are watching your weight or managing a chronic illness, you likely know that diet plays a big role in your achieving […]
The Power of Functional Nutrition: What You Need to Know
Functional foods help you overcome health issues faster than standard nutrition “diets” alone and benefit the whole body. If you’ve ever felt revived after eating a wholesome chicken soup, you’ve experienced the power of food as medicine. But food can heal much more than the common cold! At AlignLife, our functional nutritionists put the healing […]
Can You Sweat Out Body Toxins?
Check out these five proven workouts to help your body sweat out toxins and function at its best level of health. The Romans, Turks, Native Americans, and Scandinavians all have something in common: they use sweating as a healing practice. Today, sweating is still considered a restorative practice. From sweat-inducing workouts to saunas and steam rooms, […]
7 Reasons to Try Acupuncture for Back Pain
Finding lasting relief for back pain can be, well, a pain. Thankfully, an ancient practice with a modern evidence base could offer a new solution: acupuncture. Acupuncture uses tiny needles strategically placed along energetic meridians (similar to our circulatory and nerve pathways) to relieve pain and promote healing. Along with chiropractic care, acupuncture is one of […]
Egg Frittata with Mushrooms & Red Pepper Recipe
We love recipes that you can easily twist and change to make your own. It’s safe to say this egg frittata recipe falls firmly in this category and is oh-so-delicious! Packed with protein for a hearty breakfast, lunch, snack or dinner (no one puts eggs in a corner), you can eat this egg frittata warm, […]
Healthy Apple Chicken Kabobs Recipe
If you’re looking to shake up your dinner routine with something that’s both flavorful and fun to make, these Chicken Apple Kabobs are the way to go! This Sweet and Spicy Chicken Apple Kabob recipe is the perfect blend of juicy chicken and crisp, sweet apples, all kicked up a notch with a zesty marinade. […]
Acupuncture for Headaches & Migraines: How it Works
From tension headaches to full-blown migraines, head pain is one of the most common reasons people rely on over-the-counter painkillers or other pharmaceuticals just to get through the day. But what if you could find relief from your throbbing head – and get rid of headaches for good – without using medication? We’re happy to […]
15 Holiday Stress Busters that Help You Destress and Smile
Ever get stressed just thinking about the holidays? You’re not alone! With all the added demands – the extra cooking, shopping, cleaning, and celebrations – the holidays can push even the most accomplished host beyond what they can handle. On top of that, continued levels of high stress or chronic stress can make you sick! That’s […]
Valerian Root vs. Melatonin: Which is Better for Sleep?
Ever wondered if valerian root or melatonin is better for sleep? Here’s a breakdown on the benefits of both. Having trouble sleeping? Before you reach for an over-the-counter sleeping pill, a natural remedy could give you respite without the unwanted side effects. In the world of natural sleep aids, there are two key players: valerian […]
