How to Improve Your Posture for a Healthy Spine and Better Health
Looking to improve your posture? Here are our best tips on how to improve your spine health. If someone’s ever told you to stand up straight or if you have ever looked in a mirror and noticed that you look a little slouched, you may be suffering from bad posture. Poor posture can make you […]
How to Make Ghee: Butter Made Better
Ghee is butter made better. To make it, butter is clarified to perfection that releases even more of its many health benefits. Ghee is considered medicinal in Indian Ayurvedic medicine, which predates Chinese medicine and is gaining popularity in the western modern world. It’s expensive to buy ghee from a health food store, and you don’t […]
How to Sculpt your Shoulders for Summer
It’s not too late to improve how you look and feel in your summer clothes, specifically bathing suits, tank tops, and sleeveless dresses for the ladies. A summer wardrobe means baring the shoulders to the world, making this the perfect time to sculpt your shoulders with deltoid exercises. The deltoids are the smallest major muscle […]
Wellness Care vs. Medical Care: What Chiropractors Look at First
Many people associate chiropractic care with back and neck pain. Period. While AlignLife Chiropractors are experts at helping people find relief from neck and back pain, it isn’t the only thing we do. We also focus on overall wellness. That’s because we understand your spine health plays a much bigger role in how your body […]
5 Foods that Help Destroy Mucus & Clear a Stuffy Nose
Get relief from seasonal allergies by adding these five mucus fighting foods to your diet. Allergy season is here again! That makes learning how to find relief from sinus pressure, itchy eyes, and mucus a top priority for many seasonal allergy sufferers. Thankfully, you don’t have to reach for those over-the-counter medications and prescription drugs […]
10 Health Benefits of Walking
The health benefits of walking add up as quickly as the steps you take, making it a great daily exercise for beginners, athletes and more! Walking and hiking have been growing in popularity as a way to get moving for years. Perhaps one of the best reasons it is so popular is that it’s free […]
6 Tips to Spring Clean Your Pantry
As a busy working mom of three, I spend much of my time keeping track of appointments, deadlines and making sure I’m on top of my family’s busy schedules. While I can manage our comings and goings like a champ, I do find it challenging to stay on top of the organizational aspects of our […]
Buckwheat Pancakes
Is today’s wheat making you gain weight? The genetically altered wheat of today acts as an opiate in our bodies. This can cause anyone who eats it on a regular basis to pack in an extra 440 calories a day. That’s why going gluten-free may be a good choice for you! Keep reading to find […]
10 Healthy Habits to Stop & Prevent Low Back Pain
Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people visit their doctor. In fact, this year alone, it is estimated more than half of the adult population will be affected by low back pain, and more than ten percent will deal with frequent bouts of it. That’s why we’re unpacking everything you need […]
Is a Dropped Arch Causing You Pain & Fatigue?
Low back pain is one of the leading causes of missed work for Americans. This really doesn’t come as a surprise though. Studies show that around 50% of working Americans admit to having back pain symptoms each year. And, 80% of adults in America will experience low back pain at some point in their life. […]
5 At-Home Exercises to Help with Low Back Pain
Low back pain is one of the top reasons people go to the doctor. It’s also usually in the top five complaints that send people to the ER. The fact is there’s a better solution… especially during a time when people are trying to avoid unnecessary emergency room visits. A quick chat with your local […]
How to Get Neck Pain Relief Without Pain Pills
Neck pain isn’t something you have to live with. Yet, millions of people wake up, grab a couple of Tylenol or another NSAID pain reliever, and try to go about their day. Some people, if the pain gets really intense, even resort to expensive diagnostic testing and surgery to help them find relief. Thankfully, there […]
Natural Ways to Beat Spring Allergies
Ahhh, spring is in the air! Can you feel it? If you’re one of over 25 million Americans, you’re definitely “feeling” it… stuffy nose, tight chest, itchy watery eyes, relentless sneezing. Oh, the beauty of spring (and seasonal allergies). While allergy medications can help, they come with a host of side effects that either leave […]
Healthy Roasted Garlic Parmesan Carrots
Young or old, picky eater or willing-to-try anything, these roasted garlic parmesan carrots are a win for any dinner table, family holiday, or as a dish to share with friends. The best part about it, this side dish is super simple to make and take no time to whip up. Just 5 minutes prep and […]
Chicken Avocado Salad with Roasted Asparagus
Fresh, salty, and oh-so-delicious are the makings of this delectable, healthy grilled chicken salad. Plus, its ingredients are packed with amazing health benefits and three foods listed on the Clean Fifteen list. Here are a few reasons we’re loving this filling, nutrition-packed dish: Asparagus is a natural diuretic and a great source of nutrients, including […]
Fall in Love with Omega-3 for a Healthy Heart, Body, and Mind
Good fat. In today’s society, it seems like a contradiction of terms. But when talking about essential nutrients, it’s become synonymous with Omega-3 fatty acids, and they’re known for packing a punch when it comes to giving your body the nutrients it needs! These essential fatty acids not only help you boost your heart health, […]
How Stress Affects Your Health & How Chiropractic Can Help
Modern life is full of pressure, stress, and frustration. Thankfully, regular chiropractic adjustments can help relieve stress and tension in the body. Worrying about your job security, being overworked, driving in rush-hour traffic, arguing with your spouse – all these create stress. According to a 2020 survey by the American Psychology Association, 78 percent of Americans are […]
Understanding Heart Health and Warning Signs to Look For
Heart health combines many factors including blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and BMI. Let’s dive into how to get to your best level of heart health. Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women, causing one in four male deaths and one in five female deaths a year. While men’s health experts have […]
Why Avocado is Good for the Heart & Other Health Benefits
When it comes to health benefits, the avocado could be the crown jewel in a healthy, plant-centered diet, even though it’s a fruit, not a vegetable. Often ignored by weight watcher types because of its high-fat content, avocado’s high and complete protein content makes it a great heart-healthy option and can also help you lose […]
