Kate Downes is a wellness writer with a passion for educating and empowering others in their own health. In addition to writing, Kate is also an acupuncturist and Eastern medicine practitioner (MSAOM). Her work has been published by wellness groups in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
Over 1.5 million people suffer an osteoporosis-related bone break or fracture each year – but you don’t have to be one of them. While bone loss and the occasional fracture may seem like “just another sign of aging,” you have more power of the strength and integrity of your bones than you may think! Here we’ll share…
Are the nutrition facts on your cereal box or favorite foods lying to you? That may sound like a silly question, but between food additives, hidden ingredients, and baseless marketing lingo on food packaging and nutrition labels, it’s not such a far-fetched idea. The truth is, most people struggle to eat healthy because they don’t…
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…
Are you hoping to make it out of the holiday season without feeling stuffed like a turkey or passing for Santa? For those of us who struggle with belly bloat, but don’t want to miss out on the traditions and treats that make the holidays special, that might seem like a tall order. But, with…
There’s no denying it – the pounding, throbbing, aching pain of a headache or migraine can make even the toughest of us cry out for relief. But before you suffer through the pain or reach for those pain relievers, why not take a more comfortable, natural route? There are many ways to treat headaches naturally,…
Is there a secret to getting more energy? Just walk down your local grocery store’s beverage aisle and you’ll find endless “secret formulas” and quick fixes promising to help you power through your day with ease. The truth is, there is no quick fix for healthy all-day energy. While coffee, energy drinks, and sugary snacks…
Does your child have trouble focusing in school? Do you find it hard to keep their attention at home? Do they feel like their brain is a big cloud of confusion? Children want to learn and participate, but issues like brain fog and focus issues can sabotage their every effort. Thankfully, chiropractic can help!…
Those in search of the fountain of youth are always looking for the latest anti-aging techniques and supplements. In recent years, the natural protein collagen has caught our attention as a potential secret to staying forever young. Some claim that collagen can restore the skin’s youthful luster and making us look – and feel – years…
It’s just like clockwork. When 2PM rolls around, you’re struggling to keep your eyes open, your mood turns sour, and you have the irresistible craving to close your eyes, just for a minute. You muster every ounce of energy you have just to finish a simple email, and are desperately searching for something sweet in…
Healthy sleep patterns and habits give your body superpowers. Yet for many of us, it’s the first thing to go when life gets messy or we want to get ahead of our to-do list. But we don’t really need that much sleep, right? Not quite. Unfortunately, skipping sleep in the short term is a poor…