Prenatal and pediatric chiropractic Rice Lake and Cumberland WI
Many of you have properly have heard of gluten and dairy free diets. You may have tried cutting these foods out of your diet or wondered if it is just another fad. Gluten and dairy foods consist of proteins that maybe reactive in the digestive track. These reactions vary from person to person, but may …
No matter the season there are a variety of allergens in our environment that cause our bodies to respond, sometimes more re-actively in the form of allergies. Typically, seasonal allergy symptoms include congestion, runny nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes. If you are curious if allergens are high, check out The Weather Channel’s allergy tracker. https://weather.com/forecast/allergy/l/USWI0588:1:USAllergens fluctuate based …
Pregnancy is a natural process that allows the female body to modify itself to create the proper environment for fetal growth and development. Our bodies are designed to carry and birth babies. However, pregnancy is commonly treated as an illness that requires a diagnosis or intervention for best outcomes. As natural health care providers, we …
The last post discussed how our nervous system interprets and handles different types of stress (physical, emotional, and chemical). There is a fine balance between our sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems (“Gas vs. Brake Pedal”), and how our body responds to stress. This week we are going to touch on the Vagus nerve, which acts …
One of our key focuses as a pediatric clinic is supporting the developing nervous system. As most parents, teachers, and health providers can attest there has been a drastic increase in the number of chronic pediatric conditions within in the past decade. Whether it be autism, ADHD, anxiety and depression, asthma, ear infections, or irritable …
Whether you are trying to conceive or are currently pregnant, providing your body with the essential nutrients is important for proper fetal development. Most mamas only take a prenatal vitamin and assume it will be enough to create a new life. However, one of leading causes of infertility is maternal nutritional deficiency. Let’s dive into …
February is heart health month, but it’s important to keep this subject on our minds year-round. Heart disease is the leading cause of death among Americans. You probably know someone who has suffered from heart disease. So let’s learn a bit more about your heart and learn five simple lifestyle tips to reduce your chance …
As a clinic that focuses on promoting and supporting women’s health at all ages, we encounter a variety of hormonal related issues such as: Regulating an irregular/painful period PMS Acne Difficulty conceiving and/or miscarriages Coping with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) Transitioning into menopause What do all of these issues have in common? Hormone imbalance between estrogen …
Our health is determined by two key factors, our genes and environment. Genes are the blue print for our body and its function. We inherit two copies of each gene from our parents. Although, we all have different backgrounds studies have found there to be little variation in the human genome, less than one percent. …
With cold and flu season running rampant, many patients are curious as to why their immune systems are “lessened,” “weak,” “cannot get over,” or “slow to respond to supplements or medications.” Which brings up an important discussion on what the immune system is, its function, and how our lifestyle impacts our overall health. The immune system …