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While 80% of people worldwide use supplements, only around 39% of American adults do. Are you wondering…Should I take multivitamins? Should I take fish oil? What are probiotics? In the midst of the pandemic, you may have also thought about natural health supplements to boost your immune system.
Natural health supplements can help your body in a number of ways. Keep reading to learn the benefits of fish oil, the benefits of multivitamins, and others as well as how to choose the right supplements for you.
Do you know someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia? Do you or someone you know experience anxiety and/or depression?
There are natural health supplements to boost your cognitive function and improve your memory. Magnesium is crucial to having a healthy brain, yet many Americans do not get the amount they need from their diet.
B-12 and Omega-3 found in fish oil are also important to brain health. Omega-3 fatty acids fight off depression as well.
Do you ever start feeling sick, maybe a tickle in your throat, and you don’t know what to do to stop it? Supplements from plants like echinacea and elderberry contain vitamins and antioxidants to help your immune system kick whatever is trying to bring you down.
Remember, all supplements are not created equal but high quality multi-vitamin helps keep your immune system at the top of its game as well.
Vitamins A, C, D, and E, zinc, fish oil, and collagen are all good for healthy skin. Whether you’re worried about aging, acne, or other conditions like atopic dermatitis, there is a supplement that will help give you the youthful glow you want.
There are several supplementations with anti-inflammatory properties to help improve or prevent conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or ulcerative colitis.
Curcumin, which is found in turmeric, has shown to reduce inflammation. Capsaicin found in hot peppers may reduce your body’s ability to feel pain. Green tea or green tea extract is also helpful in reducing inflammation.
From reducing the deposition of cholesterol to lowering blood pressure, natural supplements can improve your heart health. Taking things like flaxseed, garlic, and Ginkgo Biloba will keep your heart healthy.
Studies show that flax seeds reduce inflammation in the arteries. Garlic lowers blood pressure and helps treat high cholesterol and gets triglyceride levels in check. Most known to help with memory, it also improves circulation in patients suffering from coronary artery disease.
Now that you know the benefits of natural health supplements, which ones are you thinking about adding to your daily routine? Improve your health safely and naturally by researching which supplements would benefit your condition and learn the best way to get what you need.
We at Amazing Life Chiropractic and Wellness are dedicated to your overall health and wellness. We believe that “healthy” starts from the inside. Contact us to help you put together a wellness plan that will help you get to optimum health.
A whopping 16 million American adults deal with chronic back pain — that’s 8% of the population.
So, if you have an achy lower back, you’re certainly not the only one. And that’s good news if you’re seeking out remedies to help yourself. Those before you have found many methods for natural back pain relief.
Here are four restorative movements to try.
For this one, you will lay on the ground with your legs out straight. Bend your left knee and pull it in toward your chest, holding it in place with interlaced hands. Keep your right leg straight and your foot on the floor as you hold this position for 30 to 60 seconds.
Repeat this move on the right, then cycle through both stretches a few times for a well-rounded stretch. And, if you want to make it a little tougher, pull both knees in at once and hold the crunched position for 20 seconds.
If you have any familiarity with yoga, then you may know how to do cat-cow — it’s a great one to have in your arsenal if you’re looking for back stretches.
Roll over from your knee-to-chest stretch and get on all fours. Make sure your hands are on the ground directly beneath your shoulders.
Breathe out, and pull your belly button upward toward the ceiling. Imagine how a scared cat’s back looks — you want to mimic that curve.
When you breathe in, your belly will drop and your spine will relax. This is the cow portion of the stretch.
Repeat for ten rounds or more to really loosen up and relax your spine.
Interestingly, it might not just be your lower back that hurts. Research has shown that tight hamstrings can cause tension and pain in the lower back, too.
So, try the seat forward bend to reduce tension in your legs that could be pulling on the lower back.
Stay on the floor, but stretch your feet out in front of you so you’re seated in an L-shaped position. Then, grab a towel and wrap it around your feet with both ends in your hands.
Pull the towel and use it to help you bend your upper body closer to your legs. Keep your back straight, though. You should start to feel the stretch down the back of your legs.
Hold your bend for 30 seconds and repeat three times with half-minute breaks in between.
Sometimes, you’re the one performing the restorative movement. Other times, it’s a licensed professional manipulating your body and providing relief.
In this case, we’re obviously talking about the latter. Massage can reduce the pain and tension in your lower back. And it’s a low-impact treatment method — you’ll probably even find it relaxing.
Whether you get moving or get a massage, you will have signed up for natural back pain relief. But if you need further help to assuage your lower back pain, look no further than Restoration Fitness located in Mill Creek, WA. Request an appointment today and get started on your journey to a stronger, pain-free back.
1 in 3 adults exercise the suggested amount of time each week.
The typical workday contains an extreme amount of stress, especially if you have kids. People find themselves rushing to get to the office and returning with just enough time to make dinner and sleep.
The days always seem to get shorter, and we find ourselves with less time to exercise. However, exercise is the exact thing we need. Not only does it contribute to our health, but it also reduces our stress.
Below are 5 ways you can use exercise to manage your stress. Check it out to start working towards a little more peace in your life.
The hardest part of exercising is convincing yourself to do it. Once you truly learn how exercise can relieve stress and boost your mood, it won’t be as difficult to convince yourself.
The boosted mood you experience after exercising will give you a clearer headspace when approaching stressful tasks later in the day.
When stressed, it’s important to focus on the moment. This decreases our anxiety.
Focusing on physical activity allows your mind to be present. Give exercises like yoga and pilates a try if you’re struggling with mindfulness. Yoga is not only meditative, but it also builds amazing body strength.
Exercise is one of the best stress remedies and confidence boosters. No matter your exercise goals, you’ll start to feel better about your body once you introduce routine movement into your life.
If you’re looking to meet new people, try joining a local gym or workout group. You’ll be sure to run into friendly faces. Plus, the exercise journey gives everyone a common ground to discuss.
Our body uses endorphins to fight pain and feel good. By exercising, you’ll be naturally boosting your body’s endorphins. This is why most people feel a rush of excitement after a long workout.
Not knowing where to start is normal so we’re here to help.
If you want to get your blood pumping, try going for a jog. Running is a great way to get the blood and endorphins flowing through your body. You can also go for a brisk walk if you aren’t ready to run.
For a major challenge, try weight-lifting. Lifting weights is a great outlet for channeling negative emotions that you want to work through, and it builds your confidence.
Are you looking for something meditative? Try yoga because it relaxes your mind and builds body strength. You can also try hiking outdoors if you want to connect more with nature.
While exercising is great for many reasons, it’s important not to over-exercise. Over exercising creates an extreme strain on the body and mind. Exhaustion of the mind can lead to clouded decision-making and low motivation.
Give your muscles time to properly recover by sleeping well and indulging in relaxing activities, such as sitting in a sauna. Your mind will also appreciate the chance to clock-out for a bit.
As you can see, there are tons of stress-relieving benefits to exercise. Getting active is a great way to keep the body and mind healthy.
Go for a jog to start your day off on the right foot. Try yoga for a bit if you need to calm your mind. Challenge yourself in weight-lifting for the confidence boost you’ve been looking for.
If you’re looking for more ways to boost your wellness, check out the rest of our site. Contact us if you’re interested in our chiropractic or nutrition services.
The primary care doctor has long been assigned the role of gatekeeper or coordinator of care in the healthcare arena and with good reason. They are the initial contact for many patients and they have the unique ability to guide and follow up on treatment alternatives.
While the role is predefined, many providers are on the lookout for effective referral relationships that afford the best medical care and help treat the vast influx of patients needing treatment.
In Snohomish County, Washington, the primary care provider to patient ratio is 1,900:1, far above the national average that is closer to 1,100:1.
That means that you need a qualified and conscientious referral team of care providers that treat your patients effectively and return them to your practice reliably.
Whether in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or OB/Gyn, you find yourself with patients presenting with musculoskeletal issues, i.e., the car accident victim with whiplash, the pregnant woman with back aches.
These patients typically require more than just pain medication. They can benefit from non-invasive treatment options that help to correct the underlying problem before relying on surgical alternatives. In fact, patients frequently self-refer to chiropractors wanting to find a solution that doesn’t involve invasive options.
When referring patients to chiropractic care, primary care doctors need to feel confident in the treatment being delivered. In a recent Harvard Medical School article, Robert Shmerling, M.D., suggests that offering chiropractic care to patients is a solid treatment strategy and one that he offers his patients.
Dr. Shmerling also points to a study cited by the JAMA Open Network entitled “Effect of Usual Medical Care Plus Chiropractic Care vs Usual Medical Care Alone”. This study showed that a statistically significant improvement in low back pain intensity and disability was experienced by patients when chiropractic care supplemented traditional back pain treatment by a primary care doctor alone
At Amazing Life Chiropractic & Wellness, our clinicians are board-certified and have deep knowledge and experience in treating a wide array of musculoskeletal issues. We listen to the patient and take a holistic treatment approach taking into account the patient’s lifestyle and overall health goals.
Our expertise includes:
We also understand that when referring patients to another practice you want to feel confident that you will receive timely follow up. At Amazing Life, we inform your practice by sending patient progress and updates back post-care. We want you to be fully informed on the progress we’re making and rest assured that your patients will be directed back to you when treatment is complete.
If you are a primary care physician in the Mill Creek community, please contact us to discuss how we can partner with you and your patients.
Tech jobs seem like safe office jobs that place strain on the brain, not the body. In fact, many tech workers spend so much time sitting at their desk that they have to be actively reminded to stand up and stretch every once in a while for their own wellbeing.
But despite the fact that most tech jobs are performed in an office setting, tech injuries are actually more common than you think.
Tech injuries like ‘tech neck’ and eye strain can affect tech workers like developers, designers, IT specialists, and anyone else who spends their day in front of a computer.
Tech neck is a condition that occurs due to the constant bending of the neck from looking down at phone, tablet, and computer screens. Due to the large amount of daily screen time they experience, the condition tends to be more prevalent among those working in the tech industry.
But tech neck is certainly not exclusive to those working in tech. Heavy smartphone users can find themselves suffering from the condition too.
Tech neck can negatively affect posture, cause pain in the neck area, and can even lead to problems such as herniated discs.
Thankfully, there are several exercises you can do in order to relieve the pain of tech neck and potentially even realign your neck. If you suffer from tech neck, try these 3 exercises.
Remember to take great care when performing these exercises! If you experience any pain or discomfort stop right away!
Large amounts of screen time won’t just affect your neck, but also your eyes.
Eye strain is also a condition that is common among tech workers. Too much screen time strains the eyes and can result in a variety of symptoms including red eyes, headaches, and sore or tired eyes.
Optometrists have noted a significant increase in patients with tech-related eye strain. They recommend the 20-20-20 method to give your eyes a break and prevent eye strain. Every 20 minutes you should spend 20 seconds focusing on an object 20 feet away. This will give the eyes a chance to reset and rest.
There are other things you can do to relieve eye strain as well. The best thing you can do is limiting screen time and giving your eyes a break. Additionally, keeping a greater distance away from the screen and adjusting screen brightness may also help.
Another way to potentially relieve the pain of tech injuries is through chiropractic treatment. While chiropractic treatment won’t fix eye strains, it could help with tech neck. Contact us today to learn more!