The term “blood pressure” refers to the force of blood against the blood vessel walls. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, means that the force is higher than normal. Consistently high blood pressure can cause your heart to work harder and damage tissues within the arteries. This process can result in atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries. Core Chiropractic The good news is that certain strategies have been shown to help support healthy blood pressure, naturally. Talk with your healthcare professional about incorporating these and other strategies to help … [Read more...]
Box Breathing
Box breathing, also known as square breathing, is a technique used when taking slow, deep breaths. It can heighten performance and concentration while also being a powerful stress reliever. It’s also called four-square breathing. According to the Mayo Clinic, there’s sufficient evidence that intentional deep breathing can actually calm and regulate the autonomic nervous system (ANS). This system regulates involuntary body functions such as temperature. It can lower blood pressure and provide an almost immediate sense of calm. The slow holding of breath allows CO2 to build up in the blood. An … [Read more...]
Kidney Health
Kidney Stones: Symptoms, Causes and Support Strategies Kidney stones are a great fear for many people. The pain of kidney stones is described as one of the worst possible pains you could possibly experience. While the causes behind kidney stones are not fully understood there is some common nutritional advice that can help prevent these stones from forming. Kidney stones come in a number of different forms. Understanding the type of stone is key to preventing it from re-forming. The most common kidney stones are by far calcium oxalate crystals which account for 80% and uric acid crystals … [Read more...]
The Perfect Storm by Dr. T.J. Osborne
You can learn how to build your child's health, and weather the "storm" of childhood traumas, thought, and toxins that are running rampant in today's kids. … [Read more...]
How To Beat Heartburn
A Simple Fix for GERD and Acid Reflux Acid reflux is pretty common, but sometimes it's something more. If you experience acid reflux multiple times a week—you may have GERD. Both of these conditions can be annoying and really painful. Finding relief can be a challenge. Sometimes you think you've found something that helps, but it never seems to last—it's always a temporary fix. If you can't seem to find relief, I may know the reason. But, get this—it's the opposite of what you've probably heard. The best part is though, unlike many things, the answer to these two issues is really quite … [Read more...]