by Betty Stasinos | Nov 8, 2018 | Active Health News, diet, functional-medicine
Try adding these supplements to your daily regimen to help your body cope with stress. Chamomile* – A mild sedative, most commonly taken as a tea, but can get capsule or tincture. L-theanine – Also found in tea (green or black). Available in capsule form. Magnesium –...
by Dr. Betty Stasinos | Oct 31, 2018 | Active Health News, Acupuncture, functional-medicine
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a condition only recently recognized by the medical community, is a form of seasonal depression that usually occurs during the fall and winter months. SAD usually begins during the fall as the daylight hours start to wane, and...
by John Panopoulos | Oct 24, 2018 | Active Health News, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, diet, exercise, functional-medicine
Are Children’s Immune Systems Stronger than Adults? Research shows that young people do NOT have immune systems as efficient as adults. Children may be prone to contact a viral infection, and take more time to recover from it. This is true for a number of reasons....
by Dr. Betty Stasinos | Oct 16, 2018 | Active Health News, Chiropractic, functional-medicine, pain-relief
You’re not alone. According the the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 76% of pregnant women will experience back pain. The risk increases as your fetus grows and if you had a prior history of back pain. Our office provides safe and effective non-drug options for...
by John Panopoulos | Oct 15, 2018 | Active Health News, Chiropractic, functional-medicine, pain-relief
Inactivity is the biggest threat to workstation users. To stay active, take a 20-second break every 20 minutes: Micro-activities include standing, brisk walking, moving your head in a “plus sign” fashion, or stretching with one of the following exercises. (See also...
by John Panopoulos | Oct 12, 2018 | Active Health News, diet, functional-medicine
It is important to be aware of what you are buying when purchasing nutritional supplements. A recent investigative article published by the New York Times tested herbal supplements purchased from major retailers and pharmacies. The results of the study were...
