The cold wind blowing makes our bodies feel like they need to pack on the pounds to protect ourselves from the cold. This must be a deep ancestral thing because you would think our bodies would know by now our houses are generally warm and we don’t have to work hard to keep it that […]
Let’s talk about stress. First, let’s not use the word stress. It has been shown in scientific literature that you will not be able to make a new pathway in the brain in response to stress unless you call it something different. Call it what it actually is, label it with the emotion you may […]
Hey Folks! I just received the message below from Greg Peterson, the Owner of NutriDyn. NutriDyn has been in business since 1973 and is located in Maple Plain, Minnesota. What a relief I have in knowing I am prescribing quality supplements that stay in a small business supporting so many families. The NutriDyn company truly […]
I’m too distracted by the beautiful colors and the gorgeous weather… My brain is scattered with all the topics we could talk about. But I want to know, what do YOU want to know about? What are some of your questions? Comment in the Facebook post, or send an email to Jeannie at staff so […]
Hello All! For those of you having some bloating, worry, extra stress and some digestive complaints, we’ve pulled in some new approaches nutritionally for you! I’ve been experimenting with them the last couple of months, because let’s admit it, my stomach has been a knotted up mess. Producing stomach acid is the most energy consuming […]
After 4 and a half months of pain and difficulty walking due to plantar fasciitis, I experienced some improvement from adjustments and assigned exercises, but I was discouraged by the extremely slow progress of healing. It was then, Dr. Christine suggested I try the new laser light treatment rather than getting a cortisone injection. The […]
Are you getting a stuffy nose, sore throat, or a dry tickling cough since the mask mandate? In our office, we are getting increasing numbers of complaints in the upper respiratory system that are negative for Covid, but are what I feel are signs of irritation to the airway. My concern: long term exposure and […]
With the daylight hours already getting shorter, we begin to think of fall and winter seasons. Harvesting gardens, storing food, and the last of the summer fun winding down. Whether you are heading back to school, learning from home, going back into the office, or thinking ahead for the winter months we all need to […]
Here we go! After being at home for weeks on end, digging into more projects, working from home in a dining room chair, increasing your exercise routine, sitting too much bingeing on Netflix or gardening more…. pick your poison but your backs are aching! Don’t forget to take care of yourself and get an adjustment […]
Happy chilly spring day, folks! Looks like a few more days of some cold breeze and then we are going to have some great time to be outdoors again. Did you know…. To improve your heart health, it is best to only eat for a 10 hour period of time during the day? Studies have […]
I typically don’t make gluten free bread. It just never quite cuts it. Either too sticky, too dry and falls apart, or just plain not worth it. You are never going to replace bread made with regular flour. And I must say, the recipes that are worth it, typically take a lot of precise prep […]
There are some key aspects to keeping the immune system doing well at this time. First and foremost, reduce stress levels with things that bring you contentment. That may be starting a new hobby, try some exercise, read a book, pick up the phone or try Skype or Zoom for a good conversation, write a […]
Touching base with you all. Hope you are taking good care of yourselves. The MN Governor has issued chiropractic services as Essential, but only for ACUTE care needs through April 10th. What that looks like for our clinic is if you have an injury that stretching, ice, or pain relievers isn’t helping and you are […]
First and foremost, to keep your immune system strong as this health challenge may be upon us is to keep your stress system in check. Likely the media has you fearing the worst, but we must: Remain calm and logical regarding illness that spreads quickly. Have compassion for those around us whom may be immune […]
Be Aware, NOT Fearful 1. Take Care of Yourself: Eat Well Think Well Sleep Well Drink Well Exercise Well 2. Wash Your Hands and Surfaces 3. Don’t Touch your Face At Natural Elements Health Center we are keeping a close eye on the developments of the Coronavirus, including information released by the CDC and the […]
Amazing!! We whipped up this amazing new dip recipe for lunch last week and are still talking about the savory flavors put together in this simple appetizer…and you could easily turn it into a meal, it’s so good! Savory Hummus Dip 2 containers of Hummus Dip You could use Plain, Garlic, Roasted Red Pepper, or […]
Many are beginning to put up their Holiday decorations, shoveling mountains of snow, and breaking out the recipes to make some cookies. It’s already that time of year. For some it is exciting, for others it causes more anxiety, some feel depression, and others feel just plain worn out. How does this time of year […]
Did you know that from September to June you can’t rely on just the sun to give you the Vitamin D your body needs, because the sun doesn’t get high enough in the sky. If you are looking to use a Vitamin D supplement look for one that says D3 instead of D2, because the […]
I am writing this blog because there has been an influx of stomach issues happening the last month or so. When that happens, I feel it is time to do some teaching. When the weather cools down, it is an old Auryvedic principle that we need to eat WARM foods. Foods that are steamed, stewed, […]
The cold is coming. The gray skies and cloudy days have been numerous. At the office we are already experiencing many patients who have been sick, their moods are slowly lowering, not sleeping well, and their aches and pains are increasing. What is the common theme? Likely vitamin D. Having low vitamin D can cause […]
