Food is very powerful information. When choosing which foods to eat, it is vital to understand how food talks to your cells. Certain types of food increase the amount of systemic inflammation in your body, while other foods modulate your immune system towards a healthy inflammatory response. Knowing the “why” of your food helps to…
Many people suffer from shoulder pain. It can be a debilitating condition that affects many aspects of your life. In this post, we will take a look at the common causes of shoulder pain and how you can go about treating it. Keep reading to learn more! Shoulder Pain problems fall into 4 major categories…
This simple soup comes together quickly with just a few ingredients. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or “leftovers-for-lunch,” this creamy and nutrient dense soup will quickly become a family favorite.
Inflammation is a critical function of the immune system in response to “danger” signals which can include “invaders” (such as pathogenic bacteria and viruses), damaged cells (such as trauma, surgery, or injury), and toxic compounds (such as organic pollutants and heavy metals). These triggers can stimulate a short-lived (acute) or long-lived (chronic) inflammatory response which…
Knee pain is a common complaint for people of all ages. There are anatomic (structural), mechanical, and inflammatory reasons for knee pain, and often are a combination of all three. It may be the result of an injury, such as a torn tendon, ruptured ligament or torn cartilage, or mechanical muscle imbalance from overuse or…
This is a great basic recipe to have in your toolkit! You can prepare the chia seed pudding and keep it in the fridge for up to 5 days to enjoy for breakfast, snack, or even dessert. Chia seeds are a wonderful source of fiber, protein, antioxidants, and healthy fat. The pudding consistency makes this…
One great way to save money and get more vegetables into your day is by learning how to make your own “go-to” smoothies. Once you get into the groove of making your own favorite basic smoothie recipe, you can easily swap out ingredients to create more nutrient and taste diversity. I love this green smoothie…
Osteopathic medicine is founded on the following core principles: The human person is a completely united and integrated being of body, mind, and spirit. The natural state of the human person is health. The body contains intrinsic, complex, self-regulatory mechanisms that it utilizes to heal itself from injury. Dysfunction in any part of the system…
This bright and satisfying grilled chicken salad is the perfect easy summer dinner to add to your rotation. You’ll start with a bed of sturdy romaine lettuce for crunch, then toss in a handful of fresh herbs to brighten it up. Mix in cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, lightly pickled red onion, and tangy goat…
