Have you ever heard of someone living without a pulse? Science has come a long way in the treatment of heart failure. One of our patients, Laurie B., went through the process of having a Left Ventricular Assisted Device (LVAD) and then eventually a heart transplant! LVADs are a mechanical pump that does the work […]
Omega 3 Fatty Acids: the quick glance
About omega 3 and omega 6 Omega 3 supplements are usually in the form of fish oil however, some plant based alternatives are available like flaxseed oil. Omega 3 fatty acids work to reduce inflammation in the body which is often the root of many health problems. Many Americans do not get enough Omega 3 […]
All about Omega 3 Fatty Acids and Fish Oil
All about Omega 3 Fatty Acids and Fish Oil Brittany Schmidt, DC Fish oil is a very popular supplement; in fact, this supplement has had huge commercial success, Americans actually spend about 1 billion dollars a year on over the counter fish oil supplements. You probably know of someone who takes fish oil, maybe you […]
February: Love Your Heart! Give It Some CoEnzyme Q10
CoEnzyme Q10, what a great supplement! It is an antioxidant that is vital for muscle maintenance, as it helps cells grow and stay healthy. It is also important for heart health, as the heart is a muscle itself! There is even research being done to determine if CoQ10 can help with migraines! Have you heard […]
February Recipe of the Month: Homemade Hummus!
Ingredients: 2 (15 oz) cans of chickpeas, strained and rinsed ½ cup of extra virgin olive oil Juice of ½ lemon 2 cloves of garlic, peeled Salt and pepper to taste (about 1 tsp) ½ tsp of Tahini or dark sesame seed oil ½ tsp of cumin ¼ cup of water Paprika, olive oil, and mint […]
All about concussions
Concussion and sports: What do I need to know? By Heather Karls, D.C., C.C.S.P. The goal of sports chiropractic care is optimal health for the athlete. With this in mind, the treatment and diagnosis of sports related concussion has gained a greater importance, as we have learned of not just the short term effects, but […]
Wellness Essentials: A Convenient Way To Get Your Daily Nutrition
Wellness Essentials – 10% off through the end of January! The supplement of the month for January is multivitamins, because we feel it’s important to start the New Year right! This year, the discount on multivitamins extends to the Wellness Essentials line by Metagenics, because balanced nutrition is so important! These boxes are 10% off […]
January Recipe of the Month: Cinnamon Snowflake Shake by Sipsby
January Recipe of the Month Makes 1 glass // Prep Time: 15 minutes // Active Time: 5 minutes // original recipe: www.sipsby.com INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup filtered water 1 rounded tsp loose leaf or 1 bag cinnamon tea (we recommend TeaSource Spice tea!) 1/4 cup whole milk (we recommend substituting coconut milk) 1 cup vanilla ice […]
What is a sports chiropractor or CCSP?
Dr. Heather Karls is a Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner. She is a member of the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians. We asked her some questions you may have on Chiropractic and Sports Injuries. What is Sports Chiropractic and why is it different than other forms of chiropractic care? Sports Chiropractors have advanced training in […]
Stay Safe While Shoveling Snow
Snow Shoveling Tips By Dr. Brittany Schmidt When we announced that we were moving to MN my dad said, “I hope you like shoveling snow.” Shoveling snow is just a part of life here in the Great North, but did you know that snow shoveling is notorious for causing injuries or even life threatening emergencies? […]
