How I use Essential Oils Peppermint Essential Oil Peppermint is one of my favorite oils because it is so versatile. It is uplifting and energizing and has many different applications. I primarily use peppermint oil to improve focus and energy. During mid-to-late afternoon I will occasionally feel a bit tired or experience a lack of […]
Recipe of the Month for June!
Recipe of the Month: Watermelon and Cucumber Salad Serves 4-6 Ingredients: 6 c. diced watermelon 3 Persian cucumbers 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons of red wine vinegar 1 tsp sea salt ¼ cup of crumbled feta ¼ cup of mint leaves Directions: Combine watermelon, cucumbers, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and […]
Should I be taking CoQ10?
CoQ10, 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 the […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Can Chiropractic Help?
Condition Highlight: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is something that comes up quite a bit in a chiropractic office. We hear it all the time, “my wrist has started to hurt me… can you do anything to help with that?” Carpal Tunnel Syndrome affects many and can be quite debilitating when it comes to […]
A St. Paul Chiropractor’s take on the Science of Supplements
A Brief Rant on Supplements In graduate school I took a course titled, “The Science of Supplements,” and being that I had a lot of doubts about supplementation, I was not looking forward to sitting through a class on the subject. My doubts about supplements came from seeing other health care providers use and overuse […]
May Recipe of the Month!
Recipe of the Month: Roasted Asparagus with Rhubarb Vinegar Try this springtime side courtesy of Claire Robinson from the Food Network Serves 4-6 Ingredients: 2 bunches of fresh asparagus, trimmed 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil Kosher Salt and Black Pepper for seasoning 3 stalks of rhubarb stalks, roughly chopped 1 small shallot, sliced […]
Saint Paul Chiropractor Dr. Karls’ Healthy Tips!
My Health Choices By Dr. Heather Karls As my patients know, I love plans. I often ask, “How do we get you to the activity you want to be doing one week, one month, one year or even 10 years from now?” Health is not simplistic and I think planning can help with health maintenance. […]
April Supplement of the Month: Glycogenics
A Wonderful Way to B When I think about explaining the benefits of B Vitamins, it is hard to know where to begin. B Vitamins are necessary for multiple processes in your body. B Vitamins are especially essential for cardiovascular, neurological, metabolic, and gynecological and reproductive health. Most B vitamins work as coenzymes which allow […]
April Recipe of the Month–Smoothie!
Recipe of the Month: Berry Ginger Oat Smoothie Try this delicious, anti-oxidant packed smoothie developed by Chef Marshall! Serves 2 Ingredients: 1/2 cup prepared oatmeal (cooked and cold) 1/2 cup plain yogurt or full fat coconut milk for a dairy free option 1 teaspoon grated, peeled fresh ginger 3 cups frozen berries, a mixture […]
Can Chiropractic Help Endometriosis? A Saint Paul Chiropractor’s Story
Endometriosis Awareness By Brittany Schmidt, DC I was in in the restroom my first year of chiropractic school changing for my Adjusting Methods class, when suddenly I experienced the worst pain imaginable. I crumpled to the floor, unable to move, sweating, nauseated, with stabbing pain in my lower right abdomen. Is this appendicitis? I thought. […]