Something Simple to Give Your Immune System A Boost Here’s the link. Once you’ve gotten the hang of it, it’s pretty quick, just a few minutes, to do a daily drainage routine. If you feel under the weather, I suggest two times per day, morning and evening. Otherwise once per day is sufficient. Many people don’t realize that regular Chiropractic […]
Below is a link to mental health resources in San Mateo County from Melissa Platte. Melissa is a fellow member of my San Mateo Rotary club and the director of San Mateo nonprofit mental health agencies. www.smccontractors.org The World Health Organization has a new definition of Occupational Burnout: “A syndrome resulting from chronic stress at work that has not been […]
Not sure if you are sitting efficiently and appropriately at your computer desk? Watch this video and make adjustments as needed!
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, approximately 71 percent of the earth’s surface is composed of water. Similarly, 60 to 70 percent of the average adult human body is composed of water. If you’re a 120-pound female, you’re made of at least 72 pounds, or 36 quarts, of water. If you’re a 175-pound male, you’re carrying around at least […]
Not sure what to do with all those extra plastic bags? How about you make your own lumbar support pillow! It’s easy, environmentally friendly, and can save your back. Materials: You will ONLY need plastic bags!! 1) Several dozen plastic bags, no size requirement 2) One sturdy plastic bag, preferably 11”x17” (Optional: small pillowcase) _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Step 1: Tie […]
Recumbent stationary bikes provide an excellent way to condition, improve cardiovascular function, and burn fat. Even for people who have bulging or herniated discs, they are usually a safe form of exercise. When pedaling the legs should not have to be wider than the position they would normally be. The pedal at its highest point should come no higher […]
1) Regular chiropractic care Research shows that removing or reducing nerve pressure boosts organ function. Because the spleen and liver are the backbone of our immune system, this means that regular Chiropractic treatments help boost our immune systems. Because the nerves also control vasoconstriction and vasodilation, keeping the spine and nervous system in balanced harmony also improves circulation, which […]
As we all adjust to our new way of living, many of us have experienced the “COVID 15” weight gain. I have compiled some tips that have helped me personally maintain a healthy weight for many years, and throughout the pandemic. 1) Walk briskly 5-10 minutes after every meal. This helps to: Aid digestion Increase metabolism 10-15% (extremely […]
This is an important question to answer and one that can bring a little bit of calm to you. Have you been at the grocery store and had to sneeze or cough and then have someone give you the look? Everyone is on edge about any type of symptom that may represent coronavirus, and this is creating a lot of […]
“Sciatica” is an older term describing the symptoms of inflammation of the sciatic nerve, also known as sciatic neuritis. Sciatica involves radiating pain down the back of one lower extremity, usually including the back of the thigh and back of the calf, possibly extending into the foot. Sciatica pain may be described as sharp, shooting, gnawing, and/or burning, and […]
