Wellness Coordination

How can I hold my adjustments?

2011-01-26T17:34:00.000-05:00

I get many questions from patients regarding holding their adjustments following treatment. I find that it is often difficult for patients to remember that daily activities and general stressors can make the body go out of alignment. It can be crucial to look at habits, work stations, repetitive motions, and auto seat positioning, to name just a few, to find out what is irritating the body,

Raleigh Chiropractor Recommends Castor Oil Packs

2010-11-16T17:40:00.000-05:00

Castor Oil Packs One of the most useful home therapies I recommend to patients is the use of castor oil packs. I've read that humankind has been using castor oil packs for about 3000 years. During the Middle Ages, castor oil was known as the Oil of Christ. I recommend castor oil packs for their detoxification and anti-inflammatory properties. The packs can be applied to the lower abdomen

Before it’s too late...

2010-09-15T21:30:00.000-04:00

I have been treating animals, providing chiropractic care for many of the same problems that I treat my human patients. I often have pet owners calling or emailing me, asking if I can help their beloved pet. Hearing the stories about a pet who has been progressively experiencing weakness in his legs, inability to engage in the activities that bring him joy, and developing wasting of his muscles

Raleigh Chiropractor Recommends Eating Beets

2010-08-27T07:20:00.000-04:00

Beets are a wonderful food not only for general health but especially for liver health. Now that summer is winding down, I’m starting to think of the root vegetables which generally color my plate in the fall and winter. The most common beet available is the red beet, but golden beets are also available. To get the most out of beets, I recommend eating the red beets. Beets pack a nutritional

Feeling lazy, neurotic or depressed? You may have an adrenal deficiency.

2010-07-15T09:44:00.000-04:00

I'm just SO TIRED I am so depressed! I never have energy These three sentences are some of the most common in the healthcare field. In fact, fatigue and depression are a huge contributing factor to the success of the pharmaceutical industry. Not to mention the recent boom of energy drinks on the market. While many factors can come into play when discussing these symptoms a large part of

Yoga labeled as woman's domain: Men are missing out on the benefits!

2010-07-12T13:06:00.000-04:00

A world turned upside down—that's yoga for most men because, unlike football, hockey, or baseball yoga is, seemingly, a woman's domain. According to a 2005 Yoga Journal market study, 77 percent of the yoga practitioners in America are female. Legendary teachers like Anusara Yoga founder John Friend and Power Yoga instructor Baron Baptiste believe the numbers might be even higher. It's not

Barbequing safety for 4th of July Holiday

2010-07-01T11:19:00.000-04:00

Barbecuing is one of America’s favorite pastimes, especially during Fourth of July weekend. However, it’s hard to believe that this enjoyable and easy meal option can cause food poisoning and even cancer! ChicagoHealers.com Dr. Martha Howard M.D. provides the following tips for staying safe during summer grilling: Safety Hazards: An April 2006 presentation at the American Association for Cancer

WellnessTip: Understanding Osteoarthritis

2010-06-22T07:43:00.000-04:00

For decades, osteoarthritis, or degenerative joint disease, has been considered a part of aging. Recent research points out, however, that older people don’t have to suffer from osteoarthritic pain. And, surprisingly, people much younger than 65 can develop osteoarthritis. What Is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis affects the cartilage—slippery tissue on the ends of bones that meet in a joint

Sprouts and Their Health Effects

2010-06-22T07:26:00.001-04:00

Due to their potent antioxidant activity, plant sprouts have been touted as a health food in many cultures—and, according to research, their use may be warranted. Studies show that sprouts contain a far superior amount of vitamins, proteins, minerals, enzymes and phytochemicals than mature vegetables. The high concentration of nutrients in sprouts may make them a handy tool in the fight to

Become an Ambassador of good health for Center for Chiropractic & Wellness

2010-06-17T08:09:00.000-04:00

Our patients are not only our livelihood, they are also our purpose, our mission and our spirit. We feel privileged every day to do business in such a wonderfully supportive community. The positivity surrounding us seems to never end, nor do we wish it to! In efforts to keep our mission alive we ask that you join our new ambassador program and help us to spread the word of core Health &Wellness

Link Lovin': Spread the Love with a Click (or a few)

2010-06-15T11:00:00.001-04:00

Here is the second Link Lovin' source list for June: Food Renegade is one of my favorite blogs. In this article dated May 13 this wonderful blogger discusses research should you wear sunscreen? Already has 15K viewers! For more on this topic let me refer back to the Environmental Working Groups Shopper's Guide to Safer Sunscreens. Now, as school is out for many students right now,

Kathy's Summer Massage Specials for active families

2010-06-11T10:27:00.000-04:00

Youth Special Summer is a time for children's active play, summer swim team, soccer and other sports camps. It is a fun time but the constant go-go-go can wear on your kids muscles, especially if they are not engaging in proper stretching before and after activity. If your child has been active this summer consider treating your children to a 1/2 hour sports massage. Adults who play like

Center for Chiropractic & Wellness Voted Best in the Triangle 2010!

2010-06-10T09:43:00.003-04:00

Center for Chiropractic &Wellness has been nominated and selected as the best in the triangle 2010 for Acupuncture, Chiropractic and Holistic Medicine. Thank you to all of our friends and patrons who thought us worthy to receive this honor. We accept it with love and appreciation to you all! Please share this good news with all your friends and family. The more people we help the more we are

Link Lovin': Spread the Love with a Click (or a few)

2010-06-04T08:08:00.000-04:00

Today as I was reading one of my favorite blogs out there (Food Renegade) I realized that this savvy blogger has a great initiative called "Link Love" where she links directly to current and interesting bloggers and web sources from the month. What a Great Idea! I decided I had to jump on this band wagon and not turn back...so here is my link lovin' for June: FIrst of all, let me start with a

Center for Chiropractic and Wellness is a Best of the Triangle Finalist, AGAIN!

2010-05-26T07:41:00.000-04:00

Thanks to your dedication and the dedication of all of our loyal patients here at Center for Chiropractic and Wellness, we have, once again made the Best of the Triangle finalist list for 2010 in the following categories: Best Chiropractic Practice Best Chiropractor – Dr. Jennifer Greenfield Best place for Holistic Medicine Best place for Acupuncture Thank you to everyone who voted! The

Center for Chiropractic & Wellness Recommends "Real Food on a Real Budget"

2010-05-24T11:40:00.000-04:00

Real Food on a Real Budget is written as a primer for families who want to learn how to save an average of 20-30% on their food budget while serving better quality and more nutritionally dense foods. Based on 6 years of hands-on experience and hundreds of hours of research, Real Food on a Real Budget is packed with practical tips and suggestions to help you become a better a steward of both

7 Drugs That Can Kill Children with a Single Pill

2010-04-19T10:17:00.000-04:00

Even parents who keep medicines out of their children's reach are at risk of an emergency. The Emergency Medicine Clinics of North America notes that in 50 percent of all childhood accidental poisonings, the medication bottle was only "out" for a short amount of time as it was being used. Here are some of the more common medicines that can lead to emergencies when accidentally ingested by

Understanding your Adrenals: How to cope with stress

2010-04-09T08:26:00.000-04:00

Below is an article from one of my favorite and most read blogs..."Food Renegade." I highly recommend adding their posts to your RSS feed for daily reading. What are your adrenals, anyway? These tiny, triangular shaped glands sit on top of your kidneys and are responsible for creating and releasing hormones for helping you cope with stress (most notably cortisol and adrenaline). When you’re

Raleigh Golfers: Chiropractic & Flexible Orthotics--the ultimate game enhancer!

2010-04-06T08:47:00.000-04:00

ChiropracticReduce muscle tension, Eliminate spinal subluxations that contribute to instability and immobility Golf: ParFlex Plus®Moisture and temperature control with Dryz™ and IntelliTemp?™ Two magnetic strips built into each Stabilizer* Zorbacel® heel pads for shock absorption StanceGuard™ for variable firmness and flexibility during lateral weight shifts Increases club-head speed and drive

Drink Kombucha Tea Daily for weight loss, energy, digestion, and much more!

2010-03-24T09:08:00.000-04:00

Go to www.getkombucha.com for more information on how to grow your own culture for this amazing and beneficial drink. Forget Soda! Try Kombucha! Top 10 Noticeable Benefits of Drinking Kombucha Tea Daily + Prevents Acid Reflux + Assists With Weight Loss + Aids in Digestion of Heavy Meals + Strengthens Hair, Restores Hair + More Energy in the Morning + Helps With Sleep + Relives

Let's Get Raleigh Educated: What Common Food Ingredient is as Addictive as Cocaine?

2010-03-14T12:20:00.005-04:00

Excerpt from Mercola.com: Dr. Richard Johnson is professor of medicine at the University of Colorado, where he runs the kidney division and is in charge of transplantation and research in blood pressure. He has also written the best book on the market on the dangers of fructose called The Sugar Fix. About 70 percent of his work involves research and, for a number of years, he has been

Benefit of Selenium in Brazil Nuts for Prostate Cancer, Hepatitis C, Cancer, and more.

2010-03-12T12:20:00.008-05:00

These nuts are extremely nutrient-rich and contain protein, copper, niacin, magnesium, fiber, vitamin E and selenium. Selenium is a powerful antioxidant that works to neutralize dangerous free radicals. A study at the University of Illinois even found that the high amounts of selenium in Brazil nuts may help prevent breast cancer.Selenium is

Raleigh Wellness Coordinator to the Rescue: New find for traditional foodies

2010-02-16T07:31:00.006-05:00

There is just something fulfilling about eating food that you have made with love and dedication. Something gratifying about seeing a wheat berry sprout turn into a loaf of bread, a carefully tended scoby produce a tasty and fizzy kombucha, or patiently fermented vegetables adorn the plate with color pizzaz and kick.Not to mention that these things are extremely nourishing and flavorful!It is

Raleigh Chiropractors include Nutritional Support for treatment of Vertebral Subluxations

2010-02-15T11:20:00.011-05:00

"Subluxations can go undetected for years, and can affect any system in the body. Seeing your chiropractor will help ensure that your body is in proper alignment.""At our office, we believe that given the proper nutrition, your body has the amazing capability of healing itself. We also beleive that nutrition should be individualized to meet each patient's needs. For these reasons and many more,

Lets get Raleigh Nourished! An E-Course in Traditional Foods!

2010-02-10T11:11:00.005-05:00

The main problem you’re probably facing is that you’re overwhelmed. Maybe you’ve read “Nourishing Traditions” by Sally Fallon, a fantastic resource for those interested in traditional and nourishing foods. It has taught me a whole lot. But let’s face the facts. It can be hugely overwhelming. Many put it down to take a deep breath, never to pick it up again.And, don't forget the many websites,