Ingredients
-1/3 mayonnaise
-2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
-2 oz avocado oil
– tsp lemon juice
– pinch of salt & pepper
-1 green onion diced
-24 oz broccoli slaw
Directions
In a large mixing bowl combine all ingredients except the broccoli slaw. Mix together until combined. Add slaw and toss. Refrigerate for 30 mins then serve cold. Enjoy!
Yoga is increasing in popularity amongst school aged children. Yoga and mindfulness have been shown to promote mental and physical health. Practicing yoga helps improve strength, balance, and so much more! Below is a look into the positive impact implementing yoga can have on children’s wellbeing.
–Yoga helps regulate children’s emotions: Yoga guides children on how to be present in the moment and practice a peaceful state of mind.
–Body awareness and mindfulness: Yoga has a variety of poses and movements that help our children learn about their bodies and how they move. Yoga facilitates release and alleviates outside pressure (personal, parental, social).
–Manage anxiety: Breathing and relaxing techniques can aid in stress management. Yoga practices help children find a way to reduce their stress in a healthy way. An important life skill for any human.
–Strength + Flexibility: Slow movements and practicing breaths can increase blood flow and warms our muscles. All while holding a pose. Kids learn how to use their muscles in new ways.
Subluxation: a misalignment of the vertebrae.
A question frequently asked at Total Health Chiropractic and the answer is yes! Chiropractic care is very safe for children of all ages. After a thorough consultation, a licensed chiropractor will create a plan based on findings with the patient and parents before beginning treatment. Any questions or concerns are answered.
This question can also be easily answered with a little more knowledge of the human body. Chiropractors focus on the spine and nervous system. The nervous system is made up of the brain, spine and spinal nerves. These spinal nerves coordinate and control every tissue, cell and organ in our bodies. Subluxations are the interference in messages that are transmitted between the body and nerves. These types of subluxations can occur at any age, for example childbirth.
Children can develop misalignments (subluxations) in their spine in many ways. Some include -childbirth, falls, sports injuries, hyperactivity, poor diet (sugary drinks, processed foods), stress in relationships and school, poor posture, etc.
Detecting these subluxations and eliminating them at a young age with chiropractic care allows children to develop and grow as healthy as possible. Our spines cannot function and develop if misalignments exist in the spine. Pressure and irritation on spinal nerves may result in a variety of symptoms and conditions.
At Total Health Chiropractic we strive to educate our patients on the benefits of chiropractic care for all ages.
Ingredients:
3 eggs
2 large green peppers
1 tbsp ghee
How to:
Begin by cleaning bell peppers and slice into 1-inch slices. Apply ghee to a nonstick pan and add rings to pan to cook. Cook for about 5 minutes. Add egg into the center of the bell pepper rings. Season shamrock eggs with sea salt and black pepper.
If you participate in physical activities, you’ve probably heard the importance of stretching. Stretching plays a critical role because it loosens the muscles, gets that heart rate up and helps prevent possible injury. Stretching after physical activity is also key. It helps remove lactic acid from muscles which helps our bodies recover quicker and alleviates the feeling of soreness. Two popular examples of stretching are Dynamic and Static stretching.
Dynamic Stretching: This involves actively moving our joints and muscles. This stretch is performed to get your body ready for physical activities. You target muscle groups you plan to use during your activity. This helps our body rehearse the movement and be ready to respond more quickly. Dynamic stretching elevates the heart, boosts metabolism, increases flexibility and gets blood pumping.
Examples of dynamic stretching: lunges, jumping jacks, high kicks, knee to chest, jump squats etc.
Static Stretching: This type of stretching is when you stretch the joint to the furthest place it can go and hold the position for a length of time. This stretch can also be done in repetition for around 10 seconds.
Examples of static stretching: Touching toes, calf stretch, hamstring stretch, upper back stretch, cobra pose
In 2021, patients from our Total Health Chiropractic offices sent in an overwhelming number of testimonials about their experiences with chiropractic care in our 7 locations. It has impacted our lives as well as our friends and family!
If you’d like to share your journey with us, please fill out a review on Google. Your journey matters and can have a very real impact on others in search of a solution. Here are a select few of our powerhouse reviews and inspiring stories patients have shared with us. Let’s look at 2021, through our patient’s reviews.
-Wonderful staff, great atmosphere and vibes, and amazing work done by Dr. Ruth. Love, love, love THC- ER, they’ve helped me tremendously. -Sam B
-Dr. Ruth and Shiloh and the rest of the staff are great and really know their stuff, they have helped me tremendously with my total body alignment and health. (Forgive me if I spelled your name wrong Shiloh. lol) -Shelia Y
-We have appreciated the service so far. The care is not cookie cutter and has been effective. -Adam L
-My husband found them when he was having headache problems and they fixed him that day and we go back there ever since! Even if you don’t have insurance, it’s not crazy expensive! Everyone that works there has been super great and very attentive! And with COVID-19 they’re definitely doing everything they possibly can to keep everything clean and everyone safe! Definitely check them out if you need your bones popped back in place! -Beatriz B
-I wouldn’t go anywhere else for chiropractic care, even it was free. Dr. Ruth is the BEST!! She is extremely knowledgeable; I feel 100% comfortable there. The office staff is kind and friendly. I always leave feeling better than when I walked in. -Kelly I
-I’m no longer in pain from my car accident and my range of motion has GREATLY improved! Best decision I’ve ever made! Dr. Nielson is amazing! -Kristy H
-I have used chiropractic care for 20 years and during that time I have been a patient of several chiropractors. I also worked for a chiropractor earlier in my life. Out of all the care I have received, Dr. Ruth has been the most effective for me. Her technique and ability to discern what is going on within the body is top notch. She is flexible and adaptive in the sense that she is willing to try various techniques for the best results. She is extremely warm and kind which is just an added benefit to her knowledge and work experience. She takes the time to know you on a personal level, your goals and hobbies to help you achieve optimal functioning in order to do the things you love. The office staff is just as warm and kind and very accommodating. I never wait long, and they always try to get me in the day I call if it is what I need. They are knowledgeable & do their best to answer questions. I highly recommend this office! -Emmy H
Ingredients:
1 tbsp coconut oil
6 tbsp coconut milk (full fat)
1 cup chocolate chips
1 cup chopped nuts (to garnish)
How to:
You’ll need a double boiler for melting. Begin by melting all ingredients together for about 10 minutes. Line your muffin pan with paper liners. Pour about 1-2 tbsp of fudge mixture into liners. Freeze for 30 minutes. Top with mixed nuts, caramel or fruit.
Omega-3s: a type of fatty acid that is essential to our body for natural functioning systems. Food’s high in omega-3 include vegetable oils, nuts, fish, flaxseed oil, leafy veggies.
What makes Omega-3 fats important?
These essential fats are an integral part of every cell membrane in our bodies and affect receptors. They also help provide a start point
for creating hormones that regulate clotting in our blood, contract and relax our artery walls and inflammation. There has been increasing support on omega-3 fatty acids and the anti-inflammatory effects, especially in other diseases such as diabetes and certain types of cancers.
Health Risks of Low Omega-3:
Inflammation
Allergies
Arthritis
Poor
brain development
Digestive problems
Joint/ Muscle pain
Higher cholesterol and risk for heart disease
Benefits:
Eating a nutrient-dense diet, we allow our bodies to do what it’s made to do…HEAL! Our bodies are designed to fight disease.
-Improves heart health
-Reduced inflammation
-Fight autoimmune disease
-Support healthy skin
-Supports healthy bones & Joints
Ingredients:
1 lb. Brussels sprouts
1.5 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper for taste
How To:
Start by preheating over to 400 degrees. Take and wash off brussels sprouts and de stem them. Once brussels sprouts are de stemmed begin by picking the leaves off from the bud. Transfer leaves to a baking sheet and lightly coat with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper for taste. Bake for 12-15 mins. Brussels sprouts should be dark in color and crispy. Let cool and enjoy!
