By looking at the statistics, we are a nation in pain. Out of 238 million adults in America, 100 million live in chronic pain. Unfortunately, many of those in chronic pain turn to narcotic, addictive, opioid pain medications like morphine, codeine, oxycodone, hydrocodone, and fentanyl which are also some of the most commonly abused drugs. […]

n n n n n n n n n Did you know improperly fitted backpacks can alter your child’s posture and affect his/her developing spine? n nnA recent study demonstrated that two out of every five children said they felt pain while wearing their backpacks. In students reporting pain, about 12% said it was “not

n In today’s world you are exposed to an ever-increasing amount of chemicals and toxins day in and day out. On average, you interact every day with over 200 different industrial-produced chemicals in an ever expanding sea of over 80,000 synthetic chemicals. While it was once thought you were protected from these chemicals before birth,

n Most of you have been told how important breakfast is to start your day off right. No question, that’s good advice. This is not only important for adults, but as well as for children as they start their school day. Did you know what you eat at breakfast can set the stage for the

n Here’s a thought to chew on-What if some of the foods you are eating are triggering or promoting your arthritis or joint pain?   For many people, there is a strong correlation with food and arthritis pain.  Recent research shows that more Americans are being limited in their regular daily activities such as getting dressed,

nnn nn nn nn nn nnDid you know in a healthy individual, the number of bacteria and yeast in their body, outnumber the human cells in their body 10:1? Out of all of the genetic material in your body, only 10% is yours. What happens when these bacteria and yeast are out of balance?nIt can wreak havoc on your health–including

n Is Your Body Wasting Away? n After we hit 30 years old, our bodies become more susceptible to losing lean body mass (muscle), a condition referred to as sarcopenia. Sedentary lifestyles and poor nutrition can accelerate this degenerative condition. On the other hand, this loss of muscle can be prevented with regular exercise and

n How much of your day is spent sitting in front of the computer or television?   n New research has come out over the last several years that can be a game changer if sitting is a big part of your day. It is no surprise that the longer we sit, the worse our

nnLooking for a new twist on a classic Italian dish?  A blend of fresh herbs including rosemary, oregano and parsley jazz up this plate.  No breading means low carb and gluten-free.  Instead, aromatic magic intensifies texture and flavor.nnIngredients:n n 1/2 cup olive oil n 1 Tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped n 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped