We all crave a good night's sleep, but tossing and turning due to discomfort can hinder that restful slumber. As a chiropractor at Choose Life Wellness Center, I've seen firsthand how poor sleeping posture can wreak havoc on your body, leading to neck pain, backaches, and even headaches. Let's explore the transformative power of proper [...]
Choose Life Wellness Center offers Nutritional Counseling. Science has proven that the foods we eat either create or inhibit inflammation in the body. Inflammation leads to pain. Call Dr. Julie today to schedule your appointment to start your year out strong.
Do you want a healthy alternative for a fall or Halloween party this week? Create broomsticks by filling small baggies with pretzels (vertically) then attach with an orange ribbon to a pencil that is unsharpened. This quick and easy treat is a sure hit at any party! You can also do this without the baggie [...]
Frozen Yogurt Granola Bites! 1 package of muffin cups 1 package of your favorite granola 1 pint of your favorite fruit (cut into bite size) 1 container of your favorite yogurt (no sugar added) Lay muffin liners in the muffin tin and add a spoon full of granola. Drop a generous spoonful of yogurt over [...]
Try going to bed an hour earlier, make your room cool and dark, leave your cell phone in another room and read a book to fall asleep. Staying rested is the first step to choosing a healthy lifestyle!
8 signs: 1. You sit for long periods of time 2. Your body is out of alignment 3. You are in pain 4. You suffer from intense headaches 5. You are active 6. You want to improve flexibility 7. You have a longterm condition that has gone untreated 8. You want to increase mental clarity [...]
Create healthy meals and a healthy environment at home by starting an indoor herb garden in 5 easy steps: 1. Choose a spot with a lot of natural light. 2. Make sure the temperature in your home is between 70-75 degrees. 3. Choose a pot with drainage. 4. Water slowly and sporadically. 5. Purchase a [...]
As you head out to picnics this weekend, take this tasty treat. Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bites Ingredients: 2 medium ripe bananas (more if you want to make a bigger batch, 2 bananas makes about 24) 1/4 cup of creamy nut butter (I prefer regular peanut butter) 3/4 cup baking chocolate (I use dark [...]
Below are several benefits to seeing a chiropractor after you have been involved in an accident. 1. Injuries are not always obvious: Things like broken bones are clear when they happen but whiplash could take hours or even days to make an appearance. Seeing your chiropractor early can help alleviate the pain before it becomes [...]
Do you love taco Tuesday but are looking for a healthier option? Try taco lettuce wraps. Ingredients: 1 T olive oil 3/4 c chopped onion 1 lb turkey or beef (ground) 1-2 cloves garlic pinch of salt pinch of pepper 1 T chili powder 1 t ground cumin 1/2 t paprika 1/2 c tomato sauce [...]