Balance is the state of equilibrium; it means to have an equal distribution, and it relates to the optimal state of health. Nowadays, managing our health could seem like a juggling act and not necessarily balance. Indeed, as most modern chronic diseases are multifactorial, their treatment has a multi-faceted approach. However, treating every ill with a pill must be exhausting,… Read More
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCs9h7oKe_k Welcome to our newest functional Medicine presentation, in this episode we will talk Testosterone Deficiency in Men. An expert will help us describe testosterone deficiency, its prevalence in the male population, and relationship to aging. He will also list etiologies of diminished testosterone levels, and physiological impact of low testosterone levels. We will Identify signs, symptoms, and conditions associated… Read More
Many individuals do not realize the importance of the type of pillow they use for sleep. Sleeping on the wrong pillow is the perfect set-up for neck, shoulder, and back pain. Here are a few chiropractic tips on what to know about picking the best pillow. Knowing which is the right pillow for you can be the key to proper… Read More
Low-back, neck, shoulder, hip, leg, and foot pain are all causes of everyday discomfort and a bad mood. Chronic pain exacerbates the discomfort and bad mood times 10. Chiropractic treatment can help realign the spine and alleviate the pain. However, to maintain pain relief, individuals need to make healthy lifestyle adjustments. One of the most important adjustments is eating habits.… Read More
After learning the intricacies between neuronal signaling and gastrointestinal hormonal stimulation, we now understand how they influence each other. However, we need to take into account the environment in which these processes are taking place. Is the patient overweight or obese? Is there a chance that adipose-induced inflammation influences reproductive health? The neuroinflammation promoted by a high-fat diet is strongly… Read More
More individuals are reporting extreme levels of stress. Studies indicate that an increasing number of individuals are feeling worried, anxious, or depressed regularly from various stressors. Maintaining the body's health includes: Following a balanced diet Getting enough exercise Taking vitamins or supplements to ensure the body gets what it needs for optimal function. However, research has found that a sudden… Read More
What is Oxidative Stress? Oxidative stress represents an imbalance in the body. This imbalance is between reactive oxygen species (free radicals) and our body's natural ability to detoxify these species, resulting in damage. It is essential to note that free radicals are a normal byproduct of biochemical pathways in the body, an example being the body's energy-generating process, specifically the… Read More
The crosstalk between the gastrointestinal hormones that promote metabolic cues is integrated by the anorexigenic proopiomelanocortin (POMC) and orexigenic neuropeptide Y (NPY) neurons localized in the hypothalamus. Furthermore, these metabolic cues determine orexin synthesis and secretion by the hypothalamus, regulating food intake or satiety. In addition, these neurons controlling capacities depend on the sensory levels of hormones like leptin and… Read More
Hormones are the mediators of multiple metabolic, reproductive and developmental processes in our body. In addition, hormonal secretion depends on an intricate feedback loop that includes the participation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis. The interaction between the HPG axis hormones is crucial for reproductive health. Any disturbance in this process might result in reproductive dysfunction. Nowadays, obesity contributes to the… Read More
The quadriceps muscle consists of four muscles in front of the thigh that connects to the knee right below the knee cap. These muscles straighten the knee for walking, running, and jumping. They also help bend the knee for squatting. They move the leg forward when running and fire/transmit electrical impulses when the foot hits the ground to absorb shock.… Read More
Poor spinal health in adolescence can lead to chronic pain in adulthood. Teenagers, just like adults, can experience back pain from accidents, sports injuries, a sedentary lifestyle, part-time jobs, chores, etc. However, sitting too long in school along with heavy backpacks can also contribute to compromised spinal health. Chiropractic professionals can help these young individuals address and prevent spinal issues/injuries… Read More
A non-invasive method of treating scoliosis. Yoga Has Been Shown To Help Reverse Scoliosis. Scoliosis is the lateral curvature of the spine. The spine bends inward toward the front of the body at the neck region and lower back region. This curve is known as lordosis and bows outward in the middle-back region. This is known as kyphosis. If the… Read More
Aging by definition is a “cascade of robustness breakdown triggered by a decrease in systemic NAD+ biosynthesis and the resultant functional defects in susceptible organs and tissues.”Until recently, aging was a process inherent to the life cycle, but in 2018 the World Health Organization (WHO) released the 11th edition of its International Classification of Diseases. For the first time, it… Read More