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Sandwich Nutrition and Health: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

A typical sandwich from home includes bread - one thick slice of whole wheat, one or two favorite condiments, lunch… Read More

June 14, 2023

Lime Water Perks: EP’s Functional Medicine Clinic

The human body is about 60% to 75% water. Adequate hydration is necessary to flush toxins from the body, is… Read More

June 12, 2023

Protein Deficiency: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

Protein deficiency, or hypoproteinemia, is when the body has lower-than-normal protein levels. Protein is an essential nutrient in bones, muscles,… Read More

June 8, 2023

Athletic Training Checklist: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

For individuals starting an exercise program and professional athletes, training must be well-spent to develop fitness and specific sports skills.… Read More

June 5, 2023

Making A Satisfying Salad: Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

A satisfying salad is a great way to get more fruits and vegetables high in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. A… Read More

June 2, 2023

Late Night Healthy Nutritious Snacks: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

With the summer approaching, the day's heat makes the body want to eat light or not at all. That's when… Read More

May 26, 2023

When The Body Craves Salt: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine

Although salt is satisfying to the palate and necessary for survival, when the body craves salt, it can be a… Read More

May 19, 2023

Healthy Breads: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

The right kind of bread can be an extremely healthful food. Eating more whole grains is associated with lower weight… Read More

May 12, 2023

Older Athletes and Maintaining Fitness: Wellness Doctor Rx

Healthy aging has been linked to a lifestyle consisting of proper nutrition and exercise. However, even with a healthy lifestyle,… Read More

May 11, 2023

Paresthesia: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

The nervous system communicates with the entire body and reacts to internal and external changes using electrical and chemical impulses… Read More

May 10, 2023

Sacroiliac Sprain: EP’s Wellness Doctor Rx

A joint is where two bones meet. The two sacroiliac or SI joints connect the spine, pelvis, and hips. This… Read More

May 9, 2023

Engaging The Core: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

The body's core muscles are used for stability, balance, lifting, pushing, pulling, and movement. Engaging the core muscles means bracing… Read More

May 5, 2023

Sweating: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

When the body shifts out of homeostasis or when something in the body is out of balance, the body sweats.… Read More

May 4, 2023

Running Foot Numbness: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

It's not unusual for runners to experience tingling, pins and needles, and numbness in their feet while running. Running foot… Read More

May 3, 2023

Supplements To Ease Headaches: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

Supplements To Ease Headaches: Individuals dealing with headaches or migraines should consider incorporating supplements to ease headaches' severity and frequency.… Read More

May 2, 2023

Gelatin Health: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

Gelatin is a stabilizer and thickener used to make desserts like fruit gelatin, pudding, mousse, marshmallows, candy, cakes, ice cream,… Read More

April 28, 2023

Why The Spine Goes Out of Alignment: Wellness Doctor Rx

As humans, there are a variety of stressors experienced daily. Stress collects in various body areas, most commonly the upper… Read More

April 24, 2023

Daily Ways To Stay Active: EP Wellness and Functional Clinic

Learning how to stay active with busy lives and schedules takes practice. There are daily ways to incorporate physical movement… Read More

April 21, 2023

Muscle Cramp: EP’s Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

Pretty much everyone experiences a muscle cramp at some point. A muscle cramp is an involuntarily contracted muscle that does… Read More

April 19, 2023

Body Misalignment Digestive Problems: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

Body misalignment can cause various symptoms to be experienced, ranging from headaches, neck and back pain, sore feet, discomfort in… Read More

April 18, 2023

Softball – Baseball Injuries: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

Softball and baseball require running, jumping, throwing, and swinging movements. Even for the fittest athletes and weekend warriors, the body… Read More

April 17, 2023

Intercostal Muscle Strain: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

Intercostal muscles are the muscles within the rib cage, commonly called the intercostals, which connect the ribs and make up… Read More

April 14, 2023