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Welcome to our integrative health blog, where our team of holistic practitioners shares their expertise to help you achieve optimal well-being. Each month, we delve into a new theme, providing you with insightful articles, practical tips, and the latest in holistic health trends. Whether you're interested in nutrition, natural remedies, mental health, or physical fitness, our diverse team of experts offers a wealth of knowledge to support your wellness journey. Join us as we explore the multifaceted world of holistic health and empower you to live your healthiest life.
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Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND
Jan 18, 20242 min read
Nourish Your Body: A Naturopathic Approach to New Year's Cleansing and Detox
With the conclusion of the major holiday season, many individuals are eager to embark on a New Year’s ‘Cleanse’ or 'Detox.' While these...
Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND
Dec 16, 20233 min read
Heart-Healthy Holidays: Practical Tips for Enjoying the Season with Cardiovascular Wellness
The holidays can be a challenging time for those who have been previously diagnosed with heart disease or for those who are concerned...
Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND
Nov 17, 20233 min read
Understanding the Power of Testosterone: A Comprehensive Guide to Men's Health and Hormonal Balance
Testosterone is a crucial metabolic hormone for men's health at any age. While testosterone is mostly recognized in men for its role in...
Dr. Jeffrey Dunnigan, DC
Nov 9, 20233 min read
Breaking the Silence: Men's Health and Chiropractic Care – A Journey from Youth to Wellness
In my over 20 years of chiropractic practice, I have often noticed a difference in the number of females seeking care compared to males....
Dr. Marissa Boyd, ND
Oct 30, 20233 min read
Key Men's Health Signs You Shouldn't Ignore
Knowing when to see a doctor is tough. For some, anything less than an appendage falling off is minor and can be dealt with. For others,...
Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT
Sep 8, 20232 min read
Revolutionizing Physical Therapy with LYT Yoga: My Journey to Healing
Hello, I'm Sarah Apple Kingsley, a dedicated physical therapist with years of experience since earning my Doctorate in 2014. During the...
Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT
Jul 27, 20233 min read
How to Relieve Hamstring Tightness and Low Back Pain the Right Way
Have you ever experienced low back pain, worked with a coach or trainer, or gone to physical therapy? Chances are, you’ve been told (or...
Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND
Jul 27, 20233 min read
Unlocking the Truth: Is Breakfast Really Important for Holistic Wellness?
Introduction Many have heard the popular phrase, 'breakfast is the most important meal of the day.' While there may be some truth to this...
Dr. Jenna Scott, ND
Jul 2, 20231 min read
ALZHEIMER'S: Potential Causes and an Integrative Approach
Alzheimer's is a progressive, neurodegenerative condition that worsens over time. It is the cause of 70% of cases of dementia. There are...
Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT
May 1, 20235 min read
ALLERGIES & ASTHMA: The Effects of Yoga
Asthma is termed as a chronic inflammatory condition affecting the airways. It is characterized by hypersensitivity to stimuli and...
Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT
Apr 2, 20234 min read
ALZHEIMER'S: The Importance of Diet, Nutrition and Exercise
Alzheimer’s Disease is a form of Dementia that is more specifically diagnosed by the presence of beta amyloid plaques within the brain....
Dr. Jeffrey Dunnigan, DC
Mar 8, 20232 min read
Spring Into Fitness
The common saying is, “March comes in like a lion and out like a lamb”. This context can be made not just to the weather but the month...
Dr. Jenna Scott, ND
Mar 7, 20231 min read
Herbal Mushroom Blend for Detoxing
Together, this herbal/mushroom blend creates an excellent detox to use short term or long term for prevention/maintenance: Milk thistle-...
Karen McKinney, LCMHCA
Mar 6, 20236 min read
Emotional Spring Cleaning
Spring is emerging from the dark, cold slumber of winter. The grass is turning green, the flowers are beginning to bloom, and there is a...
Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND
Feb 6, 20233 min read
CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH: Your Heart and Hormones
As a naturopathic doctor, I understand the importance of hormones in maintaining overall health, including cardiovascular health....
Mickey Hardy
Feb 2, 20234 min read
CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH: Yoga for the Heart
When I was younger, long before becoming yoga certified I heard a story of a man who was a yogi and could control his own heartbeat. The...
Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT
Jan 14, 20233 min read
THYROID: Association and Risks for Frozen Shoulder
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a disease or disorder in which you begin to lose the function and range of motion...
Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT
Nov 29, 20224 min read
6 Yoga Poses to Help Lower Blood Pressure
High blood pressure or hypertension is a serious health condition that often shows no symptoms. However, it puts you at a greater risk of...
Mickey Hardy
Nov 21, 20224 min read
NAC: New Aging Cure?
We all know that “anti-aging” is its own industry and a big one at that. That being said, with the hundreds of supplements and creams to...
Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND
Nov 13, 20222 min read
OSTEOPOROSIS: More Than Bones?
Osteoporosis is often thought as a condition that affects the bones of women with age. As the condition progresses, bone loses mineral...
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