Sunday, November 6, 2011
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Family Week at West Loop Chiropractic!
Don't forget - Family Week events kick off tomorrow and last all week long! Stop on by and learn how chiropractic can benefit everyone in your family - 1000 W. Washington Blvd. (between Morgan and Carpenter in Chicago's West Loop neighborhood).
Questions? Comments? 312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
Questions? Comments? 312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
Monday, October 17, 2011
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Prevent Text Neck
Americans sent 110 billion text messages in December 2008, according to the Census Bureau. As technology advances, allowing us to do more tasks on smaller equipment, our bodies often pay the price. With a growing potential for injuries from technologies that we rely on, it’s important to minimize the risks. One problem that is becoming more prevalent is neck strain from the over-use of mobile devices, or “text neck.”
The best way to avoid text neck is to limit the use of your mobile device. If you need to send a longer e-mail, wait until you have access to a computer or consider calling the person rather than texting.
What Causes Text Neck?
Text neck is caused by poor posture when using a mobile device. It’s all too common to become hunched over with your head drooping forward and your shoulders rounded as you become engrossed in your messaging or games.How to Avoid Text Neck
| • Sit up straight with your chest out and your shoulders back. • Bring your arms up in front of your eyes so that you don’t need to look down to see the screen. • Tuck your chin into your chest to look down rather than dropping your head forward. • If you must use your mobile device for lengthy typing, invest in an external keyboard. • Rest your forearms on a pillow while typing to help minimize neck tension. • Avoid using mobile devices while in bright sunlight. Straining to see the screen leads to jutting the chin for ward, shifting work from the spine to the muscles that hold up the head. |
Stretches for Frequent Texters
| • Hand stretch. Start with your hands in a fist and stretch your fingers out as wide as they’ll go and then return to a first. Shoot for about ten stretches with each hand. For added resistance you can stretch a rubber band around your fingers. • Squeeze a stress ball. Do this for approximately 30 seconds for each hand. • Chest stretch. To counteract the hunched posture of texting, stand up straight with your arms down at your sides. Turn your forearms until your thumbs are pointing at the wall behind you. |
Monday, October 3, 2011
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Avoid Injury and Pain from Excessive Use of Technology
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Friday, September 2, 2011
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Natural Allergy Prevention
Allergies are relatively common. Both genetics and environmental factors play a role.
The immune system normally protects the body against harmful substances, such as bacteria and viruses. But in a person with allergies, the immune response is oversensitive. When it recognizes an allergen, it releases chemicals such as histamines which fight off the allergen. This causes itching, swelling, mucus production, muscle spasms, hives, rashes, and other symptoms, which vary from person to person.
Common allergens include pollen, mold, pet dander, and dust. Food and drug allergies are common. Allergic reactions can also be caused by insect bites, jewelry, cosmetics, spices, and other substances.
West Loop Chiropractic has the technology to help you live without the stress of allergies and the constant use of medications to control symptoms.
We offer chiropractic care that helps balance you body and nervous system to control reactions to allergens. Adjustments help your body adapt to the stresses of our environment.
Neurological stress reduction therapy uses acupuncture points and low level light therapy to reduce our body’s reaction to stresses we encounter. This system uses light to stimulate acupuncture points along with homeopathic remedies to help your nervous system function optimally.
If you or someone you know suffers from allergies don’t hesitate to ask for more information on how we can help stop the itchy, watery eyes and runny nose. If you have questions call and set up a consultation with the doctor. As always, consultations with our doctors are complimentary. Call 312-850-2225 today to schedule or visit our website at www.westloopchiropractic.com to find more information.
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
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Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Power of Protein
You may already know the importance protein plays in giving your body energy and keeping your stomach satisfied, but did you know how many sources other than meat protein is found? Try these alternatives and add some variety to your diet!
Soy Bean Protein: As close to meat protein as it is possible to obtain from plant sources in regards to completeness.
Nuts: Eat them out of the shell or in nut butter forms (yum!). A great source of essential unsaturated fatty acids, as well as many vitamins and minerals that work with protein for cellular rebuilding.
Wheat Germ: A natural source of good plant protein.
Seeds: Give sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, or pumpkin seeds a try for a protein packed snack, mix them into your salad for an added crunch, or add it to your favorite breakfast cereal and give your morning an energy boost!
Grains: All grains, like other seeds, are a good source of high quality protein. These sources are de-fatted: corn germ, wheat germ, brown rice, wheat gluten, whole nuts, barley, whole corn, whole rye, buckwheat, flour, and millet. Millet is almost perfect in its amino acid balance. Buckwheat is considered a master plant protein source (groats and kasha).
Legumes: This category includes a variety of beans, peas, and foods made from them. A variety of legumes and sprouts will offer high grade protein utilization needed for balance to help boost the body's overall rejuvenation.
Soy Bean Protein: As close to meat protein as it is possible to obtain from plant sources in regards to completeness.
Nuts: Eat them out of the shell or in nut butter forms (yum!). A great source of essential unsaturated fatty acids, as well as many vitamins and minerals that work with protein for cellular rebuilding.
Wheat Germ: A natural source of good plant protein.
Seeds: Give sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, or pumpkin seeds a try for a protein packed snack, mix them into your salad for an added crunch, or add it to your favorite breakfast cereal and give your morning an energy boost!
Grains: All grains, like other seeds, are a good source of high quality protein. These sources are de-fatted: corn germ, wheat germ, brown rice, wheat gluten, whole nuts, barley, whole corn, whole rye, buckwheat, flour, and millet. Millet is almost perfect in its amino acid balance. Buckwheat is considered a master plant protein source (groats and kasha).
Legumes: This category includes a variety of beans, peas, and foods made from them. A variety of legumes and sprouts will offer high grade protein utilization needed for balance to help boost the body's overall rejuvenation.
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Monday, July 4, 2011
11 Tips for a Safe, Happy Fourth of July
All of us at West Loop Chiropractic hope you all have a very fun, safe 4th of July today! Please see the article posted below for reminders how how to celebrate safely with your loved ones on this holiday.
Medical Editor: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR
CPSC.gov. Fireworks Safety.
USCGboating.org. Boating Safety Resource Center.
Also, a friendly reminder we will resume normal office hours tomorrow, July 5th. If you need to schedule your next appointment, call 312.850.2225 or send an email to adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com.
Medical Author: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD Medical Editor: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR
- Be a safe swimmer. Water sports and fireworks are two of the biggest pastimes for Fourth of July celebrations, and these are both linked to numerous deaths and injuries each year. Never swim alone, and make sure that kids' water play is adequately supervised at all times. Many drownings occur when parents and other adults are nearby, so always have a designated chaperon for water play and don't assume that others are watching the kids. Statistics show that most young children who drown in pools have been out of sight for less than five minutes.
- If fireworks are legal in your community and are a part of your celebration, be sure to store and use them safely. Keep the kids away from the fireworks at all times, and keep spectators at a safe distance. Attending fireworks displays organized by professionals is always safer than trying to put on your own show.
- Use alcohol responsibly. Alcohol and fireworks can be a hazardous and dangerous combination. Also, have a designated driver to bring party-goers home from the festivities. Remember also that alcohol and swimming can be as dangerous as drinking and driving.
- Lakes, waterways, and seas will be crowded with boats. Review safe boating practices, and don't drink and drive your boat. Alcohol consumption while operating boats or other motorized water vessels is illegal, and you can be arrested for a BWI (boating under the influence!). Be sure that you have an adequate number of life preservers on hand for extra guests. Become familiar with the boating laws in your area.
- Cover food and beverages outdoors to discourage bees and wasps from attending your party. If someone is allergic to insect stings, you should have an emergency anaphylaxis kit on hand. Wearing shoes, long sleeves, and long pants outdoors and avoiding fragranced body products, bright colors, and sugary drinks can also help prevent bee stings.
- Apply sunscreen both before and during an outdoor party. Ultraviolet rays from the sun can cause both premature aging and skin cancer in the long term, and a painful burn the next day. Even those with darker skin should use a sunscreen with a minimum sun protection factor (SPF) of 15, according to recommendations from the American Academy of Dermatology.
- Check prescription medications you are taking to assure you will not have a sun-sensitizing drug reaction to the medication.
- If you'll be hiking or camping in an area where ticks are abundant, wear long-sleeved, light-colored shirts and long pants tucked into socks or boots to protect yourself from tick-borne diseases. For your skin, you can use a tick repellent with no more than 30% DEET according to the manufacturer's instructions. Products containing DEET should not be used on children less than 2 months of age and should not be applied to the hands or face of young children. Check yourself (and your pets) for ticks at the end of the day.
- Spend adequate time indoors or in the shade and drink plenty of fluids to avoid heat illness in extremely hot climates. The risk of heat illness is increased when participating in strenuous activity or sports, and those with chronic medical conditions and the elderly are also at an increased risk of heat exhaustion and/or heat stroke. Alcohol consumption can also promote dehydration and increase the risk.
- Keep children away from campfires and grills. Gas leaks, blocked tubes, and overfilled propane tanks can be a cause of grill fires and explosions.
- Don't leave the picnic spread out all day. Allowing food to sit in outdoor temperatures can invite food-borne illness. The U.S. FDA suggests never leaving food out for more than one hour when the temperature is above 90 F and not more than two hours at other times. Foods that need to be kept cold should be placed in a cooler with plenty of ice or freezing packs and held at a maximum temperature of 40 F. While mayonnaise and other egg dishes are often associated with food poisoning, any food can potentially become contaminated. Adequate hand washing and food preparation can also help prevent food poisoning.
CPSC.gov. Fireworks Safety.
USCGboating.org. Boating Safety Resource Center.
Friday, July 1, 2011
Monday, June 27, 2011
FREE HypnoBirthing Info Session Wednesday
Curious about Hypnobirthing? Come learn what it's all about this Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. right in our office, located at 1000 W. Washington Blvd! This FREE information session will be taught by Kelli, our Hypnobirthing instructor. Need more info? Call our office at 312.850.2225 or shoot us an email at adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
Save the date and we'll see you on Wednesday!
Save the date and we'll see you on Wednesday!
Monday, June 20, 2011
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Wednesday, June 1, 2011
HypnoBirthing Classes are Coming to WLC!
HypnoBirthing® Childbirth Education Classes
- About HypnoBirthing® The Mongan MethodHypnoBirthing® is as much a philosophy of birth as it is a technique for achieving a satisfying, relaxing, and stress-free method of birthing. This amazing program teaches you, along with your birthing companion, the art and joy of experiencing birth in a more comfortable manner. You will learn how to call upon your body's own natural relaxant and thus lessen, or even eliminate, discomfort and the need for medication. When a woman is properly prepared for childbirth and when mind and body are in harmony, nature is free to function in the same well-designed manner that it does with all animal mothers in nature.
HypnoBirthing® will teach you the art of using your own natural birthing instincts. With HypnoBirthing® you will not be in a trance or a sleep state. You will be aware and fully in control, but profoundly relaxed.
- HypnoBirthing® Advantages
*Teaches deep levels of relaxation to eliminate the fear that causes tension and, thus, pain.
*Greatly reduces and often eliminates the need for chemical painkillers and drugs.
*Shortens the first phase of labor.
*Leaves mother alert, fresh, awake, and with energy.
*Helps keep oxygen supplied to baby during birthing.
*Reduces the need for an episiotomy.
*Reduces and often eliminates fatigue during labor.
*Empowers parents with techniques to achieve a gentle, calm birth for themselves and their baby.
*Gives the birthing companion an integral role in the birthing.
*Embraces the concept of pre-birth parenting.
*Teaches breathing techniques that allow a woman to gently breathe her baby into the world without the violence of hard, physical pushing.
- You Will Learn:
*Everything you need to know to achieve safer, easier and more comfortable birth
*To explode the myth that pain is a necessary accompaniment to labor
*What's wrong with labor as it exists with most other childbirth methods
*Techniques of deep relaxation to help you eliminate the Fear-Tension-Pain Syndrome
*How your body is naturally designed to conceive, nurture and birth your baby with ease and comfort
*To create your body's own natural relaxant, the only safe labor enhancement
*Natural ways to bring your body into labor without artificial chemical induction
*How you and your birthing companion can create a birthing environment that is calm, serene and joyful, rather than tense and stressful
*Gentle birthing techniques that allow you to breathe your baby into the world without the violence of hard physical pushing
*To use your natural birthing instincts to birth your baby in a way that most mirrors the way that nature intended
- About your Instructor:
Kelli Paulus is a DONA trained birth doula and HypnoBirthing instructor. She attends births in the Chicagoland area and specializes in supporting parents to be in their desire to birth their babies in a calm, gentle manner. Kelli lives with her husband, Kevin, and young son, Sawyer, who was birthed using HypnoBirthing in 2009. For more information, please contact her at 815-603-3530 or at Kelli.m.paulus@gmail.com.
- About the Class:
The class consists of Five 2 1/2 hour classes on Saturday afternoons from 12:00-2:30 and is focused on helping parents achieve an easy, comfortable birthing experience, while eliminating fears and tension surrounding birth and parenthood.
The cost of the class is $350 which includes all materials (text book, CD's, Handouts and more). Pre-registration is required and a $50.00 non-refundable deposit to hold your spot can be paid via PayPal, over the phone, or in office.
- Session Information:
*Summer Session 1: 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, and 7/9
*Summer Session 2: 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, and 8/27
- PayPal Registration
Monday, May 23, 2011
Friday, May 20, 2011
Dr. Rosen's Wellness Tip
Wellness Chiropractic holds forth the notion that your body is the true healer, not the doctor. Chiropractic care facilitates your healing force, but it's your body that does the healing. Understanding simple wellness principles will help you understand how chiropractic frees your body to heal itself. There are two simples wellness laws that you can't violate in order to stay well.
1. Your nervous system must be free from interference. Your central nervous system controls the function of every cell, tissue, organ, and system of the body. You must keep it functioning at 100% to maintain function and health. When a wellness chiropractor removes the interference in the nervous system, it allows the tissues, cells, and organs to function properly and heal from within.
2. Your body must be free to heal itself from within. Your body is a self-healing organism and has the ability to heal itself naturally from within, as long as there is no interference. True healing comes from within. When you take drugs or have surgery, you are trying to gain health from an outside source agent. You are forcing the body against its will and there are always consequences, which we call side effects. Adding chemicals to your body only adds additional interference to its natural ability to function and heal. Free your body from outside chemical, physical, and emotional interference to allow your body to heal naturally.
We are not saying never use drugs. There are times when drugs may be necessary, but there are consequences. WE want o you to practice wellness first; drugs and surgery should be a last resort.
Call us to have your family checked for nerve interference! 312.850.2225
1. Your nervous system must be free from interference. Your central nervous system controls the function of every cell, tissue, organ, and system of the body. You must keep it functioning at 100% to maintain function and health. When a wellness chiropractor removes the interference in the nervous system, it allows the tissues, cells, and organs to function properly and heal from within.
2. Your body must be free to heal itself from within. Your body is a self-healing organism and has the ability to heal itself naturally from within, as long as there is no interference. True healing comes from within. When you take drugs or have surgery, you are trying to gain health from an outside source agent. You are forcing the body against its will and there are always consequences, which we call side effects. Adding chemicals to your body only adds additional interference to its natural ability to function and heal. Free your body from outside chemical, physical, and emotional interference to allow your body to heal naturally.
We are not saying never use drugs. There are times when drugs may be necessary, but there are consequences. WE want o you to practice wellness first; drugs and surgery should be a last resort.
Call us to have your family checked for nerve interference! 312.850.2225
Monday, May 16, 2011
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Thursday, April 7, 2011
Prenatal Open House Thank You!
Thanks to everyone who came out and helped make our Prenatal Open House a HUGE success!
Just in case you missed it and still want to learn more about the benefits chiropractic care can have on pregnancy for both the mother and child, please call or email to schedule your complimentary, no-obligation consultation with one of our doctors.
312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
Just in case you missed it and still want to learn more about the benefits chiropractic care can have on pregnancy for both the mother and child, please call or email to schedule your complimentary, no-obligation consultation with one of our doctors.
312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
Monday, April 4, 2011
New FREE Yoga Class Added
Suzanne Ko will be teaching a second complimentary yoga class every Tuesday from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at West Loop Chiropractic. Mats are provided on a first come, first served basis. No prior experience needed! We do recommend you wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing you can move in. West Loop Chiropractic is located at 1000 W. Washington Blvd. between Morgan and Carpenter. See you tomorrow!
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Friday, April 1, 2011
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Prenatal Open House
Join us for an informational night on how chiropractic care benefits mothers and infants both during and after pregnancy on Wednesday, April 6 from 6-8 p.m. at West Loop Chiropractic (1000 W. Washington Blvd.). Refreshments will be served. This is a free event and all are welcome to attend. Please call or email with any questions or to RSVP - 312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
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Monday, March 21, 2011
Autism Speaks
Join West Loop Chiropractic Saturday, May 21 in the 2011 Chicago Walk Now for Autism Speaks. You are encouraged to join our team or to make a donation. For more information on why we have chosen to support this amazing foundation, stop by our office at 1000 W. Washington Blvd. and ask our staff!
Additionally, we are selling blue Autism Awareness light bulbs in our office for $2 each. On the evenings of April 1 and 2, prominent buildings across North America and the world — including the Empire State Building in New York City and the CN Tower in Toronto, Canada — will turn their lights blue to raise awareness for autism and to commemorate World Autism Awareness Day on Saturday, April 2. We’re aiming to light the world blue all throughout April — city by city, town by town — by taking action to raise autism awareness in our communities. Help shine a light on autism in your own home. Learn more by clicking here.
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Stress Busters!
Working overtime. Traffic jams. Family obligations. Over-stuffed schedules for you, your significant other and the kids. Add in the lingering winter's gloomy skies and there's enough stress to go around to make even the most good-natured person feel at his or her wit's end.
But there is hope! Here are some ways to fight the stress in your life, bringing a greater sense of peace and tranquility into your day.
1) Go With the Flow - Practicing simple breathing and relaxation techniques along with regular yoga classes can help in your ability to let the little things go. West Loop Chiropractic offers free lunchtime yoga in our office from 12-1 p.m. every Monday with Chicago yogi, Suzanne Ko. Mats are provided and no registration or prior experience is required. It is recommended you wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. See you there!
2) Work it Out! - We all know that working out is a great way to lose weight, get strong, and improve flexibility. Did you also know that it's a great stress-fighter? Get active by taking a walk, checking out a new workout DVD or group fitness class at your gym, or treat yourself to a personal training session - you'll forget your woes in no time!
3) Get Adjusted - Routine chiropractic adjustments and massage therapy keep your nerves functioning at their optimal level, reducing your likelihood for illness or fatigue. Be sure your next appointment is scheduled at West Loop Chiropractic today by calling 312.850.2225 or emailing adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com.
2) Work it Out! - We all know that working out is a great way to lose weight, get strong, and improve flexibility. Did you also know that it's a great stress-fighter? Get active by taking a walk, checking out a new workout DVD or group fitness class at your gym, or treat yourself to a personal training session - you'll forget your woes in no time!
3) Get Adjusted - Routine chiropractic adjustments and massage therapy keep your nerves functioning at their optimal level, reducing your likelihood for illness or fatigue. Be sure your next appointment is scheduled at West Loop Chiropractic today by calling 312.850.2225 or emailing adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com.
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Greater Comfort. Safer Births.
Looking for supportive, natural care that trusts your body during pregnancy and birth? Do you want to have a more comfortable, safer birth free of unnecessary medical intervention and medication?
West Loop Chiropractic can help.
Doctors of Chiropractic work specifically with your pelvis throughout pregnancy to help restore a state of balance, creating an environment for an easier and safer delivery of your baby.
Call or email our office today to learn more about how chiropractic care can help your pregnancy. 312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
West Loop Chiropractic can help.
Doctors of Chiropractic work specifically with your pelvis throughout pregnancy to help restore a state of balance, creating an environment for an easier and safer delivery of your baby.
Call or email our office today to learn more about how chiropractic care can help your pregnancy. 312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
Monday, March 14, 2011
You'll Never Lack the Sun's Rays Again-Get Your Vitamin D Now!
Vitamin D-- The best way to make sure you don't end up with too much or too little vitamin D is to produce it in your own body, by getting some exposure to beneficial ultraviolet A and B rays, like those produced by the sun. The UVB rays from the sun help your skin to produce up to 80% of the vitamin D in your body.
But for many of you, getting ample sunlight just isn't an option. You have busy lives that don't allow for getting outdoors a lot, much less sunbathing. And depending upon where you live, it could be cold out, raining out, or cloudy for weeks on end. Your vitamin D levels can drop as much as 50% in the winter.... you get the idea.
Great news! Now you can get the sun’s beneficial energy in the most convenient place of all – West Loop Chiropractic with the SunSplash Refresh Vitamin D producing Tanning System. With the SunSplash Refresh, you not only get the vitamin D producing rays, but also the ability to help your facial skin gain a more healthful appearance and get a great-looking tan at the same time.
Call or email today to schedule your next appointment - 312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
But for many of you, getting ample sunlight just isn't an option. You have busy lives that don't allow for getting outdoors a lot, much less sunbathing. And depending upon where you live, it could be cold out, raining out, or cloudy for weeks on end. Your vitamin D levels can drop as much as 50% in the winter.... you get the idea.
Great news! Now you can get the sun’s beneficial energy in the most convenient place of all – West Loop Chiropractic with the SunSplash Refresh Vitamin D producing Tanning System. With the SunSplash Refresh, you not only get the vitamin D producing rays, but also the ability to help your facial skin gain a more healthful appearance and get a great-looking tan at the same time.
Call or email today to schedule your next appointment - 312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
Saturday, March 12, 2011
10 Ways to Get More Veggies
Vegetables are a vital part of a well-balanced diet and do far more than help you to manage a healthy weight - can reduce the risk of stroke, heart disease, and some cancers. Here are some ideas from the folks at Take Off Pounds Sensibly, a nonprofit weight-loss support group, to help you get more of these good for you foods into your diet:
1. Make a "pasta" dish with spaghetti squash instead of noodles.
2. Puree cooked veggies and add them to stews, gravies, and soups.
3. Add shredded carrots to muffins or bread.
4. Add raw spinach leaves and an extra-ripe banana to a fruit smoothie. It sounds bizarre, I know, but the sweetness of the banana helps mask the taste of the spinach.
5. Add better-for-you choices like onions, mushrooms, and peppers to your morning omelet instead of your usual meat and cheese. Prepping your vegetables the night before will help you make a better choice and will save you time in the morning.
6. Try mashed cauliflower instead of mashed potatoes. Experiment with spices and different flavorings such as garlic or a bit of Parmesan cheese.
7. Add extra veggies to casseroles, meatloaf, hamburgers, and sauces.
8. Use salsa instead of other condiments or dips.
9. Opt for the whole fruit instead of jellies or jams on your toast or peanut butter sandwiches.
10. Cut up vegetables always make a great, healthy snack choice, so be sure to keep fresh baby carrots, celery, and sugar snap peas towards the front of your fridge so you see them first when looking for a snack.
1. Make a "pasta" dish with spaghetti squash instead of noodles.
2. Puree cooked veggies and add them to stews, gravies, and soups.
3. Add shredded carrots to muffins or bread.
4. Add raw spinach leaves and an extra-ripe banana to a fruit smoothie. It sounds bizarre, I know, but the sweetness of the banana helps mask the taste of the spinach.
5. Add better-for-you choices like onions, mushrooms, and peppers to your morning omelet instead of your usual meat and cheese. Prepping your vegetables the night before will help you make a better choice and will save you time in the morning.
6. Try mashed cauliflower instead of mashed potatoes. Experiment with spices and different flavorings such as garlic or a bit of Parmesan cheese.
7. Add extra veggies to casseroles, meatloaf, hamburgers, and sauces.
8. Use salsa instead of other condiments or dips.
9. Opt for the whole fruit instead of jellies or jams on your toast or peanut butter sandwiches.
10. Cut up vegetables always make a great, healthy snack choice, so be sure to keep fresh baby carrots, celery, and sugar snap peas towards the front of your fridge so you see them first when looking for a snack.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Sunday, March 6, 2011
60 Miles? I Can Do That.
All I Can Do from Komen 3-Day for the Cure on Vimeo.
Please visit http://www.the3day.org/goto/margaretjarvis to make a contribution towards this important cause.
Friday, March 4, 2011
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Saturday, February 26, 2011
Healthier School Meals Rejected in Schools
http://cnn.com/video/?/video/us/2011/02/23/nr.healthy.school.meals.rejected.cnn
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Monday, February 21, 2011
Sweeter Dreams!
It's important to make an overall commitment to healthy, restorative sleep. Here are some tips from the Better Sleep Council for maintaining a healthy sleep cycle and ensuring the best night's rest:
- Make sleep a priority by keeping a consistent sleep (bedtime) and wake schedule, including the weekends.
- Create a bedtime routine that is relaxing. Experts recommend reading a book, listening to soothing music or soaking in a hot bath.
- Transform your bedroom into a haven of comfort. Create a room that is dark, quiet, comfortable and cool for the best possible sleep.
- Evaluate your mattress and pillow to ensure proper comfort and support. If your mattress is five to seven years old, it may be time for a new one. In general, pillows should be replaced every year.
- Keep work materials, computers and televisions out of the bedroom; it should be used for sleep and sex only.
- Exercise regularly, but complete workouts at least two hours before bedtime.
- If you sleep with a partner, your mattress should allow each of you enough space to move easily. Couples who've been sleeping on a "double" (full size) may think they have enough room, until they learn that each person has only as much sleeping space as a baby's crib!
- Avoid nicotine (e.g., cigarettes, tobacco products). Used close to bedtime, it can lead to poor sleep.
- Avoid caffeine and alcohol (e.g., coffee, tea, soft drinks, chocolate) close to bedtime. It can keep you awake.
- Finish eating at least two to three hours before bedtime.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Good-for-You Grains
Forget plain, boring white rice! These healthier options not only taste better, they pack a serious nutritional punch. Try something new and start "reaping" their wholesome benefits!
Quinoa: This grain is rich in magnesium, a mineral that helps relax constricted blood vessels which can cause headaches and migraines. The mild, nutty flavor of quinoa tastes great in soups or salads. Be sure to rinse it well before cooking.
Black Rice: Brown rice is SO last season! This "forbidden rice," once only eaten by Chinese nobles, can help soothe inflammation associated with allergies and asthma. Try substituting black rice for white in rice pudding for a healthier, delicious dessert.
Amaranth: Considered sacred by the Aztecs, this grain contains high amounts of lysine, an amino acid that Italian researchers have found can help women absorb calcium more efficiently. Amaranth is a great popcorn alternative - just prepare in a covered saucepan over medium heat. No oil necessary!
Bulgur (A.K.A. Cracked Wheat): Easily the superstar of grains with 8 grams of fiber and 0 grams of fat, bulgur is available in several grades from fine to extra-coarse. Use coarser grades in casseroles and soups. Prepare and add finer grades to yogurt for a quick breakfast, or use it as a satisfying side-dish at dinner.
For more ideas on how to incorporate these grains into your meals, stop by West Loop Chiropractic at 1000 W. Washington Blvd. To schedule a new patient exam for yourself or your entire family, call 312.850.2225 or email adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com.
Quinoa: This grain is rich in magnesium, a mineral that helps relax constricted blood vessels which can cause headaches and migraines. The mild, nutty flavor of quinoa tastes great in soups or salads. Be sure to rinse it well before cooking.
Black Rice: Brown rice is SO last season! This "forbidden rice," once only eaten by Chinese nobles, can help soothe inflammation associated with allergies and asthma. Try substituting black rice for white in rice pudding for a healthier, delicious dessert.
Amaranth: Considered sacred by the Aztecs, this grain contains high amounts of lysine, an amino acid that Italian researchers have found can help women absorb calcium more efficiently. Amaranth is a great popcorn alternative - just prepare in a covered saucepan over medium heat. No oil necessary!
Bulgur (A.K.A. Cracked Wheat): Easily the superstar of grains with 8 grams of fiber and 0 grams of fat, bulgur is available in several grades from fine to extra-coarse. Use coarser grades in casseroles and soups. Prepare and add finer grades to yogurt for a quick breakfast, or use it as a satisfying side-dish at dinner.
For more ideas on how to incorporate these grains into your meals, stop by West Loop Chiropractic at 1000 W. Washington Blvd. To schedule a new patient exam for yourself or your entire family, call 312.850.2225 or email adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Friday, February 11, 2011
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Monday, February 7, 2011
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Stay Warm Through the Storm
Tips on staying warm (without cranking up the thermostat!).
Be careful out there, Midwesterners! And remember - regular chiropractic adjustments not only help your nerves function at their optimal level, but also help to keep your immune system strong. Call or email to schedule your next appointment today - 312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
Be careful out there, Midwesterners! And remember - regular chiropractic adjustments not only help your nerves function at their optimal level, but also help to keep your immune system strong. Call or email to schedule your next appointment today - 312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Friday, January 28, 2011
Can the cold give you a cold?
We've all heard that cold weather can make you sick, but is it true? Click here to find out the truth behind this common belief.
Keep your immune system functioning at it's optimal level by getting plenty of rest, exercise, healthy and nutritious foods, and regular chiropractic adjustments. To schedule your next appointment or a new patient exam, call 312.850.2225 or email adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com. Mention that you heard of us through social media and your next visit is on us!
Keep your immune system functioning at it's optimal level by getting plenty of rest, exercise, healthy and nutritious foods, and regular chiropractic adjustments. To schedule your next appointment or a new patient exam, call 312.850.2225 or email adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com. Mention that you heard of us through social media and your next visit is on us!
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Monday, January 24, 2011
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Friday, January 21, 2011
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Friday, January 14, 2011
The Hazards of Painkillers
On Thursday the FDA announced that they were restricting the strength of several popular prescription painkillers, such as Percocet and Vicodin, in an effort to prevent people from suffering severe liver damage from overdosing on one of its main ingredients, Acetaminophen. FDA's Sandra Kweder said in a statement, "Overdose from prescription combination products containing acetaminophen account for nearly half of all cases of acetaminophen-related liver failure in the United States, many of which result in liver transplant or death." To learn more, click here.
Why would you put yourself at risk? Manage your pain naturally and worry-free with chiropractic care. Call or email West Loop Chiropractic today to schedule your next appointment.
312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
Why would you put yourself at risk? Manage your pain naturally and worry-free with chiropractic care. Call or email West Loop Chiropractic today to schedule your next appointment.
312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Monday, January 10, 2011
New Autism Study Links Risk Factor to Sibling Spacing
Click here for more on this recent study showing a connection between pregnancy spacing and autism.
Ensure your entire family is healthy and well - call or email today to schedule new patient exams for all your loved ones. 312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
West Loop Chiropractic is located in the heart of Chicago's West Loop neighborhood at 1000 W. Washington Blvd. We offer $3 valet parking, and are conveniently close to several CTA bus and train routes. See you soon and be well!
Ensure your entire family is healthy and well - call or email today to schedule new patient exams for all your loved ones. 312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
West Loop Chiropractic is located in the heart of Chicago's West Loop neighborhood at 1000 W. Washington Blvd. We offer $3 valet parking, and are conveniently close to several CTA bus and train routes. See you soon and be well!
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Saturday, January 8, 2011
West Loop Chiropractic NSRT Patient Testimonials
"I just started doing this & it's very cool! Two sessions into it and I'm a believer. Don't pass up the chance to do this!"
"It's certainly worth giving a try, especially if you have severe allergies."
Friday, January 7, 2011
What's Really to Blame for California's Epidemic of Whooping Cough?
Check out this article from Dr. Mercola on the real culprit behind the recent rash of whooping cough cases in California:
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/01/07/traditional-media-now-questioning-whooping-cough-vaccine.aspx?aid=CD1057
Keep your family healthy and strong all winter long with proper nutrition and preventative chiropractic care. Make sure you have appointments for yourself and all your loved ones - call or email today: 312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/01/07/traditional-media-now-questioning-whooping-cough-vaccine.aspx?aid=CD1057
Keep your family healthy and strong all winter long with proper nutrition and preventative chiropractic care. Make sure you have appointments for yourself and all your loved ones - call or email today: 312.850.2225 or adjustme@westloopchiropractic.com
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Saturday, January 1, 2011
New Year's Day Superstitions
All of us at West Loop Chiropractic hope you are having a wonderful new year so far. To help you celebrate, we thought we'd share some interesting, fun, perhaps little known superstitions of new year's day. Enjoy, and we wish you a happy, safe, and prosperous 2011!
Wear New Clothes
Wearing new clothes on New Year's Day indicates that you will receive more new garments during the year. Red clothing is preferred for New Year's Day since red is considered a happy color and is sure to attract a brighter future for its wearer.
Avoid Crying
It is said that one should avoid breaking things or crying and wailing on the first day of the year if you don't want that to be a pattern for the entire year.
Lucky New Year Babies
Babies born on January 1st are said to be the luckiest of all with that luck continuing throughout their lives. Happy Birthday!
Don't Let Money Leave the House
In several countries, people do not let money, jewelry, precious items or other invaluable things leave home on New Year Day. Hence it is said that one should not pay loans and bills or lend things to anybody. People go to the extent of not taking out garbage or even not dusting their carpets on this day to ensure that nothing goes out of home during the year. If you have to deliver presents on New Year morning, it is advised to leave them in the car since New Year's Eve on December 31st. In case you must take something out from the home, let someone come with the present inside the home first.
Letting the Old Year Out
At midnight, all the doors of a house must be opened to let the old year escape unimpeded.
Stack Up Cupboards and Wallets
It is believed that cupboards stocked up with food and wallets and purses full of money bring prosperity in New Year. Similarly, empty pockets or empty cupboards on New Years Eve portend a year of poverty.
Do Not Wash Dishes
In several societies washing dishes and doing laundry on New Year's day is said to lead to a death in the family during the year. Many people do not even wash hair on New Year's day.
Do Token Amount of Work
It is said that one must do a token amount of work on the New Year's Day. This is said to ensure advancement in career. Starting work on a serious work project is unlucky on New Year's Day.
Make Noise
People believe that the Evil One and his attendants and servants hate din and loud noise. Scare them away by being as loud in New Year celebrations as possible. Church bells are rung at midnight for the same reason.
Don't Keep Debts
Pay your bills and loans before New Year's Eve so you don't have any debt left for the New Year.
Eat Black-Eyes Peas
In the Southern part of the United States it is said that eating of black-eyed peas on New Year's Day will attract both general good luck and money.
Kiss at Midnight
It is believed that kissing at midnight ensures that affections and ties will continue throughout the New Year. On similar lines, it is said, to not do this would be to set the stage for a year of coldness.
First Footing
One must never leave the home before someone comes in first. First footer in the house should be ushered in with a warm welcome and should not have flat feet, cross-eyes or a unibrow.
The Direction of Wind
The direction of wind during sunrise on New Year morning prophesies about the coming year. Wind from south foretells fine weather and prosperous times ahead while wind from north foretells bad weather. Wind blowing from east foretells natural calamities and wind from west foretells plenty of milk and fish for all but death of a person of great national importance. No wind means joy and prosperity throughout the year.
Dance in the Open Air
To dance in the open air, especially around a tree, on New Year's Day ensures luck in love and prosperity and freedom from ill health during the coming twelve months.
Find Future Groom
On New Year's Day if, upon rising, a girl should look out of her bedroom window and see a man passing by, she may reckon to be married before the year is finished.
Drain the Bottle
You could ensure yourself good fortune by draining the last dregs from a bottle of drink on New Year's Eve!
Wear New Clothes
Wearing new clothes on New Year's Day indicates that you will receive more new garments during the year. Red clothing is preferred for New Year's Day since red is considered a happy color and is sure to attract a brighter future for its wearer.
Avoid Crying
It is said that one should avoid breaking things or crying and wailing on the first day of the year if you don't want that to be a pattern for the entire year.
Lucky New Year Babies
Babies born on January 1st are said to be the luckiest of all with that luck continuing throughout their lives. Happy Birthday!
Don't Let Money Leave the House
In several countries, people do not let money, jewelry, precious items or other invaluable things leave home on New Year Day. Hence it is said that one should not pay loans and bills or lend things to anybody. People go to the extent of not taking out garbage or even not dusting their carpets on this day to ensure that nothing goes out of home during the year. If you have to deliver presents on New Year morning, it is advised to leave them in the car since New Year's Eve on December 31st. In case you must take something out from the home, let someone come with the present inside the home first.
Letting the Old Year Out
At midnight, all the doors of a house must be opened to let the old year escape unimpeded.
Stack Up Cupboards and Wallets
It is believed that cupboards stocked up with food and wallets and purses full of money bring prosperity in New Year. Similarly, empty pockets or empty cupboards on New Years Eve portend a year of poverty.
Do Not Wash Dishes
In several societies washing dishes and doing laundry on New Year's day is said to lead to a death in the family during the year. Many people do not even wash hair on New Year's day.
Do Token Amount of Work
It is said that one must do a token amount of work on the New Year's Day. This is said to ensure advancement in career. Starting work on a serious work project is unlucky on New Year's Day.
Make Noise
People believe that the Evil One and his attendants and servants hate din and loud noise. Scare them away by being as loud in New Year celebrations as possible. Church bells are rung at midnight for the same reason.
Don't Keep Debts
Pay your bills and loans before New Year's Eve so you don't have any debt left for the New Year.
Eat Black-Eyes Peas
In the Southern part of the United States it is said that eating of black-eyed peas on New Year's Day will attract both general good luck and money.
Kiss at Midnight
It is believed that kissing at midnight ensures that affections and ties will continue throughout the New Year. On similar lines, it is said, to not do this would be to set the stage for a year of coldness.
First Footing
One must never leave the home before someone comes in first. First footer in the house should be ushered in with a warm welcome and should not have flat feet, cross-eyes or a unibrow.
The Direction of Wind
The direction of wind during sunrise on New Year morning prophesies about the coming year. Wind from south foretells fine weather and prosperous times ahead while wind from north foretells bad weather. Wind blowing from east foretells natural calamities and wind from west foretells plenty of milk and fish for all but death of a person of great national importance. No wind means joy and prosperity throughout the year.
Dance in the Open Air
To dance in the open air, especially around a tree, on New Year's Day ensures luck in love and prosperity and freedom from ill health during the coming twelve months.
Find Future Groom
On New Year's Day if, upon rising, a girl should look out of her bedroom window and see a man passing by, she may reckon to be married before the year is finished.
Drain the Bottle
You could ensure yourself good fortune by draining the last dregs from a bottle of drink on New Year's Eve!
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