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We’ve talked a lot about the benefits of a Mediterranean or Anti-inflammatory diet.  Well, further research suggest that it may also lower your risk for depression.  It’s another great reason to incorporate this type of eating into your lifestyle.  Read more about this research below:   Mediterranean diet linked to 33 percent lower depression risk

Do you want to enter your golden years being more healthy?  A new study shows that having higher omega-3 levels are a good place to start. “We found that higher blood levels of omega-3s from seafood were associated with a higher likelihood of healthy aging and also saw that people with the highest blood levels […]

At ChiroMend, we have long promoted a Mediterranean/Anti-Inflammatory diet.  Now, further research suggest that limiting carbohydrates for breakfast helps in reducing weight and waist size. “Restricting carbohydrate in the morning, in addition to a low-calorie Mediterranean diet, led to improved weight and fat loss, lower body mass index (BMI), and a reduced waist circumference compared […]

Over the last several months, we have seen an increase in child and adolescent patients.  There are many reasons for this, but most of these kids are involved in athletics.  Chiropractic is great for helping to treat sports injuries, but it’s also a great way for your young athlete to improve their performance, joint mobility, […]

Walking is important for the health of your low back.  Most of us sit at work all day, and then sit at home at night, so it’s important for our joints to get some movement during the day.  Those with low back pain may find that walking will help to loosen the joints and muscles […]

If so, then what is the effect?  We believe that Chiropractic care is effective and safe, but it is great when research studies continue to further prove this. The study (linked below) was performed on US military personnel.  They added chiropractic care to their usual model of low back treatment.  Patients who received the chiropractic […]

I recently came across this very interesting research.  We usually think of chiropractic care as helping to relieve aches and pains.  Can chiropractic care also improve your mood?  Well, pain can and does affect your mood.  So, it stands to reason that if pain is reduced, then one’s mood can be lifted.  The research that […]

September has been designated as National Drug-Free Pain Management Awareness Month.  The purpose is to raise awareness of the dangers of over-the-counter and prescription pain medication.  Chiropractic Medicine is a conservative approach to pain relief, but has proven to be highly effective in reducing pain and improving function.  The following article reveals some shocking facts […]

When you hurt your back, neck, or knee, do you go looking for your bottle of Advil or Tylenol?  Or maybe you call you Primary Care doc for something stronger? Your first thought should be to call your chiropractic office for an appointment.  Research continues to show that Chiropractic adjustments are safe and effective at […]

Are processed meats such as ham, bacon, and sausages just as bad for you as cigarettes?  We are one of the top meat eating countries, and we also have high rates of cancer.  The following article explains why the World Health Organization has placed cured and processed meats in the same category as asbestos, alcohol, arsenic […]