Strawberry Banana (N)ice Cream
Enjoy the sweetness of ice cream without the guilt! Dietitian Christaney Townsend shares a delicious recipe for Strawberry Banana (N)ice Cream that makes a nutritious dessert in the spring and summer months.
The Neuroscience Behind Anxiety – and How to Train Your Brain Out of It
What situations or triggers typically make you feel anxious? Large social settings or interactions with others? Upcoming presentations or public speaking? Deadlines or growing to-do lists? These situational instances of anxiety are common to us all, but over time, they often morph into persistent or chronic anxiety. Although there are a multitude of triggers and it manifests differently in our behaviors and emotions, anxiety can always be traced back to a specific type of pattern in your brain’s electrical activity.
Tips to Declutter Your Space and Embrace Change
Spring is a time of transition — the weather gets warmer, plants start blooming, and we all start to come out of our winter shells. That winter hibernation period can often leave us feeling cluttered, scattered, and stir-crazy, so what better time than spring to get organized and refocused?
The Esthetician-Recommended Route to Youthful, Clear Skin
You may have heard about the latest skincare trend that’s all over the internet: skin cycling. From anti-aging to acne treatment to lightening scars and hyperpigmentation, skin cycling has emerged as a simple, easy-to-follow, and effective skincare regimen that works towards all of those benefits. But what is skin cycling, and how does it work?
Broccoli Crunch Slaw
Get your cruciferous veggies in with this Broccoli Crunch Slaw recipe from our Director of Administration and Facility Operations, Genevieve Gouaux! This unique, nourishing side dish is a great one to bring to the dinner table.
Our Dietitian’s 5 Rules of Thumb for Healthier Eating Habits
Making changes to your nutrition habits can be difficult — we get it. That’s why baby steps are the way to go when it comes to food. Of course, since attaining a perfect, ideal diet right away isn’t always realistic, the important thing is just to begin moving in that direction. Discover five pieces of advice from our registered dietitian, Christaney Townsend, for simple, daily steps you can take to get the most out of your diet.
Detoxify Your Mind and Body
Have you ever wondered how your body processes the chemicals found in the air, on your food, and in products in your home? What happens when you are exposed to excessive amounts of these chemicals? In our modern, industrialized society, toxins are constantly surrounding you and creating an increased burden on your body’s natural detoxification pathways. You may notice these effects in your body over time with signs like decreased energy, brain fog, sluggish digestion, skin rashes, headaches, and other potential symptoms.
Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash
Enjoy this healthy meal any time of day! Made with sweet potatoes, eggs, and a variety of vegetables, this recipe from our nurse practitioner Jenn McFarland is a delicious way to nourish and fuel your body.
The Secret to Healing Joint Pain and Improving Posture
You probably know of chiropractic treatment and physical therapy for pain relief and posture work, but did you know there is also a specific branch of training that teaches your body to heal itself on its own? The ELDOA method involves a variety of one-minute exercises specific to a certain joint or area of the body that are designed to self-normalize those tissues. These exercises are very specific and sometimes complex stretches — more adeptly called “extreme end-range contractions.”
Protein Pancakes
Start the day out right with these protein-packed pancakes from dietitian Christaney Townsend. Made with oats, eggs, and banana, they're much healthier than pancakes made with refined flour and sugar and will keep you satisfied all morning long.