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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? “Skin cycling is a four-day cycle of nighttime skincare that introduces active ingredients to your skin that will help with cell turnover without causing irritation or inflammation,” according to Jody Thurman, est...

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. Ingredients 1 large head of broccoli 1/4 red onion, diced 1/4 cup roasted almonds, coarsely chopped 1/4 cup dried cranberries 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons mayonnaise Juice of ½ lemon (or the whole thing, depending on taste) A couple of dashes of hot sauce A small squirt of honey Salt and pepper to ...

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. 1. Strive for an 80/20 diet to balance health and indulgence. Ideally, a perfect diet would be to eat all whole foods 100% of ...

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 industrialized societies like the US, toxins are practically everywhere you look. This elevated exposure to toxins creates 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 symptom...

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. Ingredients 1 cup diced sweet potatoes 1 cup zucchini and squash 1 cup fresh spinach 2-3 scrambled eggs ½ large avocado 4-6 diced grape tomatoes Cremini mushrooms (optional) Goat cheese crumbles (optional) Instructions Sauté the sweet potatoes, zucchini, and squash (or use leftover roasted veggies) over medium heat with oli...

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 aptly called “extreme end-range contractions.” ELDOA exercises promote healing by using global-fascial tension to make...