http://www.creatingwellness.com/CWMaster/Blog/index.cfm en-us Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0600 Full Partner http://www.creatingwellness.com/utility/showArticle/index.cfm?objectID=312 http://www.creatingwellness.com/utility/showArticle/index.cfm?objectID=312 info@creatingwellness.com () Tue, 24 Aug 2010 12:00:00 CST Reduce pain, fight depression, slow osteoporosis, and other ways to use exercise for a healthier life. Endorphins and Your Mood. Ever notice how much better you feel when you exercise after a stressful day? It's more than just psychological, says David Geier, Jr., MD, sports medicine director of the Medical University of South Carolina. "Exercise kicks in natural brain chemicals called endorphins that elevate your mood." And that's just the beginning. "Exercise is good for all kinds of health problems," says Dr. Geier. Arthritis? Just Add Water Movement helps achy joints feel less achy, but getting started can be tough when you hurt. If exercising on land is too uncomfortable, seek out a pool. Water provides 12 times the resistance of air, so you strengthen muscles without stressing your joints. Also consider other ways to modify your current routine. If you're on a treadmill, for example, raise the incline to increase the challenge instead of jogging or running, which can impact joi ... http://www.creatingwellness.com/utility/showArticle/index.cfm?objectID=300 http://www.creatingwellness.com/utility/showArticle/index.cfm?objectID=300 info@creatingwellness.com () Fri, 30 Jul 2010 12:00:00 CST Vacation Wisely 'Tis the season of travel and with the summer vacations come the meals eaten out and on the go. We all know what it is like to try and eat healthy while eating out. Even with the best of intentions it is easy to make poor decisions when faced with a large menu of options. To help you keep up with the healthy meal choices we have a few tips to share. First, don't allow yourself to fall into the "its vacation - anything goes" mentality. We won't tell you not to splurge at all while on vacation but keep it in moderation. You will thank us in the end! While the thought of eating (and drinking) whatever you want while on vacation may seem tempting you will find that you have less energy and feel worse at the end of the week if you fill your meal with endless unhealthy options. Choose instead to be intentional about what your splurges may be. If you want dessert that evening - eat healthy for the day. If you want the dinner entree that is not the healthiest - forgo dessert. ... http://www.creatingwellness.com/utility/showArticle/index.cfm?objectID=296 http://www.creatingwellness.com/utility/showArticle/index.cfm?objectID=296 info@creatingwellness.com () Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:00:00 CST Dr. Douglas Miller Chiropractor for the NFL Baltimore Ravens Click on the picture to listen to the recording. http://www.creatingwellness.com/utility/showArticle/index.cfm?objectID=293 http://www.creatingwellness.com/utility/showArticle/index.cfm?objectID=293 info@creatingwellness.com () Fri, 09 Jul 2010 12:00:00 CST Buying fresh fruits and vegetables in season is the way to a healthier, tastier lifestyle! The Creating Wellness team Eating fresh vegetables and fruits when they are grown naturally and in season offers many benefits. Fresh local produce is generally less expensive and more flavorful and you're helping local farmers flourish. Or try starting your own garden, even if it's small, and experience firsthand the taste difference of freshly grown produce. Let the seasons determine your menu Seasonal cooking is a natural way of life, not a new concept. Before the 1900s, everyone based their menu on what was in season and what was available that day. When planning your menu, think about food and where it comes from. Seasonal cooking means that when strawberries or asparagus are in season, you use them. All foods have a season. In the fall, think about squash and pumpkin. In the summer, think tomatoes and zucchini. Which foods to buy and when many areas of the country are known for cer ... http://www.creatingwellness.com/utility/showArticle/index.cfm?objectID=270 http://www.creatingwellness.com/utility/showArticle/index.cfm?objectID=270 info@creatingwellness.com () Thu, 10 Jun 2010 12:00:00 CST Reduce your risk of cancer with healthy Grilling ideas. There are many reasons to grill besides bringing out the great taste in steaks and burgers. Grilling doesn't have to be only about beef, it can add delicious flavor to many foods including poultry, seafood and vegetables. What are some benefits of grilling; " No need to add additional fat to the food " The fat on meat drains away " When properly grilled, meat, fish and chicken remain moist and tender. " Clean-up is quick and easy The downside to grilling is its link to an increased risk of some cancers in people who eat a lot of heavily-grilled meats. Two types of cancer-promoting chemicals can form during the grilling process: Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, or PAHs, are in the smoke that interacts with the meat on the grill when dripping fat causes flames to flare. Heterocyclic amines, or HAs are produced by a reaction created when the muscle substances of the meat are exposed to high heat or prolonged cooking. HAs are create ... http://www.creatingwellness.com/health-chiropractic-employee-fitness-nutrition-vitamin/the-mediterranean-paradox/ http://www.creatingwellness.com/health-chiropractic-employee-fitness-nutrition-vitamin/the-mediterranean-paradox/ info@creatingwellness.com () Thu, 27 May 2010 12:00:00 CST The Mediterranean Paradox. A new study shows that high doses of Resveratrol may improve brain blood flow and could potentially boost brain health. Resveratrol is a bioactive compound found in grapes and red wine. Interest in this compound began in 2003 when research showed that Resveratrol was able to increase the lifespan of yeast cells. NutraIngredients notes that: " ...studies in nematode worms, fruit flies, fish and mice have linked Resveratrol to longer lives. Other studies with only resveratrol have reported anti-cancer effects, anti-inflammatory effects, cardiovascular benefits, anti-diabetes potential, energy endurance enhancement and protection against Alzheimer's." Resveratrol has been called the modern-day fountain of youth because it appears to slow down aging and even increase the lifespan of human cells. Sources: NutraIngredients, May 5, 2010 American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, March, 2010 Mercola.com A lot of focus has centered on Resveratrol and its role in enha ... http://www.creatingwellness.com/health-chiropractic-employee-fitness-nutrition-vitamin/are-you-stressed-over-these/ http://www.creatingwellness.com/health-chiropractic-employee-fitness-nutrition-vitamin/are-you-stressed-over-these/ info@creatingwellness.com () Mon, 17 May 2010 12:00:00 CST Top Stressors To Stop Worrying About Dr. Cherine VanWagner Director Creating Wellness Ever notice how a "bug" is going around your office and some people get sick and some don't? Or it knocks some folks out for two weeks, while others are good as new in 24 hours? The strength of our immune system is related to many factors, but one of them is definitely stress. Worry and stress can literally steal resources that could be better used fighting off disease and keeping you healthy. And stress not only depletes immunity, it also shortens your life and shrinks your brain. Here are some things you can officially take off your list of things to stress about! Your Cholesterol: Thought it gets the lion's share of attention, cholesterol is only one of many measurements, and it may be far less predictive of heart disease than was previously believed. Look at the whole picture of risks; your triglycerides (under 100 is great), your HDL (60 for men, 40 for women or better), and the ratio ... http://www.creatingwellness.com/health-chiropractic-employee-fitness-nutrition-vitamin/gluten-intolerant--fact-or-fiction/ http://www.creatingwellness.com/health-chiropractic-employee-fitness-nutrition-vitamin/gluten-intolerant--fact-or-fiction/ info@creatingwellness.com () Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:00:00 CST Glen Depke, Traditional Naturopath Depke Wellness, Inc. www.DepkeWellness.com Are You Gluten Intolerant? Understand the facts. Do you find you have some health challenges but haven't quite been able to get to the root of them? Do you find you have some issues with your digestion, immune system function or adrenal function? Have you had enough of "symptom management"? Would you like to finally address some of the root causes of your symptoms One of the most common food intolerances that I have seen in clients is gluten. When a "gluten-free diet" was first discussed some years ago, it appeared to be just another fad diet- but the issue with gluten is quite real. Consuming gluten- a common component of grains-- can create some serious health complaints and a variety of symptoms. If you are gluten-intolerant, this can easily lead to challenges with your digestive system, your immune system function as well as your adrenal glands and this can lead into a wide variety of symptom ... http://www.creatingwellness.com/health-chiropractic-employee-fitness-nutrition-vitamin/are-your-multivitamins-helping-or-hurting-you/ http://www.creatingwellness.com/health-chiropractic-employee-fitness-nutrition-vitamin/are-your-multivitamins-helping-or-hurting-you/ info@creatingwellness.com () Thu, 11 Feb 2010 12:00:00 CST If you're looking for the right multivitamin for you and your family this brief blog is a must read. Know the facts of what you're purchasing to ensure it's beneficial and of the highest quality. By now you know that not all multivitamins are the same. Some may, in fact, do nothing for you, while others could actually cause damage to you. Don't just take any multivitamin because you believe it's the healthy thing to do. Here are some key things to better prepare you when purchasing your next beneficial multivitamin: Is your multivitamin whole food or synthetic? Vitamins derived from food or made from food are considered the best. Synthetic vitamins are typically found in discount vitamin stores and these products typically us cheap synthetic isolates. Isolated vitamins are partial vitamins that are often combined with other chemicals. They are a low-end alternative to whole, real food. The issue with synthetic vitamins is that Nature intended for you to eat food in its whole form ... http://www.creatingwellness.com/health-chiropractic-employee-fitness-nutrition-vitamin/whats-soda-doing-to-your-body/ http://www.creatingwellness.com/health-chiropractic-employee-fitness-nutrition-vitamin/whats-soda-doing-to-your-body/ info@creatingwellness.com () Thu, 07 Jan 2010 12:00:00 CST Love soda? Check this out... Here's what occurs to Your Body within 1 hour of drinking soda ! I have to admit, as a former coach, I used to cringe when I saw the amounts of soda my athletes could put away in a day. We may as well have installed a soda-pop fountain instead of the water fountain in the locker room. One day I almost choked on my lunch when I witnessed a baby's bottle filled with Cola. Since that memorable day, I have met others who regularly purchase soda for their tots and think nothing of it when they stock the fridge with a variety of soft drinks (aka - soda). One thing I know for sure: soda is in no way beneficial to your baby, child or YOU! According to the ...