tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76314198371754732492024-03-19T01:31:39.256-07:00Chiropractic Centre for Optimum HealthChiropractic Centre for Optimum Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16837490562456871250noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7631419837175473249.post-88736214705892356412014-04-21T13:43:00.001-07:002014-04-21T13:43:55.471-07:00Join us and embrace your inner goddess!<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/TAylfHcxf-M" width="480"></iframe>Chiropractic Centre for Optimum Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16837490562456871250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7631419837175473249.post-62843193480664616242013-06-11T14:33:00.003-07:002013-06-11T14:33:58.125-07:00Delicious Raw Truffle Balls<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">These chocolate-y treats
are fantastic! Teresa made them and
brought them in to share with staff and patients. One happy patient said “Two thumbs up! I give my seal of approval!” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">They taste like chocolate
truffles but are full of healthy ingredients like dates and walnuts. And best of all, they take 10 minutes to make
from start to finish! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">This recipe is from the
website www.youngandraw.com.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Put all ingredients into a
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Roll dough into small
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Teresa suggests rolling
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Photo credit goes to www.backtoherroots.com</span></div>
Chiropractic Centre for Optimum Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16837490562456871250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7631419837175473249.post-32901515961976764822013-04-03T10:35:00.001-07:002013-04-03T10:42:29.421-07:00Back Pain is the #1 Cause of Disability Worldwide<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-font-kerning: 18.0pt;"><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 11.25pt; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 4;">
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">A series of studies emerging from the Global Burden of Disease 2010 Project<sup>1</sup> clarifies the worldwide he</span><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">alth burden of musculoskeletal conditions, particularly back and neck pain. Low back pain has been identified as the number-one cause of disability worldwide and neck pain the number-four cause.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><em> Overall, musculoskeletal conditions represent the second leading cause of global disability. <o:p></o:p></em></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Findings show that the burden of disability is making a larger footprint in global health compared to a mere 20-30 years ago. In addition, while more people are living longer, they do so with an increasing risk of living with the burden of pain, disability and disease compared to generations past.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> </span><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The seven studies from Global Burden of Disease 2010, as well as accompanying commentaries, appear in <i>The Lancet.</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span>Chiropractic Centre for Optimum Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16837490562456871250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7631419837175473249.post-78818188053983465152013-03-30T11:13:00.000-07:002013-03-30T11:13:17.927-07:00An Alternative to Easter Chocolate<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Easter Sunday is tomorrow! Many are enjoying egg hunts, family dinners and...chocolate!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So much chocolate in so many different forms can be tempting. If you'd like to enjoy the taste of chocolate, try this easy recipe! Chris brought it in for us and it was absolutely delicious!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3 tbsp of coconut oil</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">8 packages of stevia or, if you prefer liquid stevia, 2 full droppers</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Place coconut oil and cocoa in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for about 1 minute.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Line a container with wax paper, pour the mixture into the container and place in the fridge for about 20 minutes. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Note: this must stay refrigerated to maintain its "brittle-like" texture. It will become soft at room temperature.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Chris also recommends using cupcake liners to create individual servings. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Yesterday was the first day of Spring!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Though it may not feel like it today (snowing and about -10˚C) we have<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"> officially</i> made it through the winter.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">The coming of spring signifies many wonderful things:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>growth, new beginnings, (re)birth and life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_EybZlmNhOUY4nAVvrrzPSy96nTjADWtQwTnuWK5-7sLqKdaaIbA69ZNx7mA_NL3HUPtKP7FWX0dT0KmRAkstCwWrz4_8PKaI_0sDIPyqZFjBidck5Qym5GWUQf3lmz7P3EqXxbONLjMn/s1600/spring.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="126" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_EybZlmNhOUY4nAVvrrzPSy96nTjADWtQwTnuWK5-7sLqKdaaIbA69ZNx7mA_NL3HUPtKP7FWX0dT0KmRAkstCwWrz4_8PKaI_0sDIPyqZFjBidck5Qym5GWUQf3lmz7P3EqXxbONLjMn/s320/spring.jpg" ssa="true" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">1.<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Put a spring in your step</span></b><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Whether you are preparing for your golf game, getting ready for bathing suit season or just coming out of your winter hibernation, there is no better time to be active.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With the sun shining and the birds singing, this weather is perfect for getting outside and being active.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Just put on your jacket and shoes and get walking!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">2.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Enjoy home-grown goodness</b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The growing season is starting!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you decide to eat fruits and vegetables during their peak season you are in for a treat.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They are usually more nutritious, extremely flavourful and less expensive.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Bonus points if you chose locally sourced produce!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Check out this link to find out when <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:state w:st="on">Ontario</st1:state></st1:place> fruits and vegetables are in season:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><a href="http://www.foodland.gov.on.ca/english/availability.html">http://www.foodland.gov.on.ca/english/availability.html</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">3.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Do some spring cleaning</b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The term “spring cleaning” usually conjures up visions of washing drapes and chasing dust bunnies.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Why not clear out “mental clutter” instead?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Choose a few things on your lengthy to-do list that you’ve been putting off.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Spend 10 minutes and write about an issue that is bothering you.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Tackle a task that has been causing you anxiety.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These little steps can reduce stress, worry and even help you sleep!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">4.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Breathe in that fresh spring air</b> <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Take in a deep breath and count to 3…..and hold….aaaaaaaand release!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Sound familiar? <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Deep breathing techniques are found in many types of therapy, probably because they are both simple and effective.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Take slow, deep breaths.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Imagine your stress and worry leaving your body with each breath.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This can be done anywhere…at work, in the shower, even in the car while you’re stuck in traffic!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">For more information about Spring Wellness Tips or to book a Spring Spinal Assessment, please call us at 905-420-7231. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Chiropractic Centre for Optimum Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16837490562456871250noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7631419837175473249.post-29742442958025050382013-03-06T12:44:00.002-08:002013-03-06T12:44:36.734-08:00Six Reasons For Chiropractic During Pregnancy<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;">The Chiropractic Centre for Optimum Health is a family practice.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In addition to treating post-partum women (and their newborns!), we also see women who are pregnant.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;">During pregnancy, women’s bodies undergo huge physical, chemical and emotional changes in a short period of time.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Chiropractic care can help ease this transition and ensure that everything goes smoothly. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"><u><strong>The top six reasons to get adjusted when you are pregnant:<o:p></o:p></strong></u></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;">Chiropractic care during pregnancy can ease the transition of each trimester and greatly improve the labour experience.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>After birth, newborns can also receive chiropractic care and continue the journey of optimum wellness that they started in the womb.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"><strong>If you are pregnant and want to explore chiropractic care, please call (905) 420-7231 to book a consultation. </strong></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 10pt;">Adapted from “Five Reasons to Get Checked by A Chiropractor During Pregnancy” by Dr. Andrea Ryan.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Fallon, J. (1991) The effects of chiropractic treatment on pregnancy and labor: a comprehensive study. From Proceedings of the world chiropractic conference. Pp 24–31</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">.</span></div>
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Chiropractic Centre for Optimum Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16837490562456871250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7631419837175473249.post-21890591737004441642013-02-28T14:38:00.001-08:002013-02-28T14:39:09.109-08:00Annual Repetitive Strain Injury Awareness Day!<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><u> </u></span>February 28<sup>th</sup> , 2013 is the 14<sup>th</sup> annual International Repetitive Strain Injury Awareness Day!</div>
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Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) is a general term for muscle, joint, tendon and nerve damage caused by overuse.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It includes specific conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow and “blackberry thumb”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Also known as “occupational overuse syndrome”, RSIs are the most common type of workplace injury.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>One in ten Canadian adults suffer from decreased quality of life due to their RSI.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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Repetitive Strain Injuries cause inflammation which leads to pain, numbness, and weakness in the affected area.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The most commonly affected areas are shoulders, elbows, wrists, fingers, thumbs and the lower back.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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Repetitive Strain Injuries are usually caused by sustained position or movement over a long period time.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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When these movements continue without adequate time to let the tissue rest and heal, injury occurs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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Treating a RSI promptly can help ensure that permanent damage is not done.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In addition to getting <strong>ergonomic education</strong> from your workplace, proper <strong>stretching and strengthening</strong> of the affected area can help reduce symptoms and future injury.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><strong>Low-level laser therapy</strong> is also extremely effective at reducing inflammation, increasing circulation, decreasing pain and improving recovery time.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><strong>Chiropractic</strong> treatment is also important for RSI recovery because it helps resolve underlying joint restrictions and nerve entrapments. </div>
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Chiropractic Centre for Optimum Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16837490562456871250noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7631419837175473249.post-4771139536808950172013-02-26T16:18:00.001-08:002013-02-26T16:19:39.715-08:00Elegant Scarlet Quinoa recipe!<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
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An elegant and delicious dish...it's also easy to prepare!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">Turn quin</span>oa into a crimson grain salad by stirring in some raw grated beets and adding a vinaigrette.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It’s best served warm or at room temperature.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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After you get raves about its gorgeous appearance, sit back and enjoy the request for second helpings!</div>
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<u><strong>Ingredients:</strong></u></div>
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Just-cooked quinoa - 3.5 to 4.5 cups</div>
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Raw beets – 1 cup grated</div>
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Fresh parsley or coriander – ½ c minced and tightly packed</div>
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Scallion greens – 1/3 c</div>
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Fruity olive oil – 2-3 tablespoons</div>
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Lemon juice – 1/3 c to ½ c<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>freshly squeezed</div>
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Sea salt to taste</div>
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Shake your money maker</div>
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<u><strong>Method:</strong></u></div>
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1. Fluff up just-cooked quinoa and stir in beets so that all the grains turn scarlet.</div>
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2. Stir in parsley, scallion greens, olive oil, 1/3 cup lemon juice and salt. </div>
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3. Serve warm, or refrigerate until needed. Serve at room temperature. </div>
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4. Drizzle with remaining lemon juice if desired. </div>
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5. Serve on a bed of lettuce and surround with carrot sticks. <br />
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Serves 4 to 6</div>
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Note:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Maximize the fibre in this dish by leaving the beet skin on.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Just scrub well before grating.</div>
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Recipe credit goes to Amber Waves of Grain.</div>
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