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The old adage of “you are what you eat” is actually only partially true. Yes, the quality of nutrition and calories that you consume are important factors of overall health. But how much of that nutrition your body is able to assimilate and incorporate into its muscles, neurons, and tissues is just as vital. And all that depends on your digestive system.The old adage of “you are what you eat” is actually only partially true. Yes, the quality of nutrition and calories that you consume are important factors of overall health. But how much of that nutrition your body is able to assimilate and incorporate into its muscles, neurons, and tissues is just as vital. And all that depends on your digestive system.

We’ve searched the surrounding Clifton area for only the best chiropractors. Our top 5 picks are listed below along with their contact information.

The world is full of germs. The good news: exposure to germs allows your body to adapt and strengthen accordingly. Even better news: there are ways to empower your immune system without having to get sick.

Tis the season for waiting in airport lines, spending a little too much money, Googling gift ideas, getting stuck in traffic, navigating through crowds, dealing with fluctuating COVID-19 regulations, and of course, family.

“I only went out for a walk and finally concluded to stay out till sundown, for going out, I found, was really going in.”

― John Muir, John of the Mountains: The Unpublished Journals of John Muir

Deep breathing is prescribed for a vast array of problems. Feeling anxious? Take a breather. Feeling angry? Breathe and count to ten. Feeling overwhelmed? Well… you get the idea.

Oceans remain vital for the survival of human beings and many other species' sustainability. Therefore, we must treat the oceans with respect and preserve their ecosystem.

Whether before a workout or just to get your blood flowing in the morning, physicians and health experts around the globe agree that regular stretching can improve your health. And I am always encouraging patients to incorporate stretching exercises within their daily routines

In general, stretching helps to lower the risk of injury and improve your overall wellbeing. More specifically, stretching provides these 6 major benefits: increased range of motion, less back pain, increased flexibility, improved blood flow, a healthier heart, and less stress.

While the benefits of stretching are clear, however, there exists plenty of confusion within the fitness community about when and how we should stretch. But whether you stretch before and/or after a work-out (or through regular yoga), stretching offers the same great benefits that help reduce the risk of injury and improve overall wellbeing.

We’ve all heard the proverbial phrase “you are what you eat” in some form or other. Proper nutrition and good eating habits are healthy living fundamentals. The deceptively simple act of eating healthy, however, is influenced by complex factors. You may assume that your regular diet is full of essential vitamins and minerals but the truth is that not all fruits and vegetables are created equal. 

Despite an abundance of healthy food options, America’s obesity epidemic doesn’t seem to be going away. The reason is three-fold: larger societal and environmental factors that are affecting the produce we consume (AKA “soil depletion”), corporations prioritizing profit margins over community health, and individual eating habits. When combined, these factors lead to a consistently calorie-rich but nutrient-poor diet. And a year of lockdowns has not improved the situation.

There’s another often-used proverbial phrase: “Knowledge is power.” Know what you’re consuming, avoid misinformation, and empower your eating habits. 

Our mood and emotions are intrinsically tied to our brains’ wellbeing. When we encounter stressful and traumatic situations the brain’s limbic system mobilizes its soldiers into action. But left in the field for too long, they become fatigued and shell-shocked. 

Your physical actions and psychological mentality can contribute to either a never-ending stress feedback loop or a healthier and more sustainable mind-body-connection.

The old adage of “you are what you eat” is actually only partially true. Yes, the quality of nutrition and calories that you consume are important factors of overall health. But how much of that nutrition your body is able to assimilate and incorporate into its muscles, neurons, and tissues is just as vital. And all that depends on your digestive system.The old adage of “you are what you eat” is actually only partially true. Yes, the quality of nutrition and calories that you consume are important factors of overall health. But how much of that nutrition your body is able to assimilate and incorporate into its muscles, neurons, and tissues is just as vital. And all that depends on your digestive system.