Where we blog about wellness, fitness & more
With a shortened holiday season and too much stress associated with it, instead of writing out a Christmas or Hanukkah gift list this year, I'd like to suggest you create a "healthy lifestyle checklist." Sure, you're probably going to have to buy a few gifts for...
It seems the hot topic of the month is whether or not to vaccinate. When asked this question, I’m acutely aware of the reason people ask chiropractors this question. There is the assumption that chiropractors, a profession built on holistic healing and not...
Hard to believe, but it has already been about five years since I started working at Capitol Rehab of Arlington. That also marks around the time since I started running. I've run a lot of 5Ks since then and even a few half-marathons, but who knew in that short space...
Not sure about whether to try detox? Seems like it's too long, too hard, too much to ask? Dr. Beck has a short version, a six-day detox that will jump start your metabolism and make you feel great! And the time commitment won't be too big a hurdle, even if you face...
It feels like spring has finally arrived. With the calendar at May 1, the weather is temperamental. Over the weekend, I was in Richmond, where it was 89 degrees. I drove two hours back to DC. It was a balmy 45. The fluctuations are a sure sign that it's time for a...
The benefits of detox are, by definition, right there in the name: DETOX — getting rid of toxins that build up in your body and over the long-term take a toll on your health. Detox allows your body to return to a natural state and to function more efficiently, and...
Most people these days at least pay lip service to a healthy lifestyle. We try to be healthy, cut down on fat or sugar or alcohol and get in some exercise. But even when you think you're paying attention to your diet, did you know that there are numerous toxins you...
The accompanying picture is one I took of those really cool bracelets they give you when you are admitted to the hospital. I got one just last week, after my second visit to the emergency room in two months. As you may have read last month, I was diagnosed with a...
On Wednesday of last week, I joined my son for a competition on PlayStation. It was a glorious feeling after being released from four days in the hospital following my fortunate decision to take time to listen to my body. I had spent three nights in the Cardiothoracic...
