While watching the top Olympic athletes of 2016 compete, have you ever wondered how they can stay healthy while consuming so many calories every day? An Olympic diet varies for each athlete and the event they’re competing in. The types of meals they’ve eaten since over time have also evolved into healthier options that truly benefit their bodies. Here is how the olympian diet can be used to win gold medals. [Read more…]
Inside a School Sports Physical (Infographic)
Did you know a school sports physical, isn’t just for a child trying out for a sport at their school?
While it’s true most schools require a sports physical in order to try out for sports, there are numerous physical activities that a sports physical can be useful in determining whether or not your child is in healthy enough condition to participate in. Regular physical activities such as running, playing tag, and calisthenics can be dangerous if there is an underlying condition that has gone undiagnosed. A school sports physical can be an important tool to uncover such conditions. [Read more…]
What Does Sugar Do to the Body?
“If you removed all of the items that contained sugar from the supermarket, only 20% of the items would remain!” documentary filmmaker Damon Gameau. That number is unreal when you think about all of the self-proclaimed healthy items lining the shelves. But is sugar really that bad for you? Come along as we answer the question, what does sugar do to the body? [Read more…]
Stem Cell Therapy (Infographic)
Placental Tissue Matrix Therapy, better known as Stem Cell Therapy, is becoming a medical revolution of sorts. Able to treat a variety of ailments and conditions, this versatile therapy uses stem cells from a source and is injected into the affected area that is to be treated. These cells then regenerate tissue there by healing damaged tissue. At Arrowhead Health Centers, the stem cells are collected from the placental tissue that would otherwise be discarded after birth. Tests are done to make sure the placental tissue collected is from healthy sources. [Read more…]
Children and Chiropractic Care
A child’s health is undoubtedly of the utmost importance to any parent. With a growing number of parents connecting their children and chiropractic care, it is no wonder that the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics reports chiropractic therapy as the most common complementary and integrative medicine practice used by children in the United States. In fact, Chiropractors in the US have become the third largest group of healthcare professionals (after physicians and dentists) who have primary contact with patients. The science of this care is based on the relationship between correct spinal alignment and the corresponding health of nerves, muscles, and organs. Therefore, we suggest that by keeping the spine in alignment as a child grows, a high level of wellness can be achieved. [Read more…]
Backpack Safety Tips
Yes, it’s that time of year again. It’s time for your children to return back to school and also time to buy school supplies. Supplies which can add up and lead to a heavy backpack after all is said and done. Dr. Robert Byrne recently wrote an article in the Ahwatukee Foothills News covering important backpack safety tips. These tips can help ensure that unneeded strain is caused on your children’s back and shoulders. Strain which can hinder a growing child’s development long term. [Read more…]
Let’s Get Physicals, Physicals
It’s that time of year again when students are dreaming about first place finishes, the perfect jersey number, and the trophy to beat all trophies. Parents on the other hand, are concerned with physicals: what to get, when to get them, and where to get them. If you didn’t know there are different types of physicals, so let us guide you to the right one so you can rest easy knowing your child is safe as he or she “goes for the gold”. [Read more…]
Dr. Johnston’s Healthy School Lunch Ideas
Dr. Janice Johnston recently wrote an article for the Ahwatukee Foothills News and East Valley Tribune, outlining ways parents can make healthy meals for their children during the school year. In the article, the Arrowhead Health Centers’ Medical Director and family practice physician suggests the benefits of parents taking a little extra time to improve their children’s nutrition are endless. Its important to start with a healthy breakfast each morning and pack a full lunch instead of a few snacks that are quick and easy to prepare. She includes some healthy school lunch ideas to get you started. [Read more…]
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