Have you ever thought about how much of your day revolves around looking at a screen? This would be including your computer, iPad or tablet, phone and TV. They are everywhere we look – schools, shops, gas stations, airports, libraries and restaurants. The debate about screen use for kids (and ourselves) has been raging for […]
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The Christmas season is here! Decorations are going up everywhere we look. Christmas music is now playing on the radio and many of you have starting baking your hearts out creating delicious treats for your families (and maybe a couple for yourself). Now a few of you may already be done buying all the gifts
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Sunscreen use has risen in past decades but the problem is that not all sunscreens are created equal and in some cases, it can be harmful. Here is why: There are two ways that sunscreen can protect the skin from sun damage – with a mineral barrier or a chemical one.
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Last month was kids month and we examined a lot of kids! One lady wanted to have her 3 children evaluated but she couldn’t explain to her husband why it was necessary. She said her one daughter had a food sensitivity and was sick often and her other daughter didn’t sleep well but aside from
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Myth: Wake a concussed child every 20 minutes post concussion. Fact: There was a time when it was considered life threatening to let someone fall asleep after suffering from a concussion. But current research shows that sleep is actually the best thing following a concussion. Physical and mental rest is crucial for recovery and although
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‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house…the kids were running wild because they couldn’t wait to open all their presents! Does this sound familiar? I was watching the Grinch the other night (Jim Carey version) and little Cindy Lou Who asks the Grinch Santa Clause, “What is the true meaning of Christmas?”
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Chiropractic is the world’s largest drugless health profession and continues to change and transform millions of lives for the better. However, along the way, a handful of chiropractic myths have emerged that inhibit people’s understanding and therefore the inclusion of chiropractic into their regular health creating routine. Let’s put these misunderstandings to rest and help
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The past fifteen years have been filled with news stories about the “miracle– like” benefits of fish oil (or omega-3’s). Is this supplement snake oil, or are you truly getting bang for your buck? Essential fats are required in our diet. We cannot make them and therefore must consume from an outside source. One category
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This past Saturday, November 15th, we celebrated our 50th Anniversary here at Elmira Family Chiropractic. It was a passing of the torch so to speak and what an amazing day spent with great people! It was cold outside, but that didn’t stop over 125 people from taking the time to come out for a hot drink
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