SpringWell Health Center: warming

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Maintaining Joint Health through the Winter

As the temperature decreases, joint pain can increase. Here are a few tips to keep your joints happy!

Keep moving! I am sure that you have heard the expression…if you don’t use it, you lose it. Well, that is definitely true for your joints. Cartilage gets nutrients from the fluid around the joint. If you aren’t moving your joints, the cartilage can suffer.

Keep your joints warm. Some studies have shown that changes in temperature can affect the pressure in your joints.

Feed your body what it needs. Studies have shown that increasing your intake of Omega-3’s, Vitamin K, and Vitamin C can reduce overall inflammation in your body. Decreased inflammation can mean decreased pain. You can also take supplements like Chondroitin (1200 mg), and Glucosamine (1500 mg) to help ease joint pain.

About the Author:

Lori Mace is the owner and Chiropractic Doctor of Eugene Chiropractic Group, located at SpringWell Health Center in Eugene, Oregon. She is a knowledgeable, compassionate physician who offers a unique approach to healing that helps people reach their optimal health and meet their personal goals.

Doctor Mace specializes in Graston Technique, comprehensive treatments for most skeletal-muscular conditions including, but not limited to neck pain, back pain (acute and chronic), herniated discs, sports injuries and personal injuries, such as whiplash and other accidental injuries, pre-natal and post-natal care, essential oils, and medical nutrition.

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Thursday, October 24, 2013

Warming Stew for Cool Fall Days

Fall has officially settled in. The leaves are changing and the air is cooling down. This leads us to choose warming foods and herbs, and grounding, yummy root vegetables.

With this in mind, I would like to share with you one of my favorite fall-time recipes for a soup that's perfect for one of those days when it's cold outside and you are looking for something, warm, hearty, and delicious. The prep time for this recipe is about 30 minutes, and the cook time is 20-40 minutes. It is also completely vegan and full of ingredients that are great for the body.

Green Lentil Stew with Kabocha Squash

1 Medium Onion
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 Cup Dried Green Lentils
5 Cups Water
2 Cups Spinach
1 Cup Chopped Celery
3 Tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
1/2 Teaspoon Sea Salt (Himalayan or Celtic)
2-3 Cloves Garlic, chopped (this was not in the original recipe, but I'm a fool for garlic, and it made a great spice!)
2 Cups Chopped Winter Squash (Kabocha)

In a large soup pot, sauté the onions in the olive oil over medium heat until the onions are soft/transparent. (Be careful not to heat these too quickly, as you do not want to burn the olive oil. Burning oil is no good for your health, and if it does burn, do not breathe the smoke, as that is toxic to the body.) Add the water, lentils, and apple cider vinegar to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and add the spinach, celery, & squash. Let this simmer for 20-40 minutes, tasting it for readiness. Enjoy!

Such a delicious and warming meal on a cool, fall day!

Note: It is important to look for organic ingredients (as much as possible) to avoid ingesting any unhealthy anti-nutrients, which may effect the body's ability to use the nutrients in the food. For more information about choosing organic foods, visit my website.

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It is nice to diffuse the oils of cinnamon, nutmeg, orange, clove, and pine on these cooler days as well. These oils are perfect for fall and make your house smell amazing. You can pick up these oils from SpringWell Health Center in Eugene, Oregon or call us to learn more about how to order your own therapeutic-grade essential oils at 24% off retail price.