April showers bring May flowers … and Spring Cleaning for both the home and body! Being mindful of your home products is super important for four major reasons: 1. Keep your kiddos safe! “Household cleaning products are responsible for many unintentional poisonings in children and are consistently in the...
Wellness Jumpstart 2016
Healthy Pregnancy and Beyond: Essential Oils & Other Protocols
When it comes to pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum phase, there are three key elements of a holistic approach: nutrition first and foremost, regular chiropractic care, and the use of essential oils and other natural supplements. Nutrition, chiropractic care, and essential oil safety during pregnancy were previously discussed in Healthy Pregnancy:...
Healthy Pregnancy: a Holistic Approach
“Holistic” can mean different things to different people, but is generally defined as taking into account the whole person, including mental and social factors, rather than focusing only on the physical aspects. “Holistic” typically also means utilizing multiple methods, including natural forms of care. When it comes to supporting...
Healthy Cooking with Essential Oils
Pure essential oils are potent. Internal use is a personal choice, and not all essential oils are equal in quality. The industry is not regulated, so labels can be confusing. Before choosing to ingest, it’s important to research the policies and procedures of the brand to ensure there...
Spice It Up! Essential Oils for Romance
Although romance wasn’t a topic of our 2016 Wellness Jumpstart, sexual health and relationship satisfaction are important elements of a wellness lifestyle. Since Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, enjoy this special bonus in the Wellness Jumpstart series! One night at bedtime, I chose Bergamot and Ylang Ylang for...
The Science of Self-Care: Change Your Brain to Change Your Life
These notes are from a presentation given by Dr. Mackenzie McNamara on January 23, 2016. By nature, the information here is abbreviated. For more information, please visit Gateways Chiropractic. YOU. You are awesome! And more powerful than you have ever been permitted to believe. You are self-healing, self-regulating, and...