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General Wellness Articles

You Are What You Eat (06/25/08)
Summer is the perfect time of year to branch out of your normal eating routine and try new, local, fresh ingredients. With...more

Scoliosis (06/25/08)
Scoliosis affects 5 to 7 million people in the United States. More than a half million visits are made to doctors’ offices...more

Artificial Sweeteners (05/14/08)
What we put into our bodies is an important piece of the health puzzle. We all know not to put diesel gas into our cars that...more

Back Pain: What Works (Forbes Magazine) (05/14/08)
The latest issue of Forbes Magazine includes an article regarding back pain and treatments that have been proven to be...more

Back Pain Facts and Statistics (04/23/08)
Although we care for more than just back pain, many patients visit chiropractors looking for relief from low back pain.  In fact...more

Probiotics Help Runners Stay Healthy (04/23/08)
Endurance runners' strenuous training can erode their immunity and make them more vulnerable to catching colds, but a daily...more

How Many Drugs to You Want to be On? (03/31/08)
USA Today finds that all you have to do is ask. As research on big-pharma continues to shine light on the true intentions of...more

The Power of a Chiropractic Adjustment (03/31/08)
As you all know, chiropractic is the best choice for people dealing with low back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica...more

Smile, Spring has Sprung! (03/31/08)
As if the beautiful weather isn’t enough to make us all smile, we have compiled the following list of humorous ‘commentary’...more

Sleep Tight (02/20/08)
A list of helpful hints for getting a restful nights sleep..more

Start Laughing (01/23/08)
We know that we are in the midst of another "freezing" California winter, but don't let that stop you from recommitting...more

No Laughing Matter (01/23/08)
Earlier this week, Merck and Schering Plough released information regarding two of their biggest sellers, Vytorin and Zeti,...more

Yoga Can Benefit Chiropractic Patients (12/19/07)
According to 2005 and 2003 studies by Yoga Journal, 16.5 million Americans practice yoga and at least 12% of the population...more

Holiday Survival (12/19/07)
The holidays seem to come earlier and earlier every year -- and along with them, the stresses and strains of frenzied holiday...more

Back To School Basics (08/22/07)
Back Pack Safety Checklist: One of the fundamental pieces of any back to school ensemble is, of course, the backpack, and although...more

Plant and Rake Without the Ache (07/31/07)
Every season, our bodies take on new tasks. From the shoveling of snow in winter (not much in Santa Barbara) to the mowing...more

Hollywood Stunt Performers Credit Chiropractic
(07/31/07) Hollywood stunt performers who depend on their physical abilities are giving credit to chiropractic for their ability to be at...more

Vitamin D and Calcium Shown to Reduce the Risk of Cancer (06/20/07)
This study has revealed that supplementing with vitamin D and calcium can reduce your risk of cancer by an astonishing 77...more

Boning Up on Healthy Habits (05/22/07)
What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis, is a condition characterized by low bone mass and structural deterioration of bone tissue....more

Chiropractic and High Blood Pressure (04/25/07)
A recent study, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) has shown an astounding result...more

Chiropractic Adjustments for Ear Infections? (04/25/07)
Many parents, and even pediatricians, are becoming aware of the fact that chiropractic adjustments aid children...more

Are You Familiar with the New Nutrition Pyramid? (03/22/07)
A Guide to Healthy Living. The pyramid shows food groups as a series of differently sized colored stripes...more

Adolescent Dieting May Predict Weight Gain (03/22/07)
Adolescents who go on diets to lose weight may be significantly increasing their odds of gaining weight, say...more

Healthy Heart (02/21/07)
Heart disease may be the leading cause of death for both men and women, but that doesn't mean you have to accept it...more

Keep It Dark At Night (01/17/07)
Recent research has shown that altering your sleep cycles negatively influences hormone release and may raise your risk for...more

Antibiotics Not Needed for Runny Noses (01/17/07)
Many patients are suffering from runny noses at this time of year, a new study suggests that doctors not prescribe antibiotics...more

Can Driving Cause Back Problems (12/20/06)
As the holiday seasons are upon us, many will depart on long journeys to visit loved ones. Outside of the mental stress...more

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Pregnancy and Pediatric Articles

Dr. Nicole's Kid Corner: Federal Court Rules in Favor of Vaccine Victim (06/25/08)
The U.S. Court of Federal Claims has recently ruled in favor of a child alleged to have regressed into autism as a result...more

Dr. Nicole’s Kids Corner: Exercise Good Judgment While Enjoying the Outdoors with Baby (04/23/08)
From biking and hiking to walking and jogging, today's parents are keeping fit and bonding with their babies in the process...more

Dr. Olsen's Kid Corner (02/20/2008)
A study released from the University of Washington last week found baby shampoos, lotions, and powders may expose infants...more

Children Need to Practice Good
Computer Ergonomics, Too (08/22/07)
"Emphasis needs to be placed on teaching children how to properly use computer workstations," stated Dr. Scott Bautch, a member of...more

Dr. Nicole’s Corner: Vitamin D and Pregnancy
(03/22/07) More than half of pregnant women today do not have sufficient amounts of vitamin D, even with prenatal vitamin...more

Dr. Nicole’s Corner: Did you see the Santa Barbara NewsPress on April 24?
(03/22/07) The NewsPress ran an article from the Orange County Register, explaining the benefits of chiropractic care...more

Nutrition and Pregnancy (03/22/07)
At no other time of life is nutrition as important as during pregnancy. Pregnancy is a time of great change and growth...more

Trying to Conceive? (02/21/07)
For some couples it is not as easy to get pregnant as just trying. In order to conceive, your health is of utmost importance...more

Down Syndrome Test Urged for Pregnant Women
(12/20/06) There's a big change coming for pregnant women: Down syndrome testing no longer hinges on whether they're older...more

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Recipes

Grilled Shrimp Satay with Peaches and Bok Choy
Shrimp & Couscous Jambalaya
Eggplant Salad
Roast Lemon Chicken with Spring Vegetables
Energy Bars
Super Bowl Chili
Celery Salad with Apples, Walnuts and Mustard Vinaigrette Dressing
Sweet Onion, Avocado and Shrimp Salad
Healthy School Snacks
Grilled Peaches
Salmon Cooked in Romaine Lettuce
Berry (Barry) Delight Smoothie
Grilled Portobellos Filled with Wild Rice-Almond Pilaf and Piquillo Pepper Vinaigrette
Grilled Shrimp with Pineapple Salsa
Chicken Chili
Tomato Soup
Amazingly Healthy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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