Ring in the New Year: Health Tips
Dr. Bob Seiler is a Utah chiropractor that offers a holistic approach to health and wellbeing. As a Salt Lake City holistic chiropractor he offers valuable health tips to help people ring in the New Year.
- Drinking Oolong Tea may help improve mild eczema during the winter months.
- Rubbing the temples can help relieve headaches, especially when using Tiger Balm, white flower oil or peppermint oil.
- Herbal extracts can help reduce swelling and strengthen veins and have been used for thousands of years.
- Ginger helps relieve chest and nasal congestion.
- Exercise offers fatigue-fighting endorphins, helping reduce tiredness and boosting energy levels.
- Rosemary can help improve memory and increase mental alertness.
- Bitters, including radicchio, cooked greens, endive and olives help combat cravings for sugar.
- Sardines, salmon and mackerel are high in Omega-3 Fatty Acids, which are necessary to help tear production in the body.
- Probiotics can help ward off diarrhea and yeast infections. Foods high in probiotics include yogurt, sauerkraut, kefir and kimchi.
- Bilberry, a relative of the high-antioxidant blueberry, is thought to help improve night vision.
- Diets high in potassium and bananas help reduce blood pressure.
- Lavender has natural relaxant properties, helping soothe the body before sleep.
- Capsaicin Cream contains chili peppers, which helps reduce pain and inflammation.
- Massage techniques can help relax the back, reducing pain. Massage therapists specialize in reducing myofascial tension and neuromuscular therapy.
- Garlic is a natural antibacterial and antiviral food that helps boost immunity.
- Holy Basil is thought to help manage stress hormones, including cortisol, to help boost the body’s mood and mental outlook.
- Echinacea is an age-old cold remedy that can help reduce cold symptoms.
- A Neti Pot is an excellent investment, helping flush out irritants and pollen, which can cause sinus infections.
- Triphala can help keep intestines regular with a natural three-fruit blend.
- 10 minutes of small talk helps improve mental clarity, preserves memory and boosts mental function.
- Arnica, a flower, is in several gels, ointments and creams and is used to help reduce bruising and swelling.
- Avoiding products that contain formaldehyde is recommended.
- Japanese foods, such as wasabi and shiitake mushrooms, can help reduce cavities and plaque.
- Staying well hydrated is important, as dehydration can cause headaches.
- Cayenne pepper can help boost circulation and improve blood flow.
- Licorice can help treat canker sores.
- Cranberry juice can help prevent Urinary Tract Infections, as it prevents bacteria from attaching to the bladder’s walls.