House of Chiro Blog

Prolonged stress, long travel and maybe just one too many fruitcakes can all contribute to the dreaded holiday hangover. Well, with the New Year comes a new opportunity to get healthier, lose those extra kilos, and overcome the holiday hangover. How we eat plays a huge role in our weight and our energy levels. When you have a low energy level, it’s difficult to get the motivation to stay active and exercise. However, when you give your body the proper nutrition, you can have

Bottom Line: Are you overwhelmed by stress? Well, you're not alone. Studies show over 54% of people are concerned with the amount of stress in their daily life. Many of us carry this stress in our shoulders and neck. Muscle tension in our shoulders can contribute to headaches, neck and back pain. Chronic stress can lower your energy levels resulting in irritability, illness, and even depression. But, there is good news! A few simple changes to your daily routine can help yo

Hey there! Happy new year. Let's get 2018 off to a great start with abundantly more energy. Keep reading to learn how... Bottom Line: The best way to feel more energized? Stay active! Top research journals have shown that moderate exercise can increase your energy. A simple 10-15 minute walk can get your blood pumping and increase the oxygen coming into your body, helping you feel more energized and maybe even helping you shed a few extra pounds. Why it Matters: Moderate

Ouch, my back hurts… Sound familiar? Do you stand up after hours hunched over your desk slaving away, only to find your feet numb, pins and needles pouring into your legs, and a war being declared over your neck? While a ‘back-pain-free-desk’ might sound like a fairy-tale, in truth it is much more realistic. Are you willing to save your body from the dreaded desk? If so, read on… Step 1: Desk Duty The best place to start on your quest to a back pain free desk is… your des

Most Mums (& Dads) are so busy looking after those around them they forget, or just don’t find time to look after themselves. It doesn’t take too long to work out if you don’t look after you, there is no-one else to do it! I could go on about how you need 8 hours sleep and to exercise 4-5 times a week, but I know that simply isn’t realistic for most of us! I have put together what I think are super simple, yet incredibly effective changes you can make to your daily routine th