“Where’s Your Holiday Spirit?” December 2015 Blog
Happy Holidays!
Thank you for a wonderful year and for allowing us to care for you and your health. Wishing you and yours the very best this holiday season!
Self care is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, so nurture yourself and we will work our magic to restore you to optimum functioning. Here is a list of the chiropractic services we offer… We look forward to seeing you and fostering your wellness. Like us on Facebook to see more news.
Where’s your Holiday Spirit?
Danish Researchers have pinpointed the locations in our brains where, and if, sugar plums dance. According to the British Medical Journal, presence of a ‘Christmas Spirit’ when exposed to holiday related images will show increased cerebral activity. As well, a deficiency in the ‘Christmas Spirit’, referred to as the ‘bah humbug syndrome’ can be found in millions of people who have experienced many years of celebrating Christmas. Read more.
Concussion Awareness Talk
“I was trained to appreciate that the brain has areas that can be compromised functionally and rehabilitated in the absence of a pathology. What this means is that concussion management does not need to be a passive process of rest and waiting, but rather an active care plan that helps the body recover to deal with any sustained deficits.-Dr. Aubrey Tager” read more.
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A Healthier Holiday Treat
When you can’t resist delicious holiday treats but you don’t want to pile on the refined sugars, here is a recipe that can indulge your sweet tooth and give you some antioxidants while you enjoy!
Dark Chocolate Bites
– 8 oz. dark chocolate bar
– Mixed dried fruits & nuts (blueberries, goji berries, almonds, etc.)
Cut the dark chocolate bar into pieces and melt in a microwave safe glass container until chocolate is completed melted. Using a spoon, scoop the melted chocolate onto wax paper and sprinkle the fruit & nut mix on top of the chocolate. Allow to cool or rush cooling by placing into the refrigerator. Share and enjoy!
Detailed recipe can be found here!
IRONMAN Arizona
We tracked down some more awesome photos of Dr. Groves doing his thing at the IRONMAN Race in Tempe, Arizona last month. You know, the one where he finished with a time of 12:43! We are so proud! Go Dr. Groves!!! #IMAR. Check out more photos on our Facebook Page and learn more about the Ironman Arizona!
