For years there have been concerns over development of antibiotic resistant bacteria from the over use of antibiotic soaps. Until recently government agencies like the FDA have not take the concerns about antibacterial soaps seriously. Recently the FDA gave manufactures of antibacterial soaps a year to prove that there soaps are safe (FDA Report). Beyond [...]
As we thought through topics that would be most helpful to share with our patients, one of the first that we identified was sitting at your desk/ computer without getting neck or upper back pain. Sounds simple enough, right? I’m guessing, though, that a good number of you (and your coworkers, family, and friends) experience [...]
If you are looking to relieve sinus pressure, nasal symptoms, or allergies, irrigating your nasal passage via a neti pot might be a good option. This salt water flushing loosens and thins mucus, making it easier to expel which can reduce and eliminate the root issue of recurrent sinus issues. Antihistamines, antibiotics or even surgical [...]
The sad truth is that Indy has some of the dirtiest water in the country according to the Environmental Working Group. We discussed this in more detail in our Dirty Water post. There isn’t a lot we can do about the water that comes into our house, but there are a number of options to [...]
Now we've seen the importance of connecting with our friends and family, we also need to nurture our time with our closest person....our self! When we take time for to invest in our own health we can better pour ourselves out in the various roles we have in life. Yes, it can seem selfish or [...]
