Archive for January, 2018
These Natural Alternatives May Help Ease Migraine Pain
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on January 31, 2018
Folks who suffer from migraine headaches know that migraines are rarely relieved with the same OTC medications you’d use for a tension, stress or dehydration headache. While sharing some of the symptoms of these, migraines are far more complex and are often treated with prescription medications. If you are a person who suffers from migraines […]
Read More3 Smart Alternatives to Your Favorite Indulgences
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on January 29, 2018
For many Portlanders, starting the year right may have meant making lifestyle changes that included a change in their eating habits. Lifestyle changes are challenging, and when they involve the foods you eat often, indulgences like fast food, high sodium snacks, and sugary beverages, they can be terrifically hard to follow through with. We love […]
Read MoreOur Favorite Portland Area Scenic Hikes
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on January 26, 2018
For the outdoorsy folks among us, there are few better places to call home than Portland. With glittering rivers, snow-capped mountains and lush verdant forest trails, there is hardly a shortage of outdoor adventures to be had. All of these singular opportunities for physical activity make Portland one of the top ten fittest cities in […]
Read MoreEasy Ways To De-Stress During Pregnancy
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on January 24, 2018
There are those mothers-to-be that are glowing, dewy testaments to the magic of pregnancy, and then there’s the rest of us. While they may have the most enviable Instagram accounts and Pinterest boards with thousands of followers, they are still in the process of building another body within their own body, which is a massive […]
Read More3 Ways To Manage Winter Blues
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on January 22, 2018
Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) affects a surprising number of Pacific Northwest residents. After an abbreviated summer, and faced with endless rainy months, it can become difficult to maintain the same joie de vivre that was so abundant in summer. Signs of SAD include daily depression, loss of interest in once enjoyable activities, low energy, […]
Read MoreCultivating Gratitude – How Thankfulness Can Improve Your Health
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on January 19, 2018
A pillar of happiness, as described by anyone who describes themselves as happy, is the act of gratitude. Showing others that you value and care for them is not just great for them, it’s significantly beneficial to you as well. Studies on the health benefits of gratitude have long revealed identical results—saying thank you can […]
Read MoreTry These Deep Breathing Exercises To Reduce Stress
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on January 17, 2018
Adults have it rough. They’re expected to engage in their jobs wholeheartedly, often sacrificing decades of their professional lives in pursuit of career satisfaction. If they’re a parent they’re expected to be present for their children, anticipating their needs and guiding their actions. If they’ve got a partner, they’ve got a whole other adult’s emotions […]
Read More3 Picky-Eater Approved Healthy Snacks To Make At Home
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on January 15, 2018
Have a few picky eaters under your roof? Or maybe you’re the picky eater—either way, the new year is the perfect time to try exciting new things, food included. Whether your fussy epicures are overparticular grade schoolers, fastidious teenagers, or obnoxiously opinionated adult gourmands, these super simple snacks can keep them nourished and content, even […]
Read MoreCoffee vs Tea — Which Is Better For Your Health?
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on January 12, 2018
It’s likely you’ve read somewhere that either tea or coffee was the warm beverage of choice for health-minded folks. And despite its conclusion, that article would most likely be right. There are many health benefits associated with each of these a.m. staples, and finding the “healthiest” one depends largely on the person ingesting it and […]
Read MoreMeditation Techniques For The Enlightened Novice
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on January 10, 2018
Life is stressful, there’s no use denying it, but there are ways to manage and relieve stress, even when it seems most overwhelming. Meditation is often touted as a dependable technique for easing stress, but for those who’ve never engaged in the ancient art of meditation, that too many seem overwhelming. Consider these few easy […]
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