Category: Dr. Stephanie

  • Unique Gift Ideas!

    If you’re like me, you’re staring down the deadline of Christmas and/or Hannukah wonderingwhat to give to your beloved friends and family to show them how much you care and just howmuch they mean to you. Somehow a gift card feels like you just phoned it in, avoiding the effortor the thought. But yet, with…

  • Breaking the Cycle: Effective Strategies to Overcome Poor Eating Habits

    In a world where fast food restaurants line every corner and sugary snacks are often cheaper than fresh fruits, maintaining a healthy diet can feel like an uphill battle. Many individuals find themselves trapped in a cycle of poor eating choices—reaching for convenience over nutrition, falling into emotional eating patterns, or lacking the time and…

  • Exploring the World: A Guide to Staying Healthy While Traveling

    Traveling is exhilarating, expanding our horizons and feeding our souls with new experiences. However,it can also be physically demanding and stressful, often leading to neglect of our health. Whether you’rea seasoned globetrotter or a novice adventurer, prioritizing your well-being is essential for making themost of your journey. Here are some indispensable tips to keep you…

  • Top Ten Ways to Improve Brain Function Naturally

    The brain, a dynamic and complex organ, controls nearly every aspect of our physical and mental abilities. Just like the rest of our body, it benefits from proper care, stimulation, and habits that promote long-term health. Whether you’re looking to boost your focus, enhance memory, or improve cognitive performance, these practical, natural approaches can help…

  • Unlocking Wellness: The Vagus Nerve and Its Vital Role in Health

    In the intricate web of our bodily systems, there exists a silent hero, often overlooked yet profoundly influential in our overall well-being: the vagus nerve. Aptly named after the Latin word for “wandering,” this cranial nerve meanders through various regions of the body, connecting the brain to vital organs such as the heart, lungs, and…

  • Fall into Health through Playtime

    With the heat and humidity of summer likely behind us, autumn is the perfect time to get outside and make exercise and play a priority. I often wonder why we encourage play in children’s lives but seemingly rebuke play in adulthood. Through play we get physical activity, social and emotional benefits, like stress relief and…

  • The Hidden Dangers in Your Beauty Products: A Guide to Healthier Choices

    Beauty products promise flawless skin and luscious hair, but behind these promises often lie harmful chemicals that can pose significant health risks.  Thankfully consumers are becoming increasingly conscious of what they put on their bodies. With over 10,000 chemicals used to formulate cosmetics, understanding the hidden dangers in beauty products and how to choose healthier…

  • Half Hour to Health: Jeff Phillips, LMT

    Listen to Dr. Stephanie chat with Crossroads Chiropractic’s new massage therapist, Jeff Phillips! Part 1 Part 2

  • Workplace Ergonomics for a Healthy Spine

    Since computer work has become an essential part of our daily lives for decades now, maintaining a healthy spine has become even more challenging and crucial. Prolonged hours spent in front of a computer can take a toll on our posture and spine health, resulting in misalignments, degenerative disc disease and chronic pain. However, with…

  • Inflammation Fighters: The Top Five Foods to Keep You Feeling Great in 2024

    Chronic inflammation is linked to countless health issues, from heart disease to autoimmune disorders.  Thankfully nature provides us with an arsenal of delicious and healthy foods that can help reduce body-wide inflammation, without a prescription. Here are our top five contenders that can make your taste buds pop while combating unwanted inflammation. Fatty fish, such…