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3 Types of Headaches

3 Types of Headaches

Nov 16, 2022
Did you know headaches affect more than half of the population? There are various types of headaches and recognizing their distinct features can help you and your doctor determine the best treatment strategy. Below...
6 Tips to Help You Sleep Like A Baby

6 Tips to Help You Sleep Like A Baby

Oct 17, 2022
Most people know that sleep is essential for health and wellness, but there’s still a large percentage of adults (more than a third, according to the CDC) who do not get the optimal 7-9 hours of rest each night....
Des Moines Area Health Focus

Des Moines Area Health Focus

Dr. Zac Watkins

Oct 3, 2022
Tell us about yourself and your practice? I have been exposed to nutrition and wellness since I was in high school in Lincoln, Ne. As I went off to college, my focus of studies was pre-med, chemistry, and...
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Why Do Chiropractors "Pop" Joints?

Restricted or irregular joint motion can interfere with normal movement. This can affect global movement and...
Ryan Donahue
October 26, 2021
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Hip Extension and Low Back Pain

When a patient presents with low back pain we also need to understand the relationship that the lumbar spine has...
Abel Shaw
October 12, 2021
5 Reasons to Try Smart Chicken Bone Broth, With Hy-Vee Dietitian, Ashley! image

5 Reasons to Try Smart Chicken Bone Broth, With Hy-Vee Dietitian, Ashley!

5 Reasons to Try Smart Chicken Bone Broth   Bone broth has become a staple in the health-food category for a number...
September 15, 2021
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Should You Exercise If You Have Back Pain?

Low back pain, especially when chronic, can be very frustrating and even debilitating. It can make the simplest of...
Ryan Donahue
July 14, 2021
Three Reasons to Add Red, White and Blue Foods to Your Holiday Table, with Hy-Vee Dietitian, Ashley! image

Three Reasons to Add Red, White and Blue Foods to Your Holiday Table, with Hy-Vee Dietitian, Ashley!

Is there anything more American than the Fourth of July? As we get ready to celebrate the holiday with meals...
June 29, 2021
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What Is the Best Position to Sleep In?

The position you sleep in can have a big impact on how you feel when you get out of bed in the morning.  Many...
Abel Shaw
June 7, 2021
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Making a Difference with Nick Rouse, Spartan Lifestyle Coaching

Tell us about yourself. I grew up in NW Iowa, Emmetsburg, on a small farm.  After graduating from high school I...
May 25, 2021
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This Is How We Treat This Nerve Entrapment

The radial nerve, while less common compared to the median and ulnar nerves, can become entrapped. The radial nerve...
Ryan Donahue
May 17, 2021
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Better Movement Equals Less Shoulder Pain

Shoulder impingement syndrome is a very common diagnosis for shoulder pain. While coming up with the right...
Ryan Donahue
May 11, 2021
Show Mom some love with easy Mother’s Day recipes, with Hy-Vee Dietitian, Ashley! image

Show Mom some love with easy Mother’s Day recipes, with Hy-Vee Dietitian, Ashley!

Mother’s Day is an opportunity to show Mom appreciation for all that she does. Whether it’s making sure the kids...
May 3, 2021