Ingredients:
3 medium tomatoes, diced
1 onion, finely chopped
½ fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
½ cup cilantro, finely chopped
1 green onion, finely chopped
½ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
Directions:
In a bowl combine all ingredients except garlic powder, salt/pepper. Stir until desired consistency then add seasonings. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Serve & Enjoy!
You’re strolling down aisle 5 and instantly become overwhelmed by the countless options of peanut butter available. Not all of them are equal or even healthy. There are certain types of peanut butter that are rich in unsaturated fats, fibers and proteins, while others are packed full of sugars and other messy ingredients like hydrogenated vegetable oils that make them not as appealing. You may even find yourself wondering what is the healthiest choice? What is the deal with powdered peanut butter? Or even what’s the difference in jar vs squeezable pouch? Below are 5 peanut butter options (in no order) and you may be surprised at just how few ingredients they have!
Ingredients: Dry roasted organic peanuts. This brand also offers creamy, unsweetened variety.
Calories 200
Protein 8 grams
Total fat 17 grams
Saturated fat 2.5 grams
Carbs 7 grams
Fiber 3 grams
Sugar 1 gram
Ingredients: Peanuts
Calories 180
Protein 8 grams
Total fat 16 grams
Saturated fat 2 grams
Carbs 5 grams
Fiber 3 grams
Sugar 2 grams
Ingredients: Dry roasted peanuts, palm oil
Calories 210
Protein 7 grams
Total fat 18 grams
Carbs 6 grams
Fiber 1 gram
Sugar 2 grams
Ingredients: Organic peanuts
Calories 180
Protein 7 grams
Total fat 15 grams
Carbs 6 grams
Fiber 2 grams
Sugar 1 gram
Ingredients: Roasted Peanuts, sugar, salt
Calories 60
Protein 6 grams
Total Fat 1.5 grams
Carbs 5 grams
Fiber 1 gram
Sugar 2 grams
Sodium 90 MG
Ingredients:
-12 medium hard-boiled eggs
-1/2 cup olive oil mayonnaise
-1 tsp curry powder
Directions:
-Place eggs in a pan and cover with cold water. Let eggs boil for 7-9 minutes.
-Drain and cover eggs with cold water again. This helps to stop the eggs from cooking further.
-Once eggs are cooled, begin to peel and chop.
-Mix olive oil mayo, curry powder to your egg mixture.
-Top egg salad mixture with fresh parsley.
Serve & enjoy!
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: numbness, pain and stiffness in hand + fingers.
Below are three exercises you can do daily. These simple stretches and exercises only require you, no equipment. These can be done while at your desk, waiting to check out at the store or whenever you find a minute or maybe three to spare.
The Straightforward: Shake
Shaking hands like you are air drying them after washing. Do this technique 1-3 minutes every hour to keep flexor muscles from getting tight and cramped during the day. You could even integrate this method into your hand washing. After all, you are washing your hands frequently.
The Armstrong: Deep Stretch
Place one arm straight out in front, elbow will be straight. Wrist and fingers will be facing ground. Spread your fingers slowly while using other hand to apply pressure downward. This will stretch your fingers and wrist. When maximum point of flexibility has been reached, hold for 15-20 seconds. Rotate hands and repeat.
Tendon Glides: Apply heat prior, ice after
With wrist straight and hand in front of you, fully straighten all fingers out. Bend tips of fingers into hook like position with knuckles pointing up. Proceed into a tight fist with thumb over fingers.
Additional info: Apple heat to hand before performing exercises for about 10 mins. After completing exercises, apple bag of crushed ice to hand for 20 mins to aid in inflammation.
In 2020, patients from our Total Health chiropractic offices sent in an overwhelming number of testimonials about their experiences with chiropractic care in our 8 locations. It has impacted our lives as well as our friends and family! We are asking you to share the love again with us in 2021!
If you’d like to share your journey with us, please fill out a review on Google. Your journey matters and can have a very real impact on others in search of a solution. Here are a select few of our powerhouse reviews and inspiring stories patients have shared with us. Let’s look at 2020, through our patient’s eyes.
“When I first went in, I was in pain that I had been dealing with for way to long, becoming inactive because it hurt to do too much. I noticed a difference in the first week, it has been great to finally start feeling better. I have started doing more every day and have lost 21lbs since my first visit. I am not saying they will help you lose weight but making my back pain better has helped me start getting active again. I can only say great things for Total Health Chiropractic Cleveland. If you are having back problems don’t wait, go see them and feel better. Great doctor and staff will help you feel welcome and well cared for!” -W Brockman
“I just started going to the chiropractor for the first time ever and they made me feel right at home! Everyone is SO friendly! I recommend them 1000x’s over!” -L Wilbur
“Family Chiropractic, Dr Mckeel and staff has really made my life better. you are always greeted with a caring smile you have a feeling of family; the care is excellent, and the outcome of treatment is wonderful.” – C Carver
“Having moved to Cleveland, I was in search of a chiropractor that had a similar treatment/maintenance plan I’ve had for 25+ years. I found Dr. McKeel through a mutual friend. He is awesome! Wonderful staff, clean facility and great treatment plan. Wish I found him sooner! My health has been great since I am getting regular treatments again. Highly recommend!” – l Koller
“I was anxious about using a chiropractor, but Dr. Chad did a great job of making me feel comfortable and helped me immensely. His office staff are friendly and professional. Great experience.” – T Laconca
“Very friendly, knowledgeable staff. Dr. McKeel really works hard to help you get pain relief!” – K DeFriece
INGREDIENTS
-8 large eggs
-4 large egg yolks
-2/4 cup pure maple syrup
-8 cups unsweetened almond milk
-1 tsp cinnamon
-1 tsp fresh ground nutmeg
-4 tsp vanilla
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat over low heat, combine eggs, yolks, pure syrup in a large saucepan. Slowly whisk in milk and ensure that it mixes completely. Add in remaining ingredients. Whisk continually, until mixture thickens. This process should take 30 minutes. Once it reaches desired thick consistency, pour into drink bowl and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Stir before serving.
It is no secret that chiropractic care is vastly growing and becoming a huge source of effective, non-invasive therapy for Americans across the country. The numbers continue to grow with those that seek out chiropractic care. It is estimated more than 35 million people each year take advantage of the benefits that chiropractic can provide. Because of the growing curiosity and impactful therapies, patients often wonder what chiropractic care can do for them, and their families. What conditions do chiropractor treat? You might be surprised to discover it is A LOT!
Do you find yourself wondering what a chiropractor can do for you?! Below are a few common conditions that patients seek relief for at Total Health Chiropractic. New patients receive free consultation, exam and one set of x-rays. Give us a call at 423-517-7000
Offering a variety of foods can aid our children in getting the proper nutrition they need from each food group. Children also are more likely to try new foods when they have developed a taste for other types of foods. Cook together as a family, eat together, make mealtimes family times.
Include Kids While Cooking
Get creative in the kitchen and include our little helpers in the creation of food. More likely than not, kids that have a hand in making the food will give it a try. Give them small tasks such as measuring ingredients, mixing the bowl or tossing a salad together are great places to start. As our little helpers are doing these simple tasks, they start seeing how meals come together. A fun way to include your child is to name a dish after them like “Jack’s Salad”. Cooking with younger kids can be hard work at a slower pace, but payoff is well worth it!
Smarter Snacks
Snacks are in fact life for children, but it is important to snack smart and portion size. Usually if children snack all day by dinner time, they have no appetite to try something new. Attempt to hold off at a certain point in the day and instead give them a taste of what’s cooking for dinner such as veggies or broth. It is simple to hand over a bag of cheese crackers to a cranky child, but to stay on target for developing healthy eating habits it is best to shy away from those crackers. Target snacks that are rich in fiber and protein and this will keep your child fuller longer.
Smart Snack Options: Apple slices with peanut butter, hard boiled eggs, nuts, carrot or celery sticks, low fat string cheese, fruit slices dipped in yogurt, sliced pears & ricotta cheese, whole grain crackers and nut butter.
Lead by Example
Children are majorly influenced by their everyday environment (family, culture, media). Our attitudes towards food as parents is especially important. Children absorb attitudes surrounding eating habits healthy or unhealthy.
– Expose kids to variety of food groups
– Give them praise when they choose a healthy food option
– Do not use food as a reward
– Great habits as a child can mean exceptional habits for life
Ingredients
3 bananas
6 oz. dark chocolate
1/2 cup pistachios, shells removed
Instructions
Slice bananas into 1/2-inch pieces. Cut up the pistachios and set aside. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and begin melting the dark chocolate over low heat. Dip the banana pieces into chocolate and place on baking sheet. Add diced pistachio pieces. Place in the freezer for 2-3 hour to harden. Serve & Enjoy!
July fourth is often an exciting holiday that combines friends, family, fireworks and great food while celebrating America’s independence. But due to COVOD-19, this year looks a little different than previous years. This however is no reason to cancel all celebrations. There are plenty of activities you can do while social distancing and home. Below are some great stay at home fourth of July ideas that the whole family can par-take in!
Virtual fireworks & Parades: Check out your local newspaper or Cleveland’s MainStreet website for more info on if virtual options will be provided.
Create Independence Day red, white and blue food: Create your favorite party platters using patriotic colors.
Host a small gathering backyard cookout: A backyard cookout is the perfect plan for a long weekend in. Check out the CDC’s webpage on Considerations for Events & Gatherings for more information on how to social distance and also celebrate with friends this 4th of July.
Backyard water party: Throw on your swimsuits and create the ultimate backyard water bash! If you don’t have a pool? No worries grab the sprinklers and hose. Create a sunscreen applying station that is easy for friends and family to access to stay safe. Read an American History Novel: Families with little ones this is a great chance to educate kids on our American history. A couple excellent options are I Am Rosa Parks by Brad Meltzer and Two Friends by Dean Robbins.
