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From Thanksgiving through New Years, we’ve been in holiday mode. Lots of fun, lots of activity, maybe lots of stress–and lots of holiday eating. Family gatherings, work celebrations and holiday good cheer often means we aren’t observing the optimal diet we know we should. And then there are those edible gifts: while the good news…
Read MoreWinter is upon us. Look outside… shorter, darker, wetter, colder days are the new normal for a few months. You might take the season as a cue to curl up on the couch, alternately reading, drinking hot cocoa, and hibernating until April. Tempting… but don’t let winter weather keep you from staying active! Our Minnesota…
Read MoreHere at Life Wellness Center, we’re thankful for a lot of things. Hear in their own words what some of our staff is thankful for this Thanksgiving season. “The opportunity to join the Life Wellness Center’s staff!” –Dr. Ashley “My husband, family and friends.” –Alex “My family, friends, God, LWC, work, the garden, the beauty…
Read MoreChronic pain and depression: These two maladies are often linked, and they can often become a vicious circle. The Connection Between Chronic Pain and Depression Both depression and chronic pain often interfere with quality of life. Sufferers often struggle to sleep, exercise, concentrate, and perform the normal functions of life and work. They may be…
Read MoreKids all over the nation are back at school and settling down to their routines. Some of these adolescents are excited to return to competitive sports. Teen athletes get great satisfaction from playing, and it can be an excellent step on a path to lifelong fitness, but they’re also at risk for injury while practicing…
Read MoreHeadaches are no fun. Statistics suggest that 80-90% of people suffer headaches at some point in their lives, and one person out of six experiences a headache in a given year. They can range from minor inconveniences to full-blown, painful and debilitating migraines. Three Types of Headaches Only about 5% of headaches are symptoms of…
Read MoreFlip-flops. Call them thongs, call them zories, these familiar casual sandals are the essence of summer. They’re easy to put on and slip off, and they’re just a whisper away from bare-footing it. They’re cheap and fun, coming in a million and one colors. Most amusing of all, they’re a wearable daily example of onomatopoeia–a…
Read MoreIt’s that time of year again: Arch Madness! Sure, much of the country may be obsessing with basketball right now, but at Life Wellness Center, we’re thinking about your arches and the important role they play in your foot’s structure. To help support your arches while they support you, we’re offering a special on Foot…
Read MoreFebruary is heart month — and we’re not just talking valentines. Since it was designated in 1964 by President Lyndon B. Johnson, this month has been dedicated to cardiovascular health. There’s been a lot of research in the five decades since then, and we urge our patients to be heart-conscious in their health and lifestyle…
Read MoreDr. Tom Schmidt, Life Wellness Center founder, was exposed to Chiropractic care as a teenager. It was senior year on the football field. A very good season meant the Rosemount High Irish had their eye on the state championships. Three weeks out, Tom went down on the field. X-rays at the ER revealed a severe…
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