Content about Health

Hospitals and medical centers add integrative therapies to health offerings; breastfeeding benefits for child behavior; risks of low vitamin D for infants; and reduce bullying with kids' massage.

Aromatherapy is more than just scented candles and soaps. Learn how this therapeutic practice uses essential oils from plants for psychological and physical relief, and how you can incorporate aromatherapy for your own health and well-being.

Want to incorporate some strength training, but are limited on time? These simple isometric exercises allow parents to fit in a quick workout while the little one naps. At work? Skip the coffee and danish and do these instead!

Herbal supplements are classified by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as part of a general group of "dietary supplements." However, they are not reviewed or regulated prior to being marketed to the public, and there are no consistent standards for dosage.

The "Conscious Parent Movie Matinee" series, sponsored by Lotus of Life Chiropractic and Lumina Birth, features films covering a variety of topics on pregnancy, birth and parenting. 

Recent studies are showing that toxic chemicals in vaccines, infant formula and foods may be linked to behavioral or developmental delays such as ADHD or autism spectrum disorders.  Learn what you can do to ensure a healthier pregnancy for you and your baby.