What the Health?!

When you think ‘core’, is your first thought six-pack abs and endless crunches? In reality, your core is not just something to show off at the beach – it includes deep internal muscles that support the spine and serve a variety of functions in your body.  In this episode, Dr. Dan, Angela, and Dr. Riley discuss the importance of core strength and stability. The hosts emphasize that everyone has a c...

“If you think you did something but can’t PROVE that you did, then you probably didn’t do anything at all.” – Dr. Walter V Pierce, Sr.   Founder of the Pierce Results System of Spinal Analysis In this episode, Dr. Dan, Dr. Riley and Angela discuss the importance of objective health measurements. They emphasize the value of using objective data to track progress and guide treatment plans, build tru...

Detox doesn’t have to be a dirty word! It’s a process that your body does around the clock without you giving it a single thought. But that doesn’t mean it’s an easy job – or that you can’t lend a hand in the process!  The choices you make on a daily basis improve or inhibit your body’s ability to detox. In this episode, Dr. Dan, Dr. Riley and Angela discuss the concept of detoxification and how t...

Trigger Warning: Trigger Points are painful! A Trigger Point is a hypersensitive spot in skeletal muscles that can cause pain and other reactions when stimulated. These spots can be relatively small, but the pain punch that they pack can knock you for a loop. The good news is that if a trigger point is causing you trouble, there are plenty of ways to find relief.  In this episode, Dr. Dan, Dr. Ril...

When dealing with a specific health challenge, the road to recovery might seem like a difficult journey. And it’s easy to fall off track when things start to improve, and life gets in the way. Little steps each day that could move you closer to health are missed – or you start traveling in the wrong direction all together. But it’s not impossible. With a plan in place and the right team to keep yo...

Making sure you have enough water is one of the simplest concepts in health. Your body uses water for a nearly innumerable number of processes and functions. Without water, you cannot survive; and when you don’t have enough water, you are not functioning at your best. So drink water. But it seems some things are easier said than done. In this episode, Dr. Dan, Dr. Riley and Angela will dive into t...

Vacation and travel are a well-earned break from your day-to-day routines and the perfect time to kick back and let loose. But neglecting all your health routines while you travel can leave you feeling fatigued, stressed and even on your way to illness by the time you return home. So what can you do while you travel to set yourself up for a healthy return (without letting go of those vacation vibe...

A health pregnancy doesn’t start at conception. Like so many things in life, preparation is the key to the best experience – not just throughout the pregnancy journey but for postpartum healing long after the birth of your baby. In this episode, Dr. Dan Turo welcomes Dr. Melissa Matthews, a chiropractor from Guntersville, Alabama to discuss the perinatal care paradigm – care before, during, and af...

As women, we have focused far too long on calorie counting and hitting the elliptical to battle the scale. But the truth is, Women’s Fitness is more than just the numerical balancing act we’ve been fed through fad diets and expensive exercise equipment. In this episode, Angela and Dr. Dan focus on Women’s Fitness, tackling some of the common misconceptions about “bulking up”, cardio and everything...

Spring is in the air! And with it often comes the urge to clean out the old and make way for the new. But did you know that spring cleaning isn’t just great for your space? It can actually be very beneficial to your health! In this episode, Dr. Dan, Angela and Dr. Riley focus on the health benefits of spring cleaning your home. They share how clutter and disorganization cause stress by triggering...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming much more common place. It can build your playlist and send yours emails, write a book report or a shopping list. And it is also becoming much more common in the world of health care. While it’s amazing to see the innovations that result from AI use, it also opens the door to a lot of concerns and questions. What does AI mean for patient care? In this episo...

Kids can be a handful. They are always into something or up to something. That’s part of being a kid! But in the midst of all the learning and growing, they are very likely putting their spine under some serious stress. And that stress can impact their health in a big way. That’s where chiropractic comes in. In this episode, Dr. Dan and Angela discuss the importance of getting kids in for a spinal...

The food pyramid was once the gold standard for nutrition in the US; but as research and observation over time taught us, the pyramid did not serve its purpose. Enter MyPlate in 2011 to reshape food requirements across the nation. Over a decade later, it seems that MyPlate – while closer to correct than the food pyramid – may have still missed the mark. In this episode, Dr. Dan and Angela dig in t...

In recent years, gut health has emerged as a key component to immune system function. A healthy functioning digestive system is a large factor in how you feel and your ability to fight off infections. And when the gut isn’t in check, you know it – you’re more likely to get sick, have less energy, and deal with other health challenges. That means giving your gut health a makeover could be the best...

Step in any store toting nutrition and you’ll likely see shelves stocked floor to ceiling with potential supplements. From Acai to Zinc, the sheer quantity can be truly overwhelming. But what do you really need? And what really matters when choosing your supplements? On this episode, Dr. Dan and Angela dive into the sea of supplementation including picking the right strategies, analyzing quality c...

Deciding to make a change is the first step. Sticking with the actions that make that change a reality is where the real work begins. The best way to reach your goal is to form the habits that support your desired end results. And arming yourself with strategies for making healthy behavior changes you can stick with is essential for success. In this episode, Dr. Dan, Angela and Riley discuss creat...

The New Year often marks the time for making health resolutions – including heading to the gym. While working to get in shape and improve your health is an excellent goal, it can also lead to injuries that can sideline your efforts. Discussing how to safely start an exercise routine is a great place to start before you step back into the gym. Dr. Dan, Angela and guest-host Riley explain the import...

When things are especially stressful, it can be hard to remember to breathe. But thinking about your breath could be just the thing to calm the storm. Working to master the art of mindful breathing can do more than relieve stress; intentional breathing can calm the nervous system and over time result in many positive health changes. In this episode, Dr. Dan and Angela explore the Art of Intentiona...

“Flu Season” has been quite an effective marketing strategy for years; so much so that it almost feels like the virus knows when we’re about to flip the calendar. But logic tells us that just isn’t the case. The flu is always around (and not on vacation during the summer months), so why does it seem that winter weather ushers in the flu with the snow flurries? In this episode, Dr. Dan and Angela t...

Ligament Instability is a buzz term in the healthcare field that patients are bringing to our office in search of answers. Ligaments hold bones to bones in your body and as you can imagine – instability would be an issue and can result in a wide range of symptoms from achy muscles to migraines to vertigo. But are these symptoms inevitable? And is ligament instability the only culprit? Many patient...

In a sea of health care professionals, how do you find the right ones for you? What should you search for in a provider that will ensure that you receive the care you deserve? With so many choices, knowing what to look for – and what to avoid – can truly make a difference for your health. In this episode, Dr. Dan and Angela discuss their top 5 tips for choosing your chiropractor (or any other heal...

Food additives like dyes, preservatives, and processed ingredients have been sneaking into the American Diet over the last several decades and our health is paying the price. With the intent to be eye-catching, extend shelf life, and push flavors to create happy, repeat customers, the price is being paid in the health of ourselves and our families. With candy season fast approaching, Dr. Dan and A...

No one wants to be in pain; but pain is not always a bad thing. Pain is the body signaling you to pay attention. It might be muscle soreness after a great workout.  It might be because of a new activity that you have added to your daily routine. Or it might be because of an injury that needs your attention. The question is, do you know how to read the signals? Dr. Dan and Angela discuss pain as a...

Milk does a body good. Or does it? For so long, milk has been held in high esteem but as we take a closer look at its health benefits, we can knock it off the pedestal that clever marketing and big advertising dollars have built for it over the years. As it turns out, in almost every way, milk was a bad choice. In this episode, Dr. Dan and Angela dive into the truth about milk: its true health ben...

Who hasn’t cracked their knuckles from time to time? And sometimes – forced or not – other joints in the body will make quite a racket. The question is often asked as to whether this is a good thing and if it could be the cause of issues like arthritis down the road. All these questions lead back to a very simple one – What are those noises? In this episode, Dr. Dan and Angela discuss the topic of...