When our body is in physical and mental distress as a result of daily activities and stressors, it may try to adapt by realignment or protective readjustments. Unfortunately, these adaptations may result in more problems. A manual osteopathic practitioner works with your body to enable it to successfully manage physical and mental stress without any subsequence problems. In most states of stress or disease, we find a related low oxygen state. Giving the body a shot of ozone helps it heal faster as the cells get a boost of oxygen and nutrients which are elements the cells need to work normally.

Blepharitis causes inflammation of the eyelids that results in red, burning and irritated eyes. Dust, dandruff and eye make-up can clog the oil gland openings along eyelid rims which leads to styes, infection and inflammation. Flakes and debris can also accumulate along the bases of the eyelashes. Treatment involves daily warm washcloths or medicated eyelid pads to gently scrub the crusty material from the eyelashes as well as light massage to encourage unclogging of the oil gland openings. While there is no cure for blepharitis, daily hygiene can improve eyelid health as well as tear quality for more comfortable eyes.

The first weeks back after the holiday break can be hard on everyone in the family. If your child seems a little off in the first weeks of January, chances are that it’s a function of holiday comedown and fatigue. Their schedules and their sleep have been thrown off. After all the holiday anticipation, it’s back to reality with a return to routine and regular sleep. January on the Island can be dark and dreary with a distinct lack of sunshine. Exercise, going outside, getting more recess time or doing something after school with peers will help your kids beat ordinary winter doldrums.

Feeling like you could use a post-holiday detox? Try these simple, every day little tweaks: * Start your day with a glass or two of lemon or apple cider vinegar water. * Eat vegetables especially leafy greens and brassicas. * Limit red meat and heavy starches, and opt for leaner proteins like poultry, fish, sprouts, legumes, raw nuts and seeds. * Stay away from processed food and sugar. * Limit alcohol consumption. *Consume lots of turmeric, ginger – season your meals with herbs and spices and take milk thistle periodically.
Be well! Excellent health and happiness in the New Year to you!

The skin is an organ that we wear on the outside to protect what is inside. It helps us stay warm when it’s cold, and cool when it’s hot. A healthy skin is vital for survival. Allergies and sensitivities are on the rise, with 1 in 5 adults suffering from allergies. What we put on our skin and on our face is just as important as what we put into our body. To avoid harmful chemicals and allergens, use skin products made with pure organic essential oils and natural ingredients to hydrate, nourish, pamper and repair your skin – naturally.