Posts by Dr. Lisa
Top 10 Gut Destroyers
Your gut has a direct connection to your brain via the gut-brain axis. If you have an unhealthy microbiome, your mental health will also not be so great. Here are some of the top gut destroyers that you should avoid to help improve the health of your gut. Stress – Your gut is sensitive to…
Read MoreHealth Of Mom’s Gut is Key Contributor to Autism
According to new research from the University of Virginia School of Medicine a mother’s microbiome — the collection of microorganisms that naturally live inside us — during pregnancy plays a critical role in determining the risk developing autism-spectrum disorders. (Source) The mother’s microbiome shapes the developing brain in multiple ways. The microbiome is really important to…
Read MoreDr. Lisa’s Top 10
Dr. Lisa has put together her ‘Top 10’ things to keep your immune system strong and functioning at its best. There are a lot of things you can do to keep yourself and your loved ones healthy through the flu season so that you are not fighting illness, but rather staying healthy. Get adjusted regularly:…
Read MoreOpioids: chasing and masking pain.
How did we get here? Starting from when we are young we develop a relationship with pain where we will do anything to prevent it or place a band-aid (either metaphorical or literal) on the place that is hurting. We mask, medicate, and desire for it to go away as quickly as possible. We view…
Read MoreA Gutsy Look Into Mental Health
A slightly deeper look into mental health! Some basic human anatomy: Did you know that the average adult has 2-6 pounds of microbes in their gut? Did you know that our microbiota encodes 3.3 million genes which is almost 150 times more than the human genome? Why is this important? Humans, if looked at under…
Read MoreMuffin Pan Eggs
Mornings can be hectic and sometimes we have to take breakfast on the road. You can make a large batch of these to have ready for the week, and they can be catered to individual tastes! Enjoy this high protein breakfast option. Ingredients: 12 Free-range/organic eggs (from a local farmer if possible) Butter or your…
Read MoreCreamy Cauliflower Alfredo
Oh my goodness, a healthier Alfredo option that is vegan (if you choose)! This recipe still offers a good amount of healthy fats but fewer calories. Go ahead and give it a try on your favorite pasta or any gluten free or spiral veggie noodles. Ingredients: 12 oz. Cauliflower florets 1 tsp. coconut oil, or…
Read MoreRecipe of the month!
Spinach and Feta Pita Bake This recipe is quick, easy, and can be modified to meet all dietary needs. Substitute gluten free and dairy free where needed, and add protein to make it a complete meal. Can be served as an appetizer, snack, or light meal. YUM! Ingredients: 1 (6-8 ounce) tub of sun-dried tomato…
Read MoreVirtues Project of Faribault
The Virtues Project™ is a global initiative to inspire the practice of virtues in everyday life. In Faribault we are starting a movement promoting virtues. At Humfeld Chiropractic & Nutrition Center we believe in the power of forgiveness. It is important to forgive others but also to forgive ourselves. Practicing true forgiveness on a regular…
Read More2018 Local Fresh Fruit Sale!
If you have ordered blueberries or other fruits through Dr. Lisa’s office in the past or would like to order this year, harvest is in full swing! Although Dr. Lisa won’t be involved with the fruit sale this year, she has decided to connect you directly with the person she got them from over the…
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