Holistic Health Tips from Brooklyn Chiropractor Dr. Donna Sergi

This winter was associated with exceptionally cold weather and a lot of snow. The weather can definitely be a powerful force when it comes to hampering plans for a more active lifestyle. It makes it hard to get out of bed when you know that it's cold, and it can seem like a hassle to go to the gym. You definitely don't want to go for a run in the snow. This spring will put an end to those excuses as well as give you some great reasons to commit to that healthier lifestyle or improve your healthy lifestyle. Wake Up Earlier Studies have shown that people who wake up earlier are healthier than those who sleep in. The early morning spring sunlight will give you an added dose of Vitamin D and also improve your mood. You'll also find that you have time to have a leisurely breakfast, cup of tea and maybe even time for a workout before work. Morning Stretches A simple stretching routine in the morning will help to get your blood flowing. You don't need an intense rout...

During the winter season our bodies are more prone to illness than any other time of the year. A lack of sunshine and fresh air, confined spaces, and less exercise all contribute to becoming sick more often. There are ways to ward off the dreaded illnesses such as the flu and common cold. The following are five great tips to prevent illness this winter. Wash Hands This is something we've been told since we were young children, but it is the best piece of advice there is when it comes to preventing winter illnesses. Public areas are filled with contagious bacteria and viruses. The largest source of infection comes from our hands. We constantly touch these contagious areas, and then we tend to inadvertently touch the food we are eating or rub our eyes. This is the number one way we introduce these infections to our bodies. Frequently washing our hands with soap and water is our best defense. Avoid Being Around Those Who Are Sick When people are sick, they are highly conta...

There are many benefits to a good night's sleep such as better concentration and the ability to get more done without being tired. These are popular things that almost everyone knows as benefits to a good night's sleep. There are also many benefits to a good night's sleep that not as many people know about and you might be surprised to learn. Getting enough sleep can benefit you in different ways such as reducing your risk for obesity, helping you better manage the stress in your life and enabling you to get a more comfortable, restful sleep. Multiple studies have shown that overweight people sleep less than people that are of a normal weight. Lack of sleep can affect all of the systems of your body.  While your memory and ability to function using basic motor skills are the most common systems that are affected, your body weight and metabolism can also be affected. Getting the appropriate amount of sleep for your age is important to allow your metabolism and digestive ...