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As more and more counties begin to lighten up on their social distancing regulations, it’s important to consider your own health and how much it might have declined, even without you knowing or feeling it. The truth is, by isolating ourselves and staying indoors we’ve compromised our own health and immune system in order to serve the greater good. Now that the numbers are in and the COVID-19 curve is flattening out, it’s a good idea to take responsibility over our own health as social distancing regulations begin to slowly lift.

Eating good foods and getting plenty of sleep will help your immune system work at optimum capacity. By limiting sugar, processed carb, not to mention alcohol and smoking, your body will respond by working well. Sugars and processed carbs promote inflammation, which makes your body more susceptible to infection.

Exercise a little more and get outdoors a little more. We need Vitamin D to live out healthy lives, and we’ve all been a little sun-deprived during the COVID-19 pandemic, and understandably so. Remember to wear sunblock to limit UV exposure.

One of the big takeaways from this experience is that we should all change our habits to live out healthier lives. Contact Espinosa Family Chiropractic today to learn about how our treatments go hand-in-hand in promoting a healthy lifestyle.

As many counties begin to brace for reopening certain nonessential retail spaces, government-imposed restrictions will begin to be less extreme and severe as COVID-19 begins to wane on its societal effects. Granted, people are still getting very sick, but it’s now time for those who are healthy and well to get back to work as soon as it’s proven safe.

This means that more and more people will be getting outside for activity. That means you should get your outdoor stuff in before rush hour — which occurs at 9 am and at 5 pm. If you’re more advanced in age or susceptible to COVID-19, this goes doubly true for you.

If you’re sick, continue to stay at home. Moving forward, it’s a good idea to practice new standards of cleanliness, not to mention wear a mask in public if you’re sick while staying at home whenever possible. It’s time to get a little more serious about health standards… even in our biggest and most popular cities.

Protect your own immune system by eating healthy and by getting outdoors when you can. It’s safe to have interactions with those in your household and it’s also probably not as unsafe as the media tells you to come into contact with someone who you deem as a low risk for carrying, contracting, and being harmed by this infectious disease.

We’ve all been doing great and now we see the light at the end of the tunnel. We have a feeling this summer is going to shine extra bright. Contact Espinosa Family Chiropractic to learn more about how our treatments can boost your immune system.

When it comes to your immune system, there are many factors that can either bolster your defense against infection and viruses, or make you more susceptible to getting sick.

Below, Espinosa Family Chiropractic goes over a few ways you can boost your immune system at home.

First, get plenty of Vitamin C, whether it’s from supplements or from the foods you’re eating. Red bell peppers have even a larger amount of Vitamin C than an orange — and none of the sugar. Vitamin C protects your cells from harmful free radicals and has replenishing effects on your body.

Limiting smoking and alcohol intake will also greatly improve your immune system. Partaking in either or both will significantly increase your chances of getting sick.

Exercising is also of great importance. When your body is in good shape you’re in a far better position to ward off infection than you are when you’re out of shape.

Limiting food consumption to 8 hours out of the day will also help your body fight off inflammation due to the fact that you’re no longer bogging down your immune system. Limiting sugar and processed carbohydrate consumption will also limit inflammation.

If you have any questions about how our treatments give our patients an immense immune system boost, contact Espinosa Family Chiropractic today to learn more.

Since many of us are taking our fitness routines indoors and at home, it’s a good idea to invest in the products and workouts that get the best results for you. Below, Espinosa Family Chiropractic goes over a few at-home fitness essentials that are well worth the time and price.

First, kettlebells are an amazing tool that will open up a plethora of workouts for your legs, arms, and even your core muscle group. 

A jump rope is a good tool, especially if you have wood or tile floors that you’re comfortable skipping some rope on. This will add much-needed cardio into the mix while also giving your calves a serious burn.

A pull-up bar — one of those kinds that you can install on a doorway simply and easily — is another good investment, just as long as it doesn’t mess up the crown molding. This way you can get a serious upper body workout while also hitting your lats as well.

A yoga mat and a muscle roller are both excellent fitness tools to have at home as well, that way you can get your stretch in while relieving any tension in the body.

Contact Espinosa Family Chiropractic if you need any additional quarantine tips. We’re here to provide our essential services to our community in a safe and regulated environment. 

Too much screen time is a big issue as most Americans are following through with their civic duty and staying home for the lion’s share of each day.

It’s still important to limit your screen time even though it might be tempting to binge-watch your favorite TV shows all day. Pair that with many folks working their jobs remotely on their computers — not to mention handling our smartphones all day — and we have a major problem on our hands.

As more and more of us in the community are trying to get our work done online, it’s important not to clog up your provider by being online for anything other than necessity.

Try reading a hard copy of a book you have — it’s a good way to rest your eyes from damaging blue light that comes from TVs, computers, and our smartphones.

As an antidote to our time spent staring at the computer and TV, do some neck stretches and neck exercises, making sure to keep perfect posture throughout the day.

Play music and listen to podcasts, which will enable you to get other things done, like clean the house, or be more productive for your employer. Listen to audiobooks to break up the monotony.

If you have neck tension or back pain resulting from this new lifestyle, chiropractic treatment can help. Contact Espinosa Family Chiropractic to learn more about how we’re providing essential treatments in a safe environment, not to mention helping our medical community by taking in non-emergency patients who need assistance during this time. Call today to learn more.

As we all hunker down in our homes amidst the current COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to ensure we’re staying healthy, and nutrition plays a huge role in how we feel and how our body functions on a day-to-day basis.

First, it’s important to eat clean, whole foods. It’s also crucial to ensure you’re getting your daily dose of vegetables. 

It’s also a good idea to eat smaller portions, and then to maybe split your food consumption over 4-5 meals per day, that way you stay fueled and never bog your body down with too much food to digest, which will help you stay energized throughout the day.

Eating clean in easier on your digestive system. The simpler and cleaner the foods you can put into your body, the easier your body digests them. Processed foods put extra strain on the body to digest and often cause inflammation, which will make you feel cruddy in all sorts of ways.

Chiropractic treatment is considered essential during these times, and Espinosa Family Chiropractic is providing treatment to those who need it while taking every possible measure to keep our community safe and prevent the spread of Coronavirus.

Contact us today to learn more about who we are and how we keep entire families healthy and active.

Aside from treating neck and back pain, chiropractic treatment helps calibrate the body to perform in an optimum capacity.

Tension in the neck and spine can cause the sinuses to become congested, interrupting your normal breathing rhythm.

One way that chiropractic treatment helps our patients is that it boosts the immune system, which helps your body ward off colds and infection more effectively. Chiropractic adjustments, especially in the targeted at the upper cervical area (which is at the neck), has been shown to relieve tension that occurs in the brainstem. This tension can cause headaches and congestion, which is why the adjustment can often improve your sinus passages and inspire them to drain.

Chiropractic treatments have been shown to improve breathing and respiratory system functionality — even for those with lung disease and asthma.

As we learn more about the body and particularly the sinuses, we’re learning that bacteria and germs like to hide in the nose and sinuses — it’s one way that COVID-19 has been attacking people. Keeping clear sinuses and working to improve your respiratory system will work hand-in-hand in keeping you healthy and active.

Please take care during this time. Contact Espinosa Family Chiropractic today to learn more about how we’re helping local hospitals by treating patients with non-emergency issues, not to mention providing our drug-free, all-natural, essential treatments that help treat a variety of health conditions. We’re taking every measure to keep our patients, our staff, and our community safe during this time.

As regulations tighten up over the coming weeks and we get a better idea of how this COVID-19 pandemic is going to affect us, we’re starting to learn that a surprising amount of people have not observed the Shelter in Place rule.

At Espinosa Family Chiropractic we believe that education is what empowers people to do better. And we can’t do better until we know better. Below, we go over a few best practices to adopt during this time when it’s our job to look out for ourselves and especially for others.

First, it’s important to maintain cleanliness. Wash your hands often and avoid touching your face. Wear protective gloves and use hand sanitizer whenever you’re in high-traffic locations.

Second, make sure that you only go outdoors unless it’s ABSOLUTELY necessary. This doesn’t mean feeling entitled to go on a walk outside every five minutes… we’re not supposed to be doing this. Limit your walks to less obvious times. Try to only go out once or twice a day, and only if you must.

Third, stop having gatherings at your home. If you have other people in your household already, that’s fine. No new people should be introduced to your environment during this time unless it’s a health professional or something that is absolutely mandatory.

At Espinosa Family Chiropractic we’re here to answer any questions and we’re still able to provide our drug-free treatments that provide relief for so many of our patients. We’re taking every measure to keep our patients and staff safe as well as our facility clean and 100% up to regulation.

Even though you might be practicing social distancing and staying at home during this COVID-19 pandemic, you’re likely starting to get restless, which means you should probably get outside and stretch your legs. Although most businesses are closed and people are cautioned to work from home and shelter in place, many folks are taking time to get outside.

But, you still have to practice safe social distancing while outdoors in order to limit the spread of COVID-19, or else all this effort will be for naught. Below, Espinosa Family Chiropractic goes over a few ways to practice social distancing while outdoors.

 Go Outside During Low Traffic Times

Since we’re all flock creatures when it comes down to it, try to go against your instincts when it comes to going outdoors. Most people are going to want to head out for a walk in the middle of the day, or perhaps after sunrise, so you can give yourself an advantage by heading out earlier, or even later than most folks would, that way you limit your exposure.

Stay Six Feet Away!

It’s surprising how many people, even during this time of social distancing, are failing to stay six feet away from others. Even while outdoors, and especially indoors, make sure to keep your distance… from everyone. We are all doing this for a reason, remember. Don’t make it a waste of time.

Retreat to Nature

Try to hit up nature spots that are lesser-known. Everybody is going to hit up the beach or the lake, so try to hit up the road less traveled in these cases. Maybe hike to a spot with a scenic view where you’re guaranteed seclusion. Get in touch with nature, not with other human beings during this time.

Espinosa Family Chiropractic is still here to provide our essential treatments for patients looking for drug-free pain solutions or the many other benefits chiropractic adjustments bring once explored. Contact us today to learn more about how we’re taking every measure to keep our patients and community safe during this time.