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Showing posts with label healthy home. Show all posts
Showing posts with label healthy home. Show all posts
August 22, 2019
August 18, 2019
The Impact of Financial Stress on Your Health
Stop over spending, your health will thank you.
Why drive a car or buy a house that’s more than you can afford when it makes you be on a very tight and stressful budget for the rest of your life? Is this lifetime of stress really worth it?
No, it’s really not.
1. Sell your house and buy a smaller cheaper one well within your budget
2. Sell your car and buy a cheaper used one
3. Stop shopping daily on Amazon for things you don’t really need
2. Sell your car and buy a cheaper used one
3. Stop shopping daily on Amazon for things you don’t really need
July 27, 2019
Kehres Health Tip Of The Day
We often think in terms of BIG change - losing twenty pounds,
running a marathon, eliminating all added sugar in our diet.
But what can you do, right now, to be just a little bit healthier? That's where it starts.
November 21, 2018
Favorite natural cosmetic & skincare products
My wife Jen is often asked what her favorite cosmetic and skincare products are, we try to use as many natural products in our house as we can -- here is what she has found over the years that she likes the best.
We research everything on EWG's Skin Deep website or Think Dirty which has a lot of great info.
We research everything on EWG's Skin Deep website or Think Dirty which has a lot of great info.
Ambre blends natural perfume | Burt's Bees lotion for daytime | Soapwall restorative face serum for nighttime (one bottle typically lasts 6 - 8 months) | Beautycounter rejuvenating radiance serum for nighttime | P.T. Pure lash & brow oil -- made in Michigan!
October 17, 2018
Pumpkin Pancake Recipe
'Tis the season for pumpkin everything! Pumpkin is great to eat this time of year, as it contains a lot of potassium which can help lower blood pressure and help reduce the risk of a stroke.
This recipe is a family favorite of ours and it is gluten-free. It makes 8 small pancakes. Serve with local maple syrup!
September 29, 2018
5 Tips to Naturally Boost Your Child's Immune System
As the days get shorter and there is less sunshine, our immune systems typically can take a hit causing a "cold and flu season."
Especially if you have kids in school, follow these tips to keep their immune systems strong.
1. Wash hands regularly -- when you get home from an outing, before eating and after sneezing or coughing. Do not use an anti-bacterial soap. We like Dr. Bronner's, Honest Company or Method brand soaps. If you are on the go, find a safe hand sanitizer such as Honest Company's hand sanitizer (also available in a convenient spray, available at Kehres Health & Chiropractic, Target or Honest.com).
2. Use Xlear nose spray -- Dr. Elisa Song, MD says "one of the MOST preventive things you can do is to irrigate your and your children’s nasal passages with Xlear nasal spray at the end of every day, and after any potential exposure (work, school, playgroups, plane travel, etc.). This is a saline nasal spray with xylitol and grapefruit seed extract, both of which have antimicrobial properties. After exposure to a virus, the virus tries to invade and multiply in your nasal passages for at least 1-2 days before you develop any symptoms. Nasal irrigation can wash away viral particles before they have the opportunity to take hold, and thereby prevent many infections from happening in the first place!"
3. Take Vitamin D3 supplements -- as we get less sunshine in the fall and winter, it can deplete our immune system. There are many great kids' Vitamin D3 supplements on the market. Make sure they are GMP Certified (Good Manufacturing Process). Read more about the benefits of Vitamin D3 here.
4. Get plenty of sleep -- Sleep is when your body heals. Lack of sleep can cause inflammation, which can cause disease and illness. Do everything you can to reduce light in the bedroom (no tablets or tvs, use blackout curtains).
5. Decrease sugar, increase fruits and vegetables -- holidays, birthday parties, school snacks and more can sneak in more sugar to your child's diet than you would like. It's ok to have treats once in a while, but be sure they eat healthy food before these events and keep only healthy food at home. Kids do not need juice, stop buying it and it is an easy way to reduce sugar in their diets (while saving you money at the grocery store). Veggie shakes are a great way for our kids to get extra fruits and vegetables.
(These statements are of a general nature, consult your primary care doctor before using any product.)
Especially if you have kids in school, follow these tips to keep their immune systems strong.
1. Wash hands regularly -- when you get home from an outing, before eating and after sneezing or coughing. Do not use an anti-bacterial soap. We like Dr. Bronner's, Honest Company or Method brand soaps. If you are on the go, find a safe hand sanitizer such as Honest Company's hand sanitizer (also available in a convenient spray, available at Kehres Health & Chiropractic, Target or Honest.com).
2. Use Xlear nose spray -- Dr. Elisa Song, MD says "one of the MOST preventive things you can do is to irrigate your and your children’s nasal passages with Xlear nasal spray at the end of every day, and after any potential exposure (work, school, playgroups, plane travel, etc.). This is a saline nasal spray with xylitol and grapefruit seed extract, both of which have antimicrobial properties. After exposure to a virus, the virus tries to invade and multiply in your nasal passages for at least 1-2 days before you develop any symptoms. Nasal irrigation can wash away viral particles before they have the opportunity to take hold, and thereby prevent many infections from happening in the first place!"
3. Take Vitamin D3 supplements -- as we get less sunshine in the fall and winter, it can deplete our immune system. There are many great kids' Vitamin D3 supplements on the market. Make sure they are GMP Certified (Good Manufacturing Process). Read more about the benefits of Vitamin D3 here.
4. Get plenty of sleep -- Sleep is when your body heals. Lack of sleep can cause inflammation, which can cause disease and illness. Do everything you can to reduce light in the bedroom (no tablets or tvs, use blackout curtains).
5. Decrease sugar, increase fruits and vegetables -- holidays, birthday parties, school snacks and more can sneak in more sugar to your child's diet than you would like. It's ok to have treats once in a while, but be sure they eat healthy food before these events and keep only healthy food at home. Kids do not need juice, stop buying it and it is an easy way to reduce sugar in their diets (while saving you money at the grocery store). Veggie shakes are a great way for our kids to get extra fruits and vegetables.
(These statements are of a general nature, consult your primary care doctor before using any product.)
June 18, 2018
Healthy Popsicle Recipe
Share for all your friends with kids!
Popsicles are typically just flavored syrup with food dye. Making your own is very easy and you can load them with real foods loaded with nutrients! Our girls absolutely love these homemade popsicles!
Recipe:
- Organic Greens
- Frozen Mango
- Banana
- Almond Milk
- Water
Mix in blender and freeze in popsicle molds!
Recipe:
- Organic Greens
- Frozen Mango
- Banana
- Almond Milk
- Water
Mix in blender and freeze in popsicle molds!
May 12, 2018
Almond Flour Crepes Recipe
Replacing flour with almond flour is a simple way to reduce net carbs and still make delicious breakfasts.
Recipe:
4 eggs
½ cup almond flour*
¼ cup water
1 teaspoon cinnamon
Mix all ingredients together, heat pan on medium with coconut oil. Add crepe mixture and cook for one minute on each side or until brown.
Remove crepe from pan, load it up with blueberries and roll it up, add a few blueberries and sprinkle cinnamon on top!
You can also drizzle local raw honey on top.
April 30, 2018
Pay the Farmer Now or Pay the Doctor Later
I’d rather pay the farmer now! How about you? Who’s ready for farmers market season?
#Backwards #EatLocal #EatLocalMi
February 21, 2018
Natural Immune Boost for Kids
•local bee pollen in our shakes
•elderberry syrup daily (I like the Gaia brand better but they were out)
•vitamin D3 daily (gummies for older kids, drops for babies)
•natural hand sanitizer for when we’re on the go
•Thieves essential oil to diffuse and clean with
•daily veggie shakes
•(not pictured
😂) breastmilk for our younger daughter
•elderberry syrup daily (I like the Gaia brand better but they were out)
•vitamin D3 daily (gummies for older kids, drops for babies)
•natural hand sanitizer for when we’re on the go
•Thieves essential oil to diffuse and clean with
•daily veggie shakes
•(not pictured
Other tips: get your kids adjusted regularly and limit grains, sugar and unhealthy dairy.
#healthykids #immuneboost #beepollen #elderberrysyrup #thievesoil#veggieshake #naturalflushot #fluprevention
(These statements are of a general nature, consult your primary care doctor before using any product.)
(These statements are of a general nature, consult your primary care doctor before using any product.)
February 18, 2018
Natural Homemade Cleaner
All natural, homemade cleaner:
·10 oz water
·5 oz white vinegar
·15-20 drops of Thieves essential oil
·5 drops of lemon essential oil
·10 oz water
·5 oz white vinegar
·15-20 drops of Thieves essential oil
·5 drops of lemon essential oil
We carry Young Living essential oils at Kehres Health & Chiropractic. My wife tells me the cute spray bottle is from the dollar bin at Target.
February 10, 2018
Fruits and Vegetables
As you are filling your grocery cart with fruits and vegetables it is important to know how to store produce correctly so it lasts as long as possible, especially if you buy organic.
Avocados can be ripened quickly if put in a brown paper bag with a banana. Whereas if you want to slow the ripening process, put avocados in the fridge.
To store bananas long term, peel, slice and store in the freezer in a plastic bag. They will keep for awhile in the freezer and they work great for smoothies.
December 10, 2017
Peppermint Mocha Protein Shake
Skip the coffee drive thru, save money and get a healthy breakfast by making this peppermint mocha protein shake at home.
Recipe:
1/3 cup full fat, canned coconut milk
1/3 cup ice
1 scoop chocolate whey protein powder
1/2 tsp peppermint extract (or less, try a drop or two and add more if necessary)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 packet of instant coffee grounds (organic is best)
1/3 cup full fat, canned coconut milk
1/3 cup ice
1 scoop chocolate whey protein powder
1/2 tsp peppermint extract (or less, try a drop or two and add more if necessary)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 packet of instant coffee grounds (organic is best)
Blend and enjoy!
October 11, 2016
PiperWai natural deodorant - available at Kehres Health & Chiropractic
Kehres Health & Chiropractic is one of 75 retailers to carry PiperWai Natural Deodorant!
Jen and I have been using it for the past month, and liked it so much we decided to stock product at our offices.
After a successful pitch on SharkTank, PiperWai deodorant continues to gain popularity because of how well it works and that it is all natural.
Read more about PiperWai in this October 2016 Inc. Magazine article.
Natural deodorant is important for your health, the aluminum in antiperspirants has been known to accumulate in breast tissue and may be linked to an increased cancer risk.
Dr. Mercola states there are 5 Ingredients that Make Your Deodorant Dangerous:
- Aluminum
- Parabens
- Phthalates
- Triclosan
- Fragrances
PiperWai natural deodorant does not have any of these ingredients, it is made of natural ingredients such as charcoal and coconut oil.
Stop by Kehres Health & Chiropractic in Saginaw and Midland to buy PiperWai natural deodorant!
January 20, 2016
Healthy home tip: switch to wool dryer balls
Want to easily improve your health while saving money? Switch from dryer sheets to wool dryer balls.
Dryer sheets can contain chemicals such as chloroform (carcinogenic), benzyl alcohol (can cause central nervous system disorders) and ethyl acetate (irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract). Especially if you have children, the safest option is to stop using dryer sheets.
Wool dryer balls are available at local retailers such as Sweet Peach Baby Boutique, Bed, Bath & Beyond or online at Amazon.com or Etsy stores such as: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheMittenMom
August 18, 2015
Off gassing: What is it and why should you care?
Unfortunately, while making many new products chemicals are used and they stay in the product, especially the gases. For example when carpet is installed it can off gas chemicals for months after installation. (Think new carpet smell or new car smell) This might not seem like a big thing but long term it can cause many health problems. From allergies to headaches to digestive problems.
The biggest problem is with small children and dogs. When people are getting ready to have a baby they typically want to get new carpet and furniture. When the baby is born, where do they lay it? Right on the floor where the off gassing is the worst! As adults you might not notice the carpet smell, but if you get down on the ground it becomes a lot stronger.
When buying new stuff there are a few things you can do to help reduce this problem. Try to buy organic material that is made without using chemicals, have carpet installed or furniture brought before you are traveling somewhere so that it has a week to air out on it's own or even have your carpets cleaned with an organic detergent to help remove some of the chemicals.
July 15, 2014
Switch to glass containers for your health
| Lifefactory glass bottles, available at Kehres Health |
Increased levels of this compound has been linked to everything from cancer to diabetes and ADHD.
Switching to glass is easy! Glass lasts longer and stays cleaner than plastic. Consider making the switch!
Glass Lifefactory bottles are available in a variety of sizes and colors at our Saginaw chiropractic office and Midland chiropractic office. Visit www.KehresHealth.com or contact us at 989-607-4322 for more information.
Source: The Journal of Endocrine Disruptors, Low dose effects of bisphenol-A: An integrated review of in vitro, laboratory animal, and epidemiology studies
May 17, 2014
Healthy Home: Honest Co. Organic Healing Balm
Children, especially newborns, are more vulnerable to toxins and chemicals than adults are. Their immune systems and nervous systems are still developing, meaning they are not very good at processing and eliminating toxins yet. By decreasing a child's exposure to chemicals, it can help protect them from illness and allergies.
Unfortunately, many skin care products such as diaper cream contains parabens, fragrance (a variety of chemicals can hide under this broad label, and babies smell good enough, they don't need fragrance!) and phthalates.
When looking at bath and body products, I visit the Environmental Working Group's Skin Deep database for more information.
The Honest Company carries a lot of great, all-natural products that have very good, low ratings. We've been using the healing balm on Delaney if she has a bit of diaper rash or when her skin was really dry when she was a newborn. It can also be used on adults for dry skin or ezcema.
The Honest Company products are available at Kehres Health & Chiropractic in our Saginaw chiropractic office and Midland chiropractic office. Contact us at 989-607-4322 or visit our website www.kehreshealth.com.
February 18, 2014
Kehres Health & Chiropractic now carries The Honest Company
The Honest Company products have excellent ratings! Right now we carry baby wipes, lotion, diaper balm, shampoo and body wash, hand sanitizer and chapstick.
Also, The Honest Company was created by Jessica Alba!
These products are available at our Midland chiropractic office (601 E. Wackerly Road, #2, Midland, MI) and our Saginaw chiropractic office (4882 Gratiot Road, #13, Saginaw, MI).
April 9, 2013
Natural Spring Cleaning Tips [NBC 25]
Saginaw chiropractor, Dr. Dan Kehres, as seen on NBC 25
True health is total health. One aspect of total health is reducing the toxins in your environment.
A recent study by the EPA stated that the toxic chemicals in household cleaners are three times more likely to cause cancer than outdoor air.
One of the best all-natural cleaners is white vinegar as it is non-toxic and inexpensive. It can be used to clean almost anything!
For general cleaner mix half water, half white vinegar and a few drops off essential if you want a scented cleaner.
To mop your floors, we use the same mixture. It is safe for kids and pets too!
Another simple way to create a healthier home is to remove two common sources of chemicals from your laundry room -- fabric softener and dryer sheets.
Here are some of the chemicals found in commercial fabric softeners and dryer sheets you want to avoid:
Also, try swapping out fabric softener for white vinegar. Fill a Downy Ball with white vinegar and throw in the wash on top of the laundry. It works great, is a natural antibacterial cleaner and fabric softener. And it doesn't leave your laundry smelling like vinegar.
Incorporate some of these natural spring cleaning tips for a healthier home!
True health is total health. One aspect of total health is reducing the toxins in your environment.
A recent study by the EPA stated that the toxic chemicals in household cleaners are three times more likely to cause cancer than outdoor air.
One of the best all-natural cleaners is white vinegar as it is non-toxic and inexpensive. It can be used to clean almost anything!
For general cleaner mix half water, half white vinegar and a few drops off essential if you want a scented cleaner.
To mop your floors, we use the same mixture. It is safe for kids and pets too!
Another simple way to create a healthier home is to remove two common sources of chemicals from your laundry room -- fabric softener and dryer sheets.
Here are some of the chemicals found in commercial fabric softeners and dryer sheets you want to avoid:
- Alpha Terpineol: can cause central nervous damage and respiratory problems
- Benzyl Acetate: linked to pancreatic cancer
- Camphor: causes central nervous disorders, is easily absorbed through skin
- Chloroform: a carcinogenic neurotoxin that warns inhalation can be fatal
Also, try swapping out fabric softener for white vinegar. Fill a Downy Ball with white vinegar and throw in the wash on top of the laundry. It works great, is a natural antibacterial cleaner and fabric softener. And it doesn't leave your laundry smelling like vinegar.
Incorporate some of these natural spring cleaning tips for a healthier home!
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