What the Health?!

When dealing with a specific health challenge, the road to recovery might seem like a difficult journey. And it’s easy to fall off track when things start to improve, and life gets in the way. Little steps each day that could move you closer to health are missed – or you start traveling in the wrong direction all together. But it’s not impossible. With a plan in place and the right team to keep you on course, wellness is within your reach!

In this episode, Dr. Dan, Dr. Riley and Angela discuss how they guide people every day on their road to recovery. They share how important it is to know where someone is starting from in terms of both their current health and their ultimate wellness goals. They review the three main phases along the road to recovery, the challenges that people may faces and ways to build a stronger foundation for continued health. If you’re looking for support along your journey, this episode is definitely worth a listen! 

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Making sure you have enough water is one of the simplest concepts in health.

Your body uses water for a nearly innumerable number of processes and functions. Without water, you cannot survive; and when you don’t have enough water, you are not functioning at your best. So drink water. But it seems some things are easier said than done.

In this episode, Dr. Dan, Dr. Riley and Angela will dive into the topic of healthy hydration. They cover the importance of staying hydrated and provide advice on proper hydration techniques, including electrolyte intake, heatwave precautions and ways to get more water into your daily routine. If staying hydrated is on your health habit to-do list, this episode will help you jump in!

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Vacation and travel are a well-earned break from your day-to-day routines and the perfect time to kick back and let loose.

But neglecting all your health routines while you travel can leave you feeling fatigued, stressed and even on your way to illness by the time you return home.

So what can you do while you travel to set yourself up for a healthy return (without letting go of those vacation vibes)?

In this episode, Dr. Dan, Dr. Riley and Angela take on healthy travel. They discuss addressing the stress and challenges associated with disrupting normal routines and adapting to new environments. The team shares their travel tips and strategies for maintaining health and wellness while on the go to set yourself up for making healthier choices regarding food, physical activity, and self-care during travel. If you’re wondering how to keep yourself on track – while still having fun – on the go, this episode is a must-listen.

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A health pregnancy doesn’t start at conception.

Like so many things in life, preparation is the key to the best experience – not just throughout the pregnancy journey but for postpartum healing long after the birth of your baby.

In this episode, Dr. Dan Turo welcomes Dr. Melissa Matthews, a chiropractor from Guntersville, Alabama to discuss the perinatal care paradigm – care before, during, and after pregnancy. The conversation revolves around Dr. Melissa’s personal experience with postpartum depletion after her first pregnancy, which led her to discover the Shafer Protocol, a comprehensive approach to preconception care and overall health. Dr. Melissa emphasizes the importance of preparing the body for conception, both for the mother and father, to ensure optimal health for the child and prevent issues like infertility, postpartum depression, and generational health problems. If pregnancy is in your future or you’re working through the perinatal care paradigm, take the time to take this episode in.

If you are struggling with pregnancy or postpartum care, reach out to your trusted health care provider for support. And if you don’t have one, reach out to our office so that we can help you find the care you need. You are not alone.

To learn more about this and other hot health topics, follow us on social media and subscribe to our WTH podcast. If you have a specific health question or would like to find out if we can help you with a personal health challenge, check out our office page or contact us at 412-369-0400/ [email protected].

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As women, we have focused far too long on calorie counting and hitting the elliptical to battle the scale. But the truth is, Women’s Fitness is more than just the numerical balancing act we’ve been fed through fad diets and expensive exercise equipment.

In this episode, Angela and Dr. Dan focus on Women’s Fitness, tackling some of the common misconceptions about “bulking up”, cardio and everything in between. Angela, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer discusses the benefits of resistance training and how it can improve function and positively impact muscle strength and weight loss. If you’re wondering why your workout isn’t working for you, this episode will point you in the right direction!

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Spring is in the air! And with it often comes the urge to clean out the old and make way for the new. But did you know that spring cleaning isn’t just great for your space? It can actually be very beneficial to your health!

In this episode, Dr. Dan, Angela and Dr. Riley focus on the health benefits of spring cleaning your home. They share how clutter and disorganization cause stress by triggering the fight-or-flight response, provide tips for decluttering and organization, and remind listeners to focus on what controllable cleaning and the instant gratification it can provide. If you need a reason to get to cleaning, this could be it!

To learn more about this and other hot health topics, follow us on social media and subscribe to our WTH podcast. If you have a specific health question or would like to find out if we can help you with a personal health challenge, check out our office page or contact us at 412-369-0400/ [email protected].

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming much more common place. It can build your playlist and send yours emails, write a book report or a shopping list. And it is also becoming much more common in the world of health care. While it’s amazing to see the innovations that result from AI use, it also opens the door to a lot of concerns and questions. What does AI mean for patient care?

In this episode, Dr. Dan, Angela and Dr. Riley discuss the emerging role of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. They review current and potential applications of AI, analyze both opportunities and concerns regarding care quality and personal interactions, and propose some additional studies and features that could be integral in achieving quality patient care. If technology intrigues you, or has you a little worried, this episode is for you!

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Kids can be a handful. They are always into something or up to something. That’s part of being a kid! But in the midst of all the learning and growing, they are very likely putting their spine under some serious stress. And that stress can impact their health in a big way. That’s where chiropractic comes in.

In this episode, Dr. Dan and Angela discuss the importance of getting kids in for a spinal check by a chiropractor from an early age for optimal nervous system function and biomechanical health. They cover the science behind kids’ tendency to ‘self-adjust’, the best age for correcting spinal issues before the spine ‘matures’, and signs for parents to watch for that may warrant a chiropractic check-up. If you have kids of any age, this one is for you!

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The food pyramid was once the gold standard for nutrition in the US; but as research and observation over time taught us, the pyramid did not serve its purpose. Enter MyPlate in 2011 to reshape food requirements across the nation. Over a decade later, it seems that MyPlate – while closer to correct than the food pyramid – may have still missed the mark.

In this episode, Dr. Dan and Angela dig in to the dietary recommendations from the USDA’s MyPlate guidelines. They provide a cautious review, arguing MyPlate makes positive changes from the outdated food pyramid but still promotes questionable advice on grains, dairy, fats, and beverages. As usual, they are dishing out a big helping of knowledge – pull up a chair!

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In recent years, gut health has emerged as a key component to immune system function.

A healthy functioning digestive system is a large factor in how you feel and your ability to fight off infections. And when the gut isn’t in check, you know it – you’re more likely to get sick, have less energy, and deal with other health challenges. That means giving your gut health a makeover could be the best way to revamp your overall health.

In this episode, Dr. Dan and Angela discuss the importance of gut health and listening to how your body signals you through feeling and function. Dr. Dan shares his personal health issues in 2023 with extreme fatigue, pain, and ultimate diagnosis of Lyme disease and shingles. They emphasize the gut-brain connection, benefits of intermittent fasting, and the need to make health a priority with lifestyle changes versus just taking supplements. If you’re not feeling as good as you should, maybe it’s time for a gut check – and this episode is the perfect place to start.

To learn more about this and other hot health topics, follow us on social media and subscribe to our WTH podcast. If you have a specific health question or would like to find out if we can help you with a personal health challenge, check out our office page or contact us at 412-369-0400/ [email protected].

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