Brooks Chiropractic

We all knew it was coming, our first large snowfall!  With snow comes the inevitable clean up, and for those unlucky individuals comes snow shoveling injuries.  Snow shoveling is a complex activity that requires proper technique, as well as a proper warm up to help reduce the chance of straining your mid to lower back. I know what you’re thinking, why do I have to warm up to shovel snow?  Shoveling snow is the equivalent of running on a treadmill, while circuit training using weights.  You’re constantly moving, pushing, lifting heaving amounts of snow.  If you were going to the gym to lift would you warm up before throwing weights around,…

Blueberry Waffles Prep Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: 15 Yield: 4 to 6 servings Ingredients 3 large eggs, at room temperature ½ cup coconut milk 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup 3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 cup raw cashews or macadamia nuts 3 tablespoons coconut flour ¾ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon sea salt ½ cup blueberries Method Preheat a waffle iron to the lowest setting Place all the ingredients in the order listed, except the blueberries, in a high speed blender Blend on low for 30 seconds, then increase to high and continue blending until the batter is completely smooth, about another 30…

Chocolate Layer Cake Prep Time: 40 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Yield: 8 to 10 servings 6 Eggs at room temperature ½ cup Honey ¼ cup coconut oil, melted, plus more for greasing the pans ¼ cup coconut milk 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract ¾ cup blanched almond flour 1/3 cup coconut flour 1/3 cup cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ cup dairy-free chocolate chips Preheat oven to 325 degrees F Place the eggs, honey, oil, coconut milk and vanilla in a food processor and process until fully combined. Sift the flours, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt into a bowl, then add to…

One of the most common stories I get as a chiropractor has to do with a previous auto accident.  It’s amazing how so many people have a similar story, about the car accident they had 5, 10, 15 years ago.  Unfortunately for most it also has a similar ending, with some sort of permanent injury and pain that slowly got worse after the accident.  The worst part about all lot of these stories is, most people with a permanent whiplash injury could have prevented it, or made much better with proper treatment after an auto accident. Every year there are 6 million injuries due to motor vehicle crashes, and about 3…

Quick and Easy Salmon Cakes Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Yield: 4 patties Ingredients: 2 6-ounce cans of wild salmon, drained 2 eggs, beaten 3 tablespoons minced shallots 1-2 cloves garlic, minced or grated 2 tablespoons green onions (scallions), minced Pinch of the following: garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper 2 teaspoons coconut flour (optional) 1/4 cup coconut oil or butter Combine the salmon, eggs, shallots, garlic, green onions and spices in a small mixing bowl. If the consistency is runny, sift the coconut flour over the mixture, and combine well. In a large pan over medium heat, melt enough coconut oil to create a…

First foods for babies has been a hot topic for years.  When do I give them solids, what foods give me my biggest bang for my buck, if baby isn’t sleeping is it ok to give the cereal?  To make matters worse, everyone has a different opinion for what worked for them, or this is what my parents gave me and I turned out alright.  It’s tough not to fall into this trap and give our kids sub-optimal nutrient dead foods, that can be loaded with things like; heavy metals, corn syrup, MSG, and other synthetic minerals and additives that are never meant to be in a baby’s body. Let’s…

By: Brooks Laber D.C.   Injuries, we all deal with them.  Whether you are a weekend warrior on the softball field, an occasional golfer, or a high school athlete we all deal with various injuries throughout our lifetimes.  It could involve something as simple as a sprained ankle, or even more complicated injuries like a sprained rotator cuff, or severe back and neck pain. When it comes to these types of issues you don’t have to wait around and let it slowly heal, hoping that it heals strong enough for you to continue to do what you love to do.  There are a lot of different options you have to…

If you had to pick one issue you have with eating healthy food what would it be? Does it cost to much to have organic fruits and vegetables in the house? Do you not like going to a grocery store and waiting in line for food that isn’t ripe yet? Well than, for all of you who have problems with getting and keeping enough fresh produce in the house I have the answer for you. Guess what time of the year it is, FARMERS MARKET SEASON! The best part about produce from a local farmers market is that its locally grown, which means its picked at its peak ripeness, sold…

By Brooks Laber D.C. How many of you have noticed the black foam roller I have sitting next to my chiropractic table.  Some of you know a lot about it, others think it looks like a fun floatation device, or a kids toy there for amusement.  For those of you who haven’t foam rolled, don’t be fooled by its innocent appearance.  While it may look like fun, as most of us know that have foam rolled, it HURTS! Jokes aside, the foam roller is a great tool when it comes to exercise, and fitness.  It can help prevent injury, improve your training recovery time, and keep your muscle tissue supple…