Since going dairy-free three years ago, Dr. Chris LoRang began to miss ice cream. He missed the flavor and texture. Mostly, he missed chance to share this dessert with friends and family. Dairy-free and dreaming of ice cream So he set out to craft his own version — one with added fat and a bit more salt than just plain …
When the Sugar Bug Bites Halloween is fun! With the cozy fall weather, vibrant costumes, corny jokes, parties, and decorations — what’s not to enjoy? Well, we hear from patients again and again that they feel stuck when it comes to holidays like Halloween because it’s tough to celebrate without all the added SUGAR. Between parties and trick-or-treating, candy and …
In this edition of Our Health Community, we look beyond Greater Des Moines to the whole state of Iowa. Our friends at the Healthiest State Initiative have much planned to keep Iowans moving and living healthfully, especially during the month of October. Ready why below, as well as how you can get involved in the momentum to make Iowa the …
Liver and onions is not a new dish by any means. This nutrient-dense dish has been around for years. But it is definitely not known for being a popular, well-loved food (at least by most people) in today’s food culture. So, in his quest to make nourishing foods more palatable for everyday cooks and families, Dr. LoRang experimented with variations …
As a highly-collaborative clinic, we know the importance of incorporating a variety of techniques depending on a patient’s needs and goals. That includes massage therapy. One provider we are proud to know and work with is Amanda Lundstedt, owner of Active Edge Massage. Her focus on sports medical massage healthcare and her vision for expanding her practice bring an exciting …
Have you ever tried an organ meat? What is your reaction when you hear the words: “liver and onions”…? Do your toes curl or your lips sneer? Do you get a queasy feeling in your stomach, whether or not you’ve tried the dish before? Once popular, now stigmatized Though Americans once commonly consumed organ meats as part of an everyday …
Buying food locally brings so many perks. First, you can feel assured knowing where your food comes from. You may get to know the farmer/grower personally. You know your food travelled a short distance to reach you, resulting in fewer emissions. Plus, you can learn which foods are grown or harvested during certain seasons here in Iowa. You may even …
At Capital Chiropractic & Rehabilitation Center, we know that one of the most important times we can help a person is when they are experiencing a big change. That change may be experiencing an injury, preparing for a race, rehabbing after surgery, making a plan to improve their wellness, or helping figure out what is wrong in the first place. …
Do you have an abundance of cucumbers in your garden that you’re not sure what to do with? Or maybe you are looking for a new snack or appetizer for these warm summer days? Well, how about cucumbers? A satisfying + hydrating summer snack Since cucumbers are mode of 95 percent water, they are an ideal hydrating and cooling food. …
Our Best Life Starts Early Helping people live their best lives – by preventing injuries, growing stronger, and treating the whole person – is the mission of Capital Chiropractic & Rehabilitation Center. That includes helping the youngest among us build a strong foundation of mobility, coordination, and neuromotor stabilization from the earliest days of their lives. To bring more attention …