Certain spices have powerful antioxidant qualities. Here are some that you can add to your food to give your health a boost. Garlic: Consuming half to one clove of garlic daily may reduce cholesterol by nearly ten percent. As an antibacterial, garlic is often used to treat minor infections. Cinnamon: Many clinical studies have linked… [Read More]

We enjoyed a funfilled evening with a curious and fun crowd. The talk was informative and and educational. Thank you Dr. Stauber, Karen and Joanne. We hope to do more health talks in the future- stay tuned!  

Inflammation and the pain it causes has its place in the healing and health of our bodies. However, all to often many of us experience chronic pain as a result of inflammed joints and muscles. We are offering the opportunity for you to hear from experts in the field about how you can be proactive in the… [Read More]

I get a lot of patients that complain of just common muscle soreness and cramping; they often ask what can be done to prevent or alleviate this.  Magnesium is responsible for over 300 metabolic reactions in our body.  Magnesium citrate is made from a combination of magnesium carbonate and citric acid. It is considered one… [Read More]

Centering Centering is the main focus point of the Pilates Method. All the work starts from and is sustained through the center. Joseph Pilates called this center your “Powerhouse.” We work around the center line of the body. Two straight lines run through and perpendicular to this center line: one from shoulder to shoulder; and… [Read More]

The Pilates Method is a system of therapeutic exercises developed by Joseph H. Pilates over a span of 60 years. Utilizing the specialized equipment he designed, the method works by strengthening individual muscles as well as balancing muscular force at the joint level. It stimulates circulation through facilitating muscular flexibility, joint range of motion and… [Read More]

With the New Year we also get the opportunity to see some new faces. Pilates is no longer an elite exercise program only for dancers and the very rich. It is recognized by personal trainers, physical therapists, and chiropractors as an extremely effective form of exercise for people of all fitness levels. To help new-comers… [Read More]

Happy New Year! So here it is 2012, what are your plans, hopes dreams and wishes? We hope to help you achieve them. 2011 was a challenging and fulfilling first year for us here at Simpatico. Our beloved Tara had her beautiful baby and continues to enjoy being a stay at home mom, although we… [Read More]