Study shows chiropractic care benefits constipated infants       Avery small study group — three infants, all under 2 years of age — was put into chiropractic care for periods of three weeks to three months in a controlled research project. Following the study,which was funded by the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association of Media, PA, all... More ... Tackling the obesity epidemic: Why you can't afford to 'weight' By Rebecca Cipriano, M.D.       It is difficult to ignore the extent to which obesity has become a grave health concern in New Jersey.The New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services reports that nearly 59 percent of New Jersey residents are either overweight or obese (nearly one out of every three people). Some might arg... More ... How to live sanely in an insane world: mindfulness-based stress reduction in action By Ken A. Verni, Psy.D.       There is so much in today's world that pulls us away from being fully present.How often in the course of our days are we actually in touch with our bodies, attentive to loved ones, and aware of our actual feelings or what we truly need to feel fulfilled in life? More ... After the fall More than 20 million medical visits are made each year from in-home injuries — here's how to play it safer By Darci Smith CTW Features       Iknew I was in trouble as soon as my right foot began to slip off the smooth,painted step.The stairway to the basement of my historic condominium building is twisty and tricky to maneuver even when not carrying a week's worth of dark laundry.Adding slippers to the mix was simply not a good idea. More ... Fall prevention in the home       Dr. Geoffrey Westrich, an orthopedic surgeon at the Hospital for Special Surgery, New York City, recommends going room to room to ensure your home is as fall-proof as possible. General tips: • Ensure that the home is free of hazards like slippery floors, unsecured rugs and poorly lit are... More ... Weed out all those springtime aches and pains By Michael J. Katz       Spring is in the air.We Americans can't wait for spring to arrive, and the opportunity to be outside and partake in all those activities we couldn't do all winter: gardening, golf, baseball and bike riding. More ... Diego and Transformer dolls help children learn about bones       No bones about it,an early education is key to a life of good health and safety.That is exactly what Alan Nasar, M.D., brought to the first-grade class of Mrs.Devorah Grosz and the pre-K class of Mrs.Karen Shapiro at Hillel Yeshiva Elementary School, Ocean, during recent presentations for Health a... More ... Customized health care comes to New Egypt       When Gail Lisa of New Egypt was recently diagnosed with osteopenia, a degeneration of bone density that is the precursor of osteoporosis, she was surprised to learn that one of the most important prescriptions to control the disease was a simple one — exercise. More ... Holistic health care services available in area       Energy Balance Laser Therapy and Massage and Lifeprint Counseling, located at 55 Schanck Road, Suite A-20, Freehold, join in offering holistic services to promote good health and well-being. Holistic health care creates optimal health and maximum vitality for ultimate well-being. More ...