All sweeteners are not equal when it comes to weight gain! More than 40 years ago high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) was introduced as a cost-effective sweetener in the American diet. It’s found in a wide range of foods and beverages, including fruit juice, soda, cereal, bread, yogurt, ketchup, and mayonnaise. On average, Americans consume 60 [...]

Patients often ask us about our favorite health-related books. Here are a few you might consider adding to your library or Kindle! The Vaccine Book: Making the Right Decision for your Child, Robert W. Sears, M.D. F.A.A.P Part of the Sears Parenting series, this book addresses one of today’s most controversial and worrisome questions. Sears’ [...]

School is back in session and young students who have to deal with food allergies in the classroom, lunchroom and playground often feel different.  Here are some of our favorite books that might make a difference! Food Allergies and Me by Juniper Skinner follows a day in the life of Jack, an allergic child.  From [...]

When any substance enters the body, it is recognized as either foreign or self. If the substance is tagged as foreign, the body’s immune system will shift into attack-mode to protect us. This becomes a problem when our immune system attacks something that is either not harmful or something we are often exposed to. Trees, [...]

Mercury poisoning is a serious problem.  Children under six and women of childbearing age are at greatest risk of suffering from health issues associated with elevated levels of mercury.  Here are a few guidelines from the National Resources Defense Council to keep you and family safely enjoying the health benefits that fish can add to [...]

Back to school shopping is here and perhaps a new lunch box is on the list along with a backpack and classroom supplies.  Kids love snack and lunch times and will often share food with each other.  While this spirit of generosity is something we love to see in our kids, it can create a [...]

Protecting Your Kids Before the Season Starts As summer winds down, the preparation for school and team sports is heating up! Before you know it, it will be time to shuttle kids back and forth to practice and games in between school and homework. Back-to-school prep for our young athletes is far more than new shoes, shin [...]

If you are heading on a vacation and want to be prepared, here are a few items we suggest you pack. Homeopathy: Nux Vomica for Hang overs Arnica for aches and pains Leadum for insect bites Rhus Tox for skin aliments and itching Healingsalve for skin cuts and bruises Peaceful Earth for travelers’ diarrhea Magnesium [...]

The medical field today is over-flowing with specialists.  And while we may turn to specialists for serious healthcare issues, it’s the old-fashioned practice of “family medicine” that helps you and yours deal with the routine aliments of day-to-day living.  At Los Gatos Chiropractic and Wellness Center, we welcome your entire family, from babies to grandparents! [...]

We spend all year planning and looking forward to our summer vacations.  Don’t let your dream trip be ruined by a health emergency.  Here are a few tips that should keep your family happy, healthy and enjoying the fun and sun! ·  Sunburn can ruin a vacation!  Arm yourself with a high SPF waterproof sunscreen. Lather it on [...]