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Nutrition Articles

Tryptophan: A Sleepy Amino Acid

Mashed potatoes and sweet potatoes and turkey, oh my! As your mouth salivates just thinking about the holiday meal, be ready to give into the post-dinner relaxation and calm. Eat. Nap. Enjoy!

Broccoli: Your Super Vegetable

OrthoIllinois Chiropractic wants you to eat your veggies! Start with broccoli. The greener (or even purplish), the better.  It’s anti-cancer, anti-oxidant, full of fiber, vitamins and nutrients. Spice it. Butter it. Cheese it. Just eat it!

Prunes & Pomegranates are Your Friends!

OrthoIllinois Chiropractic wants you to try a couple "p" fruits: the prune and pomegranate. Yes, they’re a bit odd. One's a shriveled up plum and the other has funny seeds inside. But they taste good and are so good for you!    

Stop the Yo-Yo! The Benefits of Weight Loss

The frustration of weight loss affects many McHenry residents, but satisfaction may be yours with OrthoIllinois Chiropractic’s help. When you are tired of diet game, turn to OrthoIllinois Chiropractic to help you meet your goal.