People often wonder what stress does to their body. Stress takes a serious toll. You need to learn proper coping skills and employ relief mechanisms. Too much stress can tax your body, both mentally and physically. At First Health Associates, our team of experienced health providers takes an integrative approach to your well-being that can improve
Studies show the benefit of both black and green coffee, but lay off the latte. Plain coffee can improve cardiovascular health and even aid in weight loss. Although the flavorful, exotic concoction whipped up by your local barista cannot make the same claim, straight-up coffee without the additions can boast about its roast. There are diverse
Weight loss tips abound. Weight loss 101 suggests following these two basic principles for long-term sustainable weight loss. Resolved to lose weight? The next step is to decide on how you will accomplish this goal. The exhaustive list of diet options can be overwhelming. But don’t let them sidetrack your goal. Remember, there’s no silver
We all appreciate the benefits of exercise. But maintaining or building the momentum to stick to an exercise routine during winter months can be a challenge. When your thoughts for the new year turn to planning the months ahead, having a doable, consistent exercise routine will help you stay active and keep optimal health on
By: First Health Associates As an integrative medicine clinic, First Health’s goal is to treat your medical condition without the use of prescription drugs. In fact, three of our four disciplines — Acupuncture/TCM, Behavioral Health, and Chiropractic — provide non-prescription based healthcare. However, in some cases, our medical physician Dr. Jason Gruss, FAAPM&R, needs to
“Quit smoking” is a popular New Year’s resolution. Arlington Heights acupuncturist Dr. Yu Zhu, LAc, MD(China) helps to kick the habit through acupuncture. By: Dr. Yu Zhu, LAc, MD (China) As the new year rolls in with its resolutions, “quit smoking” can top the list. As the word implies, “resolve” is key to successfully keeping