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What's on the Menu This Spring? Chirodirectory
 Spring is the perfect time to embrace healthy eating, bringing an abundance of fresh, nutrient-rich foods. Farmers' markets and grocery stores are filled with seasonal produce like leafy greens, asparagus, radishes, and strawberries, all packed with essential vitamins and antioxidants. Incorporating these fresh ingredients into meals can boost energy levels and support overall well-being. Light, refreshing salads with spinach, arugula, and citrus fruits provide a powerful dose of vitamin C and fiber, while roasted spring vegetables like carrots and peas add natural sweetness and crunch. Eating seasonal foods not only enhances flavor but also supports local agriculture and reduces the environmental impact of food transportation. In addition to fresh produce, Spring is a great time to focus on balanced nutrition by including lean proteins, whole grains, and healthy fats in daily meals. Grilled salmon or tofu paired with quinoa and steamed greens offers a nutritious, well-rounded dish packed with protein and essential omega-3s. Nuts, seeds, and avocados provide healthy fats that support heart health and keep you feeling satisfied. Staying hydrated is also crucial as temperatures rise, so drinking plenty of water and herbal teas can help maintain energy and digestion. By making mindful food choices and taking advantage of the season's fresh offerings, eating healthy in spring can be both enjoyable and beneficial for long-term health. What's in season this Spring? A variety of fresh fruits and vegetables come into season, offering vibrant flavors and essential nutrients. Some of the best seasonal produce to enjoy this month includes: Fruits: Strawberries Pineapples Apricots Mangoes Rhubarb Kiwi Lemons Oranges Grapefruit Vegetables: Asparagus Artichokes Spinach Arugula Kale Swiss chard Radishes Carrots Peas (snap peas, snow peas, and garden peas) Leeks Spring onions Fennel These fruits and vegetables are at their peak freshness in Spring, making them great choices for nutritious and flavorful meals.
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Welcome to Stemen Chiropractic Clinic
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About Our Practice
Welcome to Stemen Chiropractic. Dr. Stemen is a health care professional that focuses on functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system, the nervous system and the effects of these disorders on general health. Chiropractic care is used most often to treat neuromusculoskeletal complaints, including but not limited to back pain, neck pain, pain in the joints of the arms or legs and headaches. Dr. Stemen will assess most patients through a clinical examination, diagnostic imaging and other diagnostic interventions to determine if chiropractic treatment is appropriate or if it is not. Dr. Stemen will readily refer patients to the appropriate health care provider when chiropractic care is not suitable for the patient's condition or the condition warrants co-management in conjunction with other members of the health care team. Call today for your appointment.
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