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Our friendly, welcoming staff will guide you through your visit at Fresh Start Chiropractic and Wellness Center. We work very hard to stay current with the latest techniques and technologies to provide the best care possible for all of our patients. We not only offer a variety of chiropractic adjusting techniques to cater to the needs of different patients, but we pride ourselves in our many other Health and Wellness services to help you live your healthiest life! We believe your overall health is like a big jigsaw puzzle with many moving pieces. We can assist you with each of those pieces (just pick one to start with!) and we will work with you to complete the best overall version of you!
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March 2, 2026It’s Time to Spring Clean Your Body
As the snow melts and the sun shines brighter, we are reminded that renewal is on the horizon. We un-zip those heavy jackets, open our lungs, and take a deep breath. In through our nose, out through our mouth. Fresh air! Just as we spring clean our homes, we also need to spring clean our bodies. Wash the outside, cleanse the inside. Here are a few ways you can spring clean your body.
Clean Your Nose
Did you have a hard time taking a deep breath in the section above? Did you feel your nose wasn’t the clearest? Try doing a saline nasal flush once a week to help keep your sinus clear of debris, dust, and dirt. Go a step further and spend 30 minutes in our Salt Room. Salt acts like a sponge, attracting foreign substances along its path out of the respiratory tract. Inhaled salt reduces inflammation, opens up airway passages, and eliminates foreign objects, leading to an improved immune system and increased oxygen flow. It’s like cleaning your body’s air filter!
Clean Your Inside
Another way to ‘flush’ your insides is to drink half your body weight in ounces of water every day. Think about spring time and pollen. We feel our allergies flaring up and just can’t wait for a good rainstorm to wash away the pollen from the trees. Our insides are the same way. Maybe we ate a bit unhealthy one day or overloaded on carbs. We just want something to wash away those heavy feelings. Water can do that for you, but only if you drink enough to wash away those toxins.
Need an even deeper cleanse to your system other than just flushing it out with water? Try our healthy eating online program, Whole30, or our online weight loss program, ChiroThin, and see how you could feel better in just 5-6 weeks. Learn more about our Nutritional Services.
Clean Your Mind
As we slowly transition from cabin fever to adjusting our eyes to seeing the sun, we need to remember to clear out the cobwebs in our minds. To do this, we recommend getting outside, in nature, and soak in some Vitamin D from the sunlight. Breathing in fresh air from the outside helps our minds to get away from distractions and stressors that prevent our body from healing. Vitamin D from the sunlight builds strong bones and muscles and helps to keep our immune systems in tip top shape.
Clean the Noise
Okay. This one sounds a little funny, but what we mean by ‘noise’ in this blog is technology. So much of what we do today revolves around technology. We go from being on our phones first thing in the morning to working on our computers for work to watching television in the evenings and we don’t really give our eyes or our minds a break. Eye health is an essential component to our every day lives and we often forget to take care of them. If you must look at screens for a large part of the day, consider using blue light glasses to protect your eyes.
Not only will taking breaks from technology help to preserve our eyes, but it will also help us to disconnect from the “noise” in the world that causes mental stress. Set limits for when and how long you are using technology each day and see how much it can positively impact your health and well being.
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March 1, 2026Morning Routine for Stress Reduction
We always have a million different things on our to-do lists and the morning seems to have a to-do list of its own. There’s always an endless pile of laundry, dishes, and kids to take to and from school or activities. And maybe in the morning you already wake up feeling heavy from the multitude of things weighing on you.
A good morning routine can help to set the tone for the rest of the day and ensure that you start off with a positive mindset so you are ready to tackle anything that the day brings.
How do morning routines reduce stress?
Having pre-planned tasks and plenty of time to complete them gets your day started off on the right foot rather than the wrong one.
What can I do?
Some things to include in your morning routine to reduce stress include some time to work on creating the right mindset to help you start your day. A few ways to do this include reciting affirmations, spending time visualizing your goals and dreams, or even just intentionally moving your body with exercise to boost your mood.
Affirmations
80% of women experience self-deprecating thoughts which can bring down your mood. Changing that dialogue can help. Say affirmations outloud to yourself in the morning, focusing on “I am” statements rather than “I will.” For example, “I am smart, confident and beautiful and I am going to have an amazing day!”
Exercise
Exercise can boost your mood and raise your energy so try spending 20-30 minutes moving in the mornings to set the tone for the day. It’s even better if you can move your workout outside and get sunshine to improve your mood, especially in the colder months when we don’t get out enough.
Reading
Try spending even a few minutes reading a book on something you want to learn about or you want to achieve. There are experts out there that have already written about what you may want to know. Aim to read 10 pages a day or listen to 20 minutes of an audio book to start consistently learning a new skill or to learn how to start working on a more positive mindset.
Quiet Time
Is there a lot of noise in your life? Add some silence to your day through meditation, deep breathing exercises, journaling or prayer. Visualize your dreams in your head with great detail. What do they look like or smell like when you achieve them? What can you hear? How do you feel? Jot these things down in a journal to refer to when you feel like you’re losing your focus and getting off track.
Carve out some time to start trying a few of these things in the morning. Eventually you can wake up an hour earlier to have your own personal ‘power hour’ for the day, including 5 minutes each of silence, affirmations, visualization, and writing, and 20 for reading and exercise. Soon you will be enjoying your stress-free morning routine that will get you ready to conquer your day!
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February 23, 20265 Activities to Try this Spring
Do you smell freshly cut grass? Neither do we, but we can’t wait until we do! As much as we might miss winter, winter is for hibernation in the same way for humans as it is for animals. When spring arrives, it’s time to step outside and admire the beauty of the new green landscape and feel the warm air against your skin. Spring is another fresh start; it’s the perfect time to try a new activity or enjoy an old one!
Hiking
If you are somebody who loves to stay active, think about taking a hike on a local trail! Frigid weather can make it daunting to get up and move, but hiking is a great way to improve your cardiovascular health and stay in shape as the season shifts. Being in nature will also benefit your mental and emotional well-being.
Gardening
Connecting with the environment can also bring about a wide range of physical, mental, and emotional benefits for your overall well-being. Gardening gets you up close and personal with nature, and allows you to also create and care for something of your own. Learn more about the Benefits of Gardening.
Cycling
For more intense physical exercise, springtime weather is perfect for cycling. Whether you go on your own, or join a local cycling club to meet new people, you will still reap the activity’s physical benefits. But cycling can also be a leisurely activity. You don’t need to be training for a race in order to enjoy cycling this Spring! Grab a few friends and bike around town. Join our Fresh Start Plus Community and connect with others who enjoy getting outdoors to be active!
Picnics
Staying inside can keep us from the people we love. Take advantage of the warmer weather and plan a picnic at a local park for you and your friends! Sandwiches, snacks, fresh fruit, and a card game is all you need for a fun, yet relaxing day outside with your friends. To help you plan a healthy picnic menu, view all of our nutritional resources.
Nature Watch
The silence you heard all winter will come to a close as birds and other critters return to enjoy the warmth of spring. Think of something you want to search for (butterflies, birds, etc.) and set off on a scavenger hunt. This is an activity you can do alone or with a group of friends. A nature watch is an excellent way to stay grounded and connect with the environment. Join our Fresh Start Plus Community and connect with others who enjoy a walk in the woods!
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February 23, 2026Low Histamine Food Guide
As we are happy to say goodbye to winter and welcome spring, there are some who are preparing to deal with the allergies that spring brings with it. This is when it is important to take note of the foods we are consuming. Focusing on low-histamine foods is often helpful for alleviating allergy symptoms. This is because a low histamine diet helps to manage an individual’s histamine intolerance (HIT). Histamine overload is often the cause of many allergy symptoms, from itchy, watery eyes and congestion to skin issues like itching, hives or flushing. A low histamine diet suggests avoiding processed, aged, or fermented food, placing priority on eating fresh, whole foods like the following:
Fresh beef, fish, chicken, turkey, duck, and veal (no processed meats)
Fruits and vegetables such as carrots, zucchini, lettuce, asparagus, apples, pears, grapes, and mangoes
Dairy alternatives like almond milk or coconut milk
Gluten-free carbohydrates including quinoa, oats, rice, potatoes, and sweet potatoes
Cooking oils like olive oil and coconut oil
Various seeds such as flax and chia seeds, as well as, pumpkin seeds and hemp seeds
If you suffer from seasonal allergies, try changing some of the foods you put on your plate this spring and see how much better you can feel!
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Events
Sourdough Gut Health Workshop – March 28, 2026Join us on March 28, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. for our Sourdough Gut Health Workshop!
What’s this Sourdough craze all about? Join Dr. Fawn Shaffer and her team for a fun Sunday afternoon and we’ll show you!
Bring a large mixing bowl, your favorite mixing spoon or spatula, and an apron (if you’re worried about getting messy). We’ll supply the rest! You’ll leave with your own sourdough starter, a sourdough loaf that you have started and can finish baking at home, and the directions to keep your starter alive and healthy at home.
Location
Flemington First Church of Christ714 Canal StreetMill Hal, PA 17751
How to Register
Cost is $20/person. Space is limited and classes fill quickly, so please RSVP to reserve your spot. You MUST pre-register by contacting Sally Young at (570) 295-7213. Venmo, PayPal, cash, or check accepted.
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Sourdough Gut Health Workshop – October 19, 2025Join us on October 19, 2025 from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. for our Sourdough Gut Health Workshop!
What’s this Sourdough craze all about? Join Dr. Fawn Shaffer and her team for a fun Sunday afternoon and we’ll show you!
Bring a large mixing bowl, your favorite mixing spoon or spatula, and an apron (if you’re worried about getting messy). We’ll supply the rest! You’ll leave with your own sourdough starter, a sourdough loaf that you have started and can finish baking at home, and the directions to keep your starter alive and healthy at home.
Location
Woolrich Community Center1080 Park AvenueWoolrich, PA 17745
How to Register
Cost is $20/person with proceeds going to Hope 4 Hayze. Space is limited and classes fill quickly, so please RSVP to reserve your spot. You MUST pre-register by contacting Sally Young at (570) 295-7213. Venmo, PayPal, cash, or check accepted.
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POSTPONED – Sourdough Gut Health Workshop – September 14, 2025Join us on September 14, 2025 from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. for our Sourdough Gut Health Workshop!
What’s this Sourdough craze all about? Join Dr. Fawn Shaffer and her team for a fun Sunday afternoon and we’ll show you!
Bring a large mixing bowl, your favorite mixing spoon or spatula, and an apron (if you’re worried about getting messy). We’ll supply the rest! You’ll leave with your own sourdough starter, a sourdough loaf that you have started and can finish baking at home, and the directions to keep your starter alive and healthy at home.
Location
Woolrich Community Center1080 Park AvenueWoolrich, PA 17745
How to Register
Cost is $20/person with proceeds going to Hope 4 Hayze. Space is limited and classes fill quickly, so please RSVP to reserve your spot. You MUST pre-register by contacting Sally Young at (570) 295-7213. Venmo, PayPal, cash, or check accepted.
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Taste of Spring 2025
Join us on Monday, April 14, 2025 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in our office for our first Taste of Spring event powered by JuicePlus! Come taste test our JuicePlus products and tour our facility to view all we have to offer at our Wellness Center. This event is for anyone who wants to improve their health journey by learning more about our JuicePlus products and Fresh Start wellness services. Door prizes and more will be available! There is no cost to attend this event and it is open to the public. Whether you are an existing JuicePlus customer, you just want to try the products, or you just want a tour of our facility, we want to see you Monday night!
Location:
Fresh Start Chiropractic and Wellness Center565 McElhattan Drive,Lock Haven, PA 17745
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