As anyone versed in the healing arts and sciences will tell you, wellness is a process, not an end state. While there are no quick fixes, the good news is that it doesn’t have to be difficult to work towards a healthier way of life. As a chiropractor and acupuncturist who has been providing dedicated care to Cincinnati residents for over 25 years, Dr. Reed Moeller of Forest Park Chiropractic & Acupuncture emphasizes that a few simple changes in lifestyle can drastically improve the quality of your life.

So what are some ways you can improve your wellness? According to Dr. Moeller, these include:

• Quality Sleep: Most Americans do not get enough sleep; we’re often overworked, stressed out, and under-rested. This has numerous effects on the body and mind, but one of the most restorative things you can do is to get the 7-8 hours a night you need.
• Regular Exercise: You don’t have to become a body-builder or even have to join a gym, but you should figure out a way to get physical activity into your daily routine. Simple things like taking regular walks can work wonders for the body and mind—especially if you spend most of your days seated and desk-bound.
• Diet: Here, too, you have a great degree of control. It’s best to avoid overly processed and unhealthy foods, and try to settle on a balanced diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Down Time: Everyone responds to stress differently, but the cumulative effect of it can be so severe that it’s even related to shorter lifespan. One good way to cope with stress is to specifically plan times when you can relax and be yourself. This could be an afternoon spent with loved ones, or isolated periods in which you focus on calming and relaxation.

Positive changes in one aspect of your life produces benefits in others, and it’s this emphasis on connectivity and healing that underlies the massage therapy, nutrition counseling, physical therapy and wellness chiropractic work done by the team at Forest Part Chiropractic & Acupuncture. Find out more about the services and care provided at this Cincinnati practice by visiting them online, or by calling (513) 742-0880.