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Thriving After Adversity: Post-Traumatic Growth
Life is rarely smooth sailing. We all, at some time, experience challenges of one kind or another that cause us severe and lasting
Dr. Eric Plasker
June 9, 2024
Category: Lifestyle 100
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Cedar Rapids’ 100 Year Lifestyle® Chiropractors
For generations, families in and around Cedar Rapids have been calling Spinal Corrective Center P.C. – Chiropractic for Pediatric Development and Adult Health,
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 19, 2024
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Build Habits Better
A habit is defined as a settled or regular tendency or practice. Humans are described as creatures of habit. The reality is that
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 12, 2024
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Do Not Disturb
Today most of us find we are on call for our work 24/7. Whether it’s by phone, text, or email, we’re constantly tethered
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 5, 2024
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No Sweat
Most people aren’t comfortable when they are sweaty. In fact, there are several negative expressions based on the idea of sweating. You could
Dr. Eric Plasker
April 21, 2024
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Take A Breath
Our breath is an essential part of life that we often take for granted. It is a process that allows us to bring
Dr. Eric Plasker
April 14, 2024
100 Year Stories
Living at 100%
Amy Ettinger is living at 100%. She’s also only 49, and she’s been diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of cancer, uterine
100 Year Lifestyle
April 11, 2024
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What’s Your Zone?
We’re hearing a great deal about the blue zones these days. In case you haven’t heard, blue zones are places identified by Dan
Dr. Eric Plasker
March 24, 2024
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The Power of Ritual
Some people love rituals and ceremony. Others have no appreciation for the power of ritual whatsoever. Whatever your position, it’s a fact that
Dr. Eric Plasker
March 10, 2024
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Curiosity Killed the Cat…
Many people have heard at least half of this old adage. The first half goes, “curiosity killed the cat.” The lesser known second
Dr. Eric Plasker
March 3, 2024
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Give it a Rest
Fatigue is a common complaint among people of all ages these days. Even if you sleep well you might wake up feeling tired,
100 Year Lifestyle
February 25, 2024
100 Year Stories
First Lady of Fitness
She predates Jane Fonda on the workout scene. Together with her husband, Jack LaLanne, they were credited as revolutionizing modern physical fitness. Today,
100 Year Lifestyle
February 22, 2024
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Living Color
We talk about eating the rainbow. Some people are described as “colorful characters.” Certainly, life’s black and white moments are never as enjoyable as
Dr. Eric Plasker
February 4, 2024
100 Year Stories
Singapore – The 6th Blue Zone
Singapore is the latest country to be named a blue zone. The sixth blue zone is the latest and only new one to
100 Year Lifestyle
December 28, 2023
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Living Your Best 100 Year Lifestyle®
The New Year is almost here. As we look forward to the possibilities of what can be, and what we’d like to be,
Dr. Eric Plasker
December 24, 2023
Brain, Nervous System
Most Alzheimer’s Cases are Preventable
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, approximately 6.7 million Americans age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s. That’s 1 in 9 people aged
Dr. Eric Plasker
December 17, 2023
Environment 100
Do One Hard Thing
We have the Japanese to thank for the idea of misogi. It’s a purifying ritual usually involving making a pilgrimage to a freezing
Dr. Eric Plasker
December 10, 2023
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Persistence High
Most of us are familiar with, if we haven’t experienced, a “runner’s high.” It is usually defined as a state of euphoria or
Dr. Eric Plasker
October 29, 2023
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Get a Grip
Many believe that a firm handshake makes a good impression. Now the science is telling us that grip strength might be a better
Dr. Eric Plasker
October 22, 2023
Change Your Life
Inherently Good
Inherently Good The imagination is a powerful force of life. Great men and women of the past have always held their wonderful, human imagination to
John Ohm
September 5, 2023
100 Year Stories
It’s Your Choice
According to nonagenarian Joy Ryan, “It’s your choice whether you’re going to have a grumpy day or a sunny day. So smile at
Dr. Eric Plasker
July 20, 2023
Health Care 100
Saunas Are a Hot Topic
Saunas are a hot topic these days, and for good reason. They have been a part of Finnish culture for over 2,000 years. Finland
Dr. Eric Plasker
July 11, 2023
Environment 100
Sunscreen Safety
With summer in full swing most of us are headed outdoors to soak up that vitamin D. Between our mothers and our dermatologists,
Dr. Eric Plasker
July 4, 2023
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The Healthiest Team Always Wins
I have always had a passion for sports and athletics. I appreciate the camaraderie of the team, the commitment and focus it takes to
Dr. Eric Plasker
June 27, 2023
Health Care 100
Lose Your Cool or Stay Cool?
Every day there is something – an event, an interaction, a realization – that has the potential to make you angry. How do you
Dr. Eric Plasker
June 20, 2023
Fitness and Nutrition 100
Muscles Matter!
According to Harvard Health Publishing, after age 30 we begin to lose as much as 3% to 5% of our muscles per decade. For
Dr. Eric Plasker
June 13, 2023
Environment 100
Dirty Dozen and Clean 15
Each year our friends at the Environmental Working Group (EWG) put out a list of the Dirty Dozen and Clean 15. Never heard
Dr. Eric Plasker
June 6, 2023
Brain, Nervous System
Read Books, Live Longer
Book lovers rejoice! A study conducted by Yale University has proven that reading books is directly tied to longevity. In other words, read books,
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 30, 2023
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Benefits of Intermittent Fasting
Everyone today is talking about the many benefits of intermittent fasting – including potentially increasing longevity. But this latest fad isn’t really a fad
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 21, 2023
Chiropractic
Healthspan vs Lifespan
As the Longevity Industrial Complex continues to grow by leaps and bounds, new language – more nuanced language – is being used to talk
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 9, 2023
