Recipes - Dr. Chady F. Wonson

Dr. Chady F. Wonson

DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC, DC
ACUPUNCTURE & HERBAL MEDICINE, LAc
CERTIFIED NUTRITION CONSULTANT, CNC
CERTIFIED TRADITIONAL NATUROPATHY, CTN

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Dr. Wonson’s Kitchen: Spiced Nuts

Dec 20, 2019

Still looking for a last-minute gift to give the special people in your life? Cynthia, our friend and patient, was kind enough to bring us some delicious spiced nuts as a holiday present, and needless to say- they are long gone! Instead of packing in tons of sugar, Cynthia’s treat incorporates herbs and spices, leading […] Read More »

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Dr. Wonson’s Kitchen: Pumpkin Soup

Nov 1, 2019

Even here in Northern California, where the weather is 70 degrees and sunny for most of the year, it’s starting to really feel like fall. There are crunchy leaves on the sidewalks, more and more people are breaking out their puffy jackets, and autumn colors are everywhere! Jack-o-lanterns are finding their homes on porches and […] Read More »

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Managing Pain

In my office, I often ask patients to smile while trying to move an area of their body that is experiencing pain. Almost always, the pain begins to feel better as soon as the corners of their mouth turn up. Then I ask them to try the same motion while frowning. Just as quickly, the pain begins to intensify. The smiling technique is especially helpful for patients suffering from chronic pain. By remembering to laugh and smile, my patients are able to deliver self-care between visits to my office which helps limit the use of prescription pain medications that often have negative side effects.

Fortunately, laughter is one addiction we should all long for to help ensure a happy life and good health. Everyone feels better when they are happy. According to Classical Chinese Medicine, laughter and smiling are associated with the natural element fire which represents sunshine. So, when you feel a little cloudy mentally, emotionally or physically, have a smile and let joy and sunshine melt away your stress and discomfort.