Monthly Archives: July 2012

Versatile Coenzyme Shows Amazing Potential

Coenzyme Q10 — sometimes spelled CoQ10 — is a naturally occurring compound found in many tissues in your body. You can also find it in food sources like meat, spinach and peanuts. This coenzyme was first identified in 1957 by … Continue reading

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Pet Ownership Boosts Health

If you’re a pet lover, your furry friend may be providing you much more than companionship. He or she may actually be adding years to your life! How? By improving your physical and mental health. Doctors of chiropractic, like Dr. … Continue reading

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Dr. Ruiz Taylors Your Chiropractic Adjustment To Your Needs

Recently, a longtime patient spoke with a friend with a shoulder injury about coming to Monterey Family Chiropractic. Her friend, who has not seen a chiropractor before, asked if the adjustment would hurt or create loud noises, because if so, … Continue reading

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Amazing Apples

Did you know that there are more than 7,000 varieties of apples cultivated worldwide?  (No, that doesn’t include what’s sold at the Apple store, thank you, but we’re very big fans of the late, great Steve Jobs. )  No apple … Continue reading

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Common Causes of Foot Pain

Did you know that the human foot consists of 26 bones, 33 joints, and hundreds of muscles, nerves and ligaments? Yet, its marvelous, complex structure is often taken for granted. Most feet endure hours of punishment every day. Snug shoes, … Continue reading

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