The Yin & Yang symbol has an estimated origin of 14,000 B.C. As I study biology and human physiology, I find more and more wisdom in this symbol. It is composed of two equal and opposite forces that roll into…
Shaun McGuire, DC, LLC
Doctor Shaun McGuire is a Tucsonan and Army Veteran. He has worked as a personal trainer, rehabilitation specialist, and chiropractor. Doctor McGuire’s degrees include Bachelors of Science in Human Biology and Doctorate of Chiropractic. He has also worked as a professor of physiology, anatomy, and cellular biology.
Cannabis
Today, everywhere you turn someone is promoting or talking about cannabis. Being born in 1968, I appreciate the stigma associated with the cannabis plant. Let’s try to separate science from stigma. Like many plants different parts have different phytonutrients causing…
The SAD CRAP Diet
Much has been written about diet, lifestyle choices, and their effects on our health. With the advancements in technology and science, Americans still get a failing grade in health. Obesity is an epidemic affecting 70% of adults. One third of…
Autophagy
What is it? The 2016 Noble Prize for Physiology and Medicine was awarded to Japanese Scientist Yoshinori Ohsumi for his work in this area. Autophagy literally translates to “self eat.” It describes the way our cells clean up worn out…
The Keto Diet
The 90’s called…Dr. Atkins wants his diet back. High protein diets have been popular in weight loss for some time. Currently, the “Ketone Diet” is having its 15 minutes of fame. These diets emphasize low carbohydrate high protein consumption. The…
Weight Management
Everyone knows weight management is essential to optimal health. If you struggle with weight gain, you’re not alone. CDC statistics reveal 7 of every 10 adult Americans are overweight or obese. Excessive weight is related to serious diseases as reported…
New Year’s Resolutions
Having worked in healthcare and the fitness industry for 30 years, my favorite question to ask patients is this, “What is the desired goal of your fitness routine/program?” Remarkably, most people don’t have a response or simply respond “to get…
The Journey Begins
Thanks for joining me! Good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter. — Izaak Walton