Dr. Jaclyn Borza Maher

01/16/2026

Who needs another reason to love their "grandma hobbies?"..... Not me! But here you go in case you do.
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HEddLPvz8/

Research finds “grandma hobbies” - traditional, slow-paced, hands-on activities like knitting, gardening and baking, provide significant health benefits and even lengthen lifespan.

🗂️Stress Reduction and “Activate Meditation”: Many traditional hobbies involve repetitive, rhythmic motions that induce a meditative state.

📑Cortisol Regulation: Activities like knitting and gardening lower cortisol (the stress hormone) and heart rates, moving the body out of “fight or flight” mode.

📑Neurochemical Boost: These activities can trigger the release of serotonin and dopamine, improving mood and promoting emotional balance similar to mindfulness meditation.

🗂️Cognitive Protection and Brain Health: Creative hobbies act as “full-body workout” for the brain, building cognitive reserve.

📑Neuroplasticity: Learning complex patterns in quilting or the science of fermentation builds new neural pathways, which can improve memory and executive function.

📑Dementia Prevention: Regular participation in cognitive hobbies is associated with a lower risk of dementia and slower age-related mental decline. One study suggests that hobbies like knitting can reduce dementia risk by up to 50%.

PMID: 40587181

12/22/2025

Wishing you a bright and restful holiday season. May the coming year be filled with peace, health and joy for you and your families.

10/22/2025

We talk a lot in the office about keeping your neck in a neutral position during sleep to help combat neck pain. Check out this video for a refresher. Disclaimer, in the video she talks about a particular pillow that I have not personally used.

Neck pain is one of the most common sleeping pains, but finding a comfortable sleeping position that won't strain your neck can be tough. Here are some tips ...

07/09/2025

Listen up! 1 in 3 women have issues with their pelvic floor and it has huge implications for spinal health. Give this a read to learn how common symptoms may indicate a weak or tense pelvic floor.

"Just say no to power p*eing. You want to sit, relax and let it flow. Relaxing your pelvic floor allows your bladder, which is a muscle, to push the urine out, and that's really how you're supposed to p*e. Sit instead of hovering, breathe and chill, and then your bladder muscle contracts," says pelvic floor physical therapist Sara Reardon. https://n.pr/4nBZnvo

04/12/2025

Have you ever noticed how a meaningful or positive interaction with another human, whether you know them or not, can lift your mood or change your outlook on the day?
Well, the 2025 World Happiness Report issued a warning that social connections are critically important for human health, happiness and prosperity.
Give this a listen....it's about how a group in Maine is doing their part to combat the Epidemic of Loneliness in their community by simply sharing a meal together. The power of human connection is a beautiful thing!

A couple of cooks in Maine are bringing strangers together for a pot-luck, hoping to build relationships by sharing a meal and talking about their lives.

02/05/2025

We're hiring! We're looking for a team member who shares our passion for supporting others on their journey to physical, nutritional and emotional health and wellbeing.
Do you know someone who would be an amazing asset to our team? Please help us spread the word!

Holistic chiropractic office in Ithaca, NY is looking for a part-time administrative assistant to join our team.

01/08/2025

10/06/2024

Behold the gorgeous Shiitake harvest we had this week! We got 6lbs of these rich savory immune boosting jewels from 6 logs, this is one of our best harvests yet! Dinners are going to taste pretty darn delicious this week.

09/30/2024

Just returned from a fabulous tour of the Standard Process Inc. farm and production facility in Palmyra WI. Many ingredients used in their whole food supplements are grown right there on the organic farm and made into the final products within days of being harvested. Talk about fresh and nutrient rich! It was very cool to see the whole process from seed to finished product.

08/03/2024

The garden produce is so gorgeous this time of year!

06/15/2024

Our Employee of the Month, Louie is turning 4 years old today! Stop by the office next week to give the birthday boy a few extra scratches behind the ears.

01/17/2024

We're on Day 15 of the 21-Day Purification program/liver detox and I am in need of some meal inspiration.
I think I found it! I have learned that a major key to success of eating clean is easy meal prep that can be done ahead of time, so healthy options are available when you are hungry and ready to eat NOW. I'll be trying this one out!

This easy salmon meal prep bowl has a base of quinoa and is topped with roasted veggies, mustard maple salmon and a lemon vinaigrette. Make this recipe over the weekend and have lunches ready to go for the week!