AdventHealth Whole Health Institute

24/07/2025

A deficiency in vitamin D causes inadequate mineralization (AKA hardening) of your bones, which may result in bone pain and muscle tenderness. 🦴

Your shin bone (AKA tibia) is a weight-bearing bone so it may be more affected by pain than other bones.

Running your hands up and down your shins with light to medium pressure is a quick test that MAY indicate a deficiency.

❗️This test is only for fun and not accurately diagnosing anything. BUT if you have pain here - it might be time to request a vitamin D level from your practitioner! 😌

🔗 https://www.adventhealth.com/adventhealth-whole-health-institute/request-appointment-form

17/07/2025

Because sunlight, fresh air, and movement still benefit your body and mind, even through the clouds. 🌿

💡Light exposure supports your circadian rhythm, vitamin D metabolism, and mood—even when the sun isn’t shining bright.

14/07/2025

🏊‍♀️ What a splash of a day at the swim meet!

Whole Health Institute was proud to support the incredible athletes at Blue Hills Country Club this past Friday with chiropractic screenings, stretching, and massage. Whether it was pre-race prep or post-race recovery, we were honored to help swimmers perform — and feel — their best.

Here’s to strength, flexibility, and whole-body wellness in AND out of the water! 💙🌊

07/07/2025

We are very excited to partner with AdventHealth Kansas City Foundation for another fun event supporting the growth initiatives of AdventHealth Kansas City and to share our expertise in functional and culinary medicine!

Coming this summer, exclusively for our Champions Circle members! Join Lisa Markley, MS, RDN, Culinary Medicine Director at AdventHealth Whole Health Institute, for a hands-on cooking demonstration in the Culinary Theater at Johnson County Community College. You’ll learn to create delicious, health-focused dishes while gaining expert nutrition tips to support a whole-health lifestyle!

Fuel your whole-health journey—and help others do the same. Join Champions Circle by July 31 to receive an invitation to this hands-on culinary experience with Lisa Markley, MS, RDN. Learn more: https://bit.ly/42XF4z7

03/07/2025

Love the Grill? Watch the Char! 🔥

Those crispy, blackened bits on your meat and veggies may taste great—but they can also produce chemicals like HCAs and PAHs, which have been linked to increased cancer risk.

👨‍🍳Grill safer this summer:
> MARINATE your meat - check out our tasty lemon herb marinade as an option!
> Pre-cook, then grill
> Flip often to avoid charring
> Cut off burnt parts
> Load up on fruits & veggies!

Enjoy the flavor, skip the risks. 🍔🌽

This simple marinade is great for adding flavor to your proteins.

25/06/2025

🌿 Foundations of Health: Summer Webinar Series🌿

4-part virtual series with Dr. Julia St. Clair, ND
💻 Live every Wednesday in July | $10 per session or $30 for all 4
✨ Learn how to eat, sleep, move, and detox with purpose—backed by science, not fads.

Register here: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/411NfML7/g/1ap4pYC270

16/06/2025

Join Angela Katzer for this FREE session in partnership with Natural Grocers as she explores how what you eat can directly impact your hormones - especially during the transitional years of perimenopause and menopause.

When: Tuesday, June 17, from 12-1pm
Where: Natural Grocers, 9108 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, KS 66212

For more details: https://www.naturalgrocers.com/events/hormone-nutrition-connection

13/06/2025

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AdventHealth Kansas City

10/06/2025

Did you know that chiropractors do more than just adjust your back? They have the ability to use a variety of techniques and modalities to support you in your health goals.

Dr. Amina Karim, chiropractor at the Whole Health Institute, combines multiple therapies in each visit, from theragun massage and cupping, to acupuncture, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation, all at no extra charge to the patient. Plus, you'll receive personalized home exercises and wellness tips to accelerate your healing. This comprehensive approach means longer-lasting relief and better overall outcomes.

To schedule a visit with Dr. Karim, call us at 913-632-3550 or request an appointment online today! https://bit.ly/4ktcblX

06/06/2025

Looking for a summertime staple? Check out this delicious, sweet corn, tomato, and peach salad that is sure to be a hit at your backyard BBQ and picnic tables!

You can find more healthy recipes like this on our website - wholehealthinstitutekc.com

This salad highlights some of the best flavors the summer season has to offer. Fresh corn offers a delicious, sweet crunch, while tangy tomatoes and juicy peaches burst with flavor.

05/06/2025

Could Mold Be the Missing Link in Your Health Puzzle? 🧩

Even if your home tests clean, mold toxins can still linger in your body, hiding in tissues and causing a wide range of symptoms — from brain fog and fatigue to chronic sinus issues and inflammation.

Our licensed naturopathic doctor offers a specialized solution: 👉 Provoked Mold Testing – a safe, guided method that uses gentle detoxification to “provoke” and release stored mold toxins, revealing what standard tests often miss.

This testing method is especially helpful for those struggling with:
✔️ Chronic fatigue
✔️ Brain fog
✔️ Unexplained rashes
✔️ Hormone imbalance
✔️ Long-term illness with no clear diagnosis

Let’s get to the root cause — and finally start your healing journey. 🌱

Request an appointment today!! https://bit.ly/4ktcblX

04/06/2025

Had a wonderful time kicking-off summer with the The Kansas City Symphony this weekend for their Mobile Music Box Concert!

Music always seems to bring people together, and we love that we had the opportunity to share this evening with our community!