Essential Health - Dr. Mike Hanson

08/05/2025

Did you know your gut and brain are constantly talking to each other — and when one is out of balance, it can feel like fireworks in the wrong way? 💥🧠

Over 90% of serotonin (your “feel good” chemical) is actually made in the gut! That’s why gut health isn’t just about digestion — it impacts:
✨ Mood & focus
✨ Energy levels
✨ Sleep quality
✨ Behavior (especially in kids!)

If your gut is inflamed or unbalanced, those signals can feel chaotic — like fireworks going off in your nervous system.

💡 Signs your gut-brain connection needs support:

1) Brain fog

2) Fatigue

3) Anxiety or irritability

4) Sugar cravings

5) Constipation or loose stools

Healing the gut is about more than food. We help patients repair the gut lining, balance bacteria, and calm the nervous system so the brain and gut can communicate clearly again.

📞 Ready to restore your gut-brain balance? Call us or fill out the form online at https://www.essentialhealthsf.com/get-started-today

07/30/2025

Back-to-school isn’t just about supplies and new shoes — it’s also about setting your child up for a strong, focused, and healthy year ahead.

🔍 5 signs your child might need an adjustment:
1️⃣ Trouble focusing or sitting still
2️⃣ Poor sleep or irritability
3️⃣ Frequent ear infections or sinus issues
4️⃣ Slouched posture with backpacks
5️⃣ Complaints of tummy aches or headaches

Safe, gentle care can help their body (and brain!) adapt to the demands of school.
📅 Schedule their neurological chiropractic checkup now and start the school year off right!

07/29/2025

🎒📚 Backpacks, Screens & Developing Nervous Systems — School Is Just Around the Corner!
As summer wraps up and routines begin to shift, now is the perfect time to help your child start the school year aligned, focused, and thriving.

Cranial (or skull) adjustments — a precise technique that supports optimal brain and nervous system function in kids of all ages. 🧠

Why adjust the skull?
Even small restrictions or tension patterns in the bones of the skull can affect:
✅ Brain development and sensory integration
✅ Sleep, focus, and emotional regulation
✅ Sinus drainage and ear infections
✅ Posture and spinal alignment
✅ Overall energy and immune function

This little guy loved his visit — and yes, giggles during adjustments are a real thing in our office! 🦒💚

🗓️ With school just weeks away, this is the ideal time to schedule a neurological pediatric visit before the backpacks, homework, and screen time begin again.

💡 Did you know? The cranial bones remain slightly moveable throughout life — especially during growth years. Tension here can influence everything from digestion to behavior.

07/11/2025

🧠✨ Your brain and gut are a dynamic duo. If your spine and nervous system aren’t functioning optimally, the messages to your digestive system get scrambled.

Most people chase symptoms with pills and diets—but if your nervous system is stressed, your gut can’t heal fully. That’s why gentle brain-based chiropractic care and functional medicine together can transform gut health, leading to better digestion, moods, and energy!

Ready to find your root cause?

07/10/2025

🌿 Summer Essentials Just RESTOCKED! 🌿

We’ve stocked up on our favorite Rowe Casa Organics essentials to help you finish the second half of summer healthy, protected, and naturally supported!

✨ Sun Shield & After Sun Spray – Protect your skin with a mineral-based barrier and soothe any sun-kissed areas with calming botanicals.

✨ Insect Repellent & Stop the Itch Cream – Keep pesky bugs away and quickly calm bites if they happen. Great to have in your camping bag!

✨ Boo Boo Cream & Boo Boo Spray – Perfect for life’s little scrapes and bumps—gentle, effective relief for the whole family.

✨ Detox Mask & Detox Bath Salts – Draw out toxins from summer fun—whether it’s time in the lake, pool, or exploring the woods and grass—and refresh your skin after long days outside.

✨ Lymphatic Lotion & Lymphatic Cream – Support circulation and detox pathways to help your body clear out environmental exposures and feel lighter and energized.

✨ Liver Support Castor Oil & Wraps – Encourage gentle liver detox and support digestion naturally, especially after days of outdoor adventures.

✨ Antioxidant Syrup – A delicious way to boost your body’s resilience with powerful plant-based antioxidants.

✨ Floor Cleaner Concentrate – Safe, non-toxic cleaning to keep your floors fresh without harsh chemicals after running barefoot outside.

🍁 And of course Hanson’s Harvest Maple Syrup, lovingly made by Dr. Mike’s dad—pure, and as clean as it gets! Great for those weekend breakfasts with the family.

Come check out your favorites and explore a healthier way to thrive this summer.

07/03/2025

🎇 Celebrate Independence From Pain and Fatigue This 4th of July! 🎇

Ready to experience the science-backed benefits of red light therapy wherever life takes you? Our FAVORITE red light is 45% off in celebration of the holiday!

🌿 Why We Love Lumebox:
✅ Clinically researched wavelengths proven to support recovery, energy, and collagen production
✅ Low EMF output for safer sessions
✅ 155 mW/cm² irradiance—higher than many competitors for faster, deeper results
✅ Lightweight and portable—perfect for travel, your office, or at home
✅ HSA & FSA eligible—use your benefits!

Whether you want to ease sore muscles, boost circulation, or support your skin health naturally, Lumebox is your go-to tool.

🔥 Don’t miss this special holiday offer—45% off ends Monday, Jly 7th or while supplies last! Use the link to get this essential wellness tool

https://thelumebox.com/pages/lb68/?_ef_transaction_id=&oid=3&affid=1933&discount=essentialhealth

07/01/2025

A quick reminder the office will be closed this Friday, July 4th for the holiday. We look forward to seeing everyone when we return on Monday, July 7th.

06/24/2025

🎉 Join Us This Saturday at the Block Party! 🎉
We're excited to be part of this weekend’s neighborhood celebration! Stop by our booth (Essential Health - Dr. Mike Hanson) to say hi, learn more about what we do, and take advantage of an exclusive discount on Functional Medicine appointments—available only during the event!

🧠 Neurological-based chiropractic care
🩺 Root-cause functional medicine & lab testing
🥗 Personalized nutritional plans
🌿 Functional healing from the inside out
💥 Life-changing results

Bring a friend, enjoy the fun, grab a smoothie at Nekter Juice Bar, and take the next step toward feeling your best! 🙌

06/17/2025

Are sugar substitutes really the "healthy" option? 🤔 You might be surprised what the research shows about their impact on gut health, metabolism, and long-term wellness.

In our new blog, we break down the science behind artificial sweeteners, the hidden risks, and what to look for when choosing your foods and drinks. If you're trying to improve your health, check this out! 💡
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👉 Read it here:

Artificial sweeteners may seem like a healthy alternative, but studies link them to weight gain, blood sugar issues, and gut disruption. Learn healthier swaps and how to protect your 7 Systems.

04/21/2025

Happy Birthday, Dr. Mike! 🥳🎉🎈

This week, we’re celebrating the heart of Essential Health — Dr. Mike! Your passion for helping others live healthier, pain-free lives is felt by every patient who walks through our doors. From fine-tuning adjustments to digging deeper into whole-body wellness, your dedication is appreciated!

Wishing you a birthday that’s as well-adjusted and functionally fantastic as you are, Dr. Mike!
Thank you for making Essential Health a place where healing happens and lives are changed!

Drop your birthday wishes for Dr. Mike in the comments below! 👇🏼

04/15/2025

Rowe Casa lovers:
We need to do another restock in the office! Drop below the items you would like to see added to our inventory or your favorite must-haves 👇🏼

03/04/2025

Tired of relying on caffeine and energy drinks? Chiropractic adjustments help optimize nervous system function, reducing stress and increasing energy production naturally. No stimulants—just your body working the way it was designed to! 💥

Skip the crash, choose chiropractic!