Articles on chiropractic care, hormone health, gut health, thyroid testing, and the test-don't-guess approach to feeling better.https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/en-ushttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/why-kids-struggle-after-school-the-hidden-connection-between-homework-battles-emotions-gut-health/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/why-kids-struggle-after-school-the-hidden-connection-between-homework-battles-emotions-gut-health/Homework battles, after-school meltdowns, and emotional outbursts aren't just personality. Often they're signals — and the body has reasons. Here's how gut health, food sensitivities, and the nervous system shape how kids feel after school.Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTpediatricgut-healthclinicalDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/living-with-pots-a-wellness-way-conversation/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/living-with-pots-a-wellness-way-conversation/How the Wellness Way approach can help you reclaim rhythm in a dys-rhythmic worldThu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTautoimmuneimmunenervous-systemDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/how-chiropractic-care-helps-strengthen-your-immune-system/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/how-chiropractic-care-helps-strengthen-your-immune-system/How often you fight off seasonal bugs has less to do with luck and more to do with how well your body is communicating with itself.Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTchiropracticimmuneclinicalDr. Ryan DeNome, D.C.https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/giving-your-immune-system-a-level-up-before-the-sugar-holidays/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/giving-your-immune-system-a-level-up-before-the-sugar-holidays/The holiday season is full of joy, gatherings, and — let's be honest — a lot of sugar. From Halloween candy to pumpkin pie and Christmas cookies, sweets sneak in at every turn. But sugar doesn't just affect your waistline — it can actually suppress your immune system for hours af…Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTgut-healthimmuneDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/rheumatoid-arthritis-is-common-but-not-normal-and-what-to-do-about-it/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/rheumatoid-arthritis-is-common-but-not-normal-and-what-to-do-about-it/Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can feel like your body has turned against you. Achy joints, morning stiffness, swelling, fatigue — they all point to inflammation that's running deeper than the surface. At The Wellness Way - Mason, we believe the key to finding relief is understanding wh…Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTgut-healthhormonesautoimmuneDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/chaga-mushroom-benefits-a-wellness-way-approach/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/chaga-mushroom-benefits-a-wellness-way-approach/When people think of superfoods for brain health and immune support, Chaga mushrooms often top the list. At The Wellness Way, we recognize Chaga not as a "magic fix," but as a powerful tool that helps restore balance in the body when used alongside proper testing and personalized…Fri, 05 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMTimmunegut-healthDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/holistic-adhd-support-for-kids-the-wellness-way-approach/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/holistic-adhd-support-for-kids-the-wellness-way-approach/Is your child struggling to sit still in class, pay attention, or complete homework? ADHD is often blamed when kids have trouble focusing in school, but at The Wellness Way, we see these behaviors as signals—clues that something deeper in the body is out of balance. Instead of ju…Fri, 05 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMTpediatricgut-healthhormonesDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/statins-and-heart-health-a-wellness-way-perspective-on-cholesterol-and-cardiovascular-risk/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/statins-and-heart-health-a-wellness-way-perspective-on-cholesterol-and-cardiovascular-risk/Statins are some of the most prescribed medications in the world, often handed out as the first line of defense against high cholesterol and heart disease. But at The Wellness Way - Mason, we believe your heart health deserves more than a prescription—it deserves a full investigati…Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMTgut-healthhormonesclinicalDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/why-am-i-still-in-pain-even-though-my-tests-are-normal-the-hidden-link-your-doctor-might-be-missi/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/why-am-i-still-in-pain-even-though-my-tests-are-normal-the-hidden-link-your-doctor-might-be-missi/Have you ever been told, "Everything looks fine" after getting bloodwork, imaging, or other medical tests—yet you still feel pain, fatigue, headaches, or other symptoms? You're not alone. Many patients walk into The Wellness Way - Mason with this exact frustration.Thu, 28 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTgut-healthhormonesclinicalDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/athleteschiropracticcare/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/athleteschiropracticcare/Whether you're a weekend warrior, high school athlete, or pro competitor, your body takes a beating. Training, competition, and even everyday activity put stress on your muscles, joints, and nervous system. It's no surprise that over 90% of professional athletes use chiropractic …Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTpediatricclinicalnervous-systemDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/natural-sciatica-relief-in-mason-oh-how-chiropractic-care-helps-sciatic-nerve-pain/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/natural-sciatica-relief-in-mason-oh-how-chiropractic-care-helps-sciatic-nerve-pain/If you've ever felt sharp, shooting pain traveling from your lower back down into your leg, you may be suffering from sciatica. This painful condition affects millions every year and can make walking, sitting, or even sleeping a challenge.Tue, 26 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTchiropracticclinicalDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/chiropractic-care-the-hidden-key-to-treating-round-ligament-pain-in-pregnancy/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/chiropractic-care-the-hidden-key-to-treating-round-ligament-pain-in-pregnancy/Pregnancy is an incredible journey, but it also comes with unique aches and pains as your body adapts to support your growing baby. One of the most common discomforts is round ligament pain—a sharp or aching sensation in the lower belly, hips, or groin.Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTpregnancyclinicalDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/chiropractic-care-for-newborns/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/chiropractic-care-for-newborns/Gentle Newborn Chiropractic Care & Craniosacral Therapy at The Wellness Way - MasonFri, 22 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTpediatricchiropracticDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/craniosacral-therapy-a-gentle-healing-approach-for-all-ages/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/craniosacral-therapy-a-gentle-healing-approach-for-all-ages/Are you looking for a safe, natural way to support your health or your child's development?Fri, 22 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTchiropracticpediatricclinicalDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/all-salt-is-not-created-equal/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/all-salt-is-not-created-equal/Salt has been demonized for decades—but the real issue isn't salt itself. It's the kind of salt we're using.Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMTrecipesgut-healthDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/pregnant-add-a-chiropractor-to-your-team/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/pregnant-add-a-chiropractor-to-your-team/Pregnancy isn't always comfortable. As your body shifts to grow new life, aches and tension can become daily struggles. The Webster Technique is one chiropractic approach designed for the pregnant body — and we use it alongside your OB or midwife at The Wellness Way - Mason.Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMTpregnancyhormonesclinicalDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/why-i-chose-not-to-remove-my-gallbladder-and-what-i-did-instead/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/why-i-chose-not-to-remove-my-gallbladder-and-what-i-did-instead/This post has been adapted from a patient who experienced this.Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 GMTgut-healthhormonesclinicalDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/bloating-your-body-s-alarm-bell/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/bloating-your-body-s-alarm-bell/Let's be honest—bloating is uncomfortable, annoying, and often brushed off as "normal." Many people chalk it up to "just gas" or eating too fast. But at The Wellness Way - Mason, we don't believe in masking symptoms or accepting dysfunction as normal.Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 GMTgut-healthimmuneDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/you-need-to-increase-stomach-acid-not-suppress-it/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/you-need-to-increase-stomach-acid-not-suppress-it/At The Wellness Way, we challenge conventional thinking about health — and that includes the long-held belief that heartburn, acid reflux, and indigestion are caused by too much stomach acid. Often it's the opposite.Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 GMTgut-healthimmuneDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/meal-prep-duck-egg-casserole/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/meal-prep-duck-egg-casserole/Dr. Ryan and I are always meal prepping and trying to save time cooking during the week. One way that we really try to save time and start the day off right is by meal prepping our breakfast. We both have gotten our allergies tested and chicken eggs were on our list!Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTrecipesimmuneDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/why-you-should-get-your-allergies-tested-even-if-you-think-you-know-what-s-bothering-you/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/why-you-should-get-your-allergies-tested-even-if-you-think-you-know-what-s-bothering-you/At The Wellness Way - Mason, we believe in digging deeper to find the triggers of your symptoms—not just masking them with band-aid solutions. If you're dealing with chronic inflammation, recurring symptoms, or "mystery" health issues, one of the most overlooked culprits could be hidden …Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTgut-healthclinicalimmuneDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/sweet-potato-burger-bowls/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/sweet-potato-burger-bowls/Welcome back for another #ModayMealInspoMon, 21 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTrecipesDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/sheep-yogurt-parfait/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/sheep-yogurt-parfait/Changing your diet due to food allergies doesn't mean saying goodbye to the meals you love—it just means getting creative with your choices. One of the best things about living in today's world of wellness is that there are more alternatives than ever, and many of them are surpri…Mon, 07 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTrecipesgut-healthDr. Ryan DeNome, DChttps://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/the-3-t-s-understanding-the-hidden-sources-of-stress-on-your-body/https://www.thewellnesswaymason.com/post/the-3-t-s-understanding-the-hidden-sources-of-stress-on-your-body/At The Wellness Way - Mason, we don't guess — we test. Let's break the 3 T's down and look at how each one quietly loads stress onto the body, and what testing and care can do about it.Sun, 06 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTgut-healthclinicalimmuneDr. Ryan DeNome, DC