Top 5 Natural Ways to Improve Your Health in Des Moines (Without Medication)
“From chiropractic care to whole-body wellness strategies, we're here to help you feel better, move better, and live better.”
- Dr. Michael Miller
Top 5 Natural Ways to Improve Your Health in Des Moines (Without Medication)
At Excelsior Health Centers in Des Moines, we believe that your body was designed to heal, thrive, and function at its best—naturally. While modern medicine has its place, many people are seeking proactive, holistic ways to improve their health without relying on prescriptions.
If you're looking for a fresh approach to wellness, here are five natural ways to start feeling better and living healthier—right here in Des Moines.
1. Get Adjusted Regularly
Your nervous system controls every function in your body—from digestion and sleep to immune function and stress response. Gentle, neurologically-based chiropractic care restores alignment and removes interference, helping your body function better from the inside out.
At Excelsior, we focus on precise, personalized chiropractic adjustments that support long-term wellness—not just quick fixes for pain.
2. Prioritize Movement Daily
You don’t need a gym membership to move your body. Whether it’s a walk around Gray’s Lake, a family bike ride, or a quick mobility session at home, intentional movement reduces inflammation, boosts mood, and supports your joints.
Start small. 20 minutes of consistent movement each day can make a huge difference in your energy and overall health.
💡 Pro tip: Ask us about functional movement tips you can do from home—especially if you sit at a desk all day.
3. Eat Whole, Local Foods
Food is fuel. Swap processed snacks for whole, nutrient-dense meals made with local ingredients. Farmer's markets across Des Moines (like the Downtown Farmers’ Market) make it easy to find seasonal, gut-friendly produce.
Focus on foods that are:
Rich in color
Easy to pronounce
As close to their natural state as possible
4. Reduce Stress at the Root
Stress isn’t just mental—it impacts your physical body, your posture, your sleep, and your digestion. At Excelsior, we talk a lot about the mind-body connection, and how chiropractic care can help reduce the physical effects of stress.
Want to go even further? Try breathwork, quiet walks, prayer, journaling, or booking an adjustment.
💭 Your body can’t heal in survival mode. Reducing stress is one of the most powerful ways to reclaim your health.
5. Get Consistent with Your Wellness Care
Natural health isn’t about doing everything perfectly. It’s about being consistent with small daily habits that add up over time. Whether that’s showing up for your adjustments, prepping a healthy lunch, or committing to better sleep—your habits shape your health.
At Excelsior, we’ll help you build a plan that fits your life, your goals, and your values.
The Bottom Line?
You don’t have to wait until something’s wrong to start investing in your health.
If you’re in the Des Moines area and want a proactive, natural approach to wellness—we’d love to support you. From chiropractic care to whole-body strategies, we’re here to help you feel better, move better, and live better.
📍 Now accepting new practice members at Excelsior Health Centers - Des Moines.
