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Dr. Michael Becker from Align 2 Thrive Chiropractic joins Palm Harbor Local to break down what most people misunderstand about chiropractic—plus how the profession is evolving beyond “just back pain.”

What You’ll Learn:

• Why chiropractic is shifting toward wellness, nervous system regulation, and specialization
• The truth about “chiropractic is dangerous” and why soreness can happen after care
• What car accidents can do to the spine (even when they feel minor at first)
• Why trust and relaxation matter as much as technique during an adjustment
• A surprising look at pediatric chiropractic and early development

About the Guest:
Dr. Michael Becker is a chiropractor and owner of Align 2 Thrive Chiropractic in Palm Harbor, serving the community with a focus on restoring function and helping patients move and live better.

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In Episode 210, Donnie sits down with registered dietitian nutritionist Marie Graf Ibrahim of Marie E Graf Wellness to talk about what actually matters in nutrition—without the hype. They break down fad diets, whether organic food is worth the cost, and how to simplify food choices so they’re sustainable in real life.

What You’ll Learn:

• The difference between a registered dietitian and a general “nutritionist”
• A simple baseline for healthier eating that doesn’t require perfection
• How to think about organic food realistically (budget included)
• Why food labels feel confusing—and how to make them easier
• The bigger concern Marie sees replacing fad diets: undernourishing and restriction

About the Guest:
Marie Graf Ibrahim is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and the owner of Marie E Graf Wellness. With years of experience in hospital and outpatient settings, Marie now supports individuals and families with practical nutrition coaching focused on long-term health and quality of life.

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In this episode of Palm Harbor Local, we sit down with Palm Harbor-based author Erin O’Brien, the writer behind Howl, a family-created children’s book about a wolf and the moon. Erin shares how a simple idea at the Palm Harbor Library turned into a fully illustrated book and the launch of her family publishing brand, Gran Apple Books.

What You’ll Learn:

• How a casual idea became the story for Howl
• Why Erin chose to keep the writing, illustration, and editing inside the family
• What goes into self-publishing a children’s book on Amazon
• The realities of marketing a kids’ book as an indie author
• What’s next for Howl, Gran Apple Books, and future children’s titles

About Erin O’Brien:
Erin O’Brien is a Palm Harbor author and cofounder of Gran Apple Books, a family-run children’s publishing brand. She wrote Howl, a whimsical picture book about a wolf who longs to be with the moon, and collaborates with her brother Clint and niece Elise on the watercolor illustrations. Erin is passionate about storytelling, reading with kids, and creating the kind of timeless picture books she grew up loving.

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