Posted on 30th March 2011 by admin in Family Health Tips
chiropractor, depression, health, mental, mood, natural, nutrition
Depression can be a very serious problem. If you are concerned about having depression, certainly go to a mental health professional. (Chiropractors and nutritionists do not diagnose or treat mental health problems.)
My personal preference would always be a psychologist. Their emphasis is on counseling rather than psychotropic drugs and pharmaceuticals. The psychologist can also refer to a psychiatrist if they feel it necessary.
There are many natural products that help with mood. Studies also show that aerobic exercise helps relive depression dramatically. If I were depressed, I would start on a pro-active program early of proactive exercise, lifestyle changes, stress reduction, anger management, along with some safe natural supplements to improve my mood. If I felt my depression was serious enough, and I had thoughts of harming myself or others, I would get to a mental health professional as quickly as possibly.
Posted on 7th February 2011 by admin in Family Health Tips
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Most people have heard about the dangers of chemical sweeteners. If you’re looking for a natural alternative, try Agave Nectar. Agave Nectar is extracted from the Agave plant (the same plant used to make tequila) and available at most grocery stores. Agave Nectar is slightly lighter and sweeter than honey and tastes less bitter.
One of the most beneficial aspects of Agave Nectar is it’s low glycemic index. According to AllAboutAgave.com:
Especially in the last century, the western diet has become increasingly dominated by refined sweeteners such as granulated sugar and corn syrup. The problem with these substances is their high glycemic index and glycemic load – both measures of the relative impact that foods have on our blood sugar. Foods that raise blood sugar quickly trigger the release of the hormone insulin. Excessive releases of insulin and, more specifically, chronically high blood sugar and insulin levels are linked to Metabolic Syndrome (also called Syndrome X), which is a complex of health disorders. Associated ailments include insulin resistance and type II diabetes, abdominal weight gain and obesity, problems with blood lipids (raised triglycerides and cholesterol) and high blood pressure.
One of the most health-promoting properties of agave nectar is its favorable glycemic profile. Its sweetness comes primarily from a complex form of fructose called inulin. Fructose is the sugar that occurs naturally in fruits and vegetables. The carbohydrate in agave nectar has a low glycemic index, which provides sweetness without the unpleasant “sugar rush” and unhealthful blood sugar spike caused by many other sugars. Agave nectar is a delicious natural sweetener that can be used moderately – by dieters, some diabetics, and health conscious cooks – to replace high-glycemic and refined sugars.
To reade the entire article, please visit http://www.allaboutagave.com/index.php.
If you get a chance to try Agave Nectar, let us know how you like it! We’d love to hear you’re feedback.
Posted on 8th December 2010 by admin in Family Health Tips
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You may have heard about Probiotics in the news or on commercials for yogurt or baby formula. Probiotics are “good” bacteria and a recent study shows that they may have benefits for certain illnesses in children.
The study was conducted by the American Academy of Pediatrics and was published in the journal, Pediatrics. The report shows that probiotics taken early during diarrhea from a viral infection may shorten the illness in otherwise healthy children. Probiotics may also prevent diarrhea in children who are taking antibiotics.
As a health care provider, I’m very happy to see the medical community looking into alternative ways to treat children. For example, many peditritians have realized how dangerous many medications are for children and have stopped recommending them in the last couple of years. Medical doctors are also more concerned about suggesting antibiotics than in the past. Research into the benefits of probiotics is another step toward beneficial “alternative” medicine becoming more accepted in the health care community.
This study also points out that many probiotic products and supplements are not of good quality. Some of these only had 7 to 21 percent of the active ingrediant written on the label.
In our office, we use only the finest probiotic supplements and guarantee that they’re the best out there. They’re also affordable.
If you have questions about probiotics, supplements or how alternative medicine may be beneficial to you and your family, please give us a call at 678-777-3116 or stop by our Paulding clinic at 144 Fox Drive, Dallas GA 30157.
Posted on 1st November 2010 by admin in Family Health Tips
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Over the last several years, the AMA and American Pediatric Association have warned against the use of many commonly sold cold and flu medications. Some of them have been very dangerous and harmed the health of people who have used them.
This may be one of the reasons why we’ve had a lot of interest in our natural cold preventions. So, when your child catches the latest bug from the kids from school, we have natural alternatives to dangerous medicine. We have an herbal throat spray, natural decongestants and immune system boosters. We also have nutritional support to fight viral infections, gastrointestinal problems, mono and more.
During the month of November, Chiropractic Wellness is offering a FREE Systems Survey Analysis at our clinic in Dallas, GA (Paulding County). Please call for details!
Posted on 26th July 2010 by admin in Family Health Tips
acid, anemia, calcium, chiropractic, chiropractor, digestion, medications, medicine, natural, natural medicine, pain, stomach, supplement, supplements
Medications for reducing stomach acid are top-selling drugs in the U.S. They were originally licensed for temporary use only and are now available over-the-counter. Millions take these pills daily without any professional supervision.
More times than not, a person’s digestive system actually has too little stomach acid rather than too much.
As we age, our bodies produce less stomach acid. Then, when we eat a meal, the poorly digested food lies in the intestinal track, putrefies and creates its own acids that causes pain. So, reducing the stomach acid with medications actually increases digestive problems and pain.
Stomach acid is also essential in absorbing calcium, so when you reduce the amount of acid with drugs, you absorb less calcium. It causes a similar problem with protein digestion and can lead to anemia.
Our office takes a safer, more effective, natural approach that helps the body produce the correct amount of stomach acid. By working with the body, instead of against it
Posted on 26th April 2010 by admin in Family Health Tips
alternative medicine, belly fat, chiropractic, chiropractor, diet, fat, fruit, high fructose corn syrup, natural, natural medicine, stomach fat, supplement, supplements, vegetables
If you’re fighting “The Battle of The Bulge” and need to loose weight around your waist, reducing or eliminating high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) can significantly help!
A small amount of fructose is naturally found in fruits and vegetables, but in small amounts. Processed food using high fructose corn syrup is a much bigger problem because it bypasses the normal digestive process and quickly turns into fat that is stored in your liver and around the abdomen.
In the last 20-30 years, commercial food companies and fast food chains have significantly increased the amount of high fructose corn syrup in their products. Especially high products include sodas, ice cream, cakes, pies, pastries, cookies, candies, puddings and condiments such as ketchup and salad dressings. On average, Americans now consume close to 75 pounds of fructose annually, or 90 grams per day! A healthy diet should only consist of 5-15 grams of fructose.
So, if you’re trying to loose weight around the middle, check your labels for high fructose corn syrup and cut it down as much as possible!
