Today's Chiropractic's message
Your body is the world's greatest drugstore. It makes every chemical you need to live a long and healthy life.
Chiropractic's purpose is to help your body function as it is meant to function - permitting it to be balanced so it may work at its peak and manufacture its own drugs. If your spine is unhealthy, your ability to function optimally and produce your own balance of natural chemicals will be impaired.
Meanwhile, remember to:
Eat, Move, and think Well!!
NUTRITION
There is only a few diets that I recommend because they work to sustain health, but the main one is the:
"The Mediterranean Diet Life Style" clic here
There are a number of supplements and foods that "may" be beneficial for colds and influenza, but I believe they should be used only as an adjunct to other healthy dietary and lifestyle measures. But now is the time to: Eat healthy, get sunshine, get sleep, reduce stress, get rid of environmental toxins, and get adjusted!
Supplements/Herbs
There are a number of supplements and foods that may be beneficial for colds and
influenza, but I believe they should be used only as an adjunct to other healthy dietary
and lifestyle measures. But now is the time to: Eat healthy, get sunshine, get sleep,
reduce stress, get rid of environmental toxins, and get adjusted!
Functional Wellness Supplements that "may" be helpful when needed, take as directed:
Multi Vitamin ...all system support (Selenium, Vit. A)
Fish Oil/Essential Fatty Acids …all system support, reduces inflammation
Vitamin C 500-1000 mg 2x/day (preferably Liposomal VIt C) …antireplication, immunonutrition, cell-system support
Vitamin D 5000 IU 1x/day …antireplication, antireplication, immunonutrition, cell-system support, (Vit D level 50-70 ng/ml)
Zinc 15 mg 2x/day …antiviral, antireplication, immunonutrition, cell-system support
Resveratrol as directed …polyphenols, antireplication, cell-system support
Melatonin 1-3 mg, before bed. …antireplication, immunonutrition, cell-system support
Alpha-Lipoic Acid as 100 mg 1-2x/day, antireplication, immunonutrition, cell-support
NAC (n-acetyl-l-cysteine) 600mg 2x/day antireplication, immunonutrition, cell-system support
Quercetin 250 mg, as directed …immunonutrition, assists zinc into cells
May add the following below if needed per health care provider;
Umcka, Elderberry, Astragalus, Berberine, to be considered.
Curcumin, Bromelain: anti-inflammatory
Green Tea: and Manuka honey : 15+, 1 tbsp. 2-3x/day with green tea, ...antioxidant, antimicrobial
Oregano: ....high in carvacrol concentration, Carvacrol is the most active antimicrobial agent in oregano oil. 1-4 drops in water or juice 3x/day
Medicinal mushrooms: ...combo such as shitake, reishi, maitake, 2x/day …antiviral
Monolaurin: (derivative of coconut oil) as directed …antiviral, antimicrobial
Black Seed Oil: as directed …antiviral, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory
Andrographis: …antiviral, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory
Lysine: ...antiviral
Homeopathic: ...Oscillococcinum, as directed …may be antiviral, balances systems
Natural Eco Safe Home Recommended Products clic here
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Plastics to Avoid
#3 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) commonly contains di-2-ehtylhexyl phthalate (DEHP), an endocrine disruptor and probable human carcinogen, as a softener.
#6 Polystyrene (PS) may leach styrene, a possible endocrine disruptor and human carcinogen, into water and food.
#7 Polycarbonate contains the hormone disruptor bisphenol-A, which can leach out as bottles age, are heated or exposed to acidic solutions. Unfortunately, #7 is used in most baby bottles and five-gallon water jugs and in many reusable sports bottles.
Tips for Use:
*Sniff and Taste: If there's a hint of plastic in your water, don't drink it.
*Keep bottled water away from heat, which promotes leaching of chemicals.
*Use bottled water quickly, as chemicals may migrate from plastic during storage. Ask retailers how long water has been on their shelves, and don't buy if it's been
months.
*Do not reuse bottles intended for single use. Reused water bottles also make good breeding grounds for bacteria.
*Choose rigid, reusable containers or, for hot/acidic liquids, thermoses with stainless steel or ceramic interiors.
For more info, see Product Reports on "bottled
water
" and "baby bottles."
Green Guide 101 | March/April 2004 | For Your Health
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Joint Anti-inflammatory Supplements
1. Resveratrol 150–500 mg per day*
2. Curcumin 100–500 mg daily, take with piperine.*
3. Fish Oil 1-3 grams daily*
4. Ginger 1-2 gram daily,
5. Boswellia 300 mg 3x per day
6. Vit C 500-1000 mg per day
7. Bromelain 500 mg 1-4 caps per day
8. Papaya -as directed
9. Glucosamine Sulfate 1500 mg daily
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Fish oil
HEALTH BENEFITS OF FISH OIL
Cardiovascular Health Fish oil from supplements and dietary sources has been shown to provide support for healthy triglycerides and vascular relaxation. Fish oil is associated with positive effects on lipid metabolism, blood flow, platelet function, endothelial tone and homocysteine metabolism. Musculoskeletal Support Numerous double-blind trials indicate that fish oil promotes joint mobility and joint comfort, in part by maintaining healthy prostaglandin, cytokine and leukotriene production.Epidemiological research suggests that fish consumption is associated with healthy bone mineralization. In studies, the combination of fish oil and calcium supplementation promotes healthy bone composition in the elderly. Cognitive/Emotional Health Epidemiological and clinical research indicates that fish oil supports positive mood, mental function and memory. By promoting healthy neuronal cell membrane function and blood flow, fish oil facilitates oxygen and nutrient delivery to the brain.Infants and children born to mothers who had supplemented with fish oil demonstrate healthy cognitive capacity.
Gastrointestinal Comfort
Fish oil has a soothing and anti-inflammatory effect for the gastrointestinal tract.
Skin Health Omega-3 fatty acids protect keratinocytes and skin fibroblasts from free radicals and immune mediators generated by sun exposure. Additionally, these essential fatty acids help promote elasticity and hydration for smoother looking skin.
Eye Health Studies suggest that fish oil, particularly DHA, promotes visual acuity and hydration.
Mercury Detoxification (Minimal Recommendations and Under Medical Supervision)
Onions
Broccoli
Cilantro
Vit C 1000mg +
N-acetyl cysteine
Algae (Kelp)
Chlorella
Alpha-lipoic acid
Milk Thistle
Reminder of Underlying Causes of Disease
