22- Medical, Dental, Natural Health Products

With the dropping temperatures comes the reminders of travel.  You may be thinking of
travelling to see family as the holiday season arrives, or you may be thinking of a trip to somewhere warm to help break up the winter.  Whether you drive or fly, travel can be hard
on your body.  In this week's newsletter, we talk about the difficulties with sitting for long
periods of time, and what you can do to relieve some of the stresses of travel and arrive
at your destination in a happier and healthier state. 






Years ago, Nat King Cole recorded a song called "Straighten Up and Fly Right" which was about having a good attitude.  Today, we are going to talk about the physical response to that song, which is what happens when you straighten up and LIVE right - by paying attention to good posture.  The ironic thing about maintaining a good posture is that it is actually easier on your muscles and less tiring overall to maintain a good posture, not only when standing, but also
when sitting, walking, and lying down.  In this week's newsletter, we will talk about why you
should work on your posture and how it will help you live a more healthy lifestyle.





You may have noticed the label on the box of salt you bought that says "Iodized",
but did you understand what it meant?  For many of us, the idea of iodine reminds us only
of the red antiseptic but there is much more than you might realize.  Iodine is a critical
part of our diet and having low iodine levels should be a concern.  In this week's newsletter,
we discuss the importance of iodine and what you can do to protect your health. 

Last week, we talked about how Iodine is a critical part of our diet and having low iodine levels should be a concern.  In this week's newsletter, we further discuss the importance of iodine, particularly with regards to women's health, and how low iodine levels may link with an
increased risk of breast cancer.  We also provide suggestions on what you can do to
protect your health. 



Did you see our Facebook page in the last week?  During this past week, we talked about
how to make your life more balanced in less than a minute, how to get tight abs in 6 minutes
per day, 4 best options to detox and clean your body naturally, the danger of mould and
what you can do about it, as well as many other thoughts and ideas.  Did you miss out reading these posts? 


At this time of year, many people feel tired and run down.  Some will blame the change in
clocks or the shortening days, while others think that preparing for the holidays is what makes them exhausted.  Perhaps there is a reason other than just "being busy" that is contributing to your fatigue.

Give the gift of health this Christmas!
Did you know that you can actually give a gift of chiropractic?  Helping someone that you love
to live healthier is a great gift for them, and for you!  We have a number of products and supplements that can make wonderful gifts. Or, if you want to help a family member learn
about the wonders of chiropractic and how it can improve their life,
call our clinic and ask about getting a Gift Certificate for a consultation.




Often, when facing severe back pain, people will seek help from sources that they trust. 
If they are not familiar with chiropractic care, they will usually seek out traditional medical
advice which may include recommendations for surgery.  Recent studies by the
American Medical Association, though, recommend that surgery only be considered when
more conservative techniques, like chiropractic, fail.  In this week's newsletter,
we discuss four reasons to consider chiropractic first. 


Give the gift of health this Christmas!
Did you know that you can actually give a gift of chiropractic?  Helping someone that you
love to live healthier is a great gift for them, and for you!  We have a number of products
and supplements that can make wonderful gifts. Or, if you want to help a family member
learn about the wonders of chiropractic and how it can improve their life, call our clinic
and ask about getting a Gift Certificate for a consultation or treatment.


It has been almost 125 years since Charles Spurgeon died.  He was a reknowned preacher
in England, and he was once quoted as saying that you might not always get what you want,
but you always get what you expect.  Whether you accept his point of view or not, it can not
be disputed that expectations will have a great impact on results.  It is for that reason that
it is important for a person to have an understanding of what they are facing, and set
expectations appropriately. 
This philosophy applies equally to your health and to the care you receive. 
In this week's newsletter, we talk about what you can expect from your chiropractic care, and how you can
set expectations for your recovery and continued health.


Did you see our Facebook page in the last week?  During this past week, we talked about 15 simple ways to a happier 2020, a calendar of small daily decisions to a healthier lifestyle, 15 natural remedies to a sore throat, 7 neck stretches you should do even if your neck feels fine,
as well as many other thoughts and ideas.  Did you miss out reading these posts? 
Come view our page and Like our posts to see them more often in your Newsfeed. 
We are also glad to answer general questions that you or
your friends may have about chiropractic.




Years ago we used to hear the phrase, "It's all in your head."  That was used as a way to
dismiss a person's concerns as not being real.  What we have found, however, is that
frequently what is "in your head" has a more powerful effect that we might imagine.  In this
week's newsletter, we look at the impact of stress on your health, how what you think
and the way you think can help you stay healthier, and how chiropractic can assist.  

During this past week, we talked about
why you should limit your sugar intake, 6 causes of high cholesterol, an easy paleo kale
almond pesto recipe,  25 Awesome Tips For Eating Healthy At Restaurants as well as many
other thoughts and ideas.  Did you miss out reading these posts?  Come view our page and
Like our posts to see them more often in your Newsfeed.  We are also glad to answer
general questions that you or your friends may have about chiropractic.




We are familiar with the advice to keep hydrated and to drink lots of water through the day. 
Many of us prefer to have some flavouring in what we drink and we look to fruit juices to
fill this desire. What we might not realize, though, is that there may be better choices
when it comes to deciding what to eat or drink.  In this week's newsletter, we examine the
benefits and drawbacks of fruit juices and what you need to know to make a good choice. 

During this past week, we talked about a
gluten-free menu list, a quick trick to make sure your frozen food is safe, the benefits of
oregano essential oil as well as many other thoughts and ideas.  Did you miss out reading
these posts?  Come view our page and Like our posts to see them more often in your
Newsfeed.  We are also glad to answer general questions that you or your friends may
have about chiropractic.


DO YOU TREAT YOUR CAR BETTER THAN YOUR BODY
We all know the importance of having our automobile checked over to ensure that it is working
optimally, and how failing to correct problems can lead to large problems later.  But many times, we do
not give our bodies the same consideration.  In this week's newsletter, we talk about how your
chiropractor can use a simple screening process to identify issues that you might be having with your spine, and help you take the steps to avoid more serious problems later.  This is important for people receiving regular chiropractic treatment, but might be even more important for those people who
do not regularly see a chiropractor.





Diabetes is a disease that may cause serious health complications over time, including heart and
blood vessel disease, nerve damage and kidney, eye and foot damage.  Type 2 diabetes, formerly
called adult-onset diabetes, accounts for about 95 percent of all diabetes cases.  The good news is
that most cases can be prevented.  In this week's newsletter, we discuss some of the ways you can
prevent diabetes.  





Top level athletes must keep their bodies in excellent condition to be able to perform at their
highest level.  Even those amateur athletes that compete less regularly understand the need to have
t heir body in the healthiest condition to achieve their best performance.  These same philosophies
apply to those who may not think that they are athletes, but still do activities such as walking, climbing (stairs), and who take part in occasional sports like bowling, curling, or skiing. 
In this week's newsletter, we talk about ways that chiropractic can help, even
if you don't think that you are an athlete. 





Most of us know that our skin regenerates and replaces itself every thirty days, but many of us fail to realize that our bones are also experiencing change, even after we enter adulthood.  As children, our bones are constantly growing, but we tend to think that they stop growing when we stop growing. 
As we will read in this week's newsletter, the skeleton continues in adulthood to be affected by what
we do and what we eat, and can either grow denser and stronger, or can weaken.  This week, we look
at steps you can take to make your bones stronger for life. 

Traditionally, at this time of the year, people's thoughts turn to their loved ones, and often the
celebration of this special day includes indulging in some special sweets.  While a small treat will
likely not cause you a problem, too much can be very bad for you.  In this week's newsletter,
we talk about the problems that can arise from eating too much sugar. 





As we get older, the danger of falling increases as does the possibility of receiving a serious
injury as a result of the fall.  The good news is that there are steps that we can take to reduce this
danger, starting when we are younger and continuing as we move into our golden years. 
In this week's newsletter, we talk about some of the things you can do to prevent injuries from falls.
 




The concept of adding spice to something usually means something positive or enjoyable.  Even the singing group from England (remember the 1990's?) called themselves the Spice Girls to invoke a
positive connection with their persona.  What you may not realize is that there are proven positive
health effects that can be associated with certain spices.  In this week's newsletter,
we talk about what certain spices can do for your health. 



With many things in our lives, the presence of curves may be good, or they may be bad. 
When it comes to your spine, curving may be a sign of Scoliosis, which should not be left untreated.  Scoliosis is a common health problem that can occur at any age, but usually forms during adolescent years, and although not everyone affected with scoliosis feels pain, it can affect heart and lung function and limit physical activity.  In this week's newsletter, we look at the topic of scoliosis in greater detail, including the chiropractic approach and how it can help. 





Many jokes start with the question of whether you have heard the story to be told, but hearing
problems are never a joke.  What many people do not realize is the fact that chiropractic has a close
link to helping with hearing problems, and can often offer many solutions.  In this week's newsletter,
we talk about the various forms of ear infections, and how chiropractic can be extremely helpful.  



Things change over time without us sometimes realizing what has happened.  Thirty years ago, hardly anyone had a personal computer in their house, and far fewer televisions in their houses.  Today, most people use computers as part of their daily lives, both at home and at work.  What this has meant
is an increase in the amount of time we each spend in front of a screen, often without understanding
the impact that this has on our lives and on our health.  In this week's newsletter, we will discuss
some of the impacts that longer screen time is causing, and some of the health benefits from
taking a break from sitting in front of a screen.




It is human nature to be shy about and even cautious about something that we do not understand. 
In some cases, this is a good trait as it prevents us from being harmed by something we do not know.  I
n other cases, though, it can harm us by preventing us from receiving benefits from something truly helpful.  This is a challenge faced by alternative medicine practitioners, and why it is important to
provide information to help people understand.  In this week's newsletter, we share information about chiropractic that may be helpful to you.  You may also want to share this newsletter with friends and
family members who might benefit from chiropractic to improve their health.   




Approximately thirty years ago, we started hearing about a condition that some people called "Yuppie Flu".  This unflattering name was attached to a condition that was misunderstood, but still devastating
to those who suffered from it as well as their families.  We have now come a long way to having a
better understanding about this condition, which is properly called Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.  In this week's newsletter, we discuss causes of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, symptoms, as well as ways of
treating this condition. 


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Asthma is a chronic (life time) disease that makes your lungs very sensitive and hard to breathe.
Asthma can’t be cured, but with proper treatment, people with asthma can lead normal, active lives.
If you or someone you know is having challenges with feeling short of breath, wheezing, chest tightness, and coughing, it is imperative to visit a doctor for a diagnosis.  If you have been diagnosed with asthma, there are a number of things that you can do to control the symptoms, many of which align with the healthy lifestyle promoted by chiropractic.  In addition, there is some research that demonstrates that chiropractic care may actually benefit asthma sufferers and play a role in a comprehensive natural treatment approach to chronic asthma.  In this week's newsletter,
we discuss how chiropractic care may help.




At some point in all of our lives, we face an opportunity to volunteer for a good cause.  It may be
spending time raising money, or it could be spending time actively working with someone with special needs, the elderly, or children.  But you probably didn't realize that there are health benefits
associated with regular volunteering.  In this week's newsletter, we will explore some of the most
important health benefits associated with volunteering.



A severe pain in your side can be one of the most annoying and debilitating conditions you will ever
have to endure.  When your rib cage hurts, it is hard to breathe, and laughing or coughing can be an agony.  In this week's newsletter, we look at some of the typical ways that your rib cage can become injured, and how chiropractic can help.  





We want to take this opportunity to recognize everyone who is a Mother, and everyone who performs
the responsibility of a Mother.  You are amazing, and we wish you all of the best!

With the arrival of nice weather comes the opportunity to engage in activities as a family that will
contribute to a healthy lifestyle.  Physical activities are strongly linked with a healthy lifestyle, and
activities performed as a family creates habits that will last far into the future. 
In this week's newsletter, we examine some healthy activities that can be done as joint family fun.
 




Many of us know that our bodies produce Vitamin D when our skin is exposed to the sun.  That is why
we seem to have more Vitamin D at this time of year, when outdoor activities are more pleasant. 
We also get Vitamin D from certain foods, such a dairy products and fortified orange juice.  Many of us also remember being taught that Vitamin D is very important for bone health.  But did you know, that proper Vitamin D intake may have a wide range of health benefits, improving everything from low back pain to blood pressure?   In this week's newsletter, we examine the the health benefits of this vitamin,
as well as the impacts of not having enough Vitamin D. 




diagnosis of cancer can be a very frightening thing to many people.  Luckily, these days medicine has advanced considerably and recovery rates are improving.  Another factor that assists in the fight
against cancer is a growing acceptance of the benefit of a combination of natural medicine with
natural treatment in the fight against cancer.  Many practitioners are recognizing that a combination
of conventional and complementary alternative approaches may be optimal for many.
  In this week's newsletter, we look at several natural therapies that may be helpful in
supporting conventional cancer treatment. 




At this time of year, many of us start thinking about gardening.  While we might think about the
eventual harvest, and the enjoyment of fresh fruit and vegetables grown by our own hands,
we often forget the other benefits of gardening.  In this week's newsletter, we examine the the health benefits of working in your garden, not only from a physical point of view, but also from an
emotional point of view, and look at how gardening helps us in a number of ways. 





Many of us will enjoy a good cup of tea, either for its taste or the nice warm feeling we get from
a hot beverage.  But did you know that there are health benefits attached to drinking certain types of teas?  In a past edition of this newsletter, we talked about the benefits of tea because of its antioxidants and how they reduce inflammation.  In this week's newsletter, we look at other health benefits
of drinking tea, and how it may benefit you.




Failing to have regular bowel movements is a condition that can cause extreme discomfort.  Chronic constipation can have a negative impact on your health and lifestyle, and is more common than
you may believe.  In this week's newsletter, we look at the issue of chronic constipation in closer
detail and discuss how chiropractic care is an effective and conservative approach to this extremely common health problem.




Most of us are living, working, or spending a considerable amount of time in an urban environment
, and many times we are not even aware that the noise around us is having an effect on our health. 
While it is easy to understand the impact prolonged loud noises can have on our hearing, we may
not be aware that noise pollution can also affect our health in different ways.  Since knowing and understanding a problem is a great step to managing the problem, this week's newsletter discusses
noise pollution and how you can minimize its negative effects on you.



Most children at some point suffer a bed-wetting experience, but many have a more difficult, chronic
issue with this problem.  Studies have shown that as many as 2% or even 3% of people over the
age of 18 also suffer from this problem.  This can be an embarrassing situation for all ages,
leading to self-imposed restrictions on activities.  But what many people do not realize is that
chiropractic can help.  In this week's edition, we look at some of the causes of this problem,
and how natural approaches, including chiropractic, can help.
 


Although we usually think of acne as something that a teenager has to deal with, in actual fact,
it can affect people of all ages.  It has been estimated that as many as 85% of the population
will need to deal with acne at some point in their lives.  Conventional treatments involve
over-the-counter treatments and prescription medication, but in this week's newsletter,
we examine the causes of acne and what natural treatments should be considered. 





We have heard many times about the importance of eating the right things to maintain our health. 
What we hear less about is the value of occaisionally not eating.  Our bodies are quite resilient, and sometimes going without food can be beneficial.  In this week's newsletter, we examine the practice of intermittant fasting and some of the health benefits that may come from doing this on a
structured basis. 





We all have certain habits, some good and some bad.  Sometimes, you may wonder how something became a habit.  The word "habit" is defined as an acquired behavior pattern regularly followed
until it has become almost involuntary.  It is said that if you do something consistently for 21 days,
it becomes a habit.  In this week's newsletter, we discuss 5 habits that may help you avoid chronic disease, and live well and happily into old age.





Arthritis is defined as inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, redness over a joint,
swelling, and stiffness and decreased range of motion.  We used to think of arthritis as an old
person's disease, but that is quite far from the truth.  In fact, arthritis can affect anyone at any age,
but there are some things that we can do to reduce the risks of developing arthritis.
This week's newsletter addresses some of the causes of arthritis, and ways that chiropractic can help.






At this time of year, we all think about getting our children ready to go back to school.  We gather their school supplies, make ready their new clothes, think about lunches, and review their schedules of activities. BUT...shouldn't we also think about their health?  In this week's newsletter, we look at how chiropractic can help children by not only treating existing conditions, but by ensuring they are healthier and ready to resist any illnesses they may be exposed to when in a larger group.




If we watch mainstream media, we regularly receive messages about how you can treat low back pain
with drugs (at least little wooden dolls get relief!).  It is now being acknowledged widely that it is far
better to treat the source of pain than to mask it with drugs.  A significant portion of adults will suffer
from low back pain at some time in their life.  In this week's newsletter, we discuss the benefits of chiropractic in responding to this complaint, and how recent scientific studies are now recognizing the benefit of chiropractic. 





Experts say that the average adult should get between 6 and 8 hours of sleep per night - this means
that you spend between one quarter to one third of your day sleeping.  Doesn't it make sense then,
that you think about the way that you sleep with an eye to helping your body stay healthy? 
In this week's newsletter, we talk about different sleeping positions and the type of pillows
you need to make sure you have the best sleep ever.





When we are children, our body takes in nutrients to help create strong, healthy bones.  But as we age, our bones grow weaker and lose density.  Although this affects both men and women, women are at a higher risk for having significant bone loss than men.  In this week's newsletter, we talk about
Osteopenia and Osteoporosis, and what you can do to find out if you are at risk of suffering bone loss
and what you can do to help reduce or prevent the effects of these diseases.





In December 2013, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration  issued a proposed rule requiring safety
and efficacy data from manufacturers, consumers, and others if they wanted to continue marketing antibacterial products containing certain ingredients. In early September 2016, the FDA issued a final
rule under which over the counter consumer antiseptic wash products (including liquid, foam, gel hand soaps, bar soaps, and body washes) containing the majority of the antibacterial active ingredients—including triclosan and triclocarban—will no longer be able to be marketed. While there
has been no indication that Health Canada will make a similar rule for Canada, it is important for Canadians to understand the reasons behind the US ruling.  In this week's newsletter, we discuss
five reasons you should stop using antibacterial soap.





There is not much that is sadder, more upsetting, and generally more frustrating than when our infant cries for no apparent reason, and we can't do anything to help.  That is what happens when infants
suffer from colic. What many people do not realize is that chiropractic can help.  This week's newsletter talks about colic in infants, and offers advice on some natural treatments to consider, as well as some facts from studies about how chiropractic can assist.
Click here for this week's newsletter. 




We want to take this opportunity to wish you and your families a very Happy Thanksgiving. 
On this day, we encourage you to think about the things in your life that give you joy and comfort,
and take time to give thanks for those blessings.  We want to express our appreciation to all of our clients, and to let you know that we are thankful that you are including us in your health and wellness regime.  We hope to be a part of your lives for many, many years to come.  Our newsletter this week
talks about ginger - whether it is used as a spice or a herb, you may be surprised at the health
benefits that this plant can bring to you. 




In the discussion of alternative approaches to medicine, there is sometimes a question of whether something is new science or old science.  With the modern techniques used today in chiropractic,
many people might assume that chiropractic is new science.  Although chiropractic uses modern technologies and incorporates the latest research, you may be surprised at the length of the history attached to this form of treatment.  In this week's newsletter, we examine the history of chiropractic
and how far things have come into the 21st century. 





There is an old saying that what you don't know can't hurt you.  We have come to realize that this statement is definitely not true.  Do you realize the potential harm that comes with drinking certain
types of soda pop? This week's newsletter provides information about the dangers of soda pop,
that it may be as detrimental to our health as smoking cigarettes and that soda consumption may
actually cause MORE health issues than cigarettes do.



WALKING SUBLUXATED
    It’s common for those suffering with chronic
Subluxations to feel tired, fatigued and disinterested in Life – like they are barely existing.  If left undetected, chronic Subluxations interfere with the normal flow of power in your Nerve System, leaving
you physically, mentally and emotionally drained.  The result:  you end up walking around in a
trance-like state, clueless to the fact that you’d feel more alive if you simply got adjusted.