March 2006

Our personality and emotions are not pre-determined and pre-programmed as we once thought. You are not who you perceive yourself to be! Many of us feel stuck inside a brain that doesn't work the way we want it to. What science has discovered is that we control our genes. They don't control us!
Although your DNA is your basic blueprint, it is triggered by our attitude and environment. By beginning to embrace and cooperate with life and recognizing how powerful you are, you can start to have a spirit of overcoming, experiencing positive, healthy stress, rather than living as a victim in a state of overwhelm, and negative stress.

Stress has become a serious health hazard. If you don’t get a handle on it quick, stress can take a huge toll on your physical, mental and social well-being. Let me share with you the most simple way to turn stress into your ally and not your enemy…

Regular chiropractic adjustments are the quickest and most effective way to reduce stress to your nerve system. Spinal nerve stress caused by a vertebral subluxation is a dangerous mechanism that damages nerves, weakens health and depletes energy stores. Many people may walk around with a painless subluxation for years without knowing it. Doctors of chiropractic are professionals who specialize in correcting vertebral subluxations, the cause of spinal nerve stress, which leads to increased energy, improved health and a rejuvenated body.

Fascinating Facts to Think About

Flaxseeds. A 2000 study at the University of Arizona College of Public Health in Tucson reported that people with low blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids may be at higher risk for depression. Other studies show that consuming omega-3 fatty acids may improve mood. Flaxseeds are the richest plant source of omega-3.

Whiten your teeth the natural way. “To keep teeth bright and prevent yellowing you need to remove the staining bacteria”, says Lana Rozenberg, DDS. “This is exactly what happens when you chew certain foods that produce a high salivary flow.” So, in addition to apples, take a bite out of a pear, kiwi, celery, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower and cucumber. Brighter teeth are just another perk to eating foods that are healthy for you.
A report in the British Medical Journal concludes that baby walkers delay normal developmental milestones. In the study involving 190 babies, researchers found children who used the devices took three to four weeks longer to crawl and walk on their own than children who did not use them. Because of these findings and other data on injuries associated with baby walkers, researchers discouraged their use. Source: British Medical Journal, June 22, 2002.

To avoid straining the neck and upper back muscles while doing crunches, try placing your tongue on the roof of your mouth. Another strategy: Touch fingertips to temples.
Veggies may lower breast cancer. The more veggies premenopausal women in their forties ate, the less likely they were to develop breast cancer, researchers found at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Researchers believe components in vegetables may have a “synergistic effect.”
A surprising tension buster is commuting to work. Fewer than one percent of Americans would willingly eliminate their daily commute, finds a new study. “People use commuting as a de-stresser. For many people, it’s their only time to be alone.”
Exercise is good for hypertension. A new study published in the February 2000, American Journal of Hypertension reports that exercise can have strong anti-hypertensive effects on patients. Researchers monitored the exercise of a small group of mildly hypertensive, obese men for 45 minutes on a treadmill. The lowered blood pressure readings were evident after the first session.

Neck Pain

For as many years as I can remember, I have had neck pain; however, several months ago, I had a time of intense and excruciating pain ending up in the emergency room for pain relief twice in as many weeks in pre-dawn hours. During the next two weeks, I was never out of pain and could not sleep except sitting up. I also had eight weeks of physical therapy, acupuncture, and massage therapy…as well as muscle relaxers and narcotics. Some or all of the above eased my pain, but I still used ice, heat, and pain relievers.

I have been to chiropractic treatments (adjustments) three times a week for three weeks and in short time, I have felt my neck move more, and be less stiff with very little pain medication. Thank you Dr. Jeff and your staff!

Ann Giles

Closing Thoughts...

"Slow Dance"

Have you ever watched kids on a merry-go-round or listened to rain slapping on the ground?
Ever followed a butterfly’s erratic flight or gazed at the moon late in the night?

You better slow down, don’t dance too fast, time is short, the music won’t last.

Do you run each day on the fly or when you ask “How are you?” Do you hear the reply?
When the day is done do you lie in bed with the next hundred chores running through your head?

You better slow down, don’t dance too fast, time is short, the music won’t last.

Ever told your child “We’ll do it tomorrow,” and in your haste, not seen his sorrow?
Ever lost touch, let a good friendship die cause you never had time to call and say, “Hi!”

You better slow down, don’t dance too fast, time is short, the music won’t last.

When you run so fast to get somewhere you miss half the fun of getting there.
When you worry and hurry through your day, it is like an unopened gift…thrown away.

Life is not a race, do take it slower, hear the music before the song is over!

When you speed through life you often miss golden opportunities and experiences that are there to help you grow to the next level. Symptoms may include deteriorating health, feelings of anxiety and even unhealthy relationships with those you love.

So many of us speed through each day feeling like we are barely keeping our heads above water. There is just so much to do in so little time.

The author of this poem was a young girl who was dying with cancer when she wrote it. She wanted this poem shared with as many people as possible so that everybody could hear her very important message…

Take time to appreciate life. Spend time with those you love and let them know how much you appreciate them. Life is a journey with many lessons along the way. Learn from each lesson and know that it is truly a gift.

Every day I take the opportunity to count my blessings. I appreciate my life and every person who shares it. I am blessed to have the opportunity to serve humankind through chiropractic and to help people express their optimal well-being.
Share this poem with someone you appreciate! Love, Dr. Jeff