The Un-Diet Diet
It’s been more than half a year–how’s your New Year’s Resolution coming along? You know, the one about losing weight and getting back into shape. The problem with most diets is they’re…diets. They’re followed for a relatively short period of time with the intent of “getting back” to the pre-diet way of eating.
Here’s a nutritional plan so simple (and obvious) it will likely be rejected out of hand:
1. Avoid manmade – That means avoiding genetically modified foods and those altered with manmade chemicals. Hydrogenated seed oils, food dyes and chemcial preservaites fall into this category, too!
2. Spoil quickly – Choose foods that have a relatively short shelf life. This means they're not sprayed with chemicals to make them last longer.
3. Reject Processed-White – White foods, whether refined sugar or bleached flour, are processed in ways that destroy their nutritional integrity.
4. Supplement as necessary – These days, even organic foods are typically lacking the nutritional value that they used to have. On your next visit, ask what we would recommend.
Why Spinal Problems Often Return
Chiropractic skeptics often pooh-pooh the idea of periodic chiropractic checkups after symptoms subside with the classic “if it’s not broke, don’t fix it” line. This justification often results in a relapse of the original problem for countless patients. Why? Because biomechanical changes along the spine affecting nerves and muscles don’t heal like a cut, infection or some other self-resolving health condition.
By the time spinal problems produce obvious symptoms, the problem has existed for some time. A chiropractic care plan may produce symptomatic improvement in a matter of months, sometimes weeks. Though a patient may be delighted, we haven’t completed the retraining of the underlying muscles and soft tissues necessary for lasting spinal changes.
That’s why the original problem may return. It’s hard to know when, but it’s almost always after major physical, chemical or emotional stress. Without some type of ongoing care, the weakened area remains susceptible to re-injury. Should this happen to you, contact us. You’re welcome back for another episode of care.
Take a Load Off Your Spine
Who doesn't know how to use a backpack? Load it up and strap it on right?
Did you know that a backpack has the potential to alter posture and add stress to your child's still growing spine?
The proper purchase and use of a backpack is critical.
When you're out looking for a backpack it's important that you find one that fits your child properly.
• It should not hang down below the waist more than 4 inches.
• The backpack should have two padded and adjustable shoulder straps and a waist strap if possible.
• Look for symmetrical pockets so that items can be loaded and kept separate and at the same time remain in balance. It is important to distribute the weight evenly. A fully loaded backpack should not exceed 15% of your child�s body weight.
As the experts on posture, spinal alignment and its effect on your health, let us help you find the best backpack for your child.