Dream It Up!

God gives us Dreams a size too big so that we can grow into them. What have you been dreaming about lately?

What's Up With the Flu Shot?

Dr. Hugh Fundenberg, one of the most quoted biologist of our time, says that if an individual has 5 consecutive flu shots, their chance of developing Alzheimer's Disease are 10 times greater than if one had one or no shots.

There are many different strains of the flu and only a few are actually in the shot. Your protection from the shot is at best a Russian Roulette.

Doctor Donald Miller, a cardiac surgeon and professor of surgery at the University of Washington, recommends avoiding the flu shot and taking Vitamin D instead. According to Dr. Miller, "70 percent of doctors do not get a flu shot". There is a lack of evidence that young children benefit from flu shots. In fact, a systematic review of 51 studies involving 260,000 children age 6 to 23 months found no evidence that the flu vaccine is any more effective than a placebo. But there is also a risk of harm from the flu vaccine itself, particularly from the mercury, aluminum, and formaldehyde it contains.

FLU SHOT ADDITIVES ARE WELL-KNOWN TOXINS
Two-thirds of the vaccines made for the 2008-09 flu season contain full-dose thimerosal, which is 49% mercury by weight, according to Dr. Miller. Mercury is a neurotoxin, with a toxicity level 1,000 times that of lead.
**Formaldehyde, a known cancer-causing agent is used to inactivate the virus.
**Aluminum, added to promote an antibody response, is a neurotoxin that may play a role in Alzheimer's disease.
**Triton X-100 (a detergent)
**Polysorbate 80
**Carbolic Acid
**Ethylene glycol (antifreeze)
**Gelatin
**Various antibiotics such as neomycin, streptomycin, and gentamicin that can cause allergic reactions

We get asked a lot about the flu shot. We feel the best flu prevention is good health. Eating correctly, washing hands regularly, getting good sleep, exercising and reducing your stress. One of the absolute best ways to prevent the flu is simply optimizing your Vitamin D levels. Ideally, you would do this by getting out in the sun. For most us during the Winter season, it is not an option, which is why flus are more prevelant in the winter. In order to prevent the flu, children need 2,000 IU of Vitamin D a day. Adults need anywhere between 4-5,000 IU's per day. You can monitor your Vitamin D level, with a Vitamin D Hydroxy-25 blood test.

Ask a HealthFirst doctor if the flu shot is necessary for you.

The Scoop on Yogurt

"True" yogurt contains an abundance of the friendly bacteria your body needs. These bacteria stay in your gastro intestinal tract for about 5-7 days after you eat unprocessed fermental yogurt. They work extremely hard to keep your digestive system, and your entire body, healthy.

These friendly bacteria provide Lactic Acid, which balances the production of acid in your stomach. This helps protect your stomach and intestinal lining, and makes it easier to digest your food. Lactic Acid also destroys certain types of bad bacteria in the bowel.

Yogurt also is a good source of Calcium,Vitamin B-12,B-2, Phosphorus, and Potassium.

NOW THE BAD NEWS:
Most of the yogurt products available at our grocery stores are made of too much sugar and artificial ingredients. Plus, most have been heat treated and placed on the shelves for a long time. Thus, losing the bacteria and it's effect on your intestinal tract.

BEST YOGURT
The very best and healthiest yogurt is to make it yourself. Mountain Home Solutions has created a Euro-Cuisine starter kit. This is an easy way to start making your own healthy yogurt. You can even add some excitement to your yogurt by adding some fresh fruit.

Peak Performance

The average person prepares for strenuous, aerobic activity by hydrating, warming up, and stretching. TAKE YOUR WORKOUT A STEP FURTHER!

During physical activity, the joints take a beating, lactic acid builds up, and demands for oxygen from the tissues and muscles are increased.

Take your workout to the next level and prepare your body on the inside.

Ligaplex II, Cataplex B, and Cardio-Plus address these stresses to your body and help you perform at your optimum level.

Ask a doctor at HealthFirst about these products from Standard Process.

This Diet Food Makes You Gain Weight

If you're trying to lose weight by cutting back on sugar, here's something to think about.

The American Cancer Society has found that replacing sugar with an artificial sweetener like NutraSweet or Equal, actually makes you GAIN weight!

WHY? Because many artificial sweeteners contain Phenylalanine, a chemical that affects the part of the brain that makes you feel full. Result: People who take NutraSweet get intense sugar cravings, and actually end up eating MORE sugar!

What's more, studies show that taking NutraSweet can lead to hypothyroidism, which causes tremendous weight gain... and a whole lot of other health problems!

So, if you're trying to lose weight, stay away from those artificially sweetened desserts and diet sodas. Try some sparkling water instead, flavored with a wedge of lime, lemon, or orange. Try putting some mixed berries into your water for more natural healthy flavoring.

Back in Touch #7

Live in the Moment
Live for today. There is nothing you can do about yesterday. It's gone and you can't do anything about tomorrow.

This very moment is a gift to you from God that is why it is called the "present".

Focus on now and watch your life change. Worry about tomorrow, tomorrow.

Merry Christmas

I wish you a Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year.

John 3:16

"For God So Loved the World, That He Gave His Only Begotten Son, That Whosoever Believeth in Him Should Not Perish but Have Everlasting Life."

Back in Touch #6

Don't be Ordinary, Be Extra-Ordinary

Ordinary people look at extra-ordinary as extra-ordinary. Extra-ordinary people look at extra-ordinary events as just ordinary.

Go back and read a past posting about the "Moo Factor". Be extra-ordinary in the "Moo" and you will full fill your dreams.

Back in Touch #5

Raise Your Standards

Don't settle for less from yourself anymore. Mediocrity is not a place that you want to continue to go to.

It's time to strive for excellence. Excellent means you have a constant desire to grow and rise to the top. Be committed to a never ending improvement.

Raise the bar, hold yourself accountable to your thoughts, actions, and ethics.

Go ahead raise the bar!

Back in Touch #4

Be Intense, Live with Passion and Purpose

People cannot be tense and intense at the same time. Have a passion for who you are and what you do.

What is your purpose? Once you decide what your purpose is, and everything you do in life is consistent with this, doors will open.

There may be road blocks along the way, but stick to your purpose.

Back in Touch #3

Make Simple and Small Choices Everyday

This is the ten percent rule. Getting your life back is not about changing everything, it's not about changing your entire life in one day.

Getting your life back is about changing a little bit everyday. These small daily changes each and every day will dramatically increase the quality of your life.

Back In Touch #2

Pay Attention to your Posture

Posture is not solely the manifestation of physical balance;it's also an expression on mental balance. Excellent posture is a universal sign of competence and power.

Proper spinal alignment is the most important factor affecting perfect posture and maximum health and wellness.

Your posture is the window to your health.
#1 Sit up straight
#2 Keep head level when sitting
#3 When lifting, bend with your knees
#4 Sleep on your side with knees slightly bent together
#5 Use a pillow that allows your head to remain neutral. Lay on your shoulder with your arms in front of you. No pillow hugging with arms up under the pillow.
#6 Keep monitors to your computer at eye level

Get Back In Touch

Life is busy and most people seem to have a greater level of stress and anxiety about today and their future. The next seven days I want to help you get back in touch with yourself.

Back In Touch #1
Seek Chiropractic care. Your spine and muscles are the first to be affected when under stress. The spine houses the nervous system and stress can interfere with it's ability to transmit proper nerve flow. This important nerve flow carries out all information to and from the brain to your bodies organs and tissues.

Did you know that most of our Wellness Partners report reduced stress and tension after their Chiropractic adjustment?

Chiropractic offers a drug free, long-term solution to stress by reducing tension and normalizing the function of your nervous system. Finding the weak links in your spine and restoring normal function will make a profound difference in your response to stress.

Do Lumbar Support Belts Help?

If you will strengthen your core muscles of your stomach and lift properly, no belt is necessary. You have a natural support belt called abdominal muscles. If your abdominal muscles (core) are strong enough, they'll give you the support your lower back needs. Some studies have shown that lumbar belts are actually detrimental because wearing one means your muscles will weaken and rely on the belt for suport.

In some extreme medical cases, lumbar support belts may be necessary.

A Natural Anti-inflammatory

Bromelain is an ingredient in pineapples. It has been found to decrease inflammation and swelling in joints. Take 100-200mg. per day and be sure to eat some pineapple.

Something to Think About

Today will be a turning point in my life. Starting today, I will make positive declarations over my own life. I will say things like, "Im blessed, I'm healthy,I'm a winner, I'm talented, and I give thanks for all the abundance in my life."

My Favorite Saying

God gives us the talent, but we must give the effort.

Why Do You Yawn?

We yawn because our body senses a dip in the oxygen levels in the blood, so your body wants to yawn to take in more oxygen and get it back into the blood stream.

We don't know why yawning can be contagious so, next time you feel a yawn coming on, relax and enjoy the extra jolt of oxygen.

Cracking Your Knuckles

Will cracking your knuckles give you arthritis or larger knuckles? You're not doing any harm to your joints, bones, or muscles when you crack or pop your knuckles. The popping or cracking noise is caused by the high pressure suction of the gas being expelled when your joints move apart.

However, this is not something I would recommend.

Why Do Some People Get Nose Bleeds?

Nosebleeds (epitaxis) occurs most often in the winter months due to nasal membranes drying out and cracking. The nose is very rich in blood vessels. Inside the house the air is dry and warm in the winter from the household heaters, thus drying up the blood vessels. Also the changing from the outdoors cold to the indoors warm increases the drying.

Some people are more susceptable to bleeding if they are taking medications such as coumadin, aspirin, or an anti-inflammatory.

The most common causes of nosebleeds are: infections, traumas, nose picking, allergies, hypertension, medications, and winter months.

How to prevent nosebleeds: Quit picking your nose, improve your overall health so that you may need less medication,and use a humidifier in the winter to keep more moisture in. You may find lightly lubricating the internal membranes with vitamin E ointment to be of much help.

Stopping nose bleeds. Sit up straight and lean sligtly forward with your head tilted back a little. Do not lay down and let all the blood run down your throat. Pinch the nose with your thumb and index finger for 3-5 minutes. Place an ice pack on your face for 5-10 minutes. If the bleeding continues call your doctor.

Walking Tips

1. Find a pair of good walking or running shoes.

2. Start slow - increase weekly distance and time.

3. Walk with good posture - stand up straight and relax the shoulders.

4. Swing your arms while walking for a better aerobic workout.

5. Walk with a friend - research shows that you are more likely to walk with a friend than alone.

Do I use Ice or Heat?

Altering the temperature of an injury or pain can be quite beneficial to the healing process. Unfortunately for many of our wellness partners, knowing whether to use ice or heat can be confusing. Knowing the effects that each has on the body will help you determine which would benefit your particular condition.

As a general rule we recommend our wellness partners with lowback and neck pain use ice on the spine for 20 minutes at a time and wait one hour before re-applying again for 20 minutes. Moist heat may be applied to the sides of the spine on the muscles only and not on the spine for 20 minutes.

The application of moist heat increases the circulation of the blood and decreases tension in the muscles and ligaments. This will cause increased swelling. Moist heat applications can be used on muscles for the relief of chronic muscle and ligament tension.

Moist heat is preferred over dry heat because it penetrates the deeper tissue layers.

The application of ice decreases the flow of blood, thus decreases swelling and inflammation for acute and recent injuries. It also decreases pain. In many lowback and neck pain cases there is swelling of tissues and ice is recommended.

If you have any questions about what you should be using, contact a HealthFirst Chiropractic Doctor.

Invest in Your Health

Invest in your health today, live well into the future.

At HealthFirst Chiropractic our commitment to your health is long-term, beyond simple short- term pain relief. We teach you how to live more healthfully, and keep you less likely to aggravate any past injuries.

My Top 8 Energy Foods

The best fuel for muscles are carbohydrates. There are many high-carbohydrate foods that are beneficial to both your health and your athletic performance. The key is choosing the right carbs. Here are my top 8 energy foods to eat:
1. Blueberries- Add these to salads, cereals, and smoothies.
2. Steel Oats- Great fiber and helps slow glucose absorption.
3. Lentils- These produce a low-glycemic response that prevents a spike in blood sugars.
4. Figs- Contain 30 grams of good carbohydrates along with B vitamins, calcium, and potassium.
5. Rice bran- Contains 5 grams of carbs and 2 grams of fiber and also slows glycemic release thus maintaining better blood sugar levels.
6. Apples, mango, kiwi, and oranges- Contains multiple nutrients and are great sources of carbohydrates.
7. Sweet potatoes- Contain 28 grams of carbohydrates and are filled with many nutrients.
8. Whole wheat pasta- Contains 40 grams of energy rich carbohydrates and 5 grams of fiber.

Eating lots of sweets and sugary foods for quick energy before you exercise may hurt your performance. Here's why: After you eat any kind of concentrated sugar, (soft drinks, candy, donuts, cookies, ect.)your body secretes insulin, a hormone that carries sugar from your blood into the muscles. Exercise, like insulin, also helps carry sugar into the muscles. The combined effect of insulin with exercise can cause your blood sugar to drop abnormally low. You may experience hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and feel light-headed, shaky, tired, and weak.

After exercising, you should eat carbohydrate rich foods and fluids. The muscles are very receptive at this time to re-fueling and replacing the used glycogen.

The above 8 energy foods are essential for proper replenishment.

Our Best Wellness Partners

Our best wellness partners commit to a healthy lifestyle. Invest your time, your resources, and most important, your spirit into your wellness.

You will feel the results as will others. Your positive example and disposition will spread like a smile to those around you.

An Apple a Day

Apples are delicious and very good for you. They contain many nutrients and are a rich source of fiber.

They are a rich source of boron which helps promote bone growth. There is ample scientific evidence that has found apples to have many benefits. They contain four grams of fiber that helps in the slow release of sugars, thus helping maintain a steady blood sugar level. They help reduce cancer risks. They contain pectin, a soluable fiber that helps lower blood cholesterol levels. They are a rich source of phytochemicals, these are compounds found in plants and fruits that act as an antioxidant.

For weight-watchers, the dietary fiber helps aid digestion and promote weight loss.

Breaking Down Diabetes

A few patients have wanted an explanation about Diabetes. Here are a few tid bits about Diabetes.

When food is being digested,enzymes in your stomach break down carbohydrates into glucose, which is then absorbed into your bloodstream. Your pancreas responds by releasing insulin, which allows glucose to travel to the liver, where it is distributed to cells for energy. Excess glucose is stored as glycogen and reconverted to glucose if blood sugars fall and more energy is required. In general, this is the normal, healthy picture of the blood glucose response.

With type 1 diabetes, the pancreas doesn't secrete insulin at all. As a result, glucose has no way of getting into the body's cells, and blood sugar levels stay high. With type 2 diabetes, the pancreas secretes insulin, but not enough to meet your body's needs. In both cases, glucose builds up in your bloodstream.

Normal blood glucose levels range from 60mg - 120mg. These levels are much higher in diabetic cases. Because glucose stays in the bloodstream, rather than being made available to cells, diabetics can suffer a variety of health problems, including poor circulation and blood flow.

It's over!!

Thanksgiving can be one of the heaviest eating days of the year.The good thing is it's over and we should be thankful for the opportunity to exercise off the extra pounds that were put on in this one day.

Fit Facts

Sometimes you might wonder if exercise is really worth it? It's normal to want to skip an exercise or not even begin to do them. But let me help you understand how beneficial they can be.

1. Exercise can help prevent heart disease.

2. Exercise can help lower blood pressure.

3. Exercise can help prevent type II diabetes.

4. Exercise will help burn the extra pounds you put on eating that delicious Thanksgiving meal.

5. Exercise will slow the aging process.

6. Exercise strengthens your muscles and spine.

7. Exercise makes every day more fun.

As fitness improves, activities become easier and more enjoyable. For better health, you owe it to yourself to begin today. Take it in small steps. Do a little more each day.

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

T...Thanksgiving
H...Happiness
A...Always have graditude
N...Now be thankful
K...Kind-hearted
S...Stuffing
G...Giving thanks
I...Imagine world peace
V...Valor pilgrims
I...Imagine wellness
N...Nourish
G...Greatful blessings

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

At this special time of the year we are thankful for many things, especially the gift of your friendship and loyalty. I would like to take this time to thank you for providing me with the opportunity to serve you. I appreciate your trust and look forward to serving you in the years to come.

I wish you a warm and Happy Thanksgiving. May you and those you love always enjoy a bountiful harvest of all the good things in life.

Pumpkins - Pumpkins - Pumpkins

The pumpkin capital of the world is located in Central Illinois. It is here in the heart of the midwest that our great farmers are producing 90% of all the pumpkin crops. It is also in Illinois where the largest processing plant is located. They process about 85% of all the canned pumpkin on the grocery shelves today.

Gives thanks to our great farmers of Illinois for adding some extra sweetness to our Thanksgiving dinners.

Red Flags for Big Bags

Carrying heavy backpacks, purses, briefcases, or shopping bags, on one shoulder can cause you to walk off balance. This creates your torso muscles to contract and makes one side of your spine work harder. Overtime this can create a weakening to your back and cause unnecessary back problems.

Carry no more than 25% of your body weight in your backpack. Switch shoulders or hands frequently. Keep the carrying pieces close to the body for less strain on the muscles.

Fat Wallets

A Fat Wallet is a nice problem. But if you have it in your back pocket and your sitting on it, this will cause your hips to be uneven. Thus torqing your spinal and pelvic muscles. Your spine will compensate for this stress and cause pain or tightness to your back.

I have been putting my thin wallet in my front pocket for over 20 yrs. You will also find that your back pockets will last longer.

Happiness

Happiness is not a matter of good fortune or worldly possessions. It's a mental attitude. It comes from appreciating what we have, instead of being miserable about what we don't have. It's so simple, yet so hard for the human mind to comprehend. Go out and make it a great day. It's your choice.

Did You Know...

The eye does not "see" but transforms light to nerve impulses which is interpreted by the brain.

If all 600 muscles in your body pulled in one direction, you could lift 25 tons.

More than half of your body's 206 bones are located in your hands and feet.

Your digestive tract is thirty feet long.

Your body produces one billion red blood cells every day.

Your heart pumps more than 5 quarts of blood every minute, about 2,000 gallons a day.

21 Day Detox - Raving Results!

I want to share a raving result. Yesterday patient R.B. came into my office to discuss her recent results of her blood test. She had just completed her 21 day nutrition detox with us. She lost 11 pounds and was feeling much better. We compared her blood test from August,(which was before the detox) to her blood test done recently in November. Her Cholesterol dropped from 199 to 133, Triglycerides dropped from 247 to 80, Alkaline Phosphatase dropped from 104 to 50. These were very surprising results to R.B.

These results continue to show how effective this whole food detox program can be. Call us to find out how you might benefit from this program. Your health may depend on it.

Our mission is to help our patients improve the quality of their HEALTH so that they can improve the quality of their LIFE.

Top Five Men Health Threats

As mentioned in the To Your Health (June Edition), Women outlive men by almost 5 years. Life expectancy is 74.8 for men as compared to 80.1 for women. Here are the top five leading causes of death for men.

1. Heart Disease

2. Cancer

3. Unintentional injuries

4. Stroke

5. Pulmonary Disease

The upside is that these killers are preventable by taking proper health precautions.Taking care of yourself now means a brighter future for you and your loved ones. Chiropractic care should always be included in your wellness plan.

5 Reasons to Stay Away from Soda and Energy drinks

1. Energy drinks can boost heart rate and blood pressure.It can increase anxiety, dehydrate the body, and cause insomnia.

2. Some energy drinks can contain up to 280mg. of caffeine. This almost triples the amount of caffeine in one cup of coffee.

3. An average can of soda has 35-38mg. of caffeine and up to 13 teaspoons of sugar.

4. According to some household cleaning web sites, sodas can be used as a toilet cleaner and rust and grease remover.

5. Some energy drinks have a very small splash of vitamins added, but not enough to gain any value.

What Should I Do For My Lowback Pain?

Deciding what to do for a lowback problem can be a difficult decision. Many start out by seeing their family doctor. Chiropractors specialize in taking care of back problems everyday. Take your lowback to a Chiropractor first. Let the Chiropractor examine you to determine what type of treatment you can best benefit from. They may be able to help you and if not they can refer to the proper place for treatment.

Starting out with drugs or surgery can cause unneeded side effects. Getting to the root of the problem and correcting a misalignment in the spine that can cause abnormal spinal joint function, disc derangement, and a pinched nerve is the best treatment in most cases.

It is important to find out if your lowback pain is coming from a muscle injury, disc injury, nerve injury, or spinal joint injury. a Chiropractic examination can help determine the real problem.

Your Nervous System Controls Everything

A properly functioning nervous system is a key to good health. Not your blood pressure(controlled by your nervous system) or your pulse (controlled by your nervous system). As a Chiropractor I have had the pleasure of restoring improved nerve function to my wellness partners. Have you ever had your spine checked to see if your nervous system is firing with all cylinders?

Improvements

We often think about making improvements around our home. In fact some people make improvements every day. How about making some improvements with your health?

Most Important Winter Vitamin

Want to help strengthen your immune system during the winter months? Vitamin D in needed in larger quantities during the cold cloudy season. Most of your Vitamin D is made in your body during the summer from the sun. The under layers of your skin are stimulated to produce large amounts of vitamin D. Because the days are shorter and you are in the sun much less in the winter supplementing Vitamin D is of great importance.

Easy Stress Reducers

If you're running around all day trying to fulfill a seemingly endless list of responsibilities, you could be on the verge of a stress-induced breakdown. Before that happens, take five minutes out of your busy schedule for one of these quick de-stressors.


1. Get moving - Any form of daily exercise can be extremely beneficial. Endorphins are triggered to be released into your body during exercise. These hormones are mood lifting and can add a great feeling and energy to your body.

2. Get some sun - The sun can provide a good amount of needed vitamin D. It also enhances serotonin which is a chemical that stabilizes your moods.

3.Laugh a little - Many studies show that laughing can lower the levels of cortisol which is a stress hormone.

I vote for good health!

During this time of a very important election, remember that you are in charge of your health. Take a stance today and vote for yourself to get started on an exercise program. It makes good since to also vote on eating better. These two votes might be the best two votes you have ever made in your life.

The Moo Factor

The MOO factor will determine what you are and where you are going. It's the" margin of opportunity." It's the time or space between where you are and where you want to be. What you do between this time will determine who and what you are. Set your goals and get busy doing what you need to do. This is the only way you will get to where you want to be. Oh, have some fun in your journey.

Diet Pills

There seems to be a large surge of diet pills back on the market again. Recently I was asked about a very popular diet pill called Alli. This is sold over the counter and is used to help lose weight quickly. This pill is a drug that stops the pancreas from producing an enzyme that breaks down fat in the small intestine. Because the fat doesn't get broke down it doesn't get absorbed, cutting down on your calorie intake.

The problem is that some fat in the diet is needed and is very healthy. This drug does not allow any fat to be broken down. You do lose weight, but your body is not getting the necessary fat for proper body function.

I ask you, are you living to be healthy or to be thin? If your living to be healthy then give up the diet pill and begin to eat well, think well, and exercise well.

Exercise

Spend a few minutes today giving your mind some positive exercise. While your making a better life for your mind you might as well do a little walking for your body.

Gems

What would consider to be the top five Gems to good health?

One Simple Step To Improving the Quality of Your Life This Winter

Improving the quality of you life this winter can be done with one simple step. Take this one thing everyday and you will improve the quality of your immune system and enjoy a healthier winter. Let me know if you want to know what this is.

FEAR

The word stands for" False Evidence Appearing Real." Many things that we worry about everyday never happen. In spite of the challenges that our global economy is experiencing you can choose not to participate. Listening to all the forecasters can bring much fear to you and your family. Put down that newspaper and turn off that T.V. You control your thoughts and actions. Take time each day to remember what all is good in your life and take control of what you can actually control. Life is good in spite of what others say.

Lowback Pain

When was the last time you had back pain? What did you do for it? When would you choose to go to a Chiropractor for your back pain?

Fear

I was reading Richard Flint's e-mail about fear. As you watch T.V. , read the news paper, pull up to the gas pumps, and watch your investments dwindle does this create some fear? There seems to be a great need for people today to understand that fear does exist and to have a plan to help them through it. Fear creates stress and robs you of a lot of energy and good health. What do you think we should be doing about fear?

What keeps you from going to a Chiropractor?

Almost everyday I enjoy helping patients to wellness, a new patient will enter my office for their first time. Most of these new patients are afraid and very nervous. After their first adjustment most will comment is that it? What have you heard and what keeps you from getting your nervous system checked out? It will likely amaze you and surprise you. It's all good!

Inner Balance

Ever thought about what it takes to have inner balance? From your basic body part the human cell to the organ and body systems. Each of these function in a certain way and need balance for you to function properly. When disease or symptoms arise you have cells, organs and systems of your body that are out of balance. Look at what you're are eating, how much exercise you are doing, and how positive your mind has been thinking. Each of these three components have a huge impact on your wellness and inner balance. Achieving inner balance should be one of your wellness goals.

Lowback Pain

When was the last time you had a back checkup? You change positions to your lowback over a thousand times everday. All this motion can create a weakening and eventually cause lowback pain. Do you believe there is any advantage to getting your lowback checked occasionally to make sure it is functioning correctly?

wellness

What would your description of wellness be? How close to wellness do you think you are? Think about this and decide what you need to do to do have wellness and longevity in your life

Adding years to your life

At what age does adding years to your life become important? If you knew of a way to add five or ten years to your life would you want to know how?

Your in Pain or Your in Pain

I find it interesting in talking to my patients about where their health is now and where they want it to be. What some have a difficult time understanding is the fact that they are in pain (or unhappy where their health is now) and they are in pain getting healthier. If we are going to be in some kind of pain, why not be in pain getting healthier.

Attitude of gratitude

I need help! is one of the biggest statements my patients make. They are tired of being tired. They are achy ,overweight and lacking energy. I will share with you some great ways to get your health back and start adding years to your life and life to your years in the coming weeks.

Just to get you started today. Find some paper ,a note pad, or anything to write in. We will call this a journal. Take time to write in your journal all the wonderful things you like about yourself. Remember God didn't make anyone perfect. You have two eyes and can see, a mouth with teeth to chew, two lungs to breath, and a heart to pump blood. These are just a few things to think about to get you started. Try to come up with ten things that you like about yourself.

Having an attitude of gratitude is where good health begins.

Dr.Dennis

Welcome to My Health and Wellness Tips

Have you exercised today? Did you know that exercising just 30 minutes a day can add seven years to your life? Your decisions today will determine your health tomorrow. I'm off to my walk, see you tomorrow.
Dr.Dennis