Relax

The average day can seem like one stressful task after the other, which adds up toa state of constant stress and frustration.

Make time to to get away from the daily grind, whether that's setting aside an hour or so each night before going to bed t


>o take a walk, read a good book or just put you feet up and unwind. Sometimes just a little more time for yourself can help reduce your stress.

Go Organic!

It's no surprise that the people in our country are getting bigger and unhealthier. Most of the food consumed today is with little or no nutrients. It is because of the convenience and cost, we limit our consumption of good nutrient foods like fresh fruits and vegetables. We consume many more refined, processed, pre-packaged, and pre-made foods. Many nutrients are lost eating these kinds of foods.

Get back into the game of being healthy and eat more organic foods. Your body will enjoy the nutrients and will have better performance.


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Quality Sleep

You should be getting enough sleep and making sure that you are enjoying the sleep. Here are a few ideas to help you sleep better.

1. Create a normal routine. Go to bed and get up at about the same time each day. Have a normal routine of things you do before going to bed each night.

2. Find time to exercise each day. Exercise can help your body achieve better heath which will provide better sleep. Try not to exercise right before going to bed.

3. Take a nap. Find time to take a short nap during the day. However, napping too much during the day can create a short night of sleeping.

4. Eat light and right. Try not to eat or drink at least two hours before going to bed. Always make sure you are eating healthy foods. You will continue to digest your food while sleeping and your body will have a much easier time digesting healthy foods.

5. Sleep on your side. You maintain good posture when you sleep on your side. Never sleep on your stomach. This can create stress to your neck and create spinal problems.

6. Find a firm mattress. Find a mattress that is firm to support your posture.

7. Choose the right pillow. Pillows come in all shapes and sizes. Your pillow should support your neck and its proper position. Keeping your head and neck in a neutral position is important.


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Spinal Posture

Part of our new patient examination includes a posture check. Many health problems can begin by having spinal imbalances. The posture machine has two scales built into it. The patient stands onto the machine with each foot place onto each scale.

This will then measure how much body weight you are carrying on the left scale and the right scale. Some patients have at least 20 pounds of more weight distributed on one side compared to the other. This can show how imbalanced your posture is, thus creating stress to the rest of the body.

Imagine

Imagine you were just given a brand new $200,000 Porsche automobile and this would be the only auto you would ever be able to own. When it is done running you will have to walk forever. How would you take care of this car? Would you keep it washed? Change the oil regularly? Use the right unleaded gasoline?

Imagine God giving you one priceless body that needs to last you your lifetime. Would you feed it right? Exercise it regularly? Would you do whatever you could to make it last?

Most people aren't given a $200,000 automobile, but everyone is given a special unique priceless body. Over my 28 years of practice I've seen many people abuse their bodies and unfortunately end up with a shorter life span and with years of sickness.

What will you do to take better care of your priceless body. Make sure it includes regular Chiropractic checkups.

Count Your Blessings

Today is a good day to reflect on all the blessings that the good Lord blesses you with each and everyday. Find some time today to find the gratitude in your life.

Invest in Your Emplyees

Companies that manage people right( in regards to wellness) will outperform companies that don't by 30-40%.

Making Your Workplace Well

At HealthFirst we believe that wellness affects all of us personally and professionally, permeating almost every facet of life in every stage of living. That's why at HealthFirst we offer our complimentary worksite-based Emerald Care Lecture Series. We want to educate and empower you employees and your organization on the essentials for creating healthier, more productive lifestyles for improved performance in work and life.

From stress to strain, headaches to backaches, prevention to performance, productivity and poise, HealthFirst has a wellness program that works.

To schedule your Emerald Care lecture Series for your employees please contact Traci at HealthFirst 614-861-1333. www.drschone.com


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WARNING!!! Plastic Bottles and Cans

The Harvard School of Public Health found that BPA (Bisphenol-a) leaches into your food and gets absorbed by the body. These can be found in most plastics and cans. In fact drinking from a poly carbonate water bottle for just one week can be harmful. Most plastic water bottles contain BPA. A study they performed showed that in one week of drinking from plastic containers, spiked body BPA by 69%.

BPA is an endocrine-disrupter. High levels of BPA in the body are associated with increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, neurological problems, and even cancer. There have been recent laws to keep BPA out of baby bottles.

Drinking fresh filtered water and eating fresh vegetables can go a long way in keeping you healthy. Anything stored in cans or plastics may be causing toxic chemicals to be absorbed into your body.


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Help! I'm In Pain

We get calls everyday from people who have been in pain for a long time and want to know what they should do. Many problems are caused by spinal misalignments. When the spine gets locked up it causes stress to that joint and nerve. This creates pressure and eventually pain. If you have never had your spine checked, get it checked soon before you become one of those patients.

At HealthFirst we will perform a comprehensive and complete consultation and evaluation to determine if you have any weak links to your spine and will help you design a plan of action.


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Me Time

Life is fast and furious. Rushing to work, shopping, and running the kids around town. Day after day exhausted from taking care of everyone else but Me. Me time is about finding time for yourself today. Put some time in your calender for you to pamper yourself. Your mind, body and spirit needs a little attention everyday.

Vitamin D Hydroxy 25

Remember to ask your Doctor for a "Vitamin D Hydroxy 25" blood test at your next appointment. This is the best way to check your Vitamin D level. A score of 40 - 60 is a desired goal.

Back Pain

There have been many studies on the treatment of low back pain and Chiropractic keeps coming up first. If you're having a challenging back problem, give HealthFirst Chiropractic a call and let us explain how we can help you gain your life back.

I Believe!

I believe by Brian Tracy

I believe every person has within themselves potential they have never even come close to realizing.

I believe each person has far more intelligence than they have ever used.

I believe each person is more creative than he or she has ever imagined.

I believe the greatest achievements of your life lie ahead of you.

I believe the happeiest moments of your life are yet to come.

I believe the greatest successes you will ever attain are still waiting for you on the road ahead.


And, I believe through learning and application of what you learn, you can solve any problem, overcome any obstacle and achieve any goal that you can set for yourself.

Five Moves

What are your next five moves to improve your health? The past only serves as a place to learn. What you have or have not done to improve your health is not as important as what you are going to do to improve your health today and in the future.

Five Steps To Better Health

Taking care of you and your health requires five key steps.

1. Better Eating Habits

2. Daily Exercise

3. Get Plenty Of Rest

4. Be Positive and Happy Everyday

5. Maintain a Proper Functioning Spine and Nervous System

At HealthFirst Chiropractic we are involved in your total wellness. Call us today to get more information on why you should want us to be your wellness partner.

Just a Few Thoughts

Mediocrity is a sin - it is what you have allowed yourself to settle for.

When it comes to good health, it really is in your hands.

Shift from mediocrity to greatness.

Greatness is a habit.

The more greatness you create the more greatness you attrack.

Decide today to make better health decisions.

Vitamin Myths and Truths

Many labels can fool the average consumer when buying vitamins.Just because a label says that it is natural or organic doesn't mean it is good. It can have one organic or natural ingredient in it and ten other synthetic and artificial ingredients and the label can still say organic or natural.

#4 MYTH: All Organic and Natural Vitamins Are Good.

The F.D.A. has no absolute definition of natural.Many vitamin companies use a very small amounts plant extracts that are natural or organic, but are then packed with a lot of artificially derived chemical additives.

Make sure you are buying wholefood vitamins from a very reputable company.At HealthFirst we use products from Standard Process.

Always check the label for chemical fillers and to make sure they are 100% natural ingredients.

Vitamin Myths and Truths

#3. Myth: Any vitamin Product Is Good, as Long as You're taking Something.

Not all vitamin supplements are created equal. Most non-food vitamins isolate fractional vitamins. These synthetic artificial vitamins are not healthy and do not provide much if any nutrients. Vitamins that come from food are the best . At HealthFirst, we use a whole food brand from Standard Process.