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Verse of the Week

2010-12-27T07:27:00.001-08:00

But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be your slave, even as the Son of Man came not be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.

Matthew 20:26-28

Verse of the Week

2010-12-13T06:37:00.000-08:00

There the Lord will display his glory, the splendor of our God. With this news, strengthen those who have tired hands, and encourage those who have weak knees. Say to those with fearful hearts "Be strong, and do not fear for your God is coming to destroy your enemies. He is coming to save you."

Isaiah 35:2-4

Verse of the Week

2010-12-06T06:12:00.000-08:00

Praise be to the Lord God, the God of Israel, who alone does marvelous deeds. Praise be to his glorious name forever; may the whole earth be filled with his glory.

Psalm 72:18-19

Verse of The Week

2010-11-29T06:20:00.000-08:00

Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ.

Romans 1:7

Happy Thanksgiving!

2010-11-22T06:02:00.000-08:00

Here's the Thanksgiving fun fact.

We all know that eating turkey can make us sleepy because of L-Tryptophan, but do you know why?

Tryptophan is used by the body to produce serotonin and melatonin, neurotransmitters that exert a calming affect and regulate sleep. But, tryptophan needs to be taken on a empty stomach in order to make you drowsy.

The last time I checked turkey isn't the only thing eaten at Thanksgiving dinner. So why do we feel so tired?

Well, the carbohydrate load is the culprit. Carbohydrates increase insulin levels which draw proteins out of the blood and into muscle cells, leaving an increase in the relative concentration of tryptophan making you sleepy.

Have a happy Thanksgiving.

Verse of the Week

2010-11-22T05:55:00.000-08:00

Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord; let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before him with thanksgiving and extol him with music and song.

For the Lord is the great God, the great King above all gods.

Psalm 95:1-3

Fat

2010-11-15T06:31:00.000-08:00

The western diet ingests dangerous amounts of Omega 6 fatty acids (vegetable oils, soybean oil, processed foods) which increase risk of cardiovascular disease and not enough Omega 3 fatty acids.

The ideal fatty acid ratio should be 2:1 or 1:1 Omega 6:Omega 3. The western diet is between 15:1 and 22:1.
Omega 3 fatty acids or cardio protective and are found in tuna, salmon, halibut, flax and lingonberry.

The Crash

2010-11-08T05:43:00.000-08:00

When you eat a high carbohydrate meal your body produces a lot of insulin to decrease blood sugar. Now you end up with low blood sugar (the crash).

Your body then produces the stress hormone Cortisol which increases glucose levels. You will then produce more stress hormones that stimulate your brain to crave carbohydrates and fat. And the vicious cycle continues.

Have a snack higher in protein will help keep glucose levels level so you will avoid the Crash.

Verse of the Week

2010-11-08T05:31:00.001-08:00

I lift my eyes to the hills, where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, Maker of heaven and earth.

Psalm 121:1-2

October is National Chiropractic Health Month

2010-09-14T12:50:00.000-07:00

The theme is weight loss. Here are a few tips.

Losing five to 10 percent of excess body weight is enough to lower the risks for many chronic

diseases. Even this small shift in weight helps lower blood pressure, total LDL (bad) cholesterol

and triglyceride levels as well as normalize blood sugar levels. In addition, weight loss may have

positive emotional benefits.

Try a healthier take on the popular taco: switch to soft shells. Wrapped, folded or flat, use soft

tortillas with less fat than crispy ones, which may be fried.

Getting a decent night’s sleep does more than provide good rest—it seems to curb the number of

pounds women put on as they age, according to the Nurses Health Study.

When traveling, think ahead. Pack foods that are easy to carry, such as single-serving boxes of

cereal, trail mix, granola bars, apple sauce, cut-up vegetables and fruits.

A serving size of meat, fish, poultry is only about 3 oz.—roughly the size of your palm. Keep that

in mind the next time you fire up the grill.

A serving size of rice or cooked pasta is only 1/3 cup. Watch your portion control the next time you

whip up a batch of macaroni salad.

When grocery shopping, stick to the perimeter of the store where the produce and dairy products are

located. Avoid the highly processed foods in the center aisles.

Most adults should aim for a minimum of 30 minutes of exercise every day. Walking, gardening,

doing yard work, swimming or cleaning house all count toward meeting this goal—anything that

increases your heart rate and causes you to break a light sweat. Children and teens should aim for at

least 60 minutes most days.

When it comes to maintaining a healthy weight for a lifetime, the bottom line is calories count!

Weight management is all about balance—balancing the number of calories you consume with the

number of calories your body uses.

By losing just 10 percent of your body weight, you can lower your cholesterol and reduce your

blood pressure—two major risk factors for heart disease.

By losing just 10 percent of your body weight, you’ll improve your body’s ability to use the insulin

it makes, possibly preventing the onset of type 2 diabetes.

Verse of the Week

2010-09-13T06:08:00.000-07:00

Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God's grace in its various forms.

1 Peter 4:8-10

Verse of the Week

2010-08-30T05:17:00.000-07:00

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

Proverbs 3:5-6

whatever the trial or God’s intention for it, He is available to help us in our affliction (Ps. 46:1). We can turn toward Him for comfort, guidance, and support. Or we can get angry and resentful that we are not being rescued from our shadowy valley.

Condition of the Week

2010-08-02T07:57:00.001-07:00

Infantile Colic

In a study by Mercer and Cook, infants that were diagnosed with colic were given a max of six chiropractic adjustments. 93% had complete resolution of symptoms.

Can't Buy Organic? These Fruits and Vegetables are Your Best Bet

2010-07-21T06:39:00.000-07:00

Are you unable to buy all organic fruits and vegetables? Here is a list of fruits and vegetables that consistently have the least amount of pesticide: Asparagus, Avocado, Bananas, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Corn, Kiwi, Mangos, Onions, Papaya, Pineapple, and Peas.
Have a great day!

Verse of the Week

2010-07-19T05:50:00.000-07:00

Going Through Trials? Take Heart.

"But those who suffer he delivers in their suffering; he speaks to them in their affliction."

Job 36:15

Condition of the Week

2010-07-19T05:48:00.001-07:00

Got a Headache?

Dysfunction of the upper cervical spine can result in a headache due to irritation of the greater occipital nerve. Adjustment of the upper cervicals can eliminate the headache.

Help a friend or family member today with chiropractic care!

Verse of the week

2010-07-13T13:08:00.000-07:00

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self control."

Galatians 5:22-23

Have a great week!

Condition of the Week

2010-07-13T12:56:00.000-07:00

You may be suffering from shoulder and elbow pain needlessly. Pain in your shoulder or elbow can be caused by injury or inflammation to the joint., muscle, bursa or tendon. For example, "tennis elbow" is the term used to describe inflammation of a elbow tendon. Elbow and shoulder pain can also be caused by a misaligned vertebrae in your neck that "pinches" the nerve that goes to your arm. Chiropractic care can be successful in relieving and correcting these painful and disabling conditions.

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Happy Thanksgiving!

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Fat

The western diet ingests dangerous amounts of Omega 6 fatty acids (vegetable oils, soybean oil, processed foods) which increase risk of cardiovascular disease and not enough Omega 3 fatty acids.

The ideal fatty acid ratio should be 2:1 or 1:1 Omega 6:Omega 3. The western diet is between 15:1 and 22:1.Omega 3 fatty acids or cardio protective and are found in tuna, salmon, halibut, flax and lingonberry.

The Crash

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October is National Chiropractic Health Month

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Can't Buy Organic? These Fruits and Vegetables are Your Best Bet

Are you unable to buy all organic fruits and vegetables? Here is a list of fruits and vegetables that consistently have the least amount of pesticide: Asparagus, Avocado, Bananas, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Corn, Kiwi, Mangos, Onions, Papaya, Pineapple, and Peas.Have a great day!

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Condition of the Week

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Condition of the Week

The ideal fatty acid ratio should be 2:1 or 1:1 Omega 6:Omega 3. The western diet is between 15:1 and 22:1.
Omega 3 fatty acids or cardio protective and are found in tuna, salmon, halibut, flax and lingonberry.

Are you unable to buy all organic fruits and vegetables? Here is a list of fruits and vegetables that consistently have the least amount of pesticide: Asparagus, Avocado, Bananas, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Corn, Kiwi, Mangos, Onions, Papaya, Pineapple, and Peas.
Have a great day!