June's Fresh Fruit Smoothie from your HealthSource Chiropractor

It's finally summer, and that means fresh, in-season fruit! This Seasonal Fresh Fruit Smoothie takes advantage of beautiful berries that you can only get this time of year!

Ingredients

1. 1 frozen banana, pre-sliced
2. 1 cup fresh organic strawberries, stems removed
3. 1 cup fresh organic blueberries
4. 1 cup fresh organic raspberries
5. 1/2 cup organic Greek Yogurt
6. 1/2 cup Almond milk
7. 1 cup ice
8. mint for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Put all ingredients in a blender and pulse until desired consistency. Add ice as needed. Garnish with mint.

Enjoy!! HS Chiropractic 

Lifting Weights As You Age! Pump Some Iron...

By HealthSource Chiropractic

You may think that a quick shuffle around the block is enough to keep your health in check during your 

Golden Years, but not so, according to a recent study.  Apparently one of the biggest factors for longer life is the amount of muscle mass you have. 

More than 3,000 recently deceased people, age 55 or older for the men when they died and 65 or older for the women, were studied over a 6-year period.  Those with significant muscle mass died later than those without much muscle, the study found. The findings, published in the American Journal of Medicine, also indicate that the popular measurement of health, Body Mass Index (BMI), may not be enough when it comes to predicting long-term health. 

For More Information on Health and Aging Contact Your LocalHealthSource Office.                 

Be Good To Your Body, It Will Thank You Later!

 

You will never regret true overall health! 

Here are some tips for your every day routine:

#1 Move More Throughout Your Day

#2 Drink More Water

#3 Feed Your Mind

#4 Stay Focused and Positive

#5 Eat More Vegetables, Heck Just Eat BETTER!

#6 Stretch Your Muscles

#7 Remember to Relax

For more information on health, contact your local HealthSource officeat (888) 977-6734.

Soccer Players RUN How Far on the Field???

In honor of the FIFA World Cup, we though it was fitting to discuss how much running occurs during the average soccer game and how it compares to other sports.  So here’s the scoop…

 

Soccer players average 7 miles of running per game and get this… referees run more than that!! It’s a large field and fast moving game that lasts 90 minutes (that’s an Hour and a Half of play time). The amount of running does vary depending on the position played, midfielders taking the win on distance.

Want to know how soccer compares to other competitive sports? Check it out:

Football: 1.25 miles on average (receivers and cornerbacks)

Baseball: .046 miles!

Basketball: 2.9 miles according to RunnersWorld.com

Tennis: 3 miles during a match.

Are these distances what you expected?

That’s a WHOLE lot of calories being burnt all around. How about this stat: According to Harvard Health Publications, the average soccer player (155 – 185 pounds) burns about 260-311 calories for 30 minutes of play time.

The Real Reason Why Children Fidget...I think you'll like this article by Balanced and Barefoot.

The Real Reason Why Children Fidget...I think you'll like this article by Balanced and Barefoot.

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Benefits to the Chiropractic Adjustment From Your Chiropractor

1. Improves joint mobility, function and health.
2. Makes tight muscles loose and loose muscles tight and improves the contractibility (thereby strength) of the muscle.
3. Decreases degeneration of the joint and connective tissues (arthritis).
4. Decreases the on-­-going inflammatory process associated with the subluxation.
5. Improves circulation taking stagnant blood out and bringing new blood in.
6. Speeds up the recovery process.
7. Improves nerve system function and the individual nerve’s ability to carry nerve impulses more efficiently.
8. Strengthens the immune system.
9. Improves individual organ system function (heart, lung, sinuses, digestive, etc).
10. Improves a person’s disposition (they’re more FUN to be around).
11. Calms a hyperactive mind and energizes a depressed mind.
12. Increases energy, vitality and improves sleep.
13. Relieves/Improves Prenatal Discomfort
14. Decreases length of labor and associated back pain.
15. Decreases the adverse effects of stress.
16. Improves athletic performance (for ANY sport).
17. Improves Quality of Life by enhancing the enjoyment/fulfillment of a person’s Key Values 
18. Amazing prevention ability for sickness, disease and pain.
19. Improves overall health and wellness for infants and children.
20. Improves cognitive ability (ability to THINK more clearly).
21. Oh…and it DECREASES PAIN!
22. Works on animals! 

Not So Sweet: World Health Organization says sugar intake should be half of what was previously recommended

We can’t sugar coat this: The World Health Organization now says daily sugar intake should only be 5% of your total calories—or less than one can of soda per day—which is half of what the agency previously recommended.

    
After a review of about 9,000 studies, WHO experts concluded that dropping sugar intake to that level will combat obesity and cavities.

The sugar in question only refers to sweetened foods, syrups, fruit juices, and honey, and does not include those occurring naturally in fruits.      

Scientists are gearing up for a battle with the food industry following WHO’s announcement. When the organization last revised its sugar guidelines more than a decade ago, the U.S. sugar industry lobbied Congress to threaten withdrawing millions of dollars in funding to WHO. That didn’t happen, but a reference to the sugar limit was removed from a global diet strategy, even while the recommendation passed. 

Adjusting For Health!

We stumbled upon this fantastic article in Pathways Magazine about chiropractic care for newborns. 

The article noted that the infants responded to care with immediate muscular relaxation and a greater ability to sleep! 

Take a Peak: 
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Fibromyalgia affects an estimated 3 to 6 percent of Americans, mostly women.

—Condition Of the Week #2 —

Who do you know with Fibromyalgia Syndrome?

Fibromyalgia affects an estimated 3 to 6 percent of Americans, mostly women.

Typical symptoms include:

• Widespread pain in all 4 quadrants of the body for a minimum of 3 months; and
• Tenderness or pain in at least 11 tender points when pressure is applied. These tender points cluster around the neck, shoulder, chest, hip, knee and elbow regions.

In addition, symptoms can include:
• Fatigue
• Sleep disorders
• Chronic headaches
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Cognitive or memory impairment
• Malaise and muscle pain after exertion
• Jaw pain
• Morning stiffness
• Menstrual cramping
• Irritable bowels
• Numbness and tingling sensations
• Skin and chemical sensitivities

Treatment: A change in nutrition, sleep pattern, and physical activity can greatly reduce the symptoms. Chiropractic care has consistently ranked as one of the therapeutic approaches that offer the most relief for the fibromyalgia patient. Your doctor of chiropractic can also include massage therapy, ultrasound and electrical stimulation in the treatment program, which may help relieve stress, pain, and other symptoms. Your doctor of chiropractic has the knowledge, training, and expertise to help you understand your problem and, in many cases, to manage it successfully. Remember, however, that the treatment program can be successful only with your active participation. If your doctor of chiropractic feels that he or she cannot help you, you will be directed to another health care provider. 

A less Stressful Way to Say ‘I DO’!

How to De-Stress before the big day the right way.

You got the ring…the date, the dress, and the venue.  Then you notice your wedding shower was the wrong shade of pink. I know STRESSFUL right? No matter how physically and mentally prepared you are for the big day, stressing out about the whole process is kind of inevitable. Actually, it’s very normal for brides and grooms to experience some level of stress about the big day.  

We urge you to not let the anxiety drain the excitement and joy out of your wedding festivities.  To make your process a healthy/less stressful one, use these 5 tips:

Stress Eat the Healthy Way

Drop the chocolate and potato chips! Try eating some of these foods instead: Almonds, Avocados, Oatmeal, Oranges, Spinach, Salmon.

Swap Coffee For Green Tea

It contains soothing properties called theanine which help with relaxation and it also has less caffeine. Caffeine can increase anxiety even when you are not planning a BIG wedding.

Create an Organized Check List

Keep all details of the wedding in one place for easy access and less stress when you are looking for an answer!!

Exercise to Help Decrease Stress

Whether it’s yoga or time at the gym, getting a good workout in can help protect you against added anxiety and stress.

Think/Meditate

Live in the present moment and really think about your reaction. Work on staying emotionally stable through meditation and mindful thinking. 

If you are experiencing stress related pain please contact your HealthSource Chiropractor at (888) 977-6734.

Which is worse: Smoking or Sitting? The answer may surprise you?

Video

Sit Smarter, Not Harder! Dr. Scott Donkin-HealthSource of Lincoln explains this topic and more during TEDxLincoln!

It's amazing how simple daily habits can have a BIG effect on your health. Both Smoking and Sitting can affect how you breathe. Take a peak at Dr. Scott's video to learn more...

Why suffer from arthritis PAIN?!

—Condition Of the Week—

Arthritis is so common, it affects an estimated 1 in 5 adults!

Arthritis is an umbrella term used or a group of more than 100 medical conditions. It means inflammation of the joint and can affect a person at any age, including an estimated 1 out of every 250 children. It’s also more common in women (24.9%) than men (18.1%).

Those who suffer from arthritis experience pain, stiffness and inflammation at the areas where arthritis is.

Chiropractic care is uniquely suited to aid in the treatment of arthritis-related symptoms because movement is recommended as one of the best treatment options, according to the Arthritis Foundation. Have you told your loved one with arthritis about us? 

Wishing You a Happy HealthSource Monday!!

 

We hope you have a week full of happiness and health. Starting your week in the right frame of mind can and will help you achieve the outcome you are looking for. Take time to set goals and the steps you are going to take to achieve them!! 

Happy Monday From Your HealthSource Friends!! 

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#NFL tight end Tony Scheffler: "Chiropractic care helps to keep me healthy and at the top of my game." #Chiropractic

#NFL tight end Tony Scheffler: "Chiropractic care helps to keep me healthy and at the top of my game." #Chiropractic 

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