Friday, June 20, 2014

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

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.

Wednesday, June 18, 2014

Soccer Players RUN How Far on the Field???

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.

Thursday, June 12, 2014

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.

Click Here For Article: 

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Benefits to the Chiropractic Adjustment From Your Chiropractor

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! 

Wednesday, June 11, 2014

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

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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Tuesday, June 10, 2014

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

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. 

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