Spring has arrived!

Spring is finally here!  With this warmer weather brings yard work, barbeques, and farmers markets.  Farmers markets are a great way to get fresh fruits, vegetables, and sometimes even meat and fish.  Did you know that a large reason for the rise in obesity is that people have lost their connection to the soil, and subsequently their food and where it comes from?  In the past, you had to get fresh food that wasn't mass produced and injected with chemicals or covered with pesticides, but nowadays its much easier and sadly cheaper to run to McDonald's and get a cheeseburger than to make a homemade salad with fresh vegetables.  This has also led to children not wanting to eat their vegetables.  Simple solution, try planting a garden with your kids.  Teaching them how to plant the vegetables and/or fruits, how to take care of them, and them watching what they have taken care of grow into something they can eat will raise their awareness of what they put into their bodies and give them a new respect for fresh food.

 

5 Ways to Keep Your New Year's Resolution

Christmas is already over, and soon 2012 will be over too!  Every year we all make New Year's Resolutions, and unfortunately most of us don't stick to them.  Today I am going to give you 5 ways to keep your New Year's Resolution.

 

1.  Think it Through - One of the biggest mistakes is making a resolution without fully thinking it through.  Whatever your resolution, you have to figure out how to make it work or it probably wont work.

2.  Recruit Help! - Don't tackle your resolution by yourself.  Utilize your friends and family's experiences, encouragement, and support to help you stick to and achieve your goal.

3.  Remember Last Year - Succeed in 2013 by remembering why your resolutions in 2012 didn't pan out.  Remember that those who refuse to learn from their past are doomed to repeat it.

4.  Take Small Steps - The overwhelming majority of resolutions involve changing patterns or behaviors that can not be changed overnight.  Break your ultimate goal up into smaller challenges to help you reach your goal so its not such a large task but smaller tasks that all help you get to the desired end goal.

5.  Dream Big - Resolutions have a better chance of succeeding if they are accomplished in small, manageable steps, but that doesn't mean you have to think small.  If you set your sights to small, you might be more likely to quit because the goal isn't meaningful enough.  Remember this is your chance to make this year better then the last one, so dream big, but remember to utilize these other tips to help your achieve your New Year's Resolution.

Immune System

 Cold and flu bugs don't care how old we are or what we have planned, but we can help to combat these infections by keeping our immune systems strong and maintain adequate nutrition.

 

Two people can both be exposed to the same deadly microorganism (bug), and one could end up gravely ill while the other goes on with their daily life completely symptomless, as if nothing had happened.  Why is this?  It all comes down to your body's resistance, the strength of the immune system, which depends on your underlying health and nutrition.  If you fail to maintain adequate nutrition and a strong immune system and resistance, your body will fail no matter what pharmaceutical drugs you make take.  The proper nutrition and regular chiropractic adjustments will keep you in optimal health and allow you to fight off all of the cold and flu bugs that we each encounter on a daily basis.

 

 

Are You Getting Enough Calcium?

As many of us know, calcium is very important to all of us, but there are many things that us, adults, or our children suffer from that we may not have realized are actually linked to calcium deficiencies.  It is important that everyone has plenty of the right kind of calcium in their diet.  Usable calcium in the human body is calcium bicarbonate.  It is known as a blood buffer or natural antidote to too much acid.  Children, and adults too, are loaded up with phosphoric acid since it is in soft drinks, wheat products, processed foods, and breakfast cereals.  When too much acid builds up in the body without adequate calcium bicarbonate to buffer it, certain things will happen.  Children frequently become fidgety, nervous, and possibly hyperactive.  They will be easily upset, throw temper tantrums, and get frequent colds.  And the same goes for adults!  In addition, growing pains in children and osteoporosis in adults are a definite indicator of a calcium imbalance, which can hinder bone-building capacity.

Exercise at Any Age - June 21, 2012

This week I would like to share some tips for all of us no matter what age we are. 

Something important to remember is that exercise is a natural medicine. 

Step 1:Move: Sitting is dangerous to your health.
Step 2:Start a walking program.
Step 3:Stretch
Step 4:Do some strength training.

Remember that exercise doesn't have to be complicated to be effective.  Any of these steps can be done at any time, but making a conscious effort to do them at some point during the day will greatly improve your health.  Something as simple as getting up to change the channel, taking a walk around during commercial breaks, and even stretching after getting out of the shower in the morning will have an effect.

Advantages of Fresh Fruits and Veggies

Well we made it out of winter, and spring is finally here.  One of the greatest things about spring and summer is all of the fresh fruit and vegetables at markets and for some of us, even in our own backyards.  Everyone knows how important it is to get your daily intake of fruits and veggies, but there are some of us that just cringe at the thought of certain fruits and vegetables that are great for us.  Why not try juicing?  You can add lots of ingredients that you may not like such as kale, beets, or spinach, along with apples, carrots, and other fruits and veggies that you do like, and with just a push of a button you have a great tasting nutritional juice drink.  This allows you to still get the nutritional supplements from these ingredients while masking the taste or smell that kept you away from them before!  So head to the market or your backyard, and start enjoying a wonderful glass of juice that will satisfy your palate and your nutritional needs.

Tips to Avoid Winter's Dry Air - February 3, 2012

When you think of winter most likely you think of cold weather, ice, and snow, but you're forgetting one important component of winter is dry-air.  The moisture content in the air goes down dramatically both outside and typically inside your home as well when winter comes, so here are some tips to combat that winter dry spell.

1.  EYES - Use drops that say "preservative free" to avoid further irritation.
2.  NOSE - Use saline spray instead of petroleum-based ointments which can actually harm your nose's lining.
3.  SKIN - Don't take excessively long showers as this will dry out your skin, instead limit it to 15 minutes and use a fragrance free soap and finish off with a cream-based lotion.
4.  THROAT - Drink at least 2 liters of water a day.  In addition using cough drops and herbal or decaffeinated tea.

Remembering these tips will help you to avoid the itchy eyes, stuffy nose, cracked skin, and sore throats that are all a part of winter.

Healthy Snacks To Get You Through Winter - January 26, 2012

It sure has been amazing how quickly winter changed from being very mild to 2 big snow storms in the last 2 weeks!  With all the snow that is covering the ground, there is a tendency for both kids and adults to be in the refrigerator more often then normal.  As long as you are monitoring your portions so you don't overeat, and of course monitoring those cravings, a healthy snack can actually be beneficial.  With snacking in mind, I thought I would share a few healthy snack tips with you.

1.  1/4 sup of low-fat cottage cheese with 1/2 cup peach slices.
2.  1/2 banana smeared with 1/2 tablespoon natural peanut butter and sprinkled with cinnamon.
3.  1/4 avocado smeared on 1 slice of whole-wheat bread, sprinkled with sea salt.
4.  30 pistachios, shelled, or 45 edamame in pods.

Winter Has Arrived!!! - January 19, 2012

Well winter has finally arrived!  Of course the changes in seasons are beautiful, but winter can be detrimental to your health if you aren't careful.  Today I wanted to pass on some good tips to help you avoid being a victim of mother nature's icy sidewalks, stairs, roads, and parking lots, and how to lessen your injuries if your do fall.

Most importantly, always expect the unexpected.  Just because the pavement only looks wet, doesn't mean that there couldn't actually be ice hiding in plain sight!  As long as you are careful and aware of your surroundings you will help to lessen your chances of falling.  Also, take your time when you are walking outside where it is wet,or anywhere inside where the wet has unfortunately followed, especially on tile type floors.

It may sound silly, but there really is a proper way to fall.  Knowing how to fall is a very important lesson to learn so you can minimize your injuries from the fall.  First of all, always keep your head up.  You never want your head to come in contact with the ground.  It is much better to bruise your arms than your head!  If you are falling forward, slap your palms on the ground as you fall, but make sure not to absorb your weight with your wrists as that can lead to serious injuries for your wrist, and never lock your elbows.  If you are falling from a height it is important to roll as you hit the ground.  This will actually distribute the impact of the fall and will lessen the chances of a serious injury in one spot.  Lastly, if you are falling backwards resist the urge to stick your hands down to break your fall.  Again this will only cause undue injury to your wrists.  You should actually try to bend your knees and squat as you're falling, and  if you can curl your back this will allow you to roll on your back which will help disperse the impact and lessen the injury.

Why Not Give Your Body a Fresh Start in the New Year - January 12, 2012

A new year is a chance to start over, to change things, do things differently, and a good time to purify your body to start the new year out with your body at its best. I was reading through the Health Alert newsletter we received here and the its first article discussed doing just that, a new year's purification cleanse.  It started asking the question, how would you like to lose 10-20 pounds in three weeks and decrease or even lose the bags under your eyes without surgery?  Well I don't know about you but I can't think of anyone that would be opposed to those kind of results.  Most importantly though you would be detoxifying your body giving it a chance to get rid of the toxins and chemicals in your body and start fresh with healthy foods.

Did you know there are 80,000 toxins, chemicals, and poisons registered with the Center for Disease Control?  That is an amazingly large amount and most of the time we don't even realize what we are encountering in the air, or ingesting and just how bad it is for us!  Our bodies naturally detoxify themselves, but after awhile your detoxification system gets sluggish and this is when we begin to suffer the side effects such as headaches, weight gain, chronic fatigue, poor digestion, and many more.  At this point it is important to give our bodies some help with the detoxification process.

Everyone knows there are many different products out there that claim to be detoxification programs, but not all are effective, they are all expensive, and some end up adding high-doses of synthetic nutrients into your body.  The Standard Process Purification Program, provides whole-food phytonutrients that truly work with your system to detoxify, and it has been scientifically tested and proven to help detox, lose weight, and help you on your way to a healthier you.  For more information regarding this program, stop into the office and pick up an informational pamphlet about the program, or set up and appointment to discuss this programs and its benefits with Dr. Chris.

Tips to Fight the Aging Process - January 5, 2012

In keeping with the new year and resolutions to work on improving our health and wellness I wanted to share some daily anti-aging tips with you.  As everyone knows, everyday your skin gets older but it doesn't have to look older!  By utilizing these 5 tips, everyone can enjoy healthier younger looking skin.

    1.  Hydration - Remember to drink plenty of water  throughout the day to keep you hydrated so that your cells can function properly and regenerate.

    2.  Fruits and Veggies - The phytonutrients in fruits and vegetables are essential for our body's health and overall wellness, so make sure you eat plenty of fruits and vegetables everyday.

    3.  Rest - Everyone knows that rest is necessary for your body to be function properly and be healthy.   Recently I read that the best way to figure out how much sleep your body needs is to think about when you fall asleep naturally and then wake up without an alarm clock.  That is a good indication of the hours of rest your body needs to run at its best.

    4.  Interaction - Studies have shown that it is beneficial for person to take time to spend with their friends or  loved ones.  This interaction helps socially and boosts your mental health.

    5.  Moving - Exercise is a key to living a long life.  Even if it is a short walk around the block, walking up a flight of stairs or any activity will help your body to avoid getting stiff, and exercising releases endorphins which help to improve your mood.  So next time you get up and take a walk on your lunch hour, remember you are not only helping your body physically but mentally also!

Would you like a Coke with that? - December 30, 2011

Can you believe that in a few days it will be 2012?  It seems like 2011 just began and now its ending, and I don't know about you but my New Year's resolution was to lose weight and become healthier and as I look at myself in the mirror the image I see is not the one I wanted!  So again this year my resolution will be to lose weight and become healthier overall, both mentally and physically.  One important thing I have recently learned, is that its important to not only watch what we eat but also what we drink.  Here are some tips to help stick with your goals for a healthier lifestyle:

    1. Avoid drinking beverages that have large amounts of calories and sugar.  Also try to avoid sodas, sports                  drinks, juices, and fruit drinks which contain artificial dyes, flavorings, and other ingredients that your body just         simply does not need.

    2. When drinking coffee or tea, replace cream or creamers with nonfat milk.
    3.  Craving a fizzy drink?  Try adding a splash of juice or lemon slices to sparkling water, but be careful to get a          sparking water with no or low sodium.
    4.  When ordering out, order the smallest size beverage available.
    5.  Reusing plastic water bottles can actually cause a bacterial growth to form.  If you have to buy bottled                  water, transfer it into a glass, a pitcher, or a stainless steel water bottle to avoid the potential of bacteria                   growing. 

Of course an important step in becoming healthier or maintaining good health is getting regular chiropractic adjustments. 

Stress and Our Health

With the holidays upon us it is important to take a moment to step back and enjoy them, and life in general.  As a whole our society is always on the go, and thanks to wonderful technological advances we are able to do or find out just about anything at the drop of a hat, but it is this way of life that can be detrimental to your health and well-being.  Especially at the holidays everyone gets so busy preparing to celebrate that they forget to take the time to just enjoy the season, or for others the holidays cause an explosion of good and bad memories which tend to send our moods on a roller coaster ride!  It is important to remember that you need to live every day to its fullest, but that doesn't mean you have to be on the go constantly to get the most out of the day.  Simply sitting down looking out a window at the snow that is usually falling on us in December, or reaching out to a friend or loved one that you haven't been as connected to is a good way to slow down and fully enjoy the day.

Here are some tips to avoid letting the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and life get you down or stressed out.  First it is important to start out by planning your day.  Take five minutes when you wake up to sit and relax and create a to do list for the day.  This will un-clutter your life and it will be satisfying to you as you go through the day crossing off items on your list.  That sense of accomplishment will also help to boost your mood.

Another important and often overlooked asset to improving your day is the sound of music.  Music invokes so many emotions and memories, so turn on a favorite cd or radio station while accomplishing your to do list and the time will go by much more enjoyably.  In addition, music can be a wonderful way to motivate you while exercising.  Exercising even for short periods of time will get your body working in a positive direction to improve your physical and mental health, and will actually improve your energy levels.  Of course eating right and maintaining healthy snacks throughout the day will also improve your overall health and positively affect your mood.

Lastly, it is important to remember that sometimes a simple act of kindness towards a friend, loved one, co-worker, or even a stranger may dramatically affect that person's day and life.  It is impossible to know what is going on with the sullen cashier at the grocery store, but a simple genuine thank you to them after you have bought your groceries may show that person that there are people out there that care about them, even though currently they don't feel that there are.  Just remember it is the little things in life that matter, and they are truly priceless.

Migraines are not your typical headache - July 21, 2011

Migraines differ from other headaches because they occur in phases. The painful phase of a migraine is almost always associated with other bodily symptoms. Common triggers for a migraine include: Environmental chemicals, Liver problems, Rapid change in hormone levels, Dental pain, Certain foods (cured meats, red wine), Medical conditions (depression, severe hypertension), Medications, Changes in weather, Lack of sleep, and stress.

These are some ideas doctors have for possible triggers of migraine headaches but the specific causes remain elusive. It is believed that vascular changes in the brain  are responsible for the pain. Researchers have noted blood vessel contraction and dilations in the brain just prior to migraine occurrence. There are four phases involved with a migraine: prodrome, aura, headache and postdrome.

Prodrome - most migraines are preceded by a phase which may cause depression, food cravings, neck stiffness, nausea, hyperactivity or fatigue in the days preceding the actual headache.

Aura - This is a collection of neurological symptoms that usually involve a person's visual experience. Flashing or wavy lights, strange smells, tingling sensations and cognitive difficulties. Only about 20% of patients with migraines experience aura symptoms.

Headache - Moderate to intense pain with a pulsating quality that lasts 4-72 hours. May be aggravated by loud noise or bright lights. Nausea or vomiting, depression/anxiety, hot flashes and chills, dizziness, confusion, dehydration or fluid retention.

Postdrome - Pain has usually subsided by this point but sometimes a person may experience lasting depression, fatigue or poor concentration.

Migraines tend to respond well to peace and quiet. Many studies have shown that chiropractic is a very effective tool to treat migraines. Sometimes it is immediate relief but most cases require ongoing care to manage painful episodes.

This is more than a headache! This is something more neurological it seems but because our bodies are all connected through nervous system, having regular adjustments can alleviate areas that are causing stress to your body.

GERD and the Purple Pills - June 16, 2011

Everyone has seen them, the commercials and print ads for acid-reflux medication. The purple pill... what do we really know about it?  I want to share some really interesting information with you about your digestive process and what these medications do to that process. Most often doctors will treat people with acid reflux, gas/bloating and other digestive issues by prescribing a pill that suppresses the acid production in your stomach or neutralizes it. The concern is that many people that have these symptoms are not suffering from too much acid but not enough.

The function of your stomach acid is to digest protein. So if someone's stomach isn't producing enough acid and they eat a piece of chicken or other meat, it hits the stomach and needs that hydrochloric acid to break it down, instead it sits there and begins to putrefy, creating acid and gases (not the good kind). Now this person will likely exhibit symptoms - a sour stomach, belching or even acid reflux.  This all happened because they didn't have enough acid to begin with.

It's important to have adequate amounts of stomach acid because it triggers the upper sphincter of the stomach to close when you eat to prevent any acid or food from going up into the esophagus. If you don't have enough acid, not only will you be unable to digest the protein properly but that sphincter will not be triggered to close tightly enough and acid reflux could occur. Low stomach acid also causes the lower stomach sphincter to stay closed, which leads to the feeling of being overly full because the stomach isn't emptying properly.

So if we are all taking acid suppressors we could be exacerbating the problems and causing more issues. There are many things that can be done to help eliminate stomach problems such as these and most of them don't include taking a purple pill. If you want more information on this topic you can read the rest of the article in the July/August issue of To Your Health in our lobby!

I hope everyone is well as we move through the month toward summer!

Is Chiropractic Scientific? - June 9, 2011

Is it at Memorial Day weekend that most people really feel summer has begun regardless of the summer solstice? I think it's the unofficial first day of summer anyway. I had a wonderful weekend and hope that all of you did as well. Remember that keeping up on your adjustments can help to make your summer activities that much more enjoyable by keeping your body in alignment!

If you missed Dr. Chris' talk on Total Health keep your eyes on our lobby slideshow coming up because it will be covering some similar information, not all of it mind you, but we want you to be aware of our goals in your health care at this office.

So here is a question for you, is Chiropractic scientific? I've heard some people mention that medical doctor's are real doctors. I wonder where that misconception comes from? Is it because there is no blood, needles or invasive procedures during an adjustment that some people believe chiropractors are not real doctors? Clearly we all know that chiropractors require as much or sometimes more schooling as medical doctors, the specialty is simply different. I assure you Dr. Chris knows just as much about the biology of the human body as a medical doctor. The difference I see, is that Dr. Chris sees you as a whole not broken down into symptoms or areas (heart, lungs, bones, muscles etc.) He knows that your body is a series of systems not single parts functioning independently. His goal is to get rid of interference in the communication between all the systems.

This ties in with his recent talk on Total Health. So many medical doctors are trained so specifically they tend not to view how their treatment of your heart issue, for example,  might affect another area of your body. So please know that we are not just interested in getting you in and out for a monthly adjustment but to get to the bottom of why certain areas need to be adjusted in the first place and focus there.

We encourage questions on this matter, so please stop in, call or write back here. We are interested in your input and opinion. Have a great week!

TV and Depression - May 26 2011

I found an interesting article on how TV can affect depression levels in children and teenagers. It is directly related to the number of hours spent watching TV daily. The study showed that it was TV specifically not just media in general. So while it's important to limit media exposure including video games, internet, movies and TV altogether it was the TV watching that seemed to be most tied in with the depression.

Now the article didn't specify any research or thoughts on why this is but I'll share some of my opinions. Think about what the purpose of TV is, most use it as some form of escape from their life. Well if life was good then why escape from it for one. Two, depending upon what is being watched many shows portray a false reality (especially it seems, the "reality" shows). Everyone is beautiful, everyone has everything they want, it often glorifies bad situations to seem glamorous. Then this child has to wake up and go to the same school with the same clothes they had in their closet the day before and the same people. While these things shouldn't be bad, the constant barrage of "You need more, You have to have this to be happy, You aren't this smart or this pretty", will wear anyone down after awhile.

I don't think TV is bad, fullstop, but I do believe most of what is on is pretty worthless. I believe if TV is a staple in a family then it could be tempered with genuine interaction and loving situations and words from adults then perhaps depression wouldn't have an opportunity to get in. If a child knows the truth about themselves and understands that TV doesn't show reality it would probably be less interesting to them anyway!

I'm curious your thoughts on this as well, since this was mostly all my opinion anyway! I encourage you to write me back and share!

Back Surgery: The Best Option? - May 19, 2011

I found a really interesting article to share with you today. It addresses back surgery; cost, effectiveness and alternatives.  There is a lot of information covered in this article so I won't be addressing all of it here. So research suggests that 500,000+ disk surgeries are performed annually in the US. This is about 40% higher than any other country. It shows that back surgery rates increased with the per capita supply of orthopedic and neurosurgeons. In other words the more back surgeons there are the more back surgeries tend to take place. The question is whether they're necessary surgeries or could have been avoided.

There is a lot of research that shows back surgery to be relatively ineffective in attaining it's goal of patient recovery and relief from back pain (especially when the cost in taken into account as well - surgeries running anywhere from $24,000-$81,000). In 2010 records from 1500 patients were reviewed who had a diagnosis of disc degeneration, disc herniation or tingling of the extremities caused by nerve conditions. Half the patients had surgery to fuse two or more vertebrae in hopes of resolving the pain. The other half didn't have surgery though their diagnosis was the same or comparable. After two years only 26% of the patients who had surgery had returned to work while 67% of the non-surgery patients returned. Of the lumbar fusion patients, 36% had complications and 27% had to have another surgery. Permanent disability rates were 11% for those who had surgery, compared to 2% for those who did not have surgery. There was a 41% increase in the use of pain killers and 76% of the surgery patients continued the use of opioids (morphine) after their surgery.

What could possibly be an alternative!? Well chiropractic of course. In fact it has been shown that chiropractic care is the most effective, safest and affordable treatment for back pain. The Agency for Health Care Policy and Research concluded that "spinal manipulative therapy is the most effective and cost-effective treatment for acute low back pain".  So now we just wait for everyone else in the world to figure out what we already know. Or maybe we could start by telling our friends and family. Really let them know how chiropractic has helped you. Your testimony speaks volumes because no one can argue against your own personal experience. Whether they agree with chiropractic or not.

As I said there is way more information in this article and I encourage everyone to check it out. It's in the June issue of To Your Health. I hope everyone is having a great week!

Naturally reducing inflammation after injury - May 12, 2011

Sometimes it seems that after a winter of not being as active as we'd like, as soon as the weather shifts we rush outside and pick up our "summer" activities as though 6 or 7 months hadn't passed.  This can result in some strains, soreness or pain in your body.  The body's natural response to injury like this is inflammation. When a muscle, tendon or ligament is damaged the area tends to lose function and become inflamed and painful. Though painful, this is a really important part of the body's healing process. It limits further damage by restricting movement in the injured area and starts tissue repair and reconstruction.

The first 72 hours following an injury, it's recommended to rest and elevate the damaged area, applying ice intermittently for 10-15 minutes at a time. This helps to reduce the pain of inflammation and keeps the recovery time to a minimum. Chiropractic treatments also aid in faster injury recovery. There are three main parts in repairing and rehabilitating injured tissue.

1. Consuming appropriate nutrients to help support the body's response to the inflammation

2. Rebuilding damaged connective tissue, such as ligaments, tendons and joint cartilage.

3. Relaxing the soft tissue area where the injury occurred.

Two very important nutrients to help deal with inflammation are the fatty acids omega-6 and omega-3. These are not produced by your body so you must get them from your diet - this is why they're called essential fats. Some foods rich in these fatty acids include:

-fish and shellfish

-flaxseed (linseed) oil and canola oil

-hemp oil and soya oil

-pumpkin and sunflower seeds

-leafy veggies

-walnuts

Also there are some enzymes in citrus fruits called bioflavinoids that can help to minimize the effects of pain and swelling. 

If you are interested in knowing more about how to reduce inflammation and help your body's healing process by nutrition and rest, ask me for the handout I have here at the office.

Iron: it may be minor but it's still important - May 5, 2011

I think everyone has heard about iron deficiency or anemia. I didn't really know what role iron plays in our bodies and why a deficiency is a negative thing. So I'll just share a little information with you about it. Iron is considered a minor trace mineral, which means that we require less than 100 milligrams a day. The recommended allowance for iron in an adult male (19-50) is 8mg, for women in the same age group it's 18mg.  Even though our bodies don't require a large amount of iron daily here is why it's important to have it: iron participates in functions like metabolism, DNA synthesis, growth, healing, immune function and reproduction. Iron is also found in the blood in two proteins that transport oxygen. So if you lack the proper amounts of iron, your blood will not be moving oxygen properly. Iron is shown to be an important contributor to athletic performance, as it's difficult to run a marathon when your muscles are getting inadequate oxygen.

Because iron helps transport oxygen in blood a major sign of iron deficiency is fatigue. If your muscles aren't getting enough oxygen you will be very tired. People most likely to watch for iron deficiency are long distance runners, women with heavy menstruation or who have just had a baby and people who frequently donate blood.  Some other symptoms that are attributed to iron deficiency are pallor (pale skin), brittle or grooved nails, hair loss, irritability and weakness. The good news is that iron is easily found in most foods so it's not difficult to make sure you are getting your daily intake of iron. Most people will not need an iron supplement because it is also important not to have too high an iron intake. Just make a burger or some tuna salad, have some eggs with the yolk or eat some dried fruit. All of these things contain iron and will easily get you to your suggested iron allowance each day. Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy!

I hope everyone is having a great week! Take care and don't forget to call and RSVP for the talk on May 17th at 6:30!

Ciao!

Karla H.

Roscoe Chiropractic Centre