The Bookends of Fitness
At the start of a brand new year, “fitness” is the buzzword. Every year millions of people begin exercise programs with the goal of getting themselves back into shape. The 100 Year Lifestyle model incorporates an acronym into the buzzword: FitNESS. It stands for Neurology, Nutrition, Endurance, Strength and Structure. To ensure that your fitness […]
Vegas vs. Vagus
It’s fun to say, “What Happens in Vegas Stays in Vegas” but when it comes to your “vagus nerve”, just the opposite is true. What happens in your vagus nerve affects your entire body. The vagus nerve is one of the most widespread nerves in your body. It provides the parasympathetic nerve supply to your […]
Lifetime Care Study Reveals
In a new pilot study performed by the Life University Research Department, Dr. Eric Plasker and The Family Practice, the data suggests very promising results relating to quality of life and length of time under chiropractic care. Eleven clinics and more than 100 patients ranging from one to three years under care to more than […]
Healthier Pregnancy, Healthier Life
New longevity research declares that babies born today could routinely live to 100-120 years and beyond. Parents need to know how their lifestyle will affect their baby today, tomorrow and for a lifetime. It’s wise for pregnant moms to reduce and avoid stress. Stress affects longevity by shortening telomeres, the caps on chromosomes. They are […]
The Nerve of Spring
Spring is just around the corner. Do you have the nerve for it? The sunshine and warmer weather can be strong motivators for people to go out and play. They bring the benefits of natural Vitamin D, fresh air, longer days and the potential to do more. It can also offer changes to your fitness […]
Spring Sports Injuries
Spring is here and sports injuries, many of which can be prevented, can ruin your season and keep you off the field. The issues surrounding head injuries, including concussions, have never been a part of mainstream conversation more than right now. As we begin the Spring sports season, concussions and neck injuries are being reported […]
How Stress is Affecting You
April is National Stress Awareness Month. Have you ever wondered why stress affects everyone differently? How is stress affecting you? It is well documented that high levels of stress can contribute to heart disease, cancer, headaches, ulcers, backaches and nearly every condition known to mankind. How can stress cause so many unique problems in different […]
Lifetime Effects of Birth Trauma
Birth Trauma May Occur Frequently Traumatic Birth Syndromes are more common than you might think. A German medical researcher discovered that over 80% of the infants that he examined shortly after birth were suffering from injuries to the cervical spine, the neck, causing all types of health problems. Believe it or not, there are 44 […]
If You Had 24 Hours to Live
What if you were told that you only had 24 hours left to live? Once the shock wore off you would urgently pursue, do and handle everything that was important to you in your life. Would you prepare or acknowledge your most important relationships? Would you do something exciting like parachute from an airplane? Would […]
Mastering Personal Change
Are there things in your life that you know you need to change? Is it your health, your priorities, your habits or the dynamics of your relationships? How long have you known that you needed to make these changes? Has it been a day, a month, a decade or longer? Here’s an important thought to […]