The Link Between Protein and Weight Loss

Here is a link to a fantastic bit of information about protein intake and weight loss. I first saw it posted on our local crossfit website. It very clearly defines and summarizes the 3 major categories that food falls into and how eating a high protein, low refined carb diet can be beneficial. http://www.crossfitanaerobicinc.com.
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Another Testimonial From Sarah

I woke up this morning at 5am to run 5 miles. Now don't get me wrong, I am no stellar runner; it took me 58 minutes to run those 5 miles. I felt good about completing the run, buy my body told me that I was overdue for an adjustment. I felt tight, compact, and stiff in my back and neck and I could tell that it caused me to run less fluid than usual. Something had to be done.
At lunchtime I went to my favorite chiropractor for an adjustment. I know I am bias, since my chiropractor is my husband, but he is the only one I have ever been to and I am partial to his adjustments. Plus, I always know I am going to get the best adjustment. As I hop onto the adjustment table I am still feeling tight and stiff and I know I am not quite 100%. After his adjustment routine I stand up and immediately notice that I am breathing easier. I am standing taller (which is great when you are only 5'3"), I feel looser and more fluid in my movements, and my steps feel lighter. Yep, Just what I needed to get back to 100%
Now I am ready for that 5K run on Saturday.
Sarah Shanks
7/14/10

My wife, Sarah, just gave me this awesome testimonial.

Being a wife of a chiropractor, adjustments are a part of my life. Just like sleeping, breathing, and eating, regular adjustments play a huge role in my overall health, happiness, and activity level. I notice when I slip up and do not get adjusted on a regular basis; it is just like if I don't sleep well for a few nights in a row, or if I don't eat right and over-indulge in sweets. It starts to take a toll.
Since I have a chiropractor right at my fingertips, it seems rather strange for me to say, "I sometimes miss getting my regular adjustment", but it is true; I occasionally miss them. I have to schedule them in my calendar just like I do for exercising, household chores, and my son's activities. Otherwise I tend to fall behind.
When I go too long without an adjustment I start finding myself "pinched" in little places in my back or neck that I don't usually feel. I may also start to notice that while running or exercising, my breathing is a little more shallow than normal. When I notice these things, I know that I have waited too long and I am overdue for an adjustment. Unfortunately, when I wait too long, it sometimes takes 2 or 3 adjustments in a row before I get back to normal. I am quickly reminded again to write it on my planner and get adjusted on a regular basis, because it sure is better to always be feeling 100%.
Sarah Shanks

New Article Discusses How to Avoid Back Pain and Neck Pain

This new article discusses the common contributing factors in people who experience back and neck pain. It does a good job of addressing issues such as nutrition, diet, and exercise, and gives some very helpful tips on what you can do to keep yourself healthy. Go to www.thefixchiro.com and click on the "Articles" tab to read the full text.

New Study Shows That the United States Has the Worst Health Care.

A recent study showed that the United States ranks lasts among industrialized nations in quality of health care. Go to my website www.thefixchiro.com and click on the articles tab at the top for a review and access to the full text of the study.

A Recently Published Study Shows the Effectiveness of Chiropractic Care for Back Pain.

A recently published article in the Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine found that many people who use chiropractic and other forms of alternative medicine for treatment of back pain find benefit from the services. For a review of the article: go to MedicalNewsToday, or for the full text, go to: JABFM.

Help Yourself! Health Topics Workshop Series

Health Related Workshops

I am giving a series of health related workshops covering topics such as sciatica, headaches, carpal tunnel syndrome, low back pain, and neck pain. Each workshop will about 20 minutes long and will discuss common causes and treatments, as well as demonstrations of some things you can do on your own to help. I will also be allowing a question and answer period where people can get questions about their specific problems answered. Check out our website at www.thefixchiro.com for complete details and a schedule of topics. No cost, No Obligation, Refreshments provided.