Tuesday, March 18, 2025

10 signs of Dehydration

 

DIURETICS
There are so many activities we do every single day that leaches water OUT of our system.  When we sweat during a workout.  When we breath.  When we eat certain foods.  Little do we realize that when we are drinking liquids we can also be LOSING water because of their diuretic properties.  Alcohol and caffeinated beverages are the worst.  Our body NEEDS water.  So, if you partake in some of these liquids, then you need to make sure you are drinking extra water to replenish what it has lost.  AND NO... the water in caffeinated coffee does not count.   

Drink Water
Drinking water is one of the most important activities we do during each day.  It is said that you should consume HALF your body weight in ounces per day, and 8 more ounces for every hour you exercise. 
If you find it hard to drink water by itself, spice it up a bit by adding a little bit of juice.  My favorite are cranberry and grape.  They taste yummy super watered down.  I avoid the fake sugar drops that you can add to water.  Stur makes a great natural water enhancer.  
10 Signs of Dehydration
1. Excessive fatigue
2. Dark colored urine
3. Light headedness
4. Increased heart rate
5. Muscle cramps
6. Constipation
7. Dry mouth and lips
8. Headaches
9. Dry Skin
10. Bad breath

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Tension Headaches

 

TENSION HEADACHES
Tension headaches are headaches that usually show up at the end of the day, and you feel the pain in her neck and bilateral to your temples and forehead.  They are the most common headache I treat in my office with great results.  They can be uncomfortable but not usually severe.  Many times they are caused by subluxations in your neck (which I treat) and tight muscles.  
If this sounds like you, please, please, please schedule an appointment.  You don't need to feel this way.  Although it is common, it is NOT normal. 

Massage Hook
You can use your very own massage hook to massage the tension out of your upper back, shoulders and neck to help release the tension that causes some headaches.  
Moist Heat Pack
Moist heat can be VERY soothing for tension headaches.  We ALWAYS want to use moist heat because it helps to keep moisture in your muscles.  Dry muscles cause more pain.

Friday, February 21, 2025

Breech babies... why Chiropractic might be your solution.

 

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

OUCH! Gas pains are rough.

 

GAS PAINS
There are few things more horrible than listening to your baby cry.  One reason babies cry is due to gas pains.  Here are a few ideas to try:
1.  Probiotics, probiotics, probiotics!  I would highly recommend FloraBoost for infants (see below)
2.  I LOVE YOU abdominal massage.  This is something I teach nearly every parent that brings their baby to see me.  It is such a valuable tool. 
3.  Distractions such as a warm bath or shower. 
4.  Getting your infant adjusted by a TRAINED pediatric chiropractor.  

FloraBoost
Nothing helps to balance good bacteria and bad bacteria in your gut better than a HIGH QUALITY probiotic.  Bad bacteria in your gut can cause gas, bloating, and pain.  This probiotic is inexpensive and amazing.  MANY of my sweet infants patients have done VERY WELL with this supplement. 
InflammaCORE
This is an anti-inflammatory protein powder that is DAIRY FREE!  If you have been suffering with symptoms of inflammation such as joint pain, body aches, fatigue, etc then this is an option for you!  Works great in a smoothie with oat or almond milk. 

Friday, February 14, 2025

Are you struggling with a kid that is a bed-wetter?

 

BED WETTING (aka Nocturnal Enuresis)
Bed wetting is FAR more common in our kids than people talk about.  This is one area that can be a very complicated diagnosis and treatment or can be quite simple.  By the time I see these patients they have usually ruled out all sorts of things, and have tried so many things.  
Chiropractic adjustments, in my office, have helped MANY kids with this issue.  Both boys and girls from 4-16 years of age.  Let me know if you have any questions!  If someone you know is struggling with this in their home please let them know about our office.  

CopaCalm
This product helps to calm your sympathetic nervous system.  Sometimes when we are running stressed all the time it makes it hard to urinate during the day.  It is a liquid and tastes great.  
Reacted Magnesium Powder
This product is so good at helping you get a restful sleep, calming your sympathetic nervous system, and can aid in bowel movements for some.  It is a powder with a great taste. 

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

What should I do for a sore throat?

 

Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Help! My kid has an ear infection!

 

EAR INFECTIONS (aka Otitis Media)
There is nothing worse than when you kids are sick.  It's hard not to feel helpless, but I want to give you ideas on things you can do at home. 
When your kids have stuffy noses or ear infections you should:
1. Avoid dairy and sugar.  These will increase mucus production and cause it to thicken.  
2. Get adjusted !  This will help tremendously to get the sinuses and ears to drain.  
3. For ear pain try Mullein Garlic drops in the ears. 
4. Kids: take D-Hist Jr and ViraKid,  Infants: FloraBoost.  
5. Adults: take Sinatrol.  

ViraKid
ViraKid is a booster of your immune system again viruses.  This works best when taken at first sign of a virus.  
D-Hist Jr
The NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) in this product will thin out mucus which helps the mucus to drain.