Affirmations

 

AFFIRMATIONS Knowing WHO you are is so important.  Children learn the most from their parents the first 10 years or so and after that they are VERY influenced by their peers.  I would highly recommend setting a good foundation so that when those peers, who can be very cruel sometimes, they know that what they are saying is probably not accurate.  They know you love them, and you are a safe place to fall. I highly recommend telling yourself affirmations as well.  Remember to be kind to yourself today. :)

Vitamin C  Vitamin C is a great immune boosting vitamin.  It is also REALLY good at healing connective tissue issues such as hemorrhoids and injuries.  Vitamin C is a sweet vitamin in a lot of sweet and sour fruits.   Buffered C Capsules This supplement is a capsule that is great to help boost your immune system.  I do prescribe this for hemorrhoids or varicose veins as well.  These are safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

New Year's Resolutions

 

NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS Most people decide on January 1st they are going to take on tackling exercise and "dieting".  What usually happens is people start out full force and lift weights that are too heavy, they do too many reps, they eat such little amount of food they are starving, and they become SORE and HUNGRY and CRABBY.   Does this sound like you?   If you have started and you are sore, try backing off a little bit.  Try starting slower.  Don't compare yourself to the people in the video or at the gym.  They have been doing this for a while OR they are doing things the wrong way anyways.   If you aren't eating enough food, then I would suggest eating MORE FOOD but make sure it is nutritious food.  Your body NEEDS fuel ESPECIALLY if you are exercising more.  And don't forget WATER! And remember it takes time and patience to get to the body you are hoping for.  Just keep swimming ;)

Epsom It Lotion In our house we call this lotion the "MAGIC LOTION".  At first, we used it for the leg pain the kids would get at night and it worked wonders.  But I also know this lotion is amazing when you use it after a workout and it keeps you from being super sore.  Soft Tissue Support Pack This pack of supplements are great for sore muscles.  It is also great after an injury to help support the body with healing.  Post motor vehicle accidents, post knee injuries, sprain/strains, etc.

Progress is the key

 

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PROGRESS Perfection is something that is completely unachievable although so many of us are trying to achieve the impossible on a daily basis.  We don't allow ourselves to make mistakes without the internal criticism.   Progress is a MUCH MORE achievable goal.  Every day, every minute is a chance to start over and try again.  If we can see our efforts are improving over time that is great progress.   Let's try to strive for our own PR's (personal records) and crush each day as a chance for improvement.

CitraNOX CitraNOX is a great supplement to help with blood flow.  This supplement I prescribe for erectile dysfunction.   CM Core CM Core is a supplement that I prescribe for pre-diabetic patients.  This supplement also works well for PCOS patients as well.

Workouts

 

WORKOUTS I know that "workouts" can seem daunting for most people.  The thing is you just need to move.  Things in motion tend to stay in motion.  When you think you aren't doing enough just going for a walk you needd to tell yourself that you are LAPPING everyone on the couch.   Consistency is more important than each individual workout.  So if you are consistently working out 3-4 days per week you WILL see results.  Just like getting adjusted more often you see greater results faster. What you do EVERYDAY matters more than what you do once in a while.

ViraKid ViraKid is an anti-viral supplement for kids!  This supplement is best taken at the first signs of a virus.  So when your kids is telling you that they have a dry or sore throat or a runny nose.  This supplement is chewable with a yummy grape flavor.  (This supplement can also be taken daily to help boost your immune system.) D-Hist Jr This supplement is for kids (or adults that need a chewable supplement).  D-Hist Jr helps to thin out mucus so that sinuses and ears can drain easier.  For this reason I prescribe this for children with ear infections.  This supplement is also great for seasonal and pet allergies.   This supplement is chewable with a lemony flavor.

No Stinkin' Thinkin'

 

POSITIVE THINKING No stinkin' thinkin'!  The narrative that we say to ourselves all day long is the voice we hear from the most.  What is your narrative?  Are you a bully to yourself?  Would you say the same things to a friend?  I can't tell you how much positive thinking will change your life.  Let's work on checking ourselves.  If we hear ourselves speaking negatively to ourselves STOP what you are doing and reframe it.   Example:  Change "I can't lose weight" to " I am working on losing weight.  It takes one day at a time."  Let's vow to be a better friend to ourselves!

Massage Hook The massage hook is an amazing way to massage tight knots in your back by yourself.  It hooks over your shoulder and you push forward on the stick end.  If you, or someone you love needs to relieve some tension in her upper back and shoulders this is a great item to have.  Also makes a great Holiday gift for someone who has everything.   Moist Heat Pack Moist heat is a great way to alleviate discomfort in most muscular aches and pains.  This reusable, microwaveable product is something our family fights over.   Moist heat does a better job with our muscles because it doesn't allow the muscles to dry out.  Regular heat pack dehydrates the muscles.  Every home should have one of these.

Eat less CRAP. Eat more FOOD.

 

EATING HEALTHY We are IMMERSED in unhealthy eating all around us.  Especially during the holidays.  My challenge to you is to find balance.  Eat MOST of your meals with healthy whole foods and indulge during special meals.   Meals shared with family and friends are even MORE important than the food you are putting in your body.  Have a safe, healthy holiday season!  Schedule An Appointment

Vitamin D3 with K2 We are now getting into the winter months when most of us are NOT exposed to the sun as much as our body needs.  Vitamin D3 will help to replenish our D supply.  The K2 helps with bone health.  It is a win-win!   This product can also be taken by infants and up.

Sinus Headaches

 

Sinus Headaches A sinus headache is a headache caused by pressure or congestion in your sinuses.   Symptoms of a sinus headache may include:  1. Pressure in the forehead, cheeks, and/or around the eyes 2. Runny nose 3. Nasal congestion  4. Pounding headache (especially when bending forward) 5. Fever Sinus headaches can be caused by an illness or from allergies so it's important to know what the cause is in order to treat most of the time.

Sinatrol Sinatrol is an AMAZING supplement that does a great job at draining your sinuses.  This is a great product to keep on hand for any time you are dealing with sinus congestion whether it is from allergies or an illness.  This product is NOT to be used by pregnant women.  D-Hist Jr D-Hist Jr works WONDERS for my young patients to help drain sinuses.  This is one of my top selling products for kids because of all of the ear infection kids I see.  It has a great taste that most kids love.