The Five (5) Factors of Health: I would like to present to you five very important factors of a health life from a chiropractic perspective. They are not in any particular order. We can probably come up with more categories. Many, however, would be sub-categories which would fall under the main five.
*Number One: Nutrition. You are what you eat, or so you've heard. But there is truth to this infamous expression. Everything you decide to eat is converted to living tissue, or it is discarded. So yes, what you eat is extremely important. The body needs proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals. There is a lot of good material out there and counselors. Take advantage and just start with the basics.
*Number Two: Exercise. Our bodies are composed of living things. Movement and motion are key principles to life. Our bodies are designed to work and to work hard. It has the inherent or innate capacity to adapt and to heal. We need to exercise. Exercise keeps the juices moving. It enhances our circulation, immune system, aids digestion, improves sleep, and so on. Make it simple - a 10 minute walk done on a consistent basis will do wonders. Exercising can be anything from weightlifting to tai chi.
*Number three: Rest. Sleep and relaxation. We all need it. Our bodies need to recuperate. Tissues and cells need to be maintained and repaired. It's during sleep that our bodies get the chance they need to repair and revitalize.
*Number Four: A Positive Mental Attitude. This is more important than most people know. Believe me, I know it's a challenge to stay positive, especially since life is busy and stressful at times. Our thoughts are much more powerful than you can imagine. There are books written and studies being done that show how thought affects body chemistry. That means that our cells are affected in a positive way by powerful positive loving thoughts. WOW! Powerful stuff. Some of you may have a problem with this concept. Here's a daily example. Have you ever been embarrassed? What happens? Our face may tend to turn red and we blush. An obvious example of cell biology changing with thoughts.
*Number Five: Chiropractic. You knew I had to add chiropractic to the list. It's NOT about your back; it's about your LIFE! Chiropractic will keep your nervous system free from interference. A good nerve supply will not only keep the body working better, but it will also increase the benefits that you receive from all of the other health raising activities listed above!
Dr. Scott P. Timpanelli
http://www.timpanellichiropractic.com 864-386-8316
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Saturday, June 09, 2007
Emotional, Chemical, Physical . . . . .
These are the three types of stress that cause vertebral subluxations. They are written in order of the most frequent to the least frequent amounts/types of stress that we are exposed to. While the amounts of each may vary from person to person, there are probably hundreds in each category that we are exposed to daily.
Most people can understand how physical trauma can cause spinal problems, but often overlook the other two. How many times have you had a health challenge and when you really thought about, you think "But, I didn't do anything physical to cause it!"? This is because physical stresses are the least common causes of subluxations.
If we were to take a moment to think now about all of the chemicals we place into our bodies from the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the foods we eat, it would frighten us. Now add to that the emotional stress of daily life - our jobs, finances, family and friends. Emotional stresses are the most common cause of subluxations!
The human body is truly amazing! The fact that we can experience these stresses and live long productive lives is wonderful. But since you are alive and have a spine there is no way that you cannot be exposed to these daily stresses. This is why it is absolutely necessary to get your spine checked for vertebral subluxations on a regular basis. While we cannot get rid of stress, we can reduce the impact it can have on you.
Getting your spine checked and adjusted regularly will BUILD power in your nervous system.And a more powerful nervous system increases the power of your BODY and LIFE!
These are the three types of stress that cause vertebral subluxations. They are written in order of the most frequent to the least frequent amounts/types of stress that we are exposed to. While the amounts of each may vary from person to person, there are probably hundreds in each category that we are exposed to daily.
Most people can understand how physical trauma can cause spinal problems, but often overlook the other two. How many times have you had a health challenge and when you really thought about, you think "But, I didn't do anything physical to cause it!"? This is because physical stresses are the least common causes of subluxations.
If we were to take a moment to think now about all of the chemicals we place into our bodies from the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the foods we eat, it would frighten us. Now add to that the emotional stress of daily life - our jobs, finances, family and friends. Emotional stresses are the most common cause of subluxations!
The human body is truly amazing! The fact that we can experience these stresses and live long productive lives is wonderful. But since you are alive and have a spine there is no way that you cannot be exposed to these daily stresses. This is why it is absolutely necessary to get your spine checked for vertebral subluxations on a regular basis. While we cannot get rid of stress, we can reduce the impact it can have on you.
Getting your spine checked and adjusted regularly will BUILD power in your nervous system.And a more powerful nervous system increases the power of your BODY and LIFE!
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