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Mar 19 2023

Explore Yor Longevity Potential

Did you know only 20 percent of our longevity potential is genetically determined? The rest is what we do, how we live our lives and increasingly the molecules that we take. It’s not the loss of our DNA that causes aging, it’s the problems in reading the information, the epigenetic noise. David Andrew Sinclair

Longevity potential has many factors — There are many things to improve your longevity potential

Now is the time to Explore Your Longevity Potential! Read this great article by the 100 Year Lifestyle: Explore Your Longevity Potential

I always discuss the importance of the core and it’s a topic of many health professionals. Hare are more reasons you need to work on your core and it’s not just about the muscles: The Core of Your Core- There’s More to it For A Healthy Core

Health Tip of the week: Most people are taking medications to solve problems that are in majority cases caused by their diet and lifestyle.

Recipe of the week: Mastering the Fabulous Frittata

Are You Feeding Your Children Cancer?
“Red #40 may contain the carcinogenic contaminant p-Cresidine and is thought to cause tumors of the

Food additives can be causing cancer in children — Are the food you are feeding your children causing cancer?

immune system,” according to “Rich Food, Poor Food”. “In the UK, it is not recommended for children,” the Caltons write, but it is approved for use in the EU.
If red dye can cause tumors in the immune system, could it be causing the massive increase in immune system diseases we are seeing?
Thoughts?

You have to be your own health advocate. Take a look at these 15 common food additives that we are exposed to every day…
1. Sodium nitrate: Added to processed meats to stop bacterial growth. Linked to cancer in humans. (Worst Offender)
2. Sulfites: Used to keep prepared foods fresh. Can cause breathing difficulties in those sensitive to the ingredient.
3. Azodicarbonamide: Used in bagels and buns. Can cause asthma.
4. Potassium bromate: Added to breads to increase volume. Linked to cancer in humans.
5. Propyl gallate: Added to fat-containing products. Linked to cancer in humans

Toxic ingredients are approved for your foods all the time — The FDA approves toxic food additives that you are consuming!

6. BHA/BHT: A fat preservative, used in foods to extend shelf life. Linked to cancerous tumor growth.
7. Propylene glycol: Better known as antifreeze. Thickens dairy products and salad dressing. Deemed ‘generally’ safe by FDA.
8. Butane: Put in chicken nuggets to keep them tasting fresh. A known carcinogen.
9. Monosodium glutamate (MSG): Flavor enhancer that can cause headaches. Linked in animal studies to nerve damage, heart problems and seizures.
10. Disodium inosinate: In snack foods. Contains MSG.
11. Disodium guanylate: Also used in snack foods, and contains MSG.
12. Enriched flour: Used in many snack foods. A refined starch that is made from toxic ingredients.
13. Recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone (rBGH): Geneticially-engineered version of natural growth hormone in cows. Boosts milk production in cows. Contains high levels of IGF-1, which is thought cause various types of cancer.
14. Refined vegetable oil: Includes soybean oil, corn oil, safflower oil, canola oil, and peanut oil. High in omega-6 fats, which are thought to cause heart disease and cancer.
15. Sodium benzoate: Used as a preservative in salad dressing and carbonated beverages. A known carcinogen and may cause damage our DNA.
Thanks Dr. Mike Gruttadauria for this info!

Lots of research shows the connection of inflammation in the body to many health problems including depression.
Most Americans diets are highly inflammatory, poor gut health and dehydrated. Read More of the article: How inflammation in the body may explain depression in the brain (yahoo.com)

To decrease inflammation, change your lifestyle, take whole food, plant based proteolytic and gut enzymes and watch your health transform.
Check out on my website under services…supplements for all your natural, organic, whole food plant based supplements: www.ChiropractorFreehold.com

Before I go…..
A lot of people say “I hope I never need a chiropractor” … that’s like saying “I hope I never need a dentist.”
Let me tell you something. Everybody needs a chiropractor since birth! Waiting until there is a problem is too late and we are working on more than just pain, but removing pressure from your nervous system so your body functions optimally. Chiropractic helps your longevity potential!

Share chiropractic with others who would like to optimize their health naturally! Share our website and they can schedule right online: www.chiropractorfreehold.com

To Your Health and Wellness
Dr. Russell Brokstein
Hometown Family Wellness Center Where Health is a Lifestyle

Jan 14 2023

Best Chiropractor in Monmouth County NJ 2022 Awarded to Freehold Chiropractor

The Best Chiropractor in Monmouth County NJ for 2022 was awarded to the top rated chiropractor in Freehold, NJ. For the 25th year, the Asbury Park Press held its annual reader’s choice awards. The local paper asks readers to vote for businesses in several categories.

Best Monmouth County NJ Chiropractor — Freehold Chiropractor Awarded the 2022 Best Chiropractor in Monmouth County NJ

Dr. Russell Brokstein received the 2022 honor of Best Chiropractor in Monmouth County. This is the 6h time in the last 7 years that Dr. Brokstein has been honored with this award.
Dr. Brokstein has also been chosen by the National Consumer Advisory Board for the “America’s Best Physicians” directory since 2017, Best Chiropractor in Freehold NJ since 2021 by the Freehold Award’s Program and NJTOPDocs since 2019.

Dr. Brokstein grew up in Freehold, NJ. After graduating Penn State with a BS in Biology he attended Life Chiropractic in Marietta, Georgia. Upon completing his studies, he returned to his hometown to give back to the community and opened Hometown Family Wellness Center over 17 years ago. He strives to educate the public about regaining their health naturally to enjoy normal daily activities and authored the book, “The Next Health Revolution – A Natural Path to Revive Your Health and Maximize Wellness.” Every year he holds the annual holiday food and coat drive, “Baby It’s Cold Outside” to help those in need during the winter season.

Dr. Brokstein says, “I strive to provide a different experience in our office. I value our patients’ time so I will

The Next Health Revolution to take back your health — Dr. Brokstein wanted to help people revive their health with the next health revolution

not overbook appointments. Patients should not be waiting in an office for the appointment they scheduled in advance. I also give the time patients deserve. Each slot is spaced out so there is enough time to perform treatment, show home stretching and exercise and discuss any health and wellness goals. I try to remove all hurdles for patients to receive the care they need by being in as many insurance networks as possible. Health care is getting out of hand and when doctors aren’t in network, it makes care too expensive. I would like to help as many people as possible regain their health and live a long, vibrant, enjoyable lifetime.”

To find out more about Dr. Russell Brokstein and Hometown Family Wellness Center, go to www.ChiropractorFreehold.com

Feb 07 2021

Super Bowl Message: Age is as Limited as Your Mind

As we roll into this evening’s Super Bowl I read a couple great messages from colleagues. I reflect on the NFL’s GOAT, Tom Brady:

First, Dr. Margolies wrote an amazing email and I wanted to share his message:
“Today is Super Bowl Sunday and Tom Brady, the 43 year old quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will prove that age is as limited as your mind. He is the oldest quarterback to play in the Super Bowl. Today is his 10th Super Bowl. He’s been in 18% of every Super Bowl! He has already won 6 of the previous 9 he has been in.

Many NFL fans disliked him continually winning with his former team New England Patriots. After last season he

Super Bowl Great and Chiropractic — Super Bowl GOAT Tom Brady Uses Chiropractic

made a move to Tampa Bay and he took with him his winning attitude, work ethic and leadership navigating Tampa, a team that last played in the Super Bowl back in 2003, to the Super Bowl this Sunday after beating three strong competitive teams with their superstar quarterbacks to get to the party.

We are a product of choices and Brady never looks back just ahead. He takes care of his body and mind with a special diet and physical and mental regime. Granted he has a personal chef and can afford whatever he needs to succeed but many like him never reach their goals as he has. Message to take away, don’t let age get the better of you, strive to keep your mind and body sharp and win your own Super Bowl.”

Another colleague, Dr. Jeff Roistacher writes, “If you don’t respect the greatest of this man than you are simply a hater. His entire day revolves around his fitness, preparation and family. It’s not an accident on why his body continues to function for him.
How would your body function if you put even 10% of the effort he does?
Think about this.. 92% of the cause of Cancer, Diabetes and Heart disease are your diet and lifestyle!! It’s not your genetics or bad luck.
I don’t understand why YOU don’t take your health seriously BEFORE you become sick. Do you think the MD’s will save you by giving you meds to mask your horrendous lifestyle?”

I have been in practice over 22 years and will be 50 this year. I value and make my health a priority. Around 10 years ago I had a patient come in who was 25 years old and he said, where’s the doctor? I responded by saying, “right in front of you” and introduced myself. He says, “What? Did you start when you were 14?” I asked, “What do you mean?” and he then says, “You can’t be much older than me.” When I told him I was turning 40, he asks me, “What’s your secret?”

I told the patient that I work out 4 days per week, do my daily spinal hygiene stretching, take my multi vitamin with omegas, antioxidants, minerals and telomere support, get adjusted 1 to 2 times per month and do a 11 day nutritional cleanse program 4 times a year. When I told him this, he says, “THAT’S NO WAY TO LIVE!”
Really? I was holding in my laugh and responded, “well that’s why you feel and look like that at 25 and I look like this at 40.”

Turn the clocks forward 10 years, he returned to the practice after 9 years being away and when he sees me, he says, “Wow, you don’t look a day older than you did last time I saw you.” I said, “I am still living the same healthy lifestyle I always have.” He just laughed and continued on with the visit.

We all have a choice. If you are sick and tired of looking and feeling sick and tired, then it’s time for a change. It’s time to make your health a priority! Health is a responsibility. Are you ready? If not now, then when?

My goal is to help as many people as possible to make this shift in lifestyle and turn health around. You know what the definition of insanity is? Doing the same thing over and over again expecting different results.

I have programs and systems for anybody to follow, but you have to want it! Feel free to message me or discuss further on your next visit.

The project is almost complete: The Next Health Revolution – A Natural Path to Revive Your Health and Maximize Wellness
I cannot wait to share it with you and all who are ready to be healthy to enjoy all life has to offer.

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Enjoy the game this evening and be safe in the snow!
I look forward to seeing you soon!

To Your Health and Wellness
Dr. Russell and Jen
Hometown Family Wellness Center Where Health is a Lifestyle

Jan 30 2021

Sports Chiropractor in Freehold NJ

Many people are athletes at different levels and experience injuries. It’s important to find a sports chiropractor in Freehold NJ that has experience working on these problems.

Dr. Russell Brokstein at Hometown Family Wellness Center in Freehold, NJ has been working on athletes for over 22 years. As an athlete himself, Dr. Russell has found chiropractic to not only help in recovering from injuries but improve optimal functioning.

Sports chiropractor in Freehold NJ helps athletes — Athletes seek the benefits of a sports chiropractor

A sports chiropractor not only adjusts the spine, but will utilize therapeutic stretching, extremity adjusting, soft tissue techniques, stabilizing exercises and other therapies if needed. The important thing is the initial analysis to find the actually cause of the problem to know which techniques to use. It’s important to differentially diagnose if the problem is stemming from a strain or sprain, is there an underlying joint restriction, are the discs or nerves being affected and are there tight muscles contributing to the imbalances.

Too many practitioners just address the point of pain. As a sports chiropractor in Freehold NJ, I search for the imbalances leading to the dysfunction. You will get relief of your pain, but improve healing and increase range of motion. Studies have shown that athletes seeing a sports chiropractor improve in strength, faster injury recovery, injury prevention, increased flexibility, overall improved sports performance. The great thing is this is all without any dangerous, addictive medications nor surgery.

Dr. Russell has worked on children who play sports, high school and college athletes, pro athletes, weekend warriors and even a competitor in The American Gladiators. One of our patients recently shared his experience below:

If you are searching for a sports chiropractor in Freehold NJ give us a call at 732-780-0044 or you can always schedule an appointment with our online scheduler at www.chiropractorfreehold.com

Jan 10 2021

Simple Stretch to Help Neck Pain and Pinched Nerve

Many people suffer with neck pain and pinched nerve. There are multiple nerves that originate in the neck and travel down into the arm and hand. The nerve can become entrapped at any level from the neck, shoulder, elbow or wrist. This condition is called cervical radiculopathy, affecting either the ulnar, radial or median nerves. There is a simple type of stretching that can help release the entrapped nerve.

Our top rated chiropractor in Freehold NJ put this short video together to demonstrate how to do cervical flossing:

Try these simple neck stretches out and see if they help with your neck pain and pinched nerve. I recommend doing them at least one time per day. The more consistent you are doing them, the better the results.

Neck flossing stretch helps neck pain and pinched nerve — Cervical flossing can help reduce neck pain and pinched nerve

It’s important to note if you experience pain or makes the problem worse to stop. Make sure to give us a call at 732-780-0044 or schedule online at our website: www.chiropractorfreehold.com If you are not a patient of ours and live too far, get further evaluated by your doctor.

If you find these stretches helpful, make sure to share with other people. Dr. Russell Brokstein has put together a series of stretching to help back pain, neck pain, shoulders and therapeutic exercises to help build core strength. If you would like to see videos of all these others, click: Full Body Spinal Hygiene Stretching.

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