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May 11 2020

Sickness, Disease and Pain DOES’T Have to be the Norm

Sickness, disease and pain or health and wellness? So many people just accept to live with the pain, discomfort and being sick. Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired?

Like many others, I grew up in the Medical society. Told if you don’t have symptoms and feel fine you are healthy or run to the doctor when you are sick or hurting to just be prescribed medications and popping pills. I remember my

Sickness or Health — What do you choose?

philosophy classes during my time in at Life Chiropractic College when my awareness was challenged from accepting Sickness and Disease as the norm to realizing that there was a greater force and intelligence driving this machine….our body. One of my professors still sends chiropractors and myself emails and I wanted to share his most recent message:

“I realized that what I was taught from elementary to college may have brought sense to the masses but little to those searching for answers. Why would the body randomly deteriorate when it was meant to be well in wholeness. Why would the body be overcome with illness when it was meant to weather the storm. What force separated the psyche from the soma enough to break the bonds that hold us together. In fact, why would this body, grown from two half cells, germinate and blossom within and succeed to exit on time leave all to chance on the day it makes a bow. It made no sense. As with all nature’s bounty, the newborn is not left to chance. It has a host, a mother and father and a connection with family that along with natural nurturing and love blooms and grows.

My mindset transformed during these early years challenging my belief that relief was found in a pill and that the medical doctor’s word was indisputable. Like military boot camp, the first year of chiropractic school ground down my holistic beliefs toward wholistic. It gave me the ammunition to question and advise from outside the proverbial box for those seeking another answer. I began to appreciate the relationship between structure and function and how every visceral part was attuned to the whole and our dear and delicate nervous system was the power and intelligence putting it together. Nature knew what needed without a book, computer or lecture series to sustain this new life. It just needs nourishment, cuddling, support with no interference to make things right. How many of these basic ingredients do we lack as we grow, most have been techno manipulated, and compromised.”

I thank Dr. Margolies for his way with words and explaining things!

Chiropractic has a role in this cycle of life and improving health. Chiropractors like myself take philosophy of life and health in a serious vein to approach you with this in mind and educate you to the ramification of the subluxation complex, where joints in the spine are misaligned and put pressure on nerves affecting the function of all your organs, tissues and cells. This interference to the nervous system is a leading factor to the sickness epidemic. We have a responsibility as a structural science, where posture and tone play a crucial part in wellbeing, also appreciate the impingement of life force via structural distress. Wellness starts with spinal health! It is here where the network of energy generates and where protection of life’s fibers extends to the whole. Nutrition is no longer left to chance! I want to help you through the multitude of misinformation and poor choices. I discuss exercise and ergonomic health with the understanding that life with no movement is no life and spinal segmental health is crucial to the whole. The wear and tear of daily living and each segment of life needs to be met with conservative alternatives to your grind at work, play and home.

Coming in for adjustments only when you are hurting is like running to the medical doctor for a pill for a quick fix. It’s just masking the symptoms temporarily. At least the adjustment doesn’t have the dangerous side effects of all those meds. BUT.. why not get all the benefits of getting adjusted for the health and life of it? Many studies show these benefits.

21 Benefits of Chiropractic you might not have known:

Improves joint mobility, function and health.
Makes tight muscles loose and loose muscles tight and improves the contractibility (thereby strength) of the muscle.
Decreases degeneration of the joint and connective tissues (arthritis).
Decreases the on--going inflammatory process associated with the subluxation.
Improves circulation taking stagnant blood out and bringing new blood in.
Speeds up the recovery process.
Improves nerve system function and the individual nerve’s ability to carry nerve impulses more efficiently.
Strengthens the immune system.
Improves individual organ system function (heart, lung, sinuses, digestive, etc).
Improves a person’s disposition (they’re more FUN to be around).
Calms a hyperactive mind and energizes a depressed mind.
Increases energy, vitality and improves sleep.
Relieves/Improves Prenatal Discomfort
Decreases length of labor and associated back pain.
Decreases the adverse effects of stress.
Improves athletic performance (for ANY sport).
Improves Quality of Life by enhancing the enjoyment/fulfillment of a person’s Key Values
Prevention ability for sickness, disease and pain.
Improves overall health and wellness for infants and children.
Improves cognitive ability (ability to THINK more clearly).
Oh…and it DECREASES PAIN!

Are you ready to go from sickness to health? Who wouldn’t like these health benefits? Who doesn’t deserve these benefits?
Add better nutrition, improving hydration, exercising more and health goals can be obtained. You have to give your body the chance to thrive! Ask us about our nutrition programs, weight loss programs, plant based natural vitamins, enzymes, collagen and give your body what it needs.

May 11 2020

Preventing Osteoporosis through a Proper Diet

Diet and Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a disease which thins bone density, leading to weaker bones and a higher risk of herniated disks, which can causes back problems such as Sciatica. Osteoporosis can be very tough to endure, as there is no proper cure for it besides chiropractic, and even then some patients may not respond positively due to the damage done. Therefore, chiropractors advise that a proper diet should be followed, as it can improve bone and muscle density, consequently reducing the chances of Osteoporosis.

The Proper Diet

There are some nutrients in the diet that can help you improve the quality of your bone structure. Vitamin D for example, found in flaxseed and fish oil, strengthens your bones and makes them less susceptible to diseases. However, other substances present in food, such as phytates, can reduce your body’s ability to absorb calcium. Here are some examples of foods that can affect bone health.

High Sodium Foods

Food items high in sodium can cause your body to lose calcium, which is essential in maintaining bone health. This can lead to weakening of bones, eventually resulting in bone diseases such as osteoporosis. Processed foods usually contain a high amount of sodium, so look for their nutritional values and avoid them if they have a high percentage of salt.

Legumes

Although it is true that beans and legumes contain a high amount of calcium, they also contain magnesium and phytates. You can reduce the amount of phytate by boiling the beans before the cooking them.

Wheat bran

Just like beans, wheat bran also contains a high amount of phytates, which reduce calcium absorption.

Caffeine

Similar to phytates, caffeine also interfere with the body’s absorption of calcium. The consumption of caffeine drinks such as tea, coffee or sodas should be moderated, if not completely avoided.

Alcohol

Research suggests that alcohol, among other health problems such as liver disease, can also contribute to loss in bone density.

Spinach

Spinach, though a very healthy source for other nutrients, shouldn’t be counted as a sole source for calcium as they contain oxalates, which doesn’t allow the body to absorb the calcium effectively.

High Protein foods

We all know Protein is good for our health, but too much protein in our diets can also cause our bodies to lose calcium. Eat meat and other high protein foods in moderation.

You may also contact a Freehold chiropractor who could recommend you nutritional supplements if you are lacking any of the basic nutrients required in the daily diet.

Image used under Creative Commons Licensing: Fish for dinner by Denise Mattox

May 11 2020

What is The Best Fibromyalgia Treatment?

Patients are looking for the best fibromyalgia treatment. Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition that can be debilitating and stressful. The patient is usually put thru treatments like physical therapy, dangerous medications, nutritional

The Best Fibromyalgia Treatment Your Symptoms? — The Best Fibromyalgia Treatment for Your Symptoms?

recommendations or told they have to learn to live with the condition. The pain many times make it difficult to stick to a treatment plan of exercise and physical therapy.

So what is the best fibromyalgia treatment? More studies are showing that regular chiropractic treatment helps provide the relief fibromyalgia patients are looking for, allowing them to complete exercise and physical therapy programs. This also allows a patient to start enjoying life again.

A study done in 2009 took 55 females suffering with fibromyalgia. The patients aged 21 to 59 were split into groups that completed resistance training or received chiropractic adjusting along with the exercise. Significant improvement was seen in both groups. There was an decrease in pain and tender points associated with fibromyalgia. Strength gains were seen in both upper and lower body. Extremely important was the improvement of the participants to perform normal daily activities. There was a larger improvement in the group that received chiropractic care along with the exercise in post-functional flexibility, endurance and balance with coordination. It was found those patients that received chiropractic were more able to complete their exercise programs allowing for better response to treatment.

This fibromalgia study confirms that although exercise does ease the pain of fibromyalgia that by including chiropractic care in the treatment protocol improved adherence and dropout rates from the exercise facilitates greater improvements in functionality. This helps fibromyalgia patients have less pain and do more of their normal daily activities. When choosing a treatment protocol, chiropractic plus exercise is the best fibromyalgia treatment.

Freehold NJ Chiropractor, Dr. Russell Brokstein, has been helping fibromyalgia patients for the last 16 years and utilizes a combination of chiropractic and exercise as the best fibromyalgia treatment. Other recommendations in nutrition, stress reduction therapy and cleansing helps our patients get the most relief so they can once again enjoy activities they love to do.

May 11 2020

Freehold NJ Chiropractor Shares Video about the Myths and Misconceptions of Chiropractic

My name is Dr. Russell Brokstein and as a chiropractor in Freehold, NJ, I feel it’s so important to keep up with the news and current research. While browsing facebook, I saw a video clip of one of my favorite, world-wide renown chiropractors, Dr. Patrick Gentempo, DC. He was interviewed on a major NJ news station, clearly and passionately discussing the virtues of chiropractic and the distinction between chiropractic and medical practice. Watch his brief 6 minute interview to see how chiropractic can bring you and your family the natural health and wellness you deserve:

Chiropractic is effective with many musculoskeletal conditions like back pain, neck pain, inflamed and herniated discs, sciatica, fibromyalgia, headaches and migraines. Many people don’t know how chiropractic actually supports general health and well being. Like Dr. Gentempo explained, in our office: Hometown Family Wellness Center located in Freehold, NJ, we have a unique approach to your health that has helped many patients that have failed with other medical approaches. We utilize the surface EMG evaluation to find your nervous system imbalances, but we go even further by being currently one of only 4 offices in all of NJ that utilizes state of the art Biofeedback and Stress Reduction Therapy which helps positively recondition the body’s reactions to the overall stress that Dr. Gentempo talks about. These approaches along with our other wellness disciplines of nutrition, weight loss, adrenal function and exercise help make us stand out above the other doctors in our area. You are not passed off to another therapist, medical doctor, or Physical Therapist for your treatment. I take the time, one on one with you for your entire treatment, so there is no miscommunication between multiple practitioners in one office.
If you live in Freehold or nearby towns of Marlboro, Manalapan, Jackson, Colts Neck, Millstone, Morganville, Howell or other parts of Monmouth County NJ and you are ready to make chiropractic a part of your health and wellness lifestyle so you can be pain free, healthy and happy without drugs or surgery, while being able to enjoy your normal daily activities, family and social life more, check out our website by clicking: www.ChiropractorFreehold.com and call 732-780-0044 to take advantage of our complimentary consultation.

May 11 2020

Why Is Nutritional Supplementation Important?

Most people are nutritional deficient. Even if you think you are eating healthy, your body most likely isn’t getting the nutrients it needs to be optimally healthy. Most bodies are malnourished even if you think you have a “good diet”. Nutritional Supplementation is so important for everybody.

Supplementation – “Make addition to something; to increase, extend or improve something by adding to it.”
We have always heard that if you eat a well-balanced diet, you don’t need to take vitamin supplements, right? Let’s

Nutritional Supplements are Necessary For Health

review a few facts:  In 1940 if you ate a bowl of salad there would get a certain amount of nutrition in that bowl of salad. If you ate a bowl of salad today there would be a certain amount of nutrition in that bowl of salad. How many bowls would you need to eat today to get close to the same amount of nutrition in a bowl of salad in 1940? (15-20)

US Senate Report – “Do you know that most of us today are suffering from certain dangerous diet deficiencies, which cannot be remedied until the depleted soils from which our foods come are brought into proper mineral balance? The alarming fact is that foods – fruits and vegetables and grains – now being raised on millions of acres of land that no longer contain enough minerals, are starving us no matter how much we eat.” What year did Rex Beach present this report to the US Senate? (1936)

What percentage of fresh salads and cut vegetables and fruits nutritional value is lost when they sit for more than three hours? (40-50%) Baking at 121 degrees C decreases nutritional components by what %? (90%)

So it is not possible to get everything that you need from the food we eat. But how could this be? People have lived on this planet for a long time they must have been able to get everything from their diet. The answer has to do with modern farming techniques, fertilizers, modern processing and food storage and preparation.
Five major minerals and at least sixteen trace minerals are essential for optimal health. Plants cannot create minerals. They must absorb them from the soil. And if our soils do not have minerals, our plants will not have them either.

Depletion of soils components results from: a. We only till 18-20” deep so the same dirt is tilled over and over each season. b. Following the Second World War, chemical manufacturers were sitting on huge stockpiles of phosphates and nitrates that were initially intended for use in explosives. They discovered that when they spread these same phosphates and nitrates on the soil where plants were growing, the plants grew bigger and looked healthier. Thus began the boom of the fertilizer industry. c. Modern fertilizers do not replace trace minerals such as chromium, zinc and copper, as do cow manure and other natural fertilizers. Over time these trace minerals become more and more depleted from the soil and, consequently our food supply becomes more depleted as well.

Green harvesting means picking fruits and vegetables before they are mature. Shipping food over long distances requires cold storage and other preservation methods, which allows for depletion of vital nutrients. Our food is highly processed. Overcooking, delay in preparing fresh foods, and freezing foods are some of the reasons our foods lose nutritional value. Optimal Levels versus RDA Levels

The RDA’s started in the early 1920’s & 1930’s as minimal requirements of ten essential nutrients that help us avoid acute deficiency diseases like scurvy and rickets. The list of nutrients included in the RDAs grew over the next two decades, and in the early 1950s the definition expanded to include the amounts of nutrients needed for normal growth and development.

Substantial evidence that taking doses of a class of nutrients called antioxidants far exceeding the RDA minimum can help prevent heart disease, help to mitigate some of the detrimental effects of environmental pollutants, and help promote healthy immune function. Needing nutritional supplementation at the optimum level based on research not at the usual minimal RDA requirements.

It’s too expensive to get the food industry to provide good nutrition so it is your job to know this so that you can supplement because we’re not going to change the food industry. It’s not going to happen.

Make sure you read our previous blog: Your Gut Health Affects Overall Health! We discuss digestive enzymes, probiotics, prebiotics and how to find a good quality nutritional supplement.

Nutritional supplementation is important to help make sure your body gets the nutrients it needs to be healthy!

Sources: Dr Maurice Pisciottano , “Peak Energy Solutions” Dr Bob Hoffman and Dr Jason A Deitch, “Discover Wellness – How Staying Healthy can make you Rich” Dr Ray D Strand , “What Your Doctor Doesn’t Know About Nutritional Medicine May Be Killing You”

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