by Admin | Feb 24, 2017 | Uncategorized
There is a big school of thought when it comes to what drives people. The theory is that we are either moving towards what we want, or moving away from pain/what we don’t want. At Hands For Life, we tend to agree with this idea. The same thing goes for when our body is feeling pain. Pain is an uncomfortable signal that the brain picks up from somewhere in the body. It could be coming from something like our ankle, shoulder, or stomach. Our initial reaction is usually to shut off the signal as quick as possible, at all costs. We take medications, drugs, utilize surgeries, all just to avoid the awful feeling of pain. However, is pain really that bad and something to be avoided? The purpose of pain is not bad. In fact, it’s extremely helpful for those people who choose to pay attention to it and not shut off the signal. The reason it’s so beneficial for us is because it lets us know an area of the body is hurt and needs time and/or assistance to heal. Therefore, pain should never be avoided. In fact, if the signal continues longer and we avoid it, then the problem tends to become worse. Instead of thinking of pain as a horrible thing, start recognizing it for the benefits it brings. Begin listening to your body and its painful areas. Work to resolve the pain through eating well, exercise, and chiropractic adjustments. Stay healthy...
by Admin | Feb 17, 2017 | Uncategorized
Are you addicted? In our culture today, there is no shortage of places or information for people to seek out on addictions to alcohol, street drugs, pornography, etc. However, something that isn’t talked about as much and creates just as much of a negative impact on our lives is sugar addiction and the effects it has on our nervous system. In studies, sugar has been shown to be as addictive as cocaine. It hijacks our nervous system and makes us a slave to its demands. To make it worse, major food companies go to great lengths to hide the sugar in their products. In fact, there are over 60 different names these companies will use to disguise sugar. For example, “natural flavors” is a common name substituted for sugar. By using this name, the companies trick us into purchasing something we think is good for us with the word “natural” in it. Instead, it’s a hidden killer, sugar. Sugar has been linked to most all major diseases in America. For example, heart disease, cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, diabetes, stroke, etc. The overwhelming majority of these cases can be linked back to sugar. So, how do we stop the addiction? First, we need to understand what it’s doing to our bodies. Then, we need to brush up on all the different marketing tactics companies use to get us consuming it. Finally, we need to remove it from our diet as much as possible. Since sugar hijacks our nervous system and desensitizes our brains to its effects, when we remove it, our brains begin to re-wire. When this process takes place, a...
by Admin | Feb 10, 2017 | Uncategorized
February is “Heart Health” awareness month. What many people aren’t aware of is that heart disease is the number 1 killer of all Americans today. That’s right. Heart disease kills more of people than car accidents, guns, suicides, medications, drugs, or even cancer! Want to know the craziest part? Heart disease is largely lifestyle-related. Meaning, the choices you make on a daily basis, i.e. what kind of foods to eat or drink, going to exercise or not, thinking negative or positive thoughts effect whether or not you will suffer with heart disease. Obviously, eating clean healthy foods, thinking good thoughts, and getting exercise is important. However, one thing that commonly gets left off the list that needs to be included is chiropractic care. The reason chiropractic care is so vital is doctors of chiropractic work with the nervous system in the body. The nervous system runs every process and function that takes place. Which includes making your heart pump and work properly. If there is a breakdown in communication between the brain/nervous system and the heart, then there will always be malfunction with the heart. This can lead to heart attacks, high blood pressure, or worse, death. Why wait? You and your loved ones should be checked by a chiropractor as soon as possible. Did you know, the most common sign of a heart attack is actually death? Meaning, you don’t even know you have a problem until you collapse one day never to get up again. Make sure your choices are the right choices and make sure you’re getting your nervous system checked and adjusted when necessary. Stay...
by Admin | Feb 3, 2017 | Uncategorized
Every once in awhile I draw a blank on what to write about. This post was one of those times. However, after some brainstorming I began to think a lot about the things that get people into trouble. We sometimes call these bad habits or addictions. We are creatures of habit guided off mostly subconscious feelings and thoughts. Sometimes, these feelings and thoughts can be detrimental to our bodies. Working through these thoughts and overcoming them requires work. However, if we decide that change is too difficult, or we’d just rather stay where we are presently, then the subconscious beliefs remain in tact. This can be a problem when we are prone to choose habits that are unhealthy and bring our entire being into negative vibration. Things like eating foods loaded with sugar, or drinking alcohol every night break down our body and lead to disease. When someone falls into this situation, they are often unable to pull themselves out of the hole. They need help. Not only do they need psychological help, they also need a physical reset. The best way we know how to take stress off the body and bring it to a state of ease and peace is through chiropractic care. Without it, there could be relief, but there is a strong possibility there’ll still be remnants of stress stored in the nervous system. The only way to truly get rid of stress like this is through correct eating, thinking, movement, and adjustments. Once this has been done, the body has the ability to recover and reach a point of optimal function. Anyone suffering from...
by Admin | Jan 29, 2017 | Uncategorized
Pregnancy and Chiropractic? Have you been pregnant, or known someone who was? Did they receive chiropractic care while carrying the baby? Yeah, that’s a typical answer. In fact, most people respond that way. See, the truth is, that most people are unaware of the benefits chiropractic can offer a pregnant woman. Let’s start with this, carrying an extra 35lbs gets heavy and taxing on the body. Joints don’t work as well under such weight. Chiropractic adjustments help to free up the restricted joint, or area, and give some relief to the mom-to-be. But it’s not just that…chiropractic adjustments also help nerve signals get through more properly and allow the baby to receive as much health and nutrition from the mom as possible. Also, when it’s time for the baby to come out, the pelvis needs to be as open as possible. This helps the baby move through the birth canal easily. Chiropractors excel in adjusting the hip and pelvis areas to allow for the greatest amount of space and room for the baby. So, the next time you hear someone you know is pregnant, mention chiropractic care. They may be suffering with discomfort or just hoping to have the healthiest delivery possible. Chiropractic can help. Stay healthy...
