Posts by Thompson Family Chiropractic
Chiropractic as a “First Line” solution to Opioid Epidemic
Chiropractic as a “First Line” solution to Opioid Epidemic By Dr. Thompson The opioid problem in the United States is real and the prime culprit is prescription opioid pain relievers. Paulozzi, Jones, Mack and Rudd, in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s publication state: “in 2007, nearly 100 persons per day died of drug…
Read MoreAdrenal Fatigue and Chiropractic Care
Adrenal Fatigue and Chiropractic Care By Dr. Thompson What is Adrenal Fatigue? It is a collection of signs and symptoms, known as a syndrome that results when the adrenal glands function below the necessary level. Most commonly associated with prolonged stress it can also arise during or after acute or chronic infections, especially respiratory infections…
Read MoreBrain Healthy Foods
Brain Healthy Foods That Make You Thinner, Smarter and Happier Choosing brain healthy foods that will help you lose weight can also help you be smarter and happier. You have probably noticed how the foods you eat affect your mood and energy level. That is because food is a drug. If you eat three donuts…
Read MoreHealthy eating for kids: Let’s Go! 5-2-1-0
Healthy eating for kids: Let’s Go! 5-2-1-0 By Sarah Petersen, M.D., Pediatrician 5 OR MORE FRUITS AND VEGETABLES Aim for five or more servings of fruits and vegetables each day. These strategies can help you encourage your kids to make healthy food choices: Show it. Be a role model – eat your vegetables! Choose it.…
Read MoreFood Tricks For Your Mind
Food Tricks For Your Mind WATER….. Water should be at the top of everyone’s list for tricking your body into feeling it is full. Drink an 8 oz glass of water before you eat to fill up your stomach. Drink at least 64 oz daily. And avoid soda as it is empty calories. SIZE MATTERS…
Read More#1 CAUSE OF DISABILITY WORLDWIDE IS Back Pain!!!
#1 CAUSE OF DISABILITY WORLDWIDE IS Back Pain!!! According to the World Health Organization, low back pain is the number-one cause of disability worldwide and neck pain is the number-four cause. Bad posture, stress, accidents, happening more cause people are living longer. Overall, musculoskeletal conditions represents the second leading cause of global disability affecting more…
Read MoreThe new math is 2 to 1
The new math is 2 to 1 By Dr. Wade Thompson Do you know how to do the new math? It’s the healthy new equation using Omega fatty acids, by which to live a healthy anti-inflammatory life. There are two numbers you need to be aware of and each one is important to your overall…
Read MoreCHIROPRACTIC 101
Chiropractic 101 By Dr. Wade Thompson Have you heard the phrase “________ for Dummies”? Many books, from computers to golf have been written with this label. That may work for those topics, but it doesn’t work for Chiropractic. Chiropractic isn’t for dummies, it is a proven science of true wellness. If everyone understood the healing…
Read MoreFlip flops A.K.A Foot flops
Flip flops A.K.A Foot flops Have you ever wondered why flip flops are so inexpensive? Or why your feet hurt after standing on flip flops? I think that if everyone understood that flip flops are causing many feet, ankle, knee and hip and back problems, they wouldn’t go with the cheapest thing out there. When…
Read MoreALLERGY RELIEF THROUGH CHIROPRACTIC CARE?
ALLERGY RELIEF THROUGH CHIROPRACTIC CARE? The next time you sneeze, it may be time to visit a chiropractor. Yes, a chiropractor. Most people never think about it, but chiropractic care can help provide allergy relief. That’s because chiropractic care, often thought necessary for only back and neck problems, can help in keeping the body operating…
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