Obesity

Obese vs. "Normal" individual

Obesity is a grave problem in our American society. Note that it isn't just a "problem" on the outside appearance, it is also a tremendous problem on the "inside." This is a large topic that we could spend a lot of time on, however please note the amount of "fat" surrounding the internal organs and heart. Think that could contribute to high blood pressure, lack of breath, and poor digestion? And that is just the mechanical force of this fat on the organs, not to mention the "bio- chemical" problems involved such as Diabetes.

Although these images make it very obvious that there is a problem here. It may be easier to think of individuals (or yourself for that matter) as either in balance (Homeostasis) or not!

Balance = Healthy Imbalanced = Unhealthy

Chiropractic, Nutrition, Acupuncture, etc are all healing arts that focus in bringing the body into greater "balance" so that it can function and heal as it is supposed to. For that matter, even your typical Medical "symptom" care is afforded better results the closer the individual is towards balance. Unfortunately many of us wait and wait..................and wait on our problems until we are so out of balance with our body, that we then require a large degree of treatment just to get us a small percentage better.

How does Chiropractic fit into obesity? Well, consider that Chiropractors are the second largest leading health profession in the world behind "Medicine, " and that our primary focus in on prevention and maintenance of your health and well-being "before" you get sick. As well, we are focused on "correcting" the imbalances in your body that got you ill or in pain in the first place, rather than simply covering up your symptoms. Chiropractors are all trained in Nutrition as a part of their schooling (Chiropractic Hours = 120 Hours + ; Medical hours = 0).

If you are able to walk into our offices, then there is more "right" with you than "wrong" with you and you are capable of healing to some degree. A part of the Chiropractic Treatment regimen is often to modify your diet for optimal balanced function of your body. Chiropractors generally look at your body from the perspective of "4 Essentials" ( as in 4 essentials to life).
1. Proper Nervous system function 2. Food 3. Water 4. Air........................take any 1 away and you die, diminish one or more and you are out of balance and therefore not in a place of optimal health.

Do you really want to wait so long that those imbalances require drugs, surgery, or other severe interventions that could have been easily avoided?

Yours in health, wellness, and "balance",

Does Auto Insurance Cover Chiropractic?

This is a question we hear often. The simple answer is "yes." If you are involved in an auto accident, you should always make certain that you are evaluated by the healthcare provider of your choice so as to avoid any future pit-falls of not doing so at or near the time of injury. This is due to the fact that many injuries can be non-symptomatic for a few months to a few years depending upon the dynamic of the accident.

All states and Insurance companies recognize this fact and that is why you have a "statute of limitations" ( often 3 years) as to "how long" you have to submit a claim related to a particular auto accident.

Along with your standard Medical coverage, Chiropractic is also covered under your same plan. Therefore, depending upon your accident, make sure both providers evaluate you thoroughly........your Medical provider for immediate fractures, live-threatening injuries, etc. and your Chiropractor for the rest so that you have the best chance at your body healing itself as quickly as possible.

Remember, Healthcare is a TEAM approach and your being "healthy" is not always measured best by your "symptoms," especially following auto accidents, even "fender benders."

Basically, make sure to take care of yourself early, and not wait for problems to come knocking. The best healthcare providers will always offer free, no obligation consultations to determine if what they offer is appropriate for your particular needs. This is why we have always offered FREE consultations to those seeking appropriate healthcare for themselves and their family.

We have been treating auto accident victims for nearly 11 years now and make ourselves available for your questions.
More detailed questions, just give us a call.

Health and Blessings!

Keep Healthcare a CHOICE!

It's that time of year again. Be prepared to hear the push for your annual FLU Vaccine. This particular Blog isn't about really whether you agree with them or not. This is strictly about choice.

I am concerned as a parent as well as a professional in healthcare that there are so many attempts lately to DISCOURAGE freedom of choice. California is/ has proposed vaccinating children as young as 12 with ALL current and future vaccinations WITHOUT NOTIFYING PARENTS. That's right, it would be legal for school officials to forcefully vaccinate your children AGAINST THE CHILDS WILL and WITHOUT INFORMING THE PARENTS. There will be no choice in this matter, as well as no culpability for ANYONE INVOLVED if there are any reactions!

Again, This isn't even about whether to do or not to do, however with such a heated topic of varying opinions, in this great country, shouldn't this along with many other decisions be just that............an informed decision. You see, more folks are "choosing" to not have these procedures performed, not merely not having them done out of apathy.

What is the condition of our social structure when I can be thrown in jail for not succumbing to something I choose not to do. Something that has no ill-effect on any other human being in a hurtful or deleterious manner by my personal decision and action? That as a parent, they won't even have to place you in jail for the night for your decision, but rather take that option away from you altogether. The government of California is quelling the opposition by stating "they" are footing the bill, and not the parents. Well, how do you think that is happening. They take your child, force a medical procedure on them that you may not agree with, nor have any responsibility financially for if something goes wrong ( that will be the parents responsibility), and the local government will pay for it alright...................with your tax dollars! Problem is that there are too many to profit handsomely from this type of arrangement. They can sell their product, have everyone forced to use, and have complete immunity from any potential lawsuits from use of that product. What other industry could brag of such a racket and monopoly?

The point is that this IS REALLY HAPPENING as this blog is being written. I would encourage everyone to educate themselves, and make their own choices...............and unfortunately now have to stand up and fight just to keep that choice alive.

Please take part in arming yourself with knowledge and freedom that make this country great.
A couple good starting resources are:
www.nvic.org (Public Awaress and legal group)
www.mercola.com ( Dr Mercola, DO)
www.drtenpenny.com (Dr Tenpenny, DO)
http://www.whale.to/vaccine/quotes20.html ( Dr Robert Mendelsohn, MD -Pediatrician)

**************these are MEDICAL and legal resources, because unfortunately although you as a patient may not know it, many of your healthcare providers don't agree with these procedures either. They don't have them done to themselves or their children, however their "contracts" with various hospitals state that they will at least "endorse" these procedures to the public and perform them as a part of their employment obligation!!
Very true, you may be surprised if you ask around a bit over a "comfortable" setting than in their offices.

This BLOG was written in the spirit of keeping our FREEDOM OF CHOICE ALIVE!!!!!!!!!!!

Ear Infections

With the onset of Spring, there are pollens in the air. With that, every health care practitioners office is filled with allergy sufferers................but have we thought about the Pediatric patient? We also tend to see a surgence in EAR INFECTIONS at this time as well.

I am reminded by this while having a conversation with by daughters Principal about her own child's ear infections. She asked about Chiro Care and Ear infections. As far as symptomatic care goes, often times ear infections represent some of the largest case load of a Chiropractor, but not many people are aware of that.

She was pleased to realize that ear infections are often treated by Chiropractors usually very easily and quickly. Moreover I explained that while I do often initially gently "adjust" a child in their upper cervical (neck) as required, that I often help the child most by actually "teaching" the parents techniques for aiding to relieve the causal factors in ear infections.

Usually 1 or 2 adjustments and the "ear infection" is gone, not miraculously, but rather by the child's own natural healing ability and making that possible through a gentle adjustment.

The parents are always taught helpful home remedies such as:
How to gently mobilize the external ear
How to gently help lymphatic drainage
Temporarily ( at least) removing aggrivating factors such as cow milk, wheat, potentially
gluten or other "sensitive" foods until the infection clears up.
Homeopathic use as appropriate., etc.
**Although we are familiar with Antibiotic Prescriptions for ear infections, they are actually very seldom necessary with the right action taken, even the AAPP recognizes this and says the same. When appropriate, yes we refer for this as any good Doctor will do for their patient, but agian, this is the smallest minority if a child is taken care of correctly and wholistically.

FOR more information on Chiropractic and Pediatric Care please to to
www.icpa4kids.com
There is also a link for more information on our links page at www.moorelifechiropractic.com
Have a Blessed Day!

FOOD DRIVE

We will be finishing up our annual food drive this coming Friday November 19th. A little earlier than usual so that we can allow for Sister Carmen's to have more ample time for appropriate distribution of the food this Holiday season.

We will also be doing our annual Toy drive in December and welcome everyone to participate in that as well. Toys go to the same place for community distribution to those in need.

We are wishing you all a very happy, safe and blessed Holiday season this Year!

Holiday Food and Toy Drive coming up

As we have our Holiday Season approaching, we would like to remind the local community that we are Blessed to participate in both local Food Drives and Toy Drives.

November:
Nov. 1 thru Nov. 19
Bring in at least (1) full bag of food for existing patients and that Day is FREE!
New Patients bring in at least (3) bags of food and their full Exam and consult is FREE!
( These are minimums, more is always appreciated to help our local community)

December:
Dec 1 thru Dec. 17
Bring in at least (1) full bag of Toys for existing patients and that Day is FREE!
New Patients bring in at least (3) bags of toys and their full Exam and Consult is FREE!
(Again, these are minimums for services, however more is always appreciated)

*Note: Food and Toy Donations go to Sister Carmen's locally in Lafayette to
help our local community in need.

We appreciate your help this upcomming Holiday Season!

New Office Space

Well................so now we are marginally into the new space! We can function, but a lot of finish work to get done for sure. Remarkably the address has not changed.....wierd we know, however we were able to change things with the city so as to not change everything simply because of a "suite number change." Plus..........can anyone guess how difficult it is to change anything with insurance companies or MEDICARE????? So, we are greatful and the place has a great feel, as well as many of you have said you really like this new space we have created. Thank you. We are always looking for better ways to serve our patients, and feel that this new space will allow us to do that. We look forward to everyone stopping by and taking a look. We are considering a "new office" grand-opening sometime before the end of the year........give us your thoughts. Make it a great day as always!

Dr Moore