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Treating Colic
“How To Treat A Colicky Baby Information From Our Burlington Clinic”
Please consider if you are the parent of a colicky baby.
And, if you are unsure if your baby has colic, see if the rule of 3 applies.
The rule of 3 is used to differentiate a diagnosis of colic and these are the 3 things you need to watch for:
- at least 3 hours of inconsolable crying per day,
- at least 3 days per week for
- at least 3 weeks in a row.
If you baby meets these criteria, and in the absence of more serious complications, then he or she is most likely suffering from colic.
And I know from over 25 years of family practice that this can be a horribly stressful situation especially for new parents.
You desperately want your newborn to be happy, healthy & content but you just do not know what to do to stop the crying.
And like many parents, you may have tried everything from car-rides to gripe water which would cause a great deal of concern for any parent.
Colic has been attributed to many different things such as the mother’s diet, the new mother’s anxiety level & spinal misalignments.
I would like to explain more to you about spinal misalignments as this is my area of expertise.
As your child is being born, the vertebrae of the neck & back can often times go out of alignment due to all the compressing, twisting & stretching that takes place during the birth process. Difficult deliveries ( forceps, prolonged labour, vacuum assist, breech, base posterior etc. ) can significantly increase the chances of getting spinal misalignments.
These misalignments can generally cause your baby to be cranky, uncomfortable & a fussy eater but when they affect the nerves to the digestive system specifically, colic or colic-like symptoms are sure to result.
As a parent, you need to know that chiropractic care has helped hundreds & hundreds of colicky babies and there are several research studies and case histories to support its effectiveness.
So, if you are frustrated with a colicky baby of your own, I strongly urge you to read the article found on this website about Chiropractic & Colic.
Or, you can always call to schedule an appointment for a free initial consultation.
Our phone # is 905 335 5433 & we would welcome the opportunity to help you & your family.
Feel free to call us anytime.
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Smoothie Nutrition
For All You Health Food And Exercise Junkies, This Is What You Need To Know If You Like To Grab A Smoothie After A Work-Out Or As A Snack.
Tim Horton’s Real Fruit Smoothies
These do not contain any fiber because the fruit flavor is made up fruit puree & juice concentrates. Not whole fruits.
As well, all 3 flavors contain added sugars: glucose-fructose ( high fructose corn syrup ), glucose & molasses.
The culprit – Mixed berry Fruit Smoothie with Yogurt 18 oz. 290 calories! 67g of carbs from 60g of sugar! Only 5g of protein.
McDonalds Real Fruit Smoothies
Sold in 2 flavours with or without yogurt. The fruit is from puree & juice concentrate with cellulose powder added for fibre. All contain
added sugar & artificial flavours.
The culprit – Strawberry Banana with Yogurt 22 oz. 330 calories! 77g of carbs mostly from 70g of sugar! Only 3 g of protein.
Booster Juice
Even though these are made with fresh frozen fruit, they can pack a big calorie punch.
The culprit – Funky Monkey 24oz. 585 calories! 8.8g of fat! 110g of carbs. Even the 12oz size has twice the calories & carbs you would
need for a snack.
Second Cup
Sugar is the 2nd or 3rd ingredient listed for Fruit Chillers & they do not have any protein!
The culprit – Strawberry Fruit Chiller 24oz.
570 calories! 141g of sugar largely from 135g of sugar!
PS a 24.7oz. Coke contains 320 calories & 82g of carbs.
Cultures
Most smoothies contain natural frozen yogurt.
The culprit – Moka 7.6oz.
290 calories & only 1g of fibre!
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Sinus Congestion
“Here’s How We Treat Sinus Congestion At Our Burlington Clinic”
If you suffer from SINUS CONGESTION whether due to allergies or colds, you should consider the following especially if you are using medications for relief.
As you are probably well aware, sinus medications rarely work.
And they are probably going to make you feel groggy and sleepy at best.
And just FYI, you are not having sinus congestion because you do not have enough sinus decongestant drugs in your diet!
When sinuses become congested due to a cold or allergies, sometimes they get so stuffed and sometimes inflamed that they cannot expel the mucous.
Well, the good news is that there is a treatment called SINUS REFLEX TECHNIQUE which is a manual [ by hand ] treatment to help relieve sinus pressure and sinus congestion especially in the frontal, ethmoidal and maxillary sinuses.
These are the sinuses found across the fore-head and around the nose and cheeks.
The treatment can be performed by most chiropractors and involves a gentle manipulation of the affected sinus tissue and the Eustachian tubes if there is accompanying ear pressure.
This will have the effect of breaking up the congestion & allowing your sinuses to drain which will relieve the pressure and any associated headaches.
I have been doing this for 25 years with my patients, adults and children alike with excellent results.
So, if you or someone you know is suffering from sinus congestion, why don’t you give chiropractic a try.
Consultations are always free of charge and our phone number is 905 335 5433.
Seasonal Allergies
“Information For If Your Child Is Suffering From Seasonal Allergies From Our Burlington Clinic”
Seasonal allergies can affect children at any time during the year but are most common in the spring, winter and fall.
I know that it can be very frustrating and upsetting for parents to see their children struggle with allergies and I also know from talking to parents that many are not too pleased with the usual recommended treatment which is drugs and allergy shots.
They are concerned about the potentially harmful side-effects associated with allergy medication and every parent must do their due diligence whenever anything is injected into their child’s body.
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What is important for you to understand first and foremost is that watery eyes, runny noses and sneezing are normal allergic responses and do not necessarily mean you’re sick.
Let me explain …. these allergic responses are part of what is referred to as a histamine reaction and this is the way your body expels whatever it is allergic to.
Let’s use ragweed pollen as an example.
Now, when you take an anti-histamine drug which are frequently prescribed in these situations, it may prevent the watery eyes, runny nose and sneezing but then the ragweed pollen will remain inside the body instead of being eliminated from the body.
You can imagine that this would not be good for your child’s health or anyone’s health for that matter and this is why allergy medications just do not make any sense to me.
Here Are Some Allergy Facts You Need To Consider
There are scientific research studies showing that people who use chiropractic on a regular basis have immune systems that respond better when challenged that those who do not use chiropractic.
And did you know that one of the main reasons allergies will ever develop in the first place is due to a sluggish immune system?
Well, you will be glad to know that it has been my clinical experience after 25 years in family practice that most chiropractic patients, children included, do not have sluggish immune systems.
In fact, it is quite the contrary. Kids who get chiropractic care seem to be healthier kids. Less colds, less sickness, less allergies.
And what you will really enjoy as a parent is that all of our treatments are totally natural.
So, if you would like to know more about what we can do to help, why don’t you call us to schedule an appointment for a free initial consultation?
Our phone number is 905 335 5433 & we would welcome the opportunity to help you & your children.
Click Here To Book A Free Initial Consultation With Dr. Brad At The 2501 Guelph Line Clinic
Child Ear Infections
“Here Is Some Very Valuable Information From Our Burlington Clinic If Your Child Is Suffering From
Ear Infections”
I do not have to tell you how painful ear infections can be especially in children but what is even more upsetting is that many parents do not realize that is a natural and safer solution available to them.
And it is not antibiotic therapy or ear tubes as these are the types of treatments that we are trying to avoid anyway because of their unfavorable side-effects.
Now contrary to what you may have been told, ear infections are not really caused by bacteria and viruses.
They are the result however of a poorly functioning immune system.
And any doctor will tell you that your immune system will only work as well as your central nerve system.
So when the immune system becomes compromised, the normal viruses and bacteria found in the body can multiply to abnormal numbers and this is what causes an infection.
It is important for you to understand that one of the main reasons an immune system can become compromised is due to spinal nerve stress (SNS).
And when this occurs in children, ear infections are often the result.
Another even more important thing for you to understand is that chiropractic adjustments have proven to be very effective in helping children with ear infections because they act to reduce SNS.
Reducing spinal nerve stress will ensure that your central nerve system will function at optimal potential and the benefit of this will be a stronger immune system which will better defend against sickness and infections.
So, if you are frustrated with the number of ear infections your child is getting, please call to make an appointment for a free initial consultation.
Then I can show you exactly how we can help & in most cases we can get started with treatments right away.
Our phone #is 905 335 5433. Please call today!
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Children Suffering From Asthma
“For Parents Who Have Children Suffering From Asthma”
For parents who have children suffering from asthma, here is something for you to consider.
As you know, asthma is a condition where breathing becomes difficult and laborious due to spasmodic contractions of the bronchial tubes.
And, the condition is often times aggravated by exertion or physical exercise.
This can especially be a problem for kids who are actively involved in sports and athletics.
Medication is most often prescribed for asthmatic children in the form of puffers.
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Oral medications and injections may also be used but it is very important for you to understand that any medication is for crisis management only and they do nothing to address the real cause of the problem.
What is even more important for you to be aware of are some of the potentially dangerous side-effects associated with asthma medication.
Side –effects of short acting puffers: poor growth, decreased bone density, easy bruising, cataracts, glaucoma, adrenal gland suppression.
Side – effects of long acting puffers: increased severity of asthma attacks, increased risk of fatal asthma episodes.
Side – effects of oral medications: headaches, stomach upset, skin rash, liver problems, sore throat.
Side –effects of injections: slight risk of anaphylactic shock & cancer.
Now, I know that if you are the parent of an asthmatic child, you would prefer if they weren’t taking any medication or they did not have asthma at all.
Well, even though it is not a cure, you should know that chiropractic care has proven to be very helpful for children who suffer with asthma.
I have seen many asthmatic patients in my 25 years of family practice either decrease their drug dependency or get off of their asthma medication completely once the flexibility in their spine and rib-cage has been restored.
This is what chiropractic care can do.
It will allow the child to breathe easier and can also reduce the number of bronchial spasms.
So, if you are concerned about how you are treating your child’s asthma & would like to try a natural alternative, why don’t you call us to schedule an appointment for a free initial consultation so we can discuss this further.
Our phone number is 905 335 5433 & we have office hours on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & most Saturday mornings.
Please give us a call today.
Osteoporosis Drug Watchout
“Osteoporosis Drug Linked To Kidney Damage”
Even though this report is from America, they still prescribe similar drugs in Canada ……
Another dire warning has been added to the label of one very popular intravenous osteoporosis drug, this one about the risk of potential kidney failure.
In January 2009, the FDA acknowledged 5 deaths due to kidney failure connected with this drug – generically called zoledronic acid but also sold under a brand name. The FDA did nothing but ‘monitor the situation.’
By April 2011, 11 more deaths were reported. And that did not include the cases of kidney failure – requiring dialysis – where the patient did not die.
Worse, these deaths come on the heels of other serious problems linked to the drug and these come directly from the prescribing information:
- severe incapacitating bone, joint &/or muscle pain
- atypical femur fractures (unusually broken thigh bones)
- osteonecrosis of the jaw (death of the jaw bone)
And this drug is supposed to help protect your bones !?
If you are using medication for osteoporosis, maybe you should reconsider.
Find a way to keep your bones strong & healthy without risking your kidneys, your bones or your life.
We may be able to offer some suggestions.
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Soy And Testosterone Resistance
“What Men Need To Know About SOY And Testosterone Resistance”
Soy has become a very popular protein alternative in recent years & is now a common food additive.
But, this is what you need to know especially if you are male.
Soy promotes what is called testosterone resistance in the body. When you don’t have enough testosterone it can rob you of your sexual desire & energy.
And if you are a body builder, it is difficult to build muscle mass without normal levels of testosterone.
Studies show that soy’s 2 main estrogen-like compounds – genistein and daidzein – create this resistance to testosterone.
They block your sex hormones, called androgens, from reaching their androgen receptors.
In fact, researchers investigating ways of reducing testosterone for prostate cancer patients found a surefire way: soy!
So, how do you avoid the hidden dangers of soy?
Read your labels.
It is best to be aware of how much soy you are consuming.
And remember that it is just not in your food but also on your food.
Those shiny fruits and vegetables you buy are sprayed with a waxy coating which contains soy to thicken the coating so it sticks to the produce.
What to do?
Buy your fruits and veggies form the local farmer’s market.
Remember that you should always eat local which means that if it had to travel more than 100 miles to get to your table, it should not be on your table.
And, whey protein or rice protein are better and much safer protein sources.
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Treating Children Colds
“Here’s Something To Consider Regarding Child Colds From Our Burlington Clinic”
Here is something for you to think about if your child is suffering from frequent colds.
Especially now that we are approaching the time of year when parents will be pressured into having their kids get the flu shot even though they may not be totally comfortable with it.
All I can say is that I strongly urge that you do your due diligence.
They are your kids after all.
Find out what they are injecting into your children.
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And remember this – if there is a problem afterwards, it will be very unlikely that there will be anyone there to help you and support you.
It is important that you make a very informed decision about this.
You can find a lot of good information on-line.
Getting back to the common cold – it important for you to understand that when your body is healthy, it is normal to get 2 colds per year. One in the fall as your body is preparing for the cold weather germs and one in the spring as your body is preparing for the warm weather germs.
And the way that this happens is by means of a cold and flu-like symptoms.
Children will tend to get a few more colds however as their immunity is growing , learning and developing but it should not be one 2 week cold after another.
But if this is the case as it is for many children, it means that their immune system is not working up to par.
There can be several reasons for poor immune function such as improper diet, the use of drugs and medications but the main reason is due to spinal nerve stress ( SNS ).
Spinal nerve stress will compromise the ability of the immune system to defend the body properly and when this happens in children, frequent colds are often times the result.
Now it is important for you to know this – there are scientific studies showing that people receiving regular chiropractic care have immune systems that respond better when challenged.
This means that they are less likely to get colds & sickness and it is my clinical observation after 25 years in practice that this is absolutely true. People who get regular chiropractic care are generally healthier and this includes children.
Why is this?
Because chiropractic care reduces SNS which will allow your immune system to work at peak potential the way it should all the time.
So, if you are concerned with how many colds your kids are getting, why don’t you call us to schedule an appointment for a free initial consultation.
Then I can show you exactly how it is that we can help.
We have office hours on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and most Saturday mornings.
Our phone # is 905 335 5433.
Please call today.
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Treating Lower Back Injury
“Here’s What Our Burlington Clinic Says You Should Be Doing If You Have Injured Your Lower Back”
Whether you have injured your back several times or this is the first time, this is what you need to know.
You need to get off of your feet immediately. Lie down on the floor & put both of your feet up on a chair.
Slide a flat, soft ice-pack across your lower back & leave it there for 15 minutes. Do this once an hour.
Never, ever put a hot pack on an injury!
If this position is not comfortable, lie on your side on the floor.
Whatever side is most comfortable.
Bring your knees up towards your chest a little bit and put a pillow between your knees.
Again, put an ice pack on once an hour for 15 min.
Once you are able to move around, you need to get to a chiropractor immediately.
Ignoring the problem or treating it with pain-killers, muscle relaxers or anti-inflammatory drugs is not going to do you any favors in the long run.
Most of the time, lower back pain is from a pinched nerve or an inflamed spinal joint. Pulled muscles rarely happen but muscles will get sore and stiff if there is an underlying pinched nerve and inflamed spinal joint.
And understand this.
You do not get lower back pain because you do not have enough pain-killers, muscle relaxers or anti-inflammatory drugs in your diet.
The underlying cause most of the time is due to NOT practicing good spinal hygiene habits.
Chiropractic adjustments will help to heal both your pinched nerves and your spinal joints.
The awesome thing is that not only can we help you feel better, but we can actually help make your back stronger and more durable.
Remember that your back will be your greatest asset or your greatest liability as you age.
It all depends on how you take care of it throughout your lifetime.
If you want to know more, call us anytime @ 905 335 5433. Consultations are always free and we are here to help in any way that we can.
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