Precision Chiropractic

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Archives for February 2023

Foramen Magnum – The “Big Hole”

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Today we are going to talk about the foramen magnum – literally translated as “the big hole.” This big hole is located at the bottom of your skull and it is where your spinal cord and brain connect in an area called the brainstem. This big hole is the gateway between your skull and spine. Besides the brainstem, there are also two vertebral arteries that pass through this area, and it also serves as the drainage route for the CSF (cerebrospinal fluid) produced in the brain.

Let’s just say there is a lot of important physiological traffic happening in and around this big hole!

This is why ensuring alignment between the skull and the spine is so important. Any MISalignment will decrease the proper spacing for all this traffic to flow through and as a result, cause physiological damage and failure. 

Another great reason to keep your head on straight!

The Power of Omega-3 Supplements for Optimal Health

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Omega-3 fatty acids are essential nutrients for human health. They play a crucial role in brain function, heart health, and reducing inflammation in the body. Unfortunately, most people don’t get enough omega-3s from their diet, and this is why a high-quality supplement can help.

Here are some of the benefits of taking omega-3 supplements:

  1. Supports heart health: Omega-3s are known to reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering blood pressure, reducing triglycerides, and preventing the formation of blood clots.
  2. Reduces inflammation: Chronic inflammation is linked to several health problems like arthritis, cancer, and heart disease. Omega-3s have anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce inflammation in the body.
  3. Supports brain health: Omega-3s are crucial for brain health and development, and they may reduce the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
  4. May improve mood: Omega-3s may help reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety by improving brain function and reducing inflammation in the body.
  5. Promotes healthy skin: Omega-3s help keep the skin hydrated and may reduce the risk of acne, psoriasis, and other skin conditions.

Overall, taking an omega-3 supplement can be a simple and effective way to improve your health and well-being. It’s important to note that not all omega-3 supplements are created equal, and it is essential to choose a high-quality supplement from a reputable source. If your current fish oil supplements give you the dreaded “fish burps” chances are the oil is rancid. We can help you with that.

Slow Fix

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Is there such a thing as a quick fix when we are talking about our health? 

How many miracle cures and pills have we seen? How many diet fads have come and gone? 

It is human nature to want things to happen quickly with the least amount of effort. But let’s look around at Mother Nature and see what she has to say:

Nine months for a baby to be born. 

Seven years for our body to replace each cell. 

Up to 10 years before some cancers, such as ovarian, can be detected.

Nine months to two years for fibrous tissues like tendons and ligaments to fully heal. 

Healing from dis-ease is a process that takes time. When we want to be healthy we must work with the healing process, not try to bypass it. 

This is where a lot of us get it wrong. We think we got sick at the moment when the symptoms show up, so we believe the solution ought to be just as swift.

The truth is each takes time – both the development of the illness or condition AND its resolution.

The question then lies in how you choose to spend this time. Is it going toward grasping at straws in hopes of a quick fix or toward actually fostering a solution?

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