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by Dr. Wendy Lanser D.C. | Apr 19, 2021 | Health Articles, Office News, Our Newsletter
Dear Patient and Friend,
A long-term research study shows that something as simple as eating two fruits and three vegetables a day can add more healthy years to your life.
Scientists from Harvard Medical School published their findings in the journal “Circulation.” Their conclusion was unmistakable – after following almost two million adults from all over the world, including two studies that watched 100,000 participants over a thirty-year period, eating two servings of fruit and three servings of vegetables per day was the optimal proportion for longevity. People who ate in this way demonstrated a 13% less risk of death from all causes – 12% fewer heart conditions and stroke, 10% less cancer, and a whopping 35% less respiratory disease.
A few guidelines, though – starchy veggies like potatoes, corn, and peas didn’t affect longevity, though they aid digestion because of their high fiber content. Fruit juices don’t extend your life – it’s better to eat the whole fruit, like oranges, grapes, and apples. The fruits and vegetables that seemed to have the most positive benefits were citrus fruits, berries, carrots, and green leafy vegetables like spinach, lettuce, and kale.
A portion is considered 80 grams, or 1/3 cup, so working two portions of fruit (2/3 cup) and three portions of vegetables (1 cup) into a full day of eating sounds reasonable enough. And, remember not to undo the good you do with those fruits and veggies with too much processed food, sugar, or salty fried foods – studies like this help us understand why a healthy balanced diet adds years to your life and life to your years.
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by Dr. Wendy Lanser D.C. | Jan 5, 2021 | Health Articles, Office News, Our Newsletter
Dear Patient and Friend,
Your immune system is responsible for protecting you from infection, and so you have heard a lot about immunity in the news these days. Your body comes fully equipped to defend itself, and that’s why the huge majority of the time you get sick, your body fights it off naturally, even with a very serious illness like COVID-19.
As much as 98% of the people who get coronavirus recover, and that’s because your miraculous immune system takes care of eliminating most invaders like bacteria or viruses, for example.
But did you know that your brain also plays a major role in keeping you safe and healthy? The brain oversees the cells that gobble up the microorganisms that are associated with diseases, and that’s why, in addition to taking good care of your immune system, with Vitamin C, Vitamin D3, zinc, and selenium, for example, you also need to take care of your brain.
Avoid injuries and stress, and arrange to be examined by your family chiropractor, who will tell you how healthy your brain is and what you can do to get it healthier still. Your chiropractor, Wendy Lanser, DC, is a secret weapon to keep you healthy – but only if you go in for a check-up. See your doctor of chiropractic, and ask about the health of your brain – you may be surprised by what you learn.
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by Dr. Wendy Lanser D.C. | May 14, 2020 | Office News, Our Newsletter
Dear Patient and Friend,
Chances are, you have been affected in some way by the unusual and harmful onset of coronavirus infection – COVID-19 has moved quickly through our population because our bodies are unfamiliar with this virus, and therefore we have not yet developed immunity to it, as we have with dozens of other infections.
We will ultimately be fine, as we have come through other viral challenges like ebola, the swine flu, and of course the common cold. This virus seems to affect the huge majority of those infected gently or not at all, while 2-3% do not survive the infection.
If the infection is contained, then not as many people contract the disease, which is why it has been so important to observe social distancing, a technical term that simply means “staying away from each other.” So, other than washing your hands and staying as clean and sanitary as possible, keeping yourself and your family out of harm’s way means we should be wise enough to isolate ourselves, remaining at home, and if we do have to go out, putting six feet or so between you and anyone you engage.
Even though it’s frustrating and difficult, this is an important part of staying healthy during a widespread infection, a pandemic – ride it out, do the best you can, and take steps to stay as healthy as possible.
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by Dr. Wendy Lanser D.C. | Mar 18, 2020 | Office News, Our Newsletter
Dear Patient and Friend,
Unless you live in an area that is warm in January and February, you’re probably looking forward to getting outside for a breath of fresh, spring air. The change of seasons is a time for exhilaration, but it also causes stress for some people.
Spring cleaning, gardening, outdoor sports, getting kids to and from their school and social engagements – there’s a lot going on, and it can be hard to keep up.
That’s why it’s so important to take extra good care of yourself, so the stresses of the season don’t knock you off course. Get enough sleep – seven or eight hours for most people. Drink enough water – at least six or eight glasses a day, if not more. Avoid processed foods, salty and sweet snacks, and instead choose fresh, wholesome, healthy foods and treats.
Everything you do to make yourself healthier is an investment you make in yourself. And one of the best investments you can make is to get yourself and your loved ones a check-up by your family chiropractor, Dr. Wendy Lanser, DC.
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by Dr. Wendy Lanser D.C. | Feb 6, 2020 | Office News, Our Newsletter
Dear Patient and Friend,
A new study from the University of North Carolina showed that our genes respond to kindness. The research included three groups of people – one group that learned to meditate, one group that learned a special loving-kindness meditation, and a control group that did not meditate at all.
The results were startling. The group that learned and practiced the loving-kindness meditation had measurable changes in their genetic material – specifically, the protective end caps on each chromosome, called telomeres, showed decreased wear and tear.
Why is that important? The wear and tear on the telomeres is a sure sign of aging – in other words, those who practiced the kindness meditation actually slowed their aging process! That means that there is a direct relationship between being kind and living longer.
So, there’s more to kindness than just being a nice person, though that is, of course, a good thing to be. It turns out that looking for ways to express kindness is good for you as well as those you are kind to – it extends your life, makes your body work better, and it feels really good, too!
Practice kindness – it will make this world a better place, and also give you more years to live and enjoy.
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by Dr. Wendy Lanser D.C. | Nov 21, 2019 | Office News, Our Newsletter
Dear Patient and Friend,
Time Magazine, along with AARP, reports on a paper published last year in the journal “Circulation,” which defines five keys to longevity that anyone can learn and master.
1. Eat a healthy diet – a study done in 2017 states that improving your diet by 20% can have a 17% impact on extending your life, so even if you aren’t perfect, conscious eating can make a big difference. Fresh fruits and veggies, whole grains, nuts, and healthy fats, and plant-based proteins, with less sugar and salt and fewer processed foods and red meats, can set you up for more years to enjoy your life.
2. Exercise regularly – 150 minutes of moderate exercise or 75 minutes of more intense exercise each week can keep you fit for extra years.
3. Maintain a healthy body weight – obesity killed 186,000 people last year due to diabetes, heart disease, and cancer, so figure out your best target weight and get there. If you need help, ask.
4. Drink in moderation – one or two adult beverages per day is considered safe for most people, any more is risky – be wise about this.
5. Don’t smoke – obviously smoking has been linked to respiratory disease, heart attacks, stroke, and cancer – if you don’t smoke, don’t start, and if you do, get help and quit. It’s a drug addiction and you need to fix it.
And, if you’re serious about living as long as you can with a great quality of life, don’t forget to include chiropractic care. It will destress you, make you more flexible, and your brain will be healthier, too.
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