By Anne Tenzer

Chiropractic is a discipline in health and wellness which promotes proper functioning of the nervous system. It basically concentrates on the spine as it is through it that our nervous system functions. Though chiropractic tends to focus on the spinal cord, its importance is not limited to back-related disorders. It seeks revive the body’s vigor by means of the hands adjusting abnormalities in the musculoskeletal system. Chiropractic experts believe that ailments affect the human body through the nervous system. Chiropractic does not utilize drugs and chemicals therefore, it is safe, natural and most of all, painless.

Chiropractic’s basic therapy is through manipulation of the spinal cord along the muscles that surround it. Chiropractors, a term used for chiropractic practitioners, are doctors themselves. Before they manipulate the spine, several tests and processes are conducted on the patients. Patients undergo consultations, physical examination, laboratory and x-ray procedures. According to principles that govern the practice of chiropractic, patients feel better when their spines are manipulated to an ideal form. They say that improvement in the spine’s form eliminates bad health conditions therefore improving the person’s quality of life. As mentioned, chiropractors do not only focus on the back part of the body. They also take part in determining the health needs of their patients such as food intake and exercise for overall vigor and revitalization of the body and the mind. They encourage their patients to practice healthy lifestyle along with care to the nervous system.

Many people believe that chiropractic is not needed to improve the quality of life. People tend to even ignore chiropractic when they do not feel backaches or when backaches are bearable. They do not realize the incredible health benefits this medical discipline offers.

Since chiropractic involves spine manipulation, it improves posture not only for aesthetic purposes but also to make the nervous system achieve its optimal function. When problems in the nervous system are addressed, the person’s mobility and muscle coordination greatly improve as well. With this comes a stronger immune system which will deflect harmful elements in our environment. Other benefits of chiropractic are rapid tissue repair, rapid recovery from physical injury, stress and tension free life, more energy and productivity.

The benefits of chiropractic are too important to ignore. If you want to be healthy for yourself and for your loved ones, start chiropractic and be an inspiration to others.

The Benefits of Green Tea

By Mark Seeger

Despite its fanfare in China as a medicine for common ailments for over 3000 years, green tea has only been recently discovered as a remedy for illness in the Western World. There have been numerous studies done both in Asia and the West which have proved its health benefits, among other benefits; green tea has been shown to prevent some cancers and ward of Alzheimer’s disease.

Green tea has been conclusively proven to reduce the risks of heart disease. Compounds in green tea reduce the bad cholesterol (LDL), and increases the ratio between good cholesterol (HDL) to bad cholesterol. So if you are at an age where you are more likely to be diagnosed with heart disease, drinking green tea can help ward it off. Likewise, if you are a younger individual whose lifestyle factors promote the likelihood of getting heart disease, then drinking green tea can reduce and maintain your cholesterol at acceptable levels.

Similarly, drinking recommended amounts of green tea can help your body ward of cancer. Green tea contains copious amounts of antioxidants called ‘polypenols’ which fight off free radicals that cause cancers. We are all exposed to free radicals such as pollution, stress, radiation, unhealthy food, etc and by having large amounts of antioxidants in our system we are better able to ward of attacks from free radicals.

Scientists have discovered that green tea contains properties that reduce germs and bacteria inside our mouth, in particular our gums. Therefore, not only will green tea reduce heart disease, help you ward of cancers, it can also prevent gum disease like gingivitis. Among these health benefits, scientists have also discovered that green tea can aid in the digestive process as well as helping to loose weight by increasing metabolism levels.

So drink at least four glasses of drink tea a day according to Cleveland’s Western Reserve University, and enjoy the myriad of health benefits associated with its consumption.

Chiropractic for Better Health

By Wes Homan

As working Americans continue to battle the current economic downslide with second jobs, longer hours, and larger workloads, maintaining a healthy body and mind is becoming more important than ever. More hours of harder work are leaving many working Americans with stiff necks, sore backs, and aching muscles. If your body is beginning to feel the brunt of your labor, consider setting up an appointment with a licensed chiropractor. Looking into chiropractic treatment could lead to a much happier, healthier, and more comfortable you.

A treatment by a licensed chiropractor will generally include “adjustments” to the patient’s bones, joints, and tendons in an effort to relieve pressure and loosen tight or aching muscles. While many people wrongly think that chiropractors are merely glorified back-crackers, these licensed physicians can provide a host of adjustments to your body which could leave you feeling relieved, relaxed, and rejuvenated.

Most chiropractors treat their practice as a method of helping the patient’s body heal itself. Studies have suggested that chiropractic treatments can be effective in relieving back pain (especially lower back pain), neck pain, and migraine headaches. Relieving these chronic pain issues has the potential to tremendously increase your daily happiness and bodily well-being.

If you are considering making a first-time visit to a chiropractor, be sure to seek out a highly-qualified licensed professional. Many alternative treatment facilities boast services comparable to a chiropractic office but house no such licensed professionals. If you have any doubts at all regarding the legitimacy of a potential chiropractic, request to see their Doctor of Chiropractic degree. This degree is a requirement for licensed chiropractic professionals and ensures that you will be treated by a reliably physician.

Also, prior to setting up an appointment for your first chiropractic treatments, be sure to check with your health insurance company to determine the potential coverage of a treatment. While many insurance companies do not consider chiropractic treatments as necessary medicine and therefore will not cover these treatments, most insurance companies will at least subsidize the costs associated with a chiropractor. You might even check with your employer to see if they will help with the costs.

By Wes Homan

Tea is a beverage which is obtained by curing the leaves of the plant Camellia sinensis. There are three main varieties of tea. They are the black, green and Oolong types. They can all be processed from the same plant, but undergo different stages of production. The green tea is obtained by minimal oxidation of the plant while it is processed.

Green tea originated from China and has since become popular in Asia, The Middle East and Japan. It has become well recognized for healing and preventing diseases such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease, infection and diseases of the immune system. It contains vitamins which are good anti oxidants. They purge the body of toxins, lower cholesterol levels and prevent blood clot formation which is abnormal. It has been said to boost mental alertness and the immune system. It also lowers stress hormone levels in the body. Other uses of green tea include weight loss, skin care and mouthwash. A regular daily intake helps in the overall health and well being of the body. Clinical evidence also shows that it can be applied directly to the skin and the leaves used as an exfoliant.

When making green tea, it is important not to overbrew it as the flavour might be ruined. It is always best to follow the manufacturers’ instructions as the varieties have different methods of preparation. It is very difficult to recommend a dosage, but it is believed that 3 cups of green tea a day is not bad considering the fact that it contains caffeine.

However, green tea is said to cause insomnia in those who take it regularly. This happens to be the only harmful effect of the tea.