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Go Touch Grass: The Healthy Aspect of Being Outside
Have you been feeling exhausted lately? Have you been suffering from headaches that come and go? Maybe you have high blood pressure or are anemic? Perhaps your immune system has been suppressed, and you can’t seem to shake that stuffy nose? There are many places to turn to for advice on how to get back to the healthiest version of yourself. But have you ever considered just… going outside?

I know what you’re thinking, that there is no way simply spending time outdoors can fix anything! But there are numerous physical, mental, and emotional health benefits to going outside:

Benefits of Sunlight

An estimated 1 billion people worldwide are deficient in Vitamin D. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin known to help the body absorb and retain calcium and phosphorus; both are critical for building strong bones. Luckily, our body can make its own with the help of a bit of sunlight.

There are two types of Ultraviolet rays the sun provides for us:
- UVA rays have lower energy and longer wavelengths, meaning they can penetrate through glass.
- UVB rays have a higher amount of energy and a shorter wavelength. They cannot penetrate glass, but they do help with Vitamin D Production.
Both indoor and outdoor sunlight exposure can cause the skin to release Nitric Oxide into the bloodstream. Nitric Oxide is a compound occurring in the body that causes blood vessels to dilate, which can stimulate the release of hormones such as insulin and human growth hormone (HGH). It can also relieve high blood pressure levels, decreasing bodily stress.

Sun exposure can also lead to increased iron and carbon monoxide production. Now I know what you are going to say: Isn’t carbon monoxide deadly to breathe in? It absolutely is, but when it is converted in small amounts in the cells, it prevents the production of inflammatory cytokine cells. This means your body can actually produce its own anti-inflammatory effect!

The sun can help heal your skin too. UVB light has been shown to help improve inflammatory autoimmune-related skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. The UVB rays help to slow down overreactive skin cells and calm inflammation.

The sun even aids in your sleep pattern. There is a direct line between decreased sun exposure and cognitive impairment. Natural sunlight impacts our circadian rhythm, which affects serotonin and melatonin production. Without proper light wave exposure, serotonin can’t produce enough melatonin to induce a regular sleep cycle later in the evening.

Benefits of Fresh Air

There are many proven health benefits of fresh air. Some of these include stress relief, boosted energy, reduced high blood pressure, reduced depression and anxiety, improved sleep, and even clear lungs.

When you breathe in, oxygen enters your lungs and then moves into the blood, while carbon dioxide moves out and is exhaled. Mold, pet dander, stale carpet, and bacteria can contribute to a poorer quality of air inside your house, so your lungs could use a break!

Breathing in the fresh air and smelling the outdoor plants and flowers has even been shown to relieve anxiety and stress-related issues. This is because oxygen aids in the release of serotonin, which is our mood-regulating hormone. More serotonin means a generally happier mood.

Many studies show that time spent outside has critical psychological effects on the mind, including decreased negative thoughts, reduced symptoms of ADHD and ADD, and improved cognitive development. Breathing in fresh air increases the amount of oxygen moving into your blood and brain, improving mental clarity.

Benefits of Grounding

Another way to reap the benefits of going outside is to engage in grounding, also known as earthing. Grounding is an exercise where you place your bare hands or feet directly against the Earth’s surface. It is prevalent in many cultures worldwide and has been shown to improve overall health and well-being.

Encounters with nearby nature help alleviate mental fatigue by relaxing and restoring the mind. Different parts of our brain activate in nature—our mind calms, leading to physical changes, like a reduction in heart rate and blood pressure.

Did you know 90% of chronic health conditions are linked to inflammation? The Earth is FULL of antioxidants, which help to protect healthy cells from inflammation damage. When we touch the surface of the Earth, free electrons are transferred through the skin and into our bodies. They then pair up with free radicals to act as antioxidants.

In the same way, grounding and its anti-inflammatory properties can improve wound healing. In fact, it is possible to feel a decrease in pain in as little as 30 minutes.

Physically connecting your body to the Earth can improve sleep, reduce pain, increase heart rate variability, increase wound healing, reduce blood viscosity, reduce stress, and so much more.

So what now?

GO OUTSIDE! Scientists have proven that simply looking at the color green can reduce stress levels, so the benefits of spending time outdoors speak for themselves. Not to mention going outside gets you engaged in physical activity. Whether you are walking, biking, golfing, gardening, or sitting, mother nature is ready to serve you.

“nature is not an amenity—it’s a necessity. We need to take it seriously.”

-Assoc. Prof. Marc Berman, director of University of Chicago’s Environmental Neuroscience Lab

Also to find other ways to get healthy and stay healthy for a lifetime contact our Littleton, CO wellness center.
February 6, 2023
February 2023 Newsletter
Enjoy the benefits of chiropractic – the largest natural, drug-free, surgery-free, expressive healthcare system in the world.
More and more families are discovering that periodic chiropractic checkups and adjustments promote health and healing without drugs and dangerous medical treatments.
More and more people are turning away from symptom treatment and choosing natural ways of achieving and `maintaining health.

Tired of taking drugs and the medical runaround? Welcome to the world of chiropractic – discover how natural health can be.

“If you don’t read the newspaper you are uninformed; if you do read the newspaper you are misinformed.” – Mark Twain.

This issue’s table of contents
- Chiropractic for change
- Chinese medicine for winter change
- Chiropractic can help you run faster, jump higher, be stronger
- Questions and answers about chiropractic
- Did you know?
- Researching chiropractic
- Words of wisdom
- Humor
- References
Chiropractic for Change

What season causes people to get sick the most? The answer may surprise you – it’s not any particular season; it’s a change of seasons.

Adaptation requires a healthy nervous system. When seasons change, we must adapt to changes in temperature, humidity, light, energy levels, activity, and more. That is why you should especially see your chiropractor when the seasons change. Chiropractic frees your nervous system from stress so you can adapt to your fullest.

Chinese medicine for winter change

The change of seasons affects our health, and each season has its own way of affecting us. Did you ever wonder why you feel more tired in the winter?

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), winter is a time of cold, darkness, dampness, and inactivity. It is a time of rest and restoration. In winter, you should recharge your batteries as you prepare for Spring. Early to bed and late to rise is best, as is a minimum of spending energy.

TCM considers the kidneys as a source of all energy (Qi) within the body. Your kidneys store all your reserve Qi to be used in times of stress and change or to heal, prevent illness, and age gracefully.

So during the winter months, nurturing and nourishing your energy is essential. If you are less active, it’s wise to reduce the amount of food you eat, to avoid gaining weight. Avoid raw foods as much as possible during the winter, as these tend to cool the body. Warming foods for winter include warm hearty soups, whole grains, and roasted nuts to warm the body. Sleep early, rest well, stay warm, relax, and stay warm by the fire. (1)

Chiropractic can help you run faster, jump higher, be stronger

Top athletes from all over the world rely on chiropractic to keep their body structure balanced, their nerve system healthy and their muscles and joints functioning at their peak.

Name the sport: golf, tennis, baseball, football, soccer, track, swimming, hockey, martial arts, wrestling, and all the others – chiropractic is used by top players in all these fields to give them the winning edge. Why? Chiropractic promotes better balance, improved coordination, increased strength, and vitality. Athletes are fine-tuned and very sensitive to their bodies. That’s why they make some of the most grateful chiropractic patients.

Because of the above benefits, chiropractic can help prevent sports injuries and can also help an injured player return to the game or competition faster. (2,3,4)

Of course, you don’t need to be an Olympian or a professional athlete to go to a chiropractor; anyone who uses his/her body needs it to function at its peak. That means everyone. Even computer users, even kids on their smartphones (they especially need chiropractic structural care).

Words of Wisdom

“The inherent vice of capitalism is the unequal sharing of blessings. The inherent blessing of socialism is the equal sharing of misery.” -Winston Churchill.

“A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have.” -Thomas Jefferson.

Researching Chiropractic

Chiropractic clinical case histories have been a regular feature of our patient newsletter since its inception. There seems to be no limit to the health problems that respond to chiropractic care. How many people suffering, on drugs, facing a life of limitation could be helped by chiropractic care? Probably most of them.

Improvement in language in an autistic boy. A 17-year-old boy with autism, altered behavioral patterns, language deficits, sleeping problems, constipation, and earaches was brought in for chiropractic care.
He was under care for 24 months during which time chiropractic adjustments to reduce subluxation were administered.
The patient responded favorably to chiropractic care. He demonstrated a decrease in the frequency of earaches, normalized sleep patterns, improved language development, behavioral patterns, and digestion. (5)

Allergies and asthma in a 38-year-old. A 38-year-old woman was suffering from allergy-induced asthma since she was a teenager. She also complained of allergies, chronic sinus issues, headaches, and numbness in her right leg.
Adjustments were delivered to subluxations within the spine over the course of six months. Various analysis procedures such as surface electromyography (EMG) and thermography (heat reading) were used to monitor her progress.
After six months of care, the patient reported complete improvement in her asthma and allergies as well as improvement in her other complaints. (6)

Bye

Make 2023 a happier and healthier one by bringing in your friends and family for chiropractic checkups to help them avoid drugs and surgery.

Give us your feedback. Are there any subjects you’d like to hear about? Anything you dislike? Of course, if you’d like hard copies of this newsletter, stop by the office and we’ll give you some for your friends and relatives. If they have email, have them write to us and we’ll add them to our subscriber list.

References
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Interview with Nick Athens, DC Chiropractic Achievers November/December 1989;38
Herring RD, Marcell JL. Reduction in Autistic Behavior & Improvement in Language Development, Sleeping, Constipation, and Ear Infections in a 17-Year-Old Male Following Chiropractic Care: A Case Study. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health, Chiropractic ~ December 1, 2022, Pp. 114 -118.
Wozniak J, Kim S. Resolution of Allergic Asthma in a 38-Year-Old Female Undergoing Chiropractic Care for Vertebral Subluxation: A Case Study & Review of Literature. Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research ~ January 3, 2023, ~ Volume 2023 ~ Pages 1-10
February 1, 2023
What is Neurofeedback? 7 Things You Should Know

Your mental health is just as important as your physical health, so if you’re not taking good care of your brain, it’s time to start. One in five adults deals with some type of mental health issue. Are you one of them?

Have you considered trying neurofeedback?

What is neurofeedback anyway? What is it for? If you try neurofeedback, do you have to stop your other forms of mental health treatment?

Neurofeedback training trains brainwaves and gets them to form healthier patterns. It uses special stimulation to “train” the brain without the use of medication. Do you think it may be right for you?

Read on to learn about neurofeedback so you can make an informed choice.

1. It Helps a Wide Variety of Conditions

Neurofeedback can be effective for many mental health conditions (though not every person with a specific condition will have the same experience). So what is neurofeedback for? ADHD, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and a whole spectrum of other conditions.

Even people recovering from traumatic brain injuries have benefited from neurofeedback therapy. It may also help with things like memory loss.

If you think that you have a condition that could benefit from neurofeedback, talk to your doctor or therapist to see if it’s a viable option for you.

2. It Is Painless and Non-Invasive

The idea of neurofeedback is scary to some people. They worry that it may be somehow invasive, painful, or dangerous. Don’t worry about that.

One thing that’s essential to know about neurofeedback is that it’s safe. It’s non-invasive, and you shouldn’t feel any pain during your sessions. It’s even safe for children (though you should always discuss this with your child’s pediatrician first).

Sessions are quick. They usually last for about a half-hour, and patients are able to watch shows or listen to music throughout. Many people find the process relaxing.

On occasion, patients leave their sessions feeling moody or tired. This is a temporary effect, and patients should feel normal again after several hours (if not sooner).

3. You Can Combine It With Other Treatments

So what is neurofeedback therapy? One thing that it’s not is a replacement for other forms of mental health treatment. As a matter of fact, neurofeedback can be used in conjunction with other forms of treatment.

If you already see a therapist, there’s no reason that you can’t also try neurofeedback for even better results. The same is true if you take medication.

With that in mind, it’s also important to have a healthy body while doing neurofeedback. Make sure you’re eating nutritious foods and getting enough exercise. Your physical and mental health are intertwined, so treat your body well if you want to get the most out of treatment.

4. It May Help Treatment-Resistant Conditions

Many people struggle with treatment-resistant mental health conditions. This means that despite their best efforts, they can’t seem to find relief. They may use the best medications and have access to the most qualified mental health professionals, but they’re still struggling.

Neurofeedback is a promising option for people who are in this situation.

Neurofeedback is a different type of treatment altogether. It may be exactly what someone needs to start healing and could even make their other treatments more effective.

5. It Re-Trains Your Brain

Neurofeedback literally trains your brain. It’s like exercise! You exercise the rest of your body to stay healthy, so why wouldn’t you also exercise your brain?

When your brain gets scanned, a technician will be able to see where there may be problems. Using that scan, they’ll create a map and a treatment plan for you and your brain’s “training sessions.”

Throughout your sessions, the technician will use positive reinforcement to get your brain back on the right track, so to speak.

6. It’s Not New

Many people think that neurofeedback sounds futuristic like it’s straight out of a science-fiction movie. This isn’t the case, as it’s not a brand-new process.

Neurofeedback has been around for about sixty years.

That said, it didn’t always look like it does now. It used a much simpler reward system in the past, and mapping the brain’s activity wasn’t nearly as accurate.

Scientists have been working on improving neurofeedback technology for decades, so you don’t have to worry about this “new and scary” form of treatment.

7. It Impacts Everyone Differently

Like many forms of mental health treatment, neurofeedback will have a different effect on everyone. It may start working within a few weeks or take several months before you notice a difference. Some people may not enjoy it at all and will decide that it’s not the right treatment option for them.

Your technician will tell you all about what realistic results for someone with your condition look like. They’ll be able to give you a general idea of how long it should take you to start seeing progress.

This type of treatment isn’t linear.

So What Is Neurofeedback? An Innovative Treatment

What is Neurofeedback? It’s a type of mental health treatment that trains your brain without using any surgical tools, medication, or talk therapy. You can use it in conjunction with the treatment you’re already receiving, as it’s not an alternative to other forms of treatment per se.

Are you interested in trying neurofeedback for yourself?

At Dody Chiropractic Center for Wholeness, we offer neurofeedback alongside a plethora of other wellness services. If you’d like to try neurofeedback, contact us today so we can schedule your appointment.

January 30, 2023
Chiropractor in Littleton, CO: Is Chiropractic Care Safe?
Did you know that chiropractic medicine goes back as far as 1895? Many people turn to chiropractic care when they experience bone and muscle-related pain. They rely on chiropractors to fix issues from headaches to poor posture. But take one look at a chiropractor’s work, and it might seem risky.

Chiropractors often use sudden twists or apply force to a specific area. This can sometimes result in a loud crack sound, making it seem like something has broken. However, when you come in for your visit to a chiropractor in Littleton, CO, you can rest assured that this is all perfectly safe.

In this article, we’ll discuss why chiropractic techniques are perfectly safe and, more importantly, beneficial to your health.

What Is Chiropractic Care?

Unlike many other forms of medical treatment, chiropractic techniques avoid regimens that involve prescribing medicine. Instead, they trust in the body’s ability to heal itself. They help to get the body moving in the right direction to promote that healing.

In most cases, a chiropractor focuses on making spinal adjustments. A spinal adjustment is when they may twist or apply force to “reset” the spine and other bones or muscles. This helps to realign the body to its “correct” position and may help with pain and other issues.

What Can a Chiropractor in Littleton, CO Treat?

Chiropractic care can treat the following:
- Pain in the lower back
- Neck pain, such as after a car accident
- Muscular pain throughout the body
- Headaches
A chiropractor can alleviate the pressure you experience in your discs and vertebrae. Many people turn to Littleton chiropractors when they experience chronic back pain. This debilitating condition may resist pain medication or other treatments.

There are many other situations where the chiropractic technique could benefit you. For example, people with scoliosis may rely on a chiropractor to relieve the tension resulting from a bent spine. Pain after a car accident is also a great reason to see your chiropractor. Braking suddenly and being jostled can lead to whiplash and other spinal issues. Those with sports injuries, such as contact sports like football, may feel the same.

Is Chiropractic Care Safe?

As we’ve mentioned, you may look at chiropractic techniques and feel uncomfortable. A chiropractor may suddenly twist your neck very sharply and cause a popping sound. Or, they may apply sudden and sharp pressure to your back, causing vertebrae to pop. This may make you think that something has broken.

However, spinal manipulation is considered to be a very safe form of treatment. Millions of Americans, like you, attend the chiropractor regularly to treat all sorts of conditions. All of them walk away from their appointment better, not worse.

What Is the Popping/Cracking Sound?

It’s essential to recognize that a chiropractor is not “breaking” anything when they perform these manipulations. The pop you hear is the sound of natural bubbles that are found in the fluid between your joints. This popping or cracking sound is the same as you might hear when cracking your knuckles or popping your back.

You may have heard the myth that cracking your knuckles is bad for you, but this has been disproven. Similarly, using these spinal manipulations to “pop” your spine does not damage the vertebrae. It only happens during your appointment, and the chiropractor–a licensed medical expert–performs them.

This pop or crack that you hear releases pressure and realigns your skeleton. It places it in the correct position, which promotes pain relief. The result is that you leave the appointment feeling brand-new.

Accreditation and Licenses

Keep in mind chiropractors have studied these techniques for years. They must obtain accreditation and licenses both at the federal and state level. Only then, after all this time and effort, can they treat you.

If you’re concerned, check to see if your chiropractor has their accreditation and licenses. If they do, you can rest assured that nothing will go wrong. Seek out a doctor with years of experience to ensure that you get the best care.

Find a Chiropractor Who Uses Gentle Chiropractic Techniques

If you’re still skeptical, there may be an alternative for you. Some chiropractors prefer to practice what is known as KST, or Korean Specific Technique. This technique hails from Eastern Asia, where acupuncture and cup therapy is common.

This technique does not involve any of that sharp twisting or popping. In fact, the methods used are gentle and may not cause any popping at all. These corrections may actually be more effective than the standard spinal manipulation you see with traditional chiropractors. The results may last longer. Many patients notice a dramatic change from their first experience and healing as a result.

Other Chiropractic Techniques

Chiropractors do have a strong focus on corrections and manipulations. However, many people don’t realize that they also do other forms of therapy. One example of this is working with functional nutrition. Functional nutrition involves doing bloodwork to identify the deficiencies in your system, then prescribing a supplemental treatment.

They can even do neurofeedback. This is a treatment that involves analyzing brain patterns, then trying to reprogram the “bad” ones into healthier patterns.

Find a Chiropractor in Littleton, CO

Chiropractic care is about treating musculoskeletal issues without resorting to addictive medication. Instead, a chiropractor uses spinal manipulations to help the body to heal naturally. It is safe, but for those still skeptical, you can always try KST–which may be more effective for you anyway.

Dr. Dody is a chiropractor in Littleton, CO, who can help you with your chiropractic needs. Check out his services today and schedule an appointment.
January 23, 2023
Neurofeedback in Denver, CO: What Is It and How Does It Work?
For you, being able to stay focused throughout the day in Denver is like climbing a mountain you can never get over. And you can’t help but wonder if you’ll ever master it. You’re not the only one with this struggle. Research shows that the prevalence of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, in America has doubled from a decade ago, reaching nearly 1%. Fortunately, a brain training system called neurofeedback that can help your central nervous system and, in turn, improve your ADHD. Here’s a rundown of everything you need to know about neurofeedback in Denver, CO.

What Is Neurofeedback?

Neurofeedback in Denver is a proven brain-based therapy used to treat issues and disorders stemming from the irregular function of the brain. This non-invasive treatment essentially rewires your brain by training it. Specifically, a therapist can help you consciously control or alter your brainwaves. As a result, the path your neurons take upon firing is altered.

This process ultimately encourages your brain to operate better and in a more traditional way. What’s more, it can enhance your brain’s performance without the need for drugs. This is invaluable, given that prescription drugs can have unwanted side effects.

What Neurofeedback Can Treat

You may be a candidate for neurofeedback if you suffer from any of the following conditions:
- Learning disorders, including dyscalculia and dyslexia
- Schizophrenia
- Addiction
- Insomnia
- Epilepsy
- Depression
- Anxiety
- ADHD
- Autism
- Tourette syndrome
- Parkinson’s disease
- Cerebral palsy
This treatment can also help treat memory loss, migraines/headaches, and cognitive function. You may also benefit from neurofeedback if you suffer from a brain injury or even PTSD and OCD.

Neurofeedback therapy may even be useful for relieving chronic pain and fibromyalgia. Likewise, athletes and individuals trying to recover from surgery may find it helpful in eliminating their discomfort.

How the Neurofeedback Process Works

The neurofeedback process is relatively simple. It involves the use of cutting-edge technology called brain mapping to measure your brainwaves.

With this technology, a trained professional will monitor your brain’s electrical activity and pick up this activity through sensors or electrodes. The sensors will be placed on your head. The goal is to position the sensors on the specific parts of your brain that your therapist is targeting.

Note that the sensors will look like fingers connected to various parts of your head. They will be attached to a device that looks like a helmet.

Audio or video presentations will then display your brain’s electrical activity. Through this process, you will be able to tell where higher quantities of electricity are firing in your brain.

This will allow you to view which paths your thoughts take. As a result, you will be able to see how you can excite or calm parts of your brain to accomplish the results you desire in a given situation.

Interpreting Your Brain’s Electrical Activity

Let’s say a sensor is placed on your head’s left side. This sensor will read your verbal expression function. Your therapist may determine that this section of your brain is not showing normal electrical activity levels, which might indicate that you are experiencing speaking, spelling, or reading issues. It may also point to dyslexia.

When you view your electrical activity presentation, low-frequency areas may point to lower levels of efficiency in these parts of your brain. Meanwhile, high-frequency areas might indicate that these parts of your brain are operating efficiently. For instance, these areas may be strong regarding learning and cognitive processing.

At the same time, higher-frequency areas could also indicate that you are experiencing fear or anxiety in those parts of your brain.

Addressing Your Brain-Related Issues

Based on your electrical activity results, your therapist will work with you to address the weaker parts of your brain through a process called operant conditioning. This learning process is aimed at strengthening your desired behaviors.

For instance, you might have to discuss uncomfortable situations, triggers, and trauma you have experienced. In this way, you can discover how your brain reacts to feelings of fear. Then, you can identify soothing methods.

Your therapist’s overall goal during this process is to help you to adopt effective self-regulation strategies. Then, they can show you your progress.

Why Should You Choose Neurofeedback?

By allowing you to visualize how your brain works, neurofeedback gives you the power you need to control your thoughts and your mind.

This can be immensely helpful if you have experienced significant life trauma. Likewise, it is a life-changing treatment for individuals with significant stress or mental health issues.

Neurofeedback can teach you what your brain looks like when you are content and calm. Then, you can discover how to control your brain patterns and therefore control your decisions and emotions more effectively.

It will help you to achieve the healing you need and, in turn, improve your overall well-being in the years ahead.

How We Can Help with Neurofeedback in Denver, CO

When performed properly, neurofeedback in Denver, CO, can help you to overcome brain-related issues such as ADHD and learning disorders. Likewise, it can assist you in relieving pain by rewiring the brain.

At Dody Chiropractic Center for Wholeness, we take pride in offering the latest treatments and tools, including neurofeedback. Get in touch with us to learn more about how neurofeedback in Colorado can improve your quality of life long term.
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January 9, 2023
5 Things to Know About Functional Nutrition in Denver, CO

Around 45% of the American population suffers from at least one chronic condition, showing just how common sickness is in our modern-day lives. As chronic illnesses are starting to affect so many people in their day-to-day lives, functional nutrition in Denver, CO, is one resource trying to help with this.

Chronic conditions have become more widespread, with more people having health concerns despite the fact that we are now so well educated on our health. Keep reading to discover how functional nutrition could help your health concerns.

1. Functional Nutrition Is Never the Same

The main point about functional nutrition is that it is different for everyone. This is not a one size fits all kind of nutritional program. Everyone with functional nutrition options will have a different path because your nutrition will specifically cater to your needs. Denver nutritionists will work with you to create a nutritional plan, charting a course of action that is only suitable for your lifestyle, health, and goals.

So this isn’t going to be like any other kind of diet that you may have tried, as it will benefit not only how you look and feel. It creates a more realistic nutritional plan that you can follow successfully—allowing you to take charge of your health through your diet and lifestyle.

2. Functional Nutrition Benefits Many Different People

If you are wondering what functional nutrition is, you probably want to know if it is right for you. Unlike a diet, functional nutrition is a plan used for each individual.

The good thing about this kind of nutrition is that it doesn’t follow the rules of a diet. It is created per person depending on their health needs and concerns.

Functional nutrition in Denver, CO, is based on a case-by-case system. It is unlike a typical diet that is only created to fix one or two issues—making it a good option for people looking to resolve those problems. It can be tweaked to fit any person and their health concerns for them to see the benefits.

If you suffer from migraines and insomnia, your nutrition program will be made to help those issues. If you want to lose weight and have more energy, that will be the focus of your plan.

Functional nutrition changes per person, making it ideal for just about anyone, as it allows you to tackle multiple concerns through mindful nutrition.

3. Real Food Matters

One of the most vital aspects of functional nutrition is that it is centered around real food. Denver healthcare strongly focuses on eating whole foods rather than processed foods.

Real foods heal and provide what your body needs to operate as best as it can. In contrast, processed foods provide very little nutritional quality and can actually harm your body.

Whole food is a vital part of helping your body to recover and heal, especially if you have health issues centered around food and gut health.

The building blocks of a healthy life have to start with the kinds of foods you are eating because this is what supplies your body with fuel, which could make or break your health.

Though functional nutrition is not a diet per se, it focuses on healthy foods, as many health concerns could be linked to poor nutrition and processed foods.

4. Functional Nutrition Isn’t as Limiting

Unlike traditional diets, functional nutrition isn’t going to be as limiting. It focuses on more than how much or how little you will be eating. Many standard healthy diets center around calories and the food pyramid, while functional nutrition takes more into consideration, depending on the person.

It can help you to lose weight, but that often isn’t the main priority. It will also feel more relaxed, as the goal is not necessarily to eat less or cut calories.

Because of this, functional nutrition won’t make you feel as restricted in your diet. There will be limitations, but these will often be explained by Denver nutritionists.

The main focus will be on fueling your body with good food that will benefit your health—helping your body to heal itself so that you can feel better in the long term.

4. Functional Nutrition Is Gut Focused

Functional nutrition is often going to be highly gut-focused for each patient. This is because gut health is so vital in maintaining your overall health. Your gut health directly impacts your immune system, and the immune system directly relates to chronic conditions you may struggle with.

Each person will go through an assessment to see where their gut health is at so that your nutritional plan can be created around that important aspect. Because of this, most people will have a program focused on gut health, helping them to eat foods that are good for their gut and avoid foods that aren’t ideal. This is also where whole foods come in, as they are very important for good gut health.

Benefits of Functional Nutrition in Denver, CO

Functional nutrition in Denver, CO, is something everyone should consider, as it is for everyone, especially those looking to improve their health.

Unlike other diets, this is something that anyone could benefit from, especially if you have any health concerns or want to feel better in your body.

Are you interested in having a functional nutrition plan for your health? Contact us today at Dody Chiropractic Center for Wholeness for more information.

January 9, 2023
Functional Nutrition in Littleton, CO: What Are the Benefits?

Studies show that 95% of diets will fail in the long run. This is because diets are not a one-size-fits-all solution. Instead, you should find ways to improve your health on a personal level.

One way you can do this is by learning more about functional nutrition. This approach allows you to look at your health holistically and use food as medicine.

Do you want to learn more about living a healthier life with functional nutrition in Littleton, CO? Keep reading this guide to learn more about the top benefits of functional nutrition and to get started with a functional nutrition plan.

Prevents Nutrient Deficiencies

One of the most significant benefits of practicing functional nutrition is that it can help you avoid nutrient deficiencies. In the United States, 31% of the population is at risk of having at least one vitamin deficiency or anemia.

Because functional foods contain many essential nutrients, you can use functional nutrition to prevent nutrient deficiencies and ensure that your body gets the nutrients it needs to work properly.

While you can find foods high in vitamins, minerals, and fiber, you can also find fortified foods to add to your diet. Things like iron-fortified flour can help you prevent iron deficiencies and can help you avoid unnecessary health conditions.

You Can Find Them in Many Sources

Next, there are many sources of functional foods, which makes it easy to improve your diet. While some diets are very restrictive or specialized, you can follow a functional nutrition plan simply by making healthier choices.

First, you can use conventional functional foods. These can include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and more! If these are difficult to access, you can use modified functional foods to improve your diet. This includes fortified grains, fortified juices, and even fortified dairy products.

Many foods fit into a balanced diet. Because there are so many sources of functional foods, you can improve your diet, no matter your food preferences.

Prevents and Protects Against Diseases.

When you start prioritizing functional nutrition, it can also help you prevent and protect against disease. This is because functional foods include nutrients that are necessary to help your cells develop properly. For example, many functional foods are high in antioxidants. These antioxidants neutralize free radicals, which can cause cell damage and chronic health conditions.

Learning how to fuel your body with functional nutrition in Denver, CO, can help prevent diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and even cancer.

Promotes Proper Development

Because functional nutrition keeps your body fueled adequately and prevents nutrient deficiencies, it also promotes proper development. This is especially important for young children and infants.

If they don’t receive the proper nutrients from their food, it may lead to development issues, defects, and more.

For example, a calcium deficiency can lead to lower bone density, bone loss, and even an increased risk of bone fractures.

Offers a Scientific Approach

Many diets do not provide long-term benefits and are simply fads that will be replaced by other diets in the future. However, functional nutrition offers a scientific approach to improving your health.

Your individual health plan starts with nutrition blood work. This allows your doctor to look at the imbalances in your body.

Once you know where your markers are, you can create a nutrition plan that will improve your specific imbalances rather than following a fad diet.

It treats the Entire Body

While functional nutrition allows you to improve your diet, it also allows you to treat your entire body with more than just food.

To truly improve your health, you may need to make many lifestyle changes. For example, your sleeping habits and even your stress levels can significantly impact your health.

Getting help with functional nutrition in Littleton can help you identify other factors that affect your health. This way, you can treat your body holistically.

Provides Individual Solutions

Another great benefit of functional nutrition is that it provides an individual solution. Everyone experiences different health problems, and these health problems have many different causes.

What works for one person may not work for you, so you need a personalized plan to improve your health. Functional nutrition is based on blood work. Because of this, you will know exactly what your body needs and how you can enhance your individual health.

Identifies Root Causes

Finally, functional nutrition can help you identify the root causes of all of your health problems. Rather than treating and masking the symptoms you are experiencing; functional medicine allows you to identify the root cause of your symptoms.

This makes it easier to treat and prevent illness in a holistic way. It takes the guesswork out of treatment and allows you to recover more quickly.

During your appointment with your doctor, they will try to identify why you developed symptoms rather than simply writing you a prescription. For example, you may have gotten sick due to poor nutrition or lack of sleep.

Not only can this help you treat your existing health issues, but it can also help you prevent future health problems from developing.

Need Help With Functional Nutrition in Littleton, CO?

Functional nutrition provides many health benefits. Not only does it help you fuel your body, but it allows you to take a holistic approach to improve your health. Learning more about the benefits of Littleton functional nutrition can help you find the right plan for your needs.

Do you need help with functional nutrition in Littleton, CO? Dody Chiropractic Center for Wholeness can help with functional nutrition, gentle chiropractic care, and neurofeedback training.

Contact us for a free consultation on your functional nutrition coaching and to get help reaching your health goals.

January 2, 2023
What Are the Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy?
Did you know that approximately 75% of pregnant women who receive chiropractic care during pregnancy feel relief in 2 to 4 days?

While pregnancy is an exciting time, it also leads to significant changes in your body. If you want to manage these changes naturally, learning about the benefits of chiropractic care during pregnancy is essential. Not only will you feel less pain, but you’ll also find other pregnancy symptoms improve.

In this guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know about the benefits of chiropractic care during pregnancy.

Relieves Pain

Back pain during pregnancy is common for a variety of factors. First, women gain 25 to 35 pounds on average during a healthy pregnancy. Your spine has to support the weight, and as a result, you can feel low back pain. In addition, the weight of the uterus and the growing baby puts pressure on the nerves and blood vessels in the back and pelvis.

You’ll also experience hormone changes during pregnancy. The hormone relaxin causes ligaments in the pelvis and joints to become looser. Posture changes occur since pregnancy changes your center of gravity, and over time you start to adjust your usual posture.

Chiropractic care can also help with other common conditions that occur during pregnancy, such as:
- Sciatic nerve pain
- Pubic symphysis pain
- Round ligament pain
- Sacroiliac pain
An experienced chiropractor like Dody Chiropractic in Littleton, CO, can use a gentle chiropractic technique like Koren Specific Technique (KST).

The KST method views the body as a whole and is used to balance the pelvis and other parts of the body. It also uses a device that introduces force and energy to the body, which doesn’t involve cracking or twisting. It was discovered in 2003, and you’ll notice results with a few gentle adjustments.

Reduces Nausea

Many women experience nausea during pregnancy. Nausea during pregnancy is due to hormones and changes in your nervous system, like an increased blood flow to your brain.

Nervous system changes can also lead to heartburn and constipation.

Chiropractic treatments can reduce nausea and vomiting by realigning the spine. Doing this helps restore nervous system function. It can also help you with other digestive issues, which improves nausea. This is because other digestive problems, like heartburn, can worsen nausea.

Can Help to Reposition the Baby

Babies should be in the head down or vertex position by the 34th week of pregnancy. However, if your baby doesn’t turn by this week, it’s known as a breech presentation or head up. This presentation can occur due to various factors, like a short umbilical cord. However, it usually occurs because the baby doesn’t have enough room in the pelvis to turn the correct way before delivery. If your baby has more space, often, it will flip into the correct position on its own.

While chiropractors can’t flip your baby to the correct position, they can fix pelvic alignment and help to prevent a C-section delivery. They can do this by relaxing the muscles and ligaments in the pelvic region using various techniques, like KST.

It’s best to see a chiropractor at least once weekly during the final two months of pregnancy. Your chiropractor will also give you exercises you can do at home that will help further relax the muscles.

Can Reduce the Labor Time

Regular chiropractic care can also reduce the time you’re in labor. This is because chiropractors treat pelvic misalignment, which allows the baby to pass through the birth canal more easily.

Your chiropractor also focuses on your overall wellness during pregnancy by giving nutritional advice and techniques for reducing stress. As a result, you’ll feel less stressed and have more energy.

Chiropractic treatments also reduce lower back and neck pain. Since you’ll feel better overall, you’ll have an easier time during the labor process.

Improves Sleep

Many women experience problems sleeping during pregnancy. Hormones, back pain, and a growing baby can significantly impact comfort levels during sleep. Also, poor sleep posture can cause you to have a restless sleep overall.

A chiropractor will begin treatments by getting your back and pelvis into alignment. They’ll also help you with sleep posture by giving you tips such as:
- Using pregnancy pillows or a rolled-up blanket between the knees
- Stretches you can do at home to relax your muscles before bed
- Review healthy sleep habits like a shower and relaxing your mind
You’ll also check back with your chiropractor to ensure your sleep improves. If you need to make changes, your chiropractor may recommend more adjustments. They’ll also give you different tips to try at home.

Improves Wellness and Decreases Pain After Pregnancy

It’s also important to realize that chiropractic care can benefit you during the postpartum period. Many women experience back and neck pain after delivery due to muscle tension.

Also, breastfeeding women have to sit in a particular position for nursing. This can also lead to mid-back pain and neck pain.

Continued chiropractic adjustments will help keep you in the proper alignment. You’ll also receive postpartum exercises you can do at home to help get you more active again.

You may need dietary changes if you feel a significant lack of energy or other symptoms after pregnancy.

Some chiropractors offer functional nutrition services. Functional nutrition treats illness by looking at the entire person and not only the symptoms.

Benefits of Chiropractic Care in Littleton, CO

Now that you know more about the benefits of chiropractic care during pregnancy, you’ll need to find a chiropractor in Littleton, CO, for help.

You won’t need to look any further than Dody Chiropractic Center for Wholeness. We offer chiropractic care during pregnancy using the KST technique. We also offer chiropractic adjustments for other conditions like headaches, whiplash injuries, slipped discs, neck pain, PMS, and more.

Additionally, we provide functional nutrition and neurofeedback to help you with conditions such as depression and to address other symptoms you’re experiencing.

We look forward to helping you, so make sure to contact us today to schedule a consultation.
December 26, 2022
Neurofeedback in Littleton, CO: 5 Ways It Can Help Your Mental Health

Research shows that almost one in five adults in the US has a mental illness as mental health issues are becoming more and more recognized.

Our neurofeedback center in Littleton, CO, is focused on helping patients with these issues. Neurofeedback is becoming a more well-known form of therapy for these issues.

Neurofeedback can help patients with a variety of mental health concerns by treating mental health issues in a gentle and non-invasive way. We have helped many people in Colorado with these issues.

Keep reading to discover what neurofeedback therapy is and how it could help you.

What Is Neurofeedback?

What is neurofeedback therapy? It is quite simple. This is a technique where your brainwave behavior is trained to respond differently. It is also referred to as brain mapping. It uses EEG computer technology as well as brain training exercises and games.

Your brainwave patterns are measured and compared to optimal brainwaves to see differences. Knowing if your brainwaves are in the optimal ranges allows you to see how your brain works.

Overall, this process helps you retrain your brain and how it responds to stress, enabling it to work more efficiently and producing mental health benefits along the way.

Neurofeedback in Littleton, CO, is used in these same ways to help patients improve their brainwave patterns to promote better thinking and responses.

Neurofeedback for Mental Health

This amazing form of biofeedback is often used to help patients with their mental health. It is a non-invasive procedure that can be very eye-opening and useful. We have helped many people with anxiety, depression, and other symptoms in our Littleton, CO, clinic.

It helps to train the brain to react differently and function in a better way, rather than trying to cover up the issue or treat it without locating the root cause.

Reduces Anxiety

Brain mapping is often used to help those with anxiety. Rather than directly trying to treat the anxiety, it helps your brain to not respond in the same way.

Neurofeedback therapy helps the brainwaves return to their standard patterns. It reduces the anxiety that you may feel by helping the brain to operate as it should.

It also helps promote synaptic growth in the hippocampus, which regulates mood and emotions, helping the brain to not respond directly to anxiety when triggered.

Because of this, those with anxiety could find this therapy useful, especially if you struggle with other negative feelings or stressors.

Better Sleep

Did you know that neurofeedback can also help you to get better sleep each night? This is something that can also impact your mental health. Neurofeedback can be used to train the brainwaves to increase sensorimotor rhythm. This will help you to fall asleep faster and stay asleep throughout the night.

A lack of sleep can impact your mental health in several ways, whether it causes you to have anxiety, trouble thinking, or more severe depression.

So improving your sleep quality can dramatically improve your mental health and help you feel better overall with more energy throughout the day.

Eases Stress

Brain mapping can help to ease the feeling of stress in high-stress individuals. It does this in the same ways that it helps to reduce anxiety, as it helps to stop unhealthy brain patterns by creating healthy brain activity. This retrains the brain to respond differently to stressful situations or stress triggers.

Stress and anxiety are closely linked but are still different from each other. However, you can improve one by improving the other if you suffer from stress and anxiety.

Reduces Depression

Neurofeedback therapy can help those suffering from depression and can help reveal your brainwave patterns to understand how your brain responds to things.

It is a far gentler option than other depression treatments, allowing you to retrain your brain. You may not be able to cure your depression altogether, but this can help, as it can be used to help your brain respond and act differently when faced with these negative thoughts. It can promote positive feelings and energy, reducing the severity of the depression.

Improved Focus

Neurofeedback is often used to help people who have trouble focusing. It enhances your brain’s overall function and response to things.

It can help to reveal your brain activity and how it works in situations allowing you to retrain your brain to work better and focus for longer.

Many people with mental health issues struggle to focus on things or feel motivated. This therapy can help with that in a gentle way that offers long-term results.

Who Would Benefit From Neurofeedback?

Our Littleton, CO, clinic is focused on providing neurofeedback to all who need it, which could benefit many people.

You may want to try neurofeedback to see how your brain works and responds to things, or you may have a specific mental issue you wish to treat.

Most people would benefit from trying this form of therapy, no matter the issue they are having, as it can help with the function and performance of your brain and help you target specific issues you may be concerned about.

Neurofeedback in Littleton, CO

If you are concerned about your mental health, you may be considering neurofeedback therapy. Neurofeedback at our Littleton, CO clinic is excellent for helping your brain work more optimally.

It is a gentle option that helps to train your brain to respond better and function as it should.

Do you want to treat mental health issues that you suffer from? Contact us today at Dody Chiropractic Center for Wholeness for access to neurofeedback services.

December 19, 2022