Chiropractic and Reflux?

A mother brought in her cute four month old son, and said "I've never been to a chiropractor and frankly don't understand how chiropractic can help my son, but I'm ready to try something else."

She had taken her son to several MDs, received various opinions and medications, but her son was still suffering from reflux several times a day.

I explained how we do our best to 'calm down' the nervous system in people and then work on both the spine, and the stomach to help accomplish that.

This poor little guy probably 'hurled' about 2-3 times in the 10-15 min. consultation and exam. Mom was getting tired of smelling like her son's undigested food all the time.

We found some areas of concern and subluxations on the little guy. While he remained pretty happy on Mom's lap, we gave him his first gentle adjustment, and then two days later a follow up adjustment.

I taught the Mom some things to do to help with his tummy and to calm him down.

After the second visit, his reflux is almost gone. Mom is happier and so is the little bugger. Now they need to work on sleeping better...

Turning the 'power back on full' is what chiropractic is all about!

If You Are Going to Vaccinate...

Prep them by doing the following:

1: Make sure that you give them great nutrition:
No sugar, no processed foods, only the good stuff!

2: Make sure that they are exercising, moving, walking, running, (not being couch potatoes!)

3: They need to be well rested! Lots of sleep.

4: Garlic, oil of oregano, mushroom and other supplements that can help stimulate the immune system!

5: Chiropractic adjustments to clear the nervous system and help them be ready for the immune system challenge that they will face.

6: Positive imagery and emotional support.

If You Vaccinate, Ask 8!

What You Need to Know Before & After Vaccination

Under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, over $2 billion has been awarded to children and adults for whom the risks of vaccine injury were 100%. Vaccines are pharmaceutical products that carry risks, which can be greater for some than others. NVIC encourages you to become fully informed about the risks and complications of diseases and vaccines and speak with one or more trusted health care professionals before making a vaccination decision.

1: Am I or my child sick right now?

2: Have I or my child had a bad reaction to a vaccination before?

3: Do I or my child have a personal or family history of vaccine reactions, neurological disorders, severe allergies or immune system problems?

4: Do I know the disease and vaccine risks for myself or my child?

5: Do I have full information about the vaccine's side effects?

6: Do I know how to identify and report a vaccine reaction?

7: Do I know I need to keep a written record, including the vaccine manufacturer's name and lot number, for all vaccinations?

8: Do I know I have the right to make an informed choice?

Source: www.nvic.org (National Vaccine Information Center)

Ways to Get Informed About Vaccinations

Here are a few books and websites I recommend to do some research on vaccinations.

Books:

What Every Parent Should Know About Childhood Vaccinations by Jamie Murphy
Click here to order on Amazon.com

Shot in the Dark (DPT discussions) by Harris Coulter and Barbara Loe Fisher
Click here to order on Amazon.com

What your Doctor May NOT Tell You About Children's Vaccinations by Stephanie Cave
(M.D., F.A.A.F.P.)
Click here to order on Amazon.com

Vaccines, Autism, and Childhood Disorders by Neil Miller
Click here to order on Amazon.com


Websites:

www.nvic.org (National Vaccine Information Center)
www.mercola.com/article/vaccines/preface.htm
www.thinktwice.com
www.mychiro4kids.com (Dr. Bill's Website)
www.vaccinerights.com
www.alanphillipslaw.com (researcher of the myths & truths of vaccinations)
www.icpa4kids.org

10 Myths and Truths About Vaccinations

Myth #1: “Vaccinations are safe”

Truth #1: “Vaccination causes significant death and disability at an astounding personal and financial cost to uninformed families.”

Myth #2: “Vaccines are very effective”

Truth #2: “Evidence suggests that vaccination is an unreliable means of preventing disease.”

Myth #3: “Vaccines are the reason for low disease rates in the US today…”

Truth #3: “It is unclear what impact, if any, that vaccines had on 19^th and 20^th century infectious disease declines.”

Myth #4: “Vaccination is based on sound immunization theory and practice…”

Truth #4: “Many of the assumptions upon which immunization theory and practice are based are unproved or have been proven false in their application.”

Myth #5: “Childhood diseases are extremely dangerous”

Truth #5: “Dangers of childhood diseases are greatly exaggerated in order to scare parents into compliance with a questionable but highly profitable procedure.”

Myth #6: “Polio was one of the clearly great vaccination success stories…”

Truth #6: “The polio vaccine temporarily reversed disease declines that were underway before the vaccine was introduced; this fact was deliberately covered up by health authorities. In Europe, polio declined in countries that both embraced and rejected vaccine.”

Myth #7: “My child had no reaction to the vaccines so there is nothing to worry about…”

Truth #7: “The long term adverse effects of vaccinations have been virtually ignored, in spite of direct correlations with many chronic conditions.”

Myth #8: “Vaccines are the only disease prevention option available”

Truth #8: “Documented safe and effective alternatives have been available for decades. (However they have been systematically attacked and suppressed by the medical establishment.”

Myth #9: “Vaccinations are legally mandated and unavoidable”

Truth #9: “Legal exemptions from vaccinations are available for many- but not all- US citizens.”

Myth #10: “Public health officials always place the public’s health above all other concerns…”

Truth #10: “Many of the public health officials who determine vaccine policy profit substantially from their policy decisions.”

Allowing the Body to Heal Itself

Here are a few natural remedies for some common health challenges:

Allergies - Freeze dried nettle, acidophilus, black walnut (for parasites)

Asthma - Ephedra/licorice (anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic, decongestant, etc)

Bed Wetting - Horsetail tea (bladder), chamomile tea (emotional stress)

Colds/Coughs - Zinc, Emergen'C, eucalyptus/tea tree oil, pulsatilla

Constipation - Aloe vera juice, senna leaf tea, licorice, more greens in diet, less dairy

Diarrhea - Acidophilus, charcoal, more greens in diet

Ear Infections - Garlic oil (warmed), collodial silver (kills bacteria)

Fever - For infant-- white willow bark tincture enemas or (sometimes) let nature take its
course. Fever is a sign that the body is killing the infection and taking care of the problem all on its own. Just watch the temperature.

Flu- Boiron Oscillowcocinum, bathe in apple cider vinegar and wrap around calves, zinc, Apple cider vinegar drink (8 oz water 2t ACV, pinch cayenne, 2t honey)

Headache- More water, peppermint oil (on temples and base of neck)

Heartburn- If frequent, Hawthorne berry tea, more greens in diet, low dairy intake

Hyperactivity (ADD/ADHD) - Hyland's calms forte, lower sweet or refined foods, GLA, magnesium, exercise, B-Complex vitamin supplement

Immune System (weak) - More greens in diet, acidophilus, garlic, echinacea, Emergen'C

Sinus Congestion - Collodial silver (sprayed or dropped up nose), bathe in ACV (20 min and increase water intake afterwards)

Stomach problems - Licorice-- stomach pain reliever (if long term, take DGL licorice), aloe vera juice, peppermint tea

Strep Throat - Xylitol (kills virus in mouth), ACV drink, Emergen'C, honey lemon tea, Echinacea, mullein and lobelia at onset

Tonsillitis - Zinc, acidophilus, garlic capsules, Echinacea, honey lemon tea (soothes and heals throat), ACV drink, bathe in ACV

Boosting Your Child's Immune System

Echinacea - this natural herb will enhance your own immune system. Many research studies have proven its effectiveness.

Vitamin C - this simple vitamin can fight off invading germs. Younger kids up to age 6 will benefit from around 250 mg per day. Older kids and adults can take 500 mg per day. Available as a powder, chewable, or capsule.

Fruits and vegetable supplement - the immune-boosting properties of nature's food is remarkable. If your kids won't eat enough fruits and vegetables, try juice with fruit and veggie supplements.

Zinc - this mineral is a safe and effective way to boost the immune system. Children up to age 6 years can take 10 to 20 mg per day. Older kids and adults can take 20 to 40 mg per day.

Probiotics - the common name used for this is Acidophillus. These are healthy bacteria that live in our intestines and help with our immune system. The best species of probiotics are lactobacillus and bifidobacteria. Available as liquid, powder, and capsules, children and adults can take as directed.

Avoid weakening your own immune system.

Source: http://www.askdrsears.com/html/4/t042500.asp#T042501