Beeville Inspire Health 48

No. 1 2020

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memory LOSS

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MEMORY

LOSS BEGINS

SOONER THAN YOU CAN REMEMBER 5 HEALTHY BODY

Chiropractic Care - Not Just for Back Pain

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Improve Your Energy, Concentration and Mood

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Berry Parfait

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Preventing Periodontal Disease What You Need to Know

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CHIROPRACTIC CARE

NOT JUST FOR BACK PAIN

By Tiffany Towne ARE YOU ONE OF THE 62 PERCENT OF ADULTS IN THE U.S. WHO HAVE VISITED A CHIROPRACTOR DUE TO NECK OR BACK PAIN? IT MAY SURPRISE YOU THAT REGULAR CHIROPRACTIC CARE, NOT JUST WHEN YOU HAVE PAIN, CAN BE GOOD FOR YOUR BODY AND OVERALL HEALTH.

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hiropractic care may help avoid some visits to your primary care physician. Regular visits can provide preventative, natural care that heads off issues that would normally send you to your doctor’s office. Here are just a few examples of how chiropractic care can benefit you.

or cause inflammation in the lungs. Correcting these subluxations with regular chiropractic care can reduce lung inflammation and result in easier breathing.

ß Lower your blood pressure The University of Chicago hypertension center recently conducted a study that found that in a group of subjects with early-stage high blood

pressure, a specific type of adjustment to the C1 vertebrae resulted in a significant decrease in blood pressure with no negative side effects.

ß Get rid of

headaches Using adjustments to the spine, a chiropractor can relieve muscle tension in the neck. In today’s world where most of us sit in the same position or posture every day (like at a computer), this tension can be a constant presence that results in frequent headaches and neck pain.

ß What to expect

when you visit the chiropractor At your first chiropractic visit, you can expect to complete a medical history and receive a basic physical exam. The

chiropractor will test your muscle strength, reflexes and range of motion. In some cases, they may order X-rays or test your blood pressure. The main part of a chiropractic visit is usually the adjustments to the body. While the spine is the most common area of adjustment, chiropractors can also adjust other joints like wrists, shoulders, elbows and knees.

As with any doctor, do your research. Find a chiropractor that is recommended and credible, and don’t be afraid to ask questions about treatment. Then get ready to enjoy the health improvements that chiropractic care can provide.

ß Heal heartburn

The nerves that run through the spine control digestive functions like acid production. When the spine is misaligned, the nerves don’t function as well, which can result in digestive issues.

Routine adjustments can improve many digestive issues, including heartburn.

ß Breathe Easy

Subluxations in the spine (misalignments) can add to

While the spine is the most common adjustment, ch area of ir can also adjust opractors other like wrists, shou joints lders, elbows and kn ees.

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editor’s letter We all know someone. A parent, relative or friend suffering with Alzheimer’s. It destroys families and displaces elderly that have lived in the same place all their lives. It separates loved ones and friends. Memory disorders have become one of the fastest growing illnesses among the elderly. As you know, Inspire Health Magazine promotes healthy, all-natural living. We try to control and prevent disease with food, healthy lifestyles and natural supplements. When I first met with Towny Robinson to hear of his breakthrough with Luma, the all-natural medical food that helps Alzheimer’s patients, I asked, “What are the side effects?”

His response was quick, “There are none, it’s an all-natural medical food, not a supplement or a drug.”

Of course, I was WOWED, just WOWED. I want it. You don’t have to show symptoms of Alzheimer’s to take Luma. You can take it to improve your cognitive thoughts and keep your brain healthy.

With this in mind, remember that you also need to eat healthy, exercise and adopt a healthy lifestyle. I hope you will use this issue of Inspire Health Magazine to guide your journey for healthy living. As my friend “Tiger” Bourg would say, “Be one percent better today than you were yesterday!”

Here’s to improving your mind, body and soul one percent at a time, Suzanne Fox

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contributing writers Ann Bloomquist Patricia Danflous Julie Maddock Nellie Palmer Kristy Podruchny Tiffany Towne

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YOUR ENERGY, CONCENTRATION AND MOOD

By Ann Bloomquist

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ost of us remember being told to take our vitamins.

Whether it be our mother or another loved one, the request came out of love. After all, the body needs essential vitamins and minerals to build bones, heal wounds and strengthen our immune system.

Among the vitamins and minerals most important for our bodies are A, B, C, D, E, K, folic acid, calcium, iron, zinc and chromium.

Within the B group, vitamin B-12 plays a critical role, especially as we get older. Many who have taken it for some time will tout its benefit in improved energy, concentration, memory and mood. B-12, which is one of eight B vitamins, is also vital for some aspects of your DNA, the creation of red blood cells, the regeneration of red bone marrow, the overall health of your nervous system and prevention of anemia. ß Risk factors and symptoms of B-12 deficiency You’re considered high risk for developing vitamin B-12 deficiency if you have Celiac disease, Crohn’s disease or HIV. Also, those who consume alcohol regularly, take prescription medications such as antacids, anti-seizure medications,

eat fresh colchicine or those on chemotherapy are at higher risk. Vegans and those who prefer not to consume dairy products may also produce low levels of B-12.

Common symptoms of B-12 deficiency include muscle weakness, stiffness and/or spasticity, shakiness, fatigue or lethargy, incontinence, low blood pressure or mood swings.

The presence of any one of these symptoms, especially in combination with others, means a physician’s visit is in order. Though a vitamin B-12 deficiency could be the culprit, these symptoms could be the sign of something more serious, and a medical doctor can help investigate the cause and help you to find a solution. A deficiency can be identified through a simple blood test. ß B-12 is naturally occurring in a variety of foods Thankfully, B-12 is in popular meat choices such as beef, liver and chicken.

Various fish and seafood supply high amounts of B-12, including trout, salmon, tuna and clams. You can also find B-12 in fortified breakfast cereals (look for the callout on the cereal box), low-fat milk, yogurts, cheeses and eggs.

If you need to increase your B-12 levels quickly and want to do so without the aid of a vitamin supplement, add a few of these popular and easily obtainable food items to your daily menu: beef, chicken, turkey, pork chops, tuna, salmon, trout, shrimp, herring, sardines, mussels, clams, oysters, crab, Swiss cheese, mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese, ricotta cheese, milk and eggs.

If the consumption of the foods mentioned above isn’t enough to correct a deficiency, supplements are available. The best time of day to take a B-12 supplement is in the morning on an empty stomach. Taken in combination with vitamin B-1 and a copper supplement can result in a boost in energy that can help you get through the day.

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MEMORY

LOSS

BEGINS SOONER THAN YOU CAN REMEMBER

By Tricia Danflous

Wouldn’t you like to be 39 forever? Turning the corner to 40 can be a traumatic journey that has nothing to do with numbers. Sure, you don’t look different and you probably feel like you have the energy of a 25-year-old.

But we all know it – or someone has told you, if you’re not there yet – 40 begins the need for reading glasses and turning up the volume. You’re probably the only one to notice it, but there are a few strands of gray in your hair or a wrinkle or two around your eyes. And silently, deep down inside your brain, the intracellular seeds of the Alzheimer’s Disease process, Parkinson’s Disease process, potential memory loss and eventual dementia can be growing particularly in people at risk.

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“As you age, your brain wears individually based on multiple factors including a genetic component,” said Towny Robinson, a national expert in the brain biochemistry field and founder of JayMac Pharmaceuticals.

“Unfortunately, we don’t usually see the signs of memory loss until we hit the mid-60s and by that time we can have tissue damage in the brain that cannot be patched up with one magic bullet.”

“We can tell when our eyes are not working like they used to,” he said. “But we can’t perceive if our individual brain cells are aging poorly and possibly leading to a neurodegenerative disease.”

“Knowing your risks and taking recommended preventive measures is the best way to minimize memory loss in the aging process,” added brain health consultant, Diane Pratt.

“It’s never too early to implement preventive action.”

In an age of advanced clinical research and increased knowledge about the brain, we now know that the Alzheimer’s disease process has multiple intracellular causes over time leading to cell death and poor aging. Science has identified a group of unique natural ingredients that work together and may prevent, arrest, manage and restore the Alzheimer's disease process, memory loss and cognitive dysfunction at the cellular level. The ingredients, which include a patented bioavailable form of curcumin, low dose nutritional lithium orotate and other antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agents are contained in the non-prescription FDA regulated medical food called LUMA TC. Robinson developed the

medical food formula based on years of study, research, collaboration with integrative medicine specialists and clinical trials.

In 2018, the showcase ingredient in JayMac’s LUMA TC Medical Food product, sub-micron TC curcumin 180mg. per day in a divided dose, was studied in a 40-patient, 18-month long, randomized, placebo-controlled human clinical trial at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), and published in the prestigious American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry.

This bioavailable form of curcumin found in LUMA TC led to significant memory and attention benefits compared to placebo. Brain scans performed pre- and post-treatment suggested that behavioral and cognitive benefits were associated with decreases in plaque and tangle accumulation in brain regions modulating mood and memory compared to placebo.

“The mind is a miraculous creation and a sound mind is essential for the quality of our lives,” Robinson said. “The human brain comprises two percent of the body's weight but it accounts for 22 percent of its metabolic activity. As you age, your brain is worn down by environmental stressors such as toxic exposure, trauma, disease and genetics, just to name a few.

Silently in our 40s, the initial stage of Alzheimer's disease can begin to occur due to nerve cell deterioration starting in the part of the brain that controls memory. Haven’t we all asked ourselves, ‘Where did I put my keys?’ By your 60s, as cell death continues, the symptoms of mild cognitive impairment, memory loss and dementia can appear. This disease process repeats itself in other parts of your brain over time causing a continued decline in cognitive, emotional and motor skill ability leading to Alzheimer's disease.”

“The identified medical ingredients in LUMA TC can prevent arrest, manage and restore nerve cellular health,” Robinson said.

The brain is comprised of 100 billion nerves with trillions of connections and as LUMA goes to work, its unique combination of ingredients works synergistically in each nerve cell to help prevent, reduce, and arrest inflammation and oxidative stress. As well as beta-amyloid plaque and tau tangle nerve cell death while stimulating new nerve cell growth, connectivity and brain volume.

"Unlike with heart disease and cancer, we don't diagnose and treat Alzheimer's disease until symptoms hit and then we treat the cause, amyloid plaques. We need to stop the amyloid plaques 10 to 20 years

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before the person shows symptoms,” said Rudolph Tanzi, the Joseph P. and Rose F. Kennedy Professor of Neurology at Harvard University, and Vice-Chair of Neurology, Director of the Genetics and Aging Research Unit, and Co-Director of the Henry and Allison McCance Center for Brain Health at Massachusetts General Hospital. With Luma TC, an enormous void in this therapy area is safely addressed.

“One of the most important aspects of preventing the Alzheimer’s disease process and minimizing brain tissue loss is recognizing family history,” said Pratt, who coordinates

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DNA testing for JayMac. “If you have a family history of cognitive impairment, memory loss, dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s or ALS diseases, and other genetic factors such as a positive test result for APOE4 or MTHFR polymorphisms, we recommend a genetic screening as you approach or begin your 40s.”

IN ADDITION TO FAMILY HISTORY, RISK FACTORS FOR ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE INCLUDE: • Age 40 or above • Moderate to heavy alcohol or tobacco use • Lack of exercise • Mental state • Cardiovascular issues • Diabetes • Previous head trauma

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• Genetic factors APOE4 or MTHFR polymorphism • Toxic and chemical exposure • Homocysteine (an amino acid) levels over 11mm/L The use of Luma TC once per day as part of the breakthrough natural management plan may help in the preventing, arresting, managing and restoring brain function along with following a healthy diet, 8 hours sleep, exercise, stress reduction, staying engaged socially and learning new things. The scientific literature, experts and clinical data certainly suggest this and because of Luma TC’s all-natural ingredients, side effect potential is almost nonexistent.

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To learn more, to order LUMA TC, or a genetic testing kit, go to lumaforlife.com or call Direct Value Dispense at 985-629-5742.

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Integrative medicine pioneer in the field of mental health and member of Tufts University School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry James M. Greenblatt, MD, is a proponent of the use of nutritional lithium.

“Conventional medicine has failed to develop treatments for Alzheimer’s with no drug or proprietary treatment proving effective,” he said.

“Nutritional lithium, at a low-dose, has a long and well-documented history of prevention and removal of protein plaques and tau restoring brain and nervous system function at the molecular level.”

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PARFAIT IS A SEMI-FROZEN FRENCH DESSERT CONSISTING OF ICE CREAM LAYERED BETWEEN BERRIES AND SOMETIMES GRANOLA. OUR HEALTHIER VERSION OF THE PARFAIT HAS GREEK YOGURT INSTEAD OF ICE CREAM. DONE CORRECTLY, IF YOU FREEZE THIS PARFAIT,YOU MAY HAVE A HARD TIME TELLING THE DIFFERENCE. THIS PARFAIT ALSO SUBSTITUTES THE GRANOLA FOR GELATIN FOR A PATRIOTIC PICNIC THEME.

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INGREDIENTS One box of flavored sugar free gelatin 2 cups plain Greek yogurt 4 tablespoons honey or 2 tablespoons Madagascar vanilla Berries – the freshest berries you can find. It doesn’t matter if its blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries or all.

Mint leaves for garnish DIRECTIONS M ake the gelatin and divide among your individual containers. If you are taking these to a picnic, use plastic 5-ounce cups. Depending on the size of your container, fill about an inch.  Place in the refrigerator to set. M ix yogurt and honey, one tablespoon at a time. Taste between additions. You don’t want to get it too sweet, so you may require less honey for your taste.  I f you are using vanilla, use only high quality pure Madagascar vanilla. Again, taste after each tablespoon for your desired sweetness. Y ou can use both vanilla and honey if you cut each portion in half and taste between additions. O nce the gelatin is set, remove cups from refrigerator, divide yogurt among the cups and top with berries and mint.

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wellness dontist — an expert in treating periodontal disease.

Treatment will focus on controlling any infection and preserving the teeth and gums.

HERE ARE SOME HELPFUL TIPS TO WIN THE FIGHT AGAINST PERIODONTAL DISEASE:

Preventing

PERIODONTAL DISEASE WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

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SMILE IS A GIFT WE CAN GIVE TO SOMEONE EVERY DAY. AND WE FEEL MORE CONFIDENT IN READILY SMILING WHEN WE HAVE HEALTHY TEETH AND GUMS. PERIODONTAL DISEASE CAN POSE A THREAT NOT ONLY TO OUR SMILE, BUT OUR OVERALL HEALTH. What is periodontal disease and just how serious is it? According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, periodontal or gum disease is “the most common cause of tooth loss among adults.”

Symptoms often include swollen gums, consistent bad breath, painful chewing, sensitivity in the teeth and receding gums. If the condition is left untreated,

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the disease can progress to The dentist will exambleeding gums, intense pain ine the gums looking for and eventually tooth loss. any signs of inflammation.

CAUSES, DIAGNOSIS They will measure pockets AND TREATMENT around each tooth (the Blame it on nasty bacaverage depth of these teria! Our mouths are full pockets ranges from 1 to 3 of bacteria which forms a millimeters). An X-ray may sticky plaque on our teeth. be taken to show any bone If the plaque is not removed, loss. it hardens and forms tartar.

If necessary, you may Simple brushing and flossing be referred to a periocannot remove tartar. That’s why the dental hygienist Periodontal or gum works so diligently cleaning disease is “the most and scraping your teeth to remove tartar. common ca

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• Brush your teeth twice a day using a fluoride toothpaste.

• Do not skip flossing! This is the most effective way to remove plaque from between the teeth and along the gums.

• Visit the dentist every six months for a professional cleaning. Be sure to speak up about any changes you have noticed in your gums, including increased sensitivity or bleeding.

• Quit smoking. Among adults aged 20 to 64, there is a greater prevalence of periodontal disease among current smokers (14.75 percent) compared to those who have never smoked (5.94 percent).

• Snack on a healthy-gums diet rich in anti-inflammatory foods that contain vitamin C (fruit or a glass of orange juice to use of tooth start the day), omega-3 loss among adults.” fats (tuna and walnuts) and zinc (red meat, poultry and nuts).

• Add more fresh onions to your diet. They contain powerful compounds that fight harmful bacteria in your mouth that can cause gum disease.

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ALLERGIES

By Kristy Podruchny

Itchy, inflamed in and and odoriferous sk are all ns chronic ear infectio s. signs of allergie

ALLERGIES LOOK DIFFERENT IN OUR PETS. INSTEAD OF COUGHING OR SNEEZING, THEY’LL GET ITCHY SKIN. OUR FURRY FAMILY MEMBERS CAN HAVE FOOD, ENVIRONMENTAL AND CONTACT ALLERGIES— OR ALL THREE! ITCHY, INFLAMED AND ODORIFEROUS SKIN AND CHRONIC EAR INFECTIONS ARE ALL SIGNS OF ALLERGIES. ANY SMELL OR OILY SKIN COMES FROM YEAST, BACTERIA OR BOTH. THE CHRONIC SCRATCHING IS UNCOMFORTABLE AND CAN BECOME PAINFUL QUICKLY. THE GOOD NEWS IS THAT YOUR PET’S ALLERGIES CAN BE IDENTIFIED AND TREATED BY THEIR VETERINARIAN.

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f your pet has food allergies, it will react to the protein in the food. The most accurate way to diagnose food allergies is by doing a food trial. Your pet can only eat one type of food and not a lick of anything else for 8-12 weeks. A hydrolyzed diet (broken down proteins) or a novel protein diet (like kangaroo, ostrich or alligator) will be on the menu during this trial. A food challenge will help determine what proteins they’re reacting to. You slowly introduce one protein, like beef, into their diet and see if they react. This process is best done with a vet. After you find a protein that your pet doesn’t react to,

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you can plan on a diet with that protein and keeping them on it. While you might choose a grain-free diet for your pet for other reasons, it will likely have no impact on your pet’s allergies.

Think protein!

Our pets can be allergic to some of the same things we’re allergic to: various plant pollens, environmental pollutants, mold and even cockroaches or fleas! This is tested with intradermal skin testing. A veterinary dermatologist will inject tiny amounts of the most common allergens under your pet’s skin while they’re under anesthesia. After they discover what your pet’s environmental allergies are,

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they’ll formulate allergy injections and teach you how to administer them.

Contact allergies are rare, but it’s worth mentioning them because your pet could potentially have an allergy to synthetic chemicals in bedding, carpet and pesticides in lawns.

Antimicrobial baths with medicated shampoo can help ease the discomfort and itching. Shampoos with oatmeal are also calming. If your pet has contact allergies to the pesticides in lawns, be sure to wash their feet and legs after a walk. Applying fresh aloe vera or coconut oil to inflamed areas can help your pet find temporary relief.

mighty kids Your children will be able to create their box, pers onalize it - glitter, sti ckers, you name it.

By Rebecca Gutknecht

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THE BOX

ummer is here, warm nights have settled in, wind chimes glitter in the air. Your first thought might be to jump to the beach or leave for a week-long vacation in the tropics, but with this pandemic still in motion, summer might be more of an indoor party this year.

The children are getting restless, ready for all of the typical outdoor excursions and you’re at your wit’s end trying to come up with the next entertaining

game. Well, you’re in luck because we’re going arts & crafts crazy. It’s time to spice up your parenting with an art box.

What is an art box? It’s a simple container with all of the best artsy materials packed inside for a funfilled crafting day. The best thing is that each of your children will be able to create their box, personalize it - glitter, stickers, you name it. It’s something that can encourage summer crafts for days to come.

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Choose the box.

Selecting the container is important as you need to pick something that will stand the test of time, dirty fingerprints and occasional dropping. Plastic bins, wooden crates, baskets and tins are potential options.

Let the children decide on their own.

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Get the supplies.

One of the best parts of the entire process is deciding what goes into the box! Get the typical supplies like colored pencils, a watercolor set, chalk, etc. After the essentials are finished, go a little wild.

Give your children a limit of five to 10 items for personal touch. If they need a little boost to get going, mention yarn, glitter, fake flowers and glow-in-the-dark stars. The kiddos will have bursting boxes by the time shopping is over.

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Decorate! Set up the kitchen table with a table cloth or protective covering and give the children free reign on their designer boxes. Have each child write their name on a flashcard to keep track of ownership. This way, they will feel responsible for their box and its contents.

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Set rules. As always, rules are essential to a productive (and fun) environment. Make a clear list of the guidelines for using the art box. Is there a time frame for art box usage? Can siblings or friends share their materials?

Wash hands first? Get all of those big and small issues out of the way before beginning the first art project together.

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If your summer does include a vacation, be sure to pack the craft box for those quiet evenings after dinner or rainy days.

Happy Summer!

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