In the industrial world, it seems almost inevitable for the aging person to be able to escape from one of the more serious chronic diseases. While heart disease remains the leading cause of death currently cancer or diabetes also affects one in three over the age of sixty. Combined with other common conditions such as Alzheimer’s, arthritis
With the fast food mentality that permeates much of our culture, we often forget the importance of thinking outside the linear process. This is especially true in the area of medicine where established algorithms have replaced deductive thought and logic. Insurance companies impose a corporate-driven model of cost containment based on rote memory and evidence-based medicine. The
Chiropractic is the second largest school of healing in the world. While commonly seen as headache and backache doctors, the profession is much more than that. It encompasses aspects of naturopathy medicine, herbal supplementation, and oriental medicine. Many individuals see chiropractors to improve their quality of life. This can include better athletic performance, a better
Anyone who has been on a long flight knows how drained you can feel by the time you get to your destination. Not only is the flight a physical challenge, but there’s security, long lines, and screaming children. Flying to Europe is 7-10 hours. Heading west, NY to Shanghai is 15 hours flying time plus crossing 12 different
The last week in September is national cancer awareness week. This a good time to take stock of the cancer risk factors and stress in our lives. Did you know? One person in three is now at risk of developing cancer. It’s more important now more than ever to pay attention to the predisposing factors involved.