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What Can I Do About Allergies?
Allergies are a response from your body to things you breathe, eat or touch such as pollen, dust or dander. Most people experience the symptoms of allergies in one or more of these major body systems due to the release of histamine:
RESPIRATORY — increased histamine can cause muscle constriction and affect breathing.
LIVER — becomes weakened which causes its productivity to remove toxins to be hindered and the body’s response to invaders to be compromised.
ADRENALS — if the body is stressed,cortisol is released to try and promote an anti-inflammatory environment. Long term stimulation of adrenals can lead to a host of other problems.
IMMUNE SYSTEM — to fight off invaders, the body will increase in IgE antibodies, which causes the blood vessels to dilate, the intruder to migrate further into the system and the system to react with more severe symptoms.
The histamine response can be a vicious cycle. The body’s histamine response interferes with the proper function of your nervous system and your immunity. Many people wonder why sometimes they are affected by allergies and other times they’re not. This can happen when your nervous system is out of balance. If your body is already out of balance, it will not be able to handle any extra inflammation and will send histamine out improperly. Something has caused a shift in your threshold and now instead of being able to properly function, your immune system is on edge and overreacts to the slightest foreign substance. If your body is balanced, however, you will be able to handle the allergen without having a reaction.
We see commercials all the time that tell us that histamine is the culprit and by covering up histamine, we are now able to breathe again and are totally healthy. Is this really fixing the underlying problem? Your body was made to produce histamine. It is a necessary function of your body. Here are alternative treatments:
- Get adjusted regularly! Chiropractic adjustments help shift your nervous system toward the parasympathetic state and away from stress mode. This gives your body a chance to increase its immunity. It also removes any interference in the immunity pathways so your body can heal more efficiently.
- Make sure your lifestyle isn’t running you into the ground. Get rest, drink water, exercise, eat healthful foods! If you think one of the aforementioned things isn’t affecting your immunity, think again. Sometimes just changing those small things can make a big difference in the way we feel.
- Ask your chiropractor about the following supplements: homeopathic medications, essential fatty acids, probiotics, adrenal support and a good multivitamin with high anti-oxidants. One or more of your systems may need extra support and taking a simple supplement until it can function on its own may be an easy fix.
Be well,
Dr. Beights
Chronic Illness and Autoimmune Disorders.. Is There an Answer?
Do chronic illness and immunity problems plague you? You’re not alone. The answer to most problems lies within your body and it is my job to find the answer. The causes of chronic illness or autoimmune problems are pretty vast but here are just a few big factors: environment, toxins, diet, and stress. All the above cause our bodies to get on the wrong track or can cause it to get stuck. Over time, the stresses on your body build up and we end up with injuries or recurring pain. Injuries or pain is our body is trying to tell us what is wrong; we just need to listen to it!
After we find the source of your pain then we can work towards a solution. Chiropractic adjustments along with supplementation can help put your body back on the right path. Chiropractic adjustments permit the immune system to function more effectively which can aid in eliminating or reducing chronic illness, immunity problems and stress!
I would love to discuss in person what I can do to help resolve your recurring autoimmune or chronic illness.
Call my office today to set up an appointment and we’ll get you back on the right path!
(817)-488-4466
-Dr. Beights
Stress Relief Starts Within
Stressed out? Don’t let it overrun your life. It’s easy to say, but if we spent more times caring about ourselves we might live a little longer and sleep a little better. Today we’re so wrapped up in life (money problems, dual income/working families, bad economy) it’s no wonder people have issues with stress making them physically sick or even causing them to suffer some forms of depression.
When you are stressed, your brain sends out specific chemicals and your body responds with hormones to try and deal with the problem. Unfortunately if these chemicals and hormones release too often they can cause many problems within your body. Weight gain, headaches, back aches, decreased immunity…the list goes on but I think you get my point. Prolonged exposure to high levels of stress can cause your entire physiology to change. By working on the part of the nervous system that opposes stress, chiropractic adjustments, along with supplementation and my guidance can help balance you out, naturally, and counteract the negative affects on your body.
Call me today to set up your appointment for stress relief!
(817)-488-4466
-Dr. Beights
Headache Help Available!
Headaches (especially migraines) are definitely a hassle but we can take an aspirin or some other product and hope the headache goes away…. but sometimes they don’t…. why? Your body is trying to tell you something. In general, your body will give a pain signal when something is off balance or not right. Your body might be having problems from diet, toxin build up, lack of sleep, stress levels, muscle tension in your cranium, misalignment of your head and/or neck or a long list of other possible issues.
What can I do about it? My chiropractic care can help pinpoint your problem. My chiropractic adjustments aid in improving the nervous system function and body immunity which can help eliminate the causes of the stress on your body that cause the pain. Basically, I help clear up the road map of your body and work with you to eliminate the things that are causing stress factors on your body be it toxins or other causes. Over time as we work together you may find your headaches or migraines have reduced in frequency or stopped all together. That’s the goal of my work, to put you on the right track. I believe if listen to our body and aid it in the journey we can eliminate pain naturally.
Treat the source of your problem and you’ll find the key to a pain free life. Give my office a call, I’d like to help you get pain free.
(817)-488-4466
-Dr. Beights
Hormone Doctor
Are your hormones driving and not you? Many people, men and women, experience varying degrees of problems with their hormone balance. We are also exposed to so many different external factors (before even taking into account internal problems) that can cause our hormone levels to change it can be difficult to pinpoint the cause. Hormone changes are also a part of life and sometimes our body just needs a little help to get things moving in the right direction.
Hormone changes can be the cause of your back pain, lack appetite or even mood swings. There are many natural and holistic approaches to help balance your hormone levels to help reduce or eliminate these issues that don’t necessarily include taking prescriptions the rest of your life. My patients have found that my natural wellness solutions help maintain their energy levels and regulate their bodies better than any other method they’ve tried.
Give my office a call today to set up an appointment and we’ll work together to solve this common life issue.
(817)-488-4466
Chiropractic Care is the New Alternative Medicine?
Some people think that chiropractors only help with back pain. While many chiropractors do help with back pain we also can help with many common problems that people don’t normally associate with chiropractors like: digestion, chronic illness, autoimmune disorders, cold and flu treatments and much more. The difference between chiropractic doctors and your typical general practitioner is we tend to focus on a natural approach your ailment with supplementations and adjustments versus prescriptions or expensive life changing surgeries.
While sometimes prescription drugs or surgeries are needed many times they’re not necessary. We believe that your body can heal itself with the right tools. Although advances in more traditional medicine have helped many people those traditional paths don’t always solve all our problems. Just treating the symptoms, like solving a headache with aspirin, without getting to the actual source of your pain over time is not good for the body. Pain is your body telling you something is wrong and without listening to it a problem goes without treatment. Pain can be caused by many factors, not just injuries. Toxins in the foods we eat today, for example, can cause pain like recurring headaches or migraines.
Think of your body’s nervous system as a highway system. You’ve seen what happens on our highways when a something is blocking the road, not only does it slow cars and trucks down, it also makes the road or path less effective to travel on. People even sometimes try taking different paths and sometimes even get stuck at a dead end road! Your nervous system is the road map for your entire body and functions in almost the same way. When your body’s “highway” is clear it works more effectively and your body operates better to handle your health. My care utilizes natural healing methods to make sure your “highway” operates at it’s peak efficiency. Our body knows how to heal itself all we need to do is give it the right tools to do the job. Regular chiropractic adjustments, natural supplementation, diet changes, and exercise can have significant impact on improving your body’s ability to heal itself. We also carry a full line of natural and homoeopathic remedies in our office to help with everything from headaches to cold relief, naturally.
You owe it to yourself before making life changing decisions like surgery or other permanent changes to explore all options available for treatment. After a few months you’ll will see how chiropractic care can aide your body in self healing. I invite you to call my office and set up an individual meeting to discuss your needs.
(817)-488-4466
-Dr. Beights
Back Pain
Some people believe that back pain has to be resolved with surgery; this is not always true. Surgery is not effective for all patients. Pain in your back and other areas can be caused by many factors and it doesn’t necessarily mean you must get surgery (even minimally invasive) to solve it.
Surgery can be a scary prospect because it makes permanent changes to your body. Many times patients will be faced with multiple surgeries beyond an initial surgery. For people with and without insurance this is an extremely expensive treatment path and has no guarantee it will work. It may even cause additional problems you never had to begin with.
My chiropractic work treats pain differently. I treat your pain with spinal adjustments. Pain (in all parts of your body) can be caused by subluxations, which occur when a spinal vertebra becomes misaligned and may compress or inhibit nerve function, resulting in pain. Adjustments involve applying pressure to a specific area to release the vertebra so it can freely align itself. The result is your spine is able to work correctly and the pain often goes away. I practice gentle adjusting techniques.
Many patients experience relief after only a few visits. My patients find this approach a more effective and safer method to long term pain relief instead of surgery or powerful drugs. There are additional health benefits of chiropractic adjustments that I can explain when you come in for your first visit.
I look forward to working with you and together we’ll resolve your problem!
Call Today to set up an appointment.
(817)-488-4466
-Dr. Beights
Chiropractic Can Help With Allergies?
Do you suffer from allergies? Have you tried the route of taking shots and injections and it doesn’t work well? Perhaps you’re tired of letting your allergies rule your life? Maybe you take allergy medicines but find that those come with their own set of side effects? Many people turn to chiropractic care to help relief their allergy symptoms.
By releasing stress on the nervous system, chiropractic adjustments permit the immune system to function more effectively-something all allergy sufferers need. A nervous system without stress functions more efficiently. When your nervous system is less stressed it can deal with problems like allergies better which can reduce or eliminate symptoms.
I correct a common spinal distortion that puts stress on your nervous system. Freed of nervous system stress, your body will work more effectively to neutralize the allergy-causing ailments in your environment or life.
We can also discuss your total life wellness and examine your body overall to determine additional steps, such as supplementation, that may aid in dealing with your allergies.
Having Allergies doesn’t mean you have to take pills or shots for the rest of your life! Learn from me how to deal with them naturally. Call Today!
(817)-488-4466
-Dr. Beights
Ready…Set…Get Healthy!
January is here…time to reflect on the past and plan for the future. Resolutions are on the rise and most include having a healthier year. After the over indulgence on holiday treats, January is a great time to start a detoxification regiment and lay the foundation to wellness!
Detoxification is important in order for your body to function at optimum efficiency. This will promote healing, increase immunity and allow an overall feeling of well-being. Detoxing can resolve chronic aches/pains, allergies, weight management and increase energy levels. It involves cleansing the system of harsh chemicals (food additives, preservatives, flavorings, colors/dyes, pesticides, heavy metals), irritants (food sensitivities including corn, wheat, soy, dairy, sugar, eggs, peanuts), stimulants (caffeine, nicotine, MSG, Aspartame, Sucralose) and depressants (alcohol). Obviously, this is not something that can be done overnight, but don’t despair! There are many great resources to help you along the way.
Depending on where you are on your road to health, different measures should be taken. Always follow close supervision from a professional. If this is your first detox, it may be a better idea to start to add in cleansing foods to slowly start the process, rather than briskly rush toxins through your system which can be harsh on your body and actually make you feel worse. If you are further along in your healthy living, an elimination diet will be more appropriate. If this is the case, on your next visit to Wholistic Healing Chiropractic, muscle testing can be done to see which diet is right for you during your detoxification process. Either way, if you are just beginning your journey or currently living a healthy lifestyle, the detox footbath is a helpful tool to cleanse your system! Read more about the detox footbath here.
Along with cleansing, it is important to replace the bad with good. When going through a detox, your digestive system will be changing PH levels, absorption levels, permeability and bacterial lining. It is important that you give your digestive lining the ingredients necessary to replenish and work properly. The first that I would start with is a high quality probiotic. The probiotics Wholistic Healing carries are living cultures of a healthy balance of intestinal flora that support immune function and decrease colony populations of harmful bacteria. This formula contains FOS molecules which attract bifidobacteria in the gut. Another helpful product Wholistic Healing has available is GreensFirst, a supplement high in fiber containing vegetable ingredients to give you the nutrients, vitamins and fiber that you will need. You may also need a supplement to support liver, kidney or digestive function, if these meridians show up during your visit. It is important that you get muscle tested for supplements before taking them.
If you have any questions or are ready to start your detoxification program, give us a call today!
- Dr. Jennifer Beights