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YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT!

"When diet is wrong, medicine is of no use.. when diet is correct, medicine is of no need." - Ancient Proverb

  • #1 epidemic in our country is lifestyle related. Malnutrition due to mineral deficiency.
  • 4 out of 10 top diseases are all lifestyle related (obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and cancer).
  • 5 out of 6 Americans die from heart disease or cancer
  • 80% of people have a chronic disease (indigestion, constipation, chronic fatigue, high blood pressure)
  • The average American takes 11 prescription medications. This does not include over the counter meds.
  • Symptoms are warning signs... we don't catch a disease, we create it through what we eat, drink and how we handle stress.
ABC'S OF HEALTH
A=Activation. Chiropractic adjustments of central nervous system. Nervous system functioning at 100%
B=Build body with91 nutrients a day. Repair, Regenerate, Recover.
  • You are what you eat. The body needs 91 nutrients every day:
  • 60 minerals
  • 16 vitamins
  • 12 essential amino acids
  • 12 fatty acids
C=Cleanse or eliminate.
  • The body should eliminate 8 pounds of waste daily (urine, sweat, feces)
  • You should have 3-5 bowel movements a day. 1 a day is not normal.
  • Constipation is toxic, acidic and a great place for bacteria and fungus to grow
  • Your body will try to eliminate the toxins through the skin, mouth, by itching, vomit, etc
Try to eating the Rainbow Diet.
  • 6 veggies, 2 fruits, 1 starch, and 1 protein
  • 50% of the diet should be raw
  • 3/4 of your plate should be vegetables. Allow these to be your carbohydrates instead of breads and cereals
  • 1/4 of your plate should be protein (the size of the palm of your hand)
  • Increase your intake of organic, fresh produce, and vegetables
  • Eliminate canned food
  • No microwaves
  • Prepare food at home
  • Less is better


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