Volume 8, Issue 4
April 2014
MidCoast Wellness Alliance & Holland Chiropractic Wellness Center
Wellness News
You Can Use
Inspiring Health and Wellness
Welcome back to the “Wellness News You Can Use!”
month we will dig into Principle #15: No Motion without
the Effort of Force. Don’t worry. It will be clear once you
In this month’s edition we will provide you with a well- read it.
balanced series of articles that cover the gambit from
exercise to arthritis, to nutrition, and more. In “Arthritis: Last, but not least, we will wrap up this month with a
Part I” you can begin to understand the why’s and what’s fantastic article on exercise; more specifically the benefit
of
arthritis and begin to live a life that minimizes the and fun of participating in an obstacle course style race.
chance you will have to deal with this all too common
Thank you again for being a loyal reader, we enjoy bring(preventable) condition.
ing you the “Wellness News You Can Use” each month.
Make sure to read the article, “Splenda: Not so Splendid”, Enjoy these articles, the recipe of the month, and the
as it is imperative that you protect yourself and your recommended reading.
family from the danger of consuming toxic chemicals
disguised as “food”. As with the past 14 newsletter P.S...make sure to participate in the Health and Wellness
editions, we bring you the 33 Chiropractic Principles. This Quiz, you can’t win a massage if you don’t play!
Inside This
Issue:
Arthritis: Part I
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Splenda: Not so
Splendid
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Obstacle Course
Racing
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Chiropractic
Principle #15:
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No Motion without the Effort of
Force
Recipe of the
Month:
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Lemon & Dill
Chicken
Recommended
Reading
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Wellness Quiz &
Answers
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Upcoming
Articles
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Arthritis: Part I
Simply put, arthritis is the inflammation of a
joint. However, this hardly begins to describe
all the various ways a joint becomes inflamed.
This month we will start the first of a two part
series on arthritis. Here we will cover what it is
and what causes it, and next month we will
discuss prevention and treatment.
improve with activity, to a point. Over exertion of an arthritic joint can exacerbate the
symptoms as well.
Most of the other types of arthritis are due to
an autoimmune condition such as Rheumatoid
Arthritis, Lupus, and Psoriasis. Even under the
heading of Rheumatoid Arthritis there are
There are many types of arthritis, most of many variations. With all of these types of
which can be categorized as degenerative or
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autoimmune. Degenerative arthritis affects
most people, provided they live long enough,
due to the wear and tear on a joint and the
breakdown of the joint cartilage from activities
of daily living and trauma. Genetics and lifestyle factors also play a role in the development
of degenerative arthritis. Degenerative arthritis
is also known as osteoarthritis or degenerative
joint disease. Symptoms of osteoarthritis Genetics and lifestyle factors also play a role in
the development of degenerative arthritis.
include achiness, stiffness, and soreness.
Symptoms are often worse in the morning and
Wellness News
Arthritis: Part I
arthritis, the immune system has gone awry and attacks
one or more of the joint tissues. This causes inflammation
and over time deterioration of the joint.
Gout or Gouty Arthritis stands alone because it doesn’t fit
neatly into either of the other categories. Gout is a condition where uric acid, a byproduct of metabolism, builds
up in the system and crystallizes. These crystals are sharp
and settle into joints, most notably the large toes and
ankles. These uric acid crystals irritate the tissues around
the joints where they settle. Each episode causes more
damage to the joint. Sharp pain and redness around the
joint are common symptoms.
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Regardless of the cause, arthritis can be a painful and
often debilitating condition. At the same time, many
people have arthritis and function quite well and have little
pain.
There are many variables that affect the way each person
reacts to any condition. We can’t cover them all within the
confines of this newsletter, but next month we will go over
some of the highlights of how to avoid certain kinds of
arthritis and what to do if you have it!
Dr. Rok A. Morin
Splenda: Not so Splendid
How many of you use artificial sweeteners? How many of you use natural
sweeteners? How many use no sweeteners at all?
In the United States it is estimated that
the average American consumes 24
pounds of artificial sweeteners per
year. Some of this consumption is
intentional, but a lot of it is being
consumed unknowingly. There are
artificial sweeteners in foods such as
yogurt, frozen dinners, and even baby
foods.
Diet sodas are the number one way that
artificial sweeteners are consumed. For
many, the belief is that there are less
calories and it is better for you when
you are trying to watch your calories.
The truth in fact is that consuming
artificial sweeteners actually causes
you to gain weight. When we eat
artificial sugars our body tries to use
the sugar. This causes the pancreas to
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release insulin. The problem is that
there isn’t any sugar in our body to use
so we begin to crave sugar which in
turns makes us crave food.
as honey and raw cane sugar. Many
people have shifted to using Stevia
which is derived from the stevia
plant. The problem is unless you are
making it yourself some companies
Splenda has become one of the most place additives in with the stevia
used artificial sweeteners on the such as other artificial sweeteners.
market today. Splenda is a form of
sucralose which is one of the four FDA The best possible results will come
approved types of artificial sweeteners. from being as natural as possible.
There are many rumors about sweeten- Removing sugars both natural and
ers. The first is that they cause cancer. artificial is one of the best ways to
While this has not been proven, both lose weight and gain more
researchers have seen an increase in energy!
cancers due to excessive body fat in
people who use moderate amounts of
Dr. Tim H. Coffin
artificial sweeteners.
Splenda and
other artificial sweeteners have been
The best
shown to be very addictive as well as
thing to
causing hyperactivity of the muscles
do is
avoid
controlling the bladder.
artificial
sweetenThe best thing to do is avoid artificial
ers all
sweeteners all together. There are
together.
many natural healthy substitutes such
Volume 8, Issue 4
Obstacle Course Racing
People exercise for many different
reasons. Unfortunately, often times
those reasons are to avoid something
bad like heart disease or obesity.
They are literally trying to run away
from something they don’t want,
instead of running toward something
they do want.
Why is physical exercise important?
Of course there are the cardiovascular, strength, and mobility benefits of
exercising, but why is it important? I
encourage you to think of your workouts, your exercise, as training. What
are you training for? The answer
…...life.
Engaging in a functional fitness
program such as CrossFit is a great
way to prepare you for the demands
of life. The movements of your
activities of daily living - bending,
twisting, squatting, lunging, pushing,
pulling, running and walking - are
integrated into life and form all the
components of fitness ( cardiovascular, stamina, strength, flexibility,
power, speed, coordination, agility,
balance and accuracy).
An important factor in any fitness
program is the ability to test yourself
to see how your training is benefiting
you in the real world outside of the
gym. A fun way to do this is obstacle course racing (OCR).
OCRs have become very popular in
the past few years and chances are
you have maybe even participated in
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supports the Navy SEAL Foundation
and Spartan Race supports Homes for
our Troops. So, not only do get to
push yourself and have a great time,
you can support a great cause while
Check out
I have completed 3 OCRs ranging you’re doing it!
from 5K to 11 miles and I love the www.obstacleracers.com for info on
variety of ways you are tested on the races near you.
course. All of the components of
fitness that I listed above are Get out there, get muddy, and have
challenged, and it’s a blast! Besides some fun!
having a ton of fun, you can identify
the areas you need to work on so you
Dr. Trevor L. Bevans
can meet whatever demands life
throws at you. If you find that
you’re winded early on in the race
you’ll know you need to work on
cardio and stamina. You might find
that you need to work on upper body
strength and flexibility because you
couldn’t scale a wall. Maybe you
find your balance and coordination Let’s not get lost in all the testing
could use some work.
of our abilities. ..
one. If you haven’t, no need to
worry. There is a wide range of
races ranging from 1 mile to marathon distances.
Let’s not get lost in all the testing of
our abilities, though. Remember the
most important thing is that these
challenging events are fun, especially
if you compete as a team. Pushing
yourself through the race with the
support of teammates builds camaraderie. Most races involve a significant quantity of mud. Let your inner
child free by crawling through a
muddy pit.
Nearly all OCRs give back to charities, many of them military and
veterans.
For instance, Tough
Mudder supports the Wounded
Warrior Fund, Bone Frog Challenge
Remember the most important
thing is that these challenging
events are fun!
Wellness News
Chiropractic Principle #15:
No Motion without the Effort of Force
In Principle #15 Dr. Stephenson states a relatively obvious
but hard to comprehend fact: “No one has ever seen motion,
but everyone has seen matter moving”. In the writing of this
principle, Dr. Stephenson states that when we perceive
“matter” change location or changing location, we do not
perceive motion, we perceive the result of force applied to
matter, which we know as motion/movement.
“The Major Premise” states that “There is Universal
Intelligence in all matter and continually gives to it all
its properties and actions”. In all things of matter there
is molecular motion. Nothing that is “matter” IS without force/intelligence and you cannot have force/
intelligence without motion (perceivable or not).
To be clear, in my opinion what he is saying is; force is in
all matter at all times regardless of our awareness. There
would be no matter without force/intelligence, as it is the
intelligence that organizes and creates the “property” of
matter. But whether the object/matter moves perceivably or
not, we must know that there is force/intelligence in
existence regardless of our perceived awareness of movement, or in our terms, motion.
In chiropractic, the 33 Principles define the foundation
of the truth that all life and everything that makes up
our living experience, perceivable or unperceivable, is
the result of the cooperation and expression of
(Principle #4: The Triune of Life), Intelligence, Force,
and Matter. The goal of Chiropractic in its application
is to detect and correct the interference to the result of
that Triune. That correction is accomplished through
the specific and scientific Chiropractic Adjustment.
Going back to early discussions, we know that Principle #1:
Dr. Jeffrey S. Slocum
Recipe of the Month:
Lemon & Dill Chicken
Prep & Ready Time: 30 Minutes
Yields: 4 Servings
Ingredients:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken
breasts
Salt & ground pepper to taste
3 tsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken
broth
2 tsp flour
2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, divided
1 tbsp lemon juice
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Directions:
1. Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper. Heat 1 1/2
teaspoons oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the
chicken and sear until well browned on both sides, about 3 minutes per
side. Transfer chicken to a plate and tent with foil.
2. Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil to the pan.
Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Whisk broth, flour,
1 tablespoon dill and lemon juice in a measuring cup and add to pan.
Cook, whisking, until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
3. Return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the pan; reduce heat to
low and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 4 minutes.
Transfer the chicken to a warmed platter. Season sauce with salt and
pepper and spoon over the chicken. Garnish with the remaining 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill.
4. Serve with your favorite vegetable and Enjoy!
Volume 8, Issue 4
T6—A subluxation or interference at this spinal level can
affect the stomach, esophagus,
peritoneum, duodenum.
Having a nervous system
screening using SEMG and thermography will help determine if
these nerves are healthy.
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www.MyHCWC.com
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Health and Wellness Quiz:
Each month we will be doing a Health and Wellness Quiz. You 1. What is arthritis?
can e-mail or snail mail your answers to:
samantha@hollandchiropracticcenter.com
or
Wellness Quiz
36 School St.
Bath, ME 04530
2. What are the symptoms of osteoarthritis?
3. What is the estimate of how much the average
American consumes of artificial sweeteners per
year?
4. What is an important factor in any fitness program?
We will enter your name in a monthly drawing to win a 1/2
hour massage with our Licensed Massage Therapist, 5. What is the most important thing to remember about
Benjamin Slocum, at Holland Chiropractic Wellness Center!
obstacle course racing?
Benjamin has been practicing massage for 14 years and
joined HCWC in 1999. He looks forward to working with you 6. What is the fifteenth Chiropractic principle and what
soon! Please include your name and phone number so we
does it state?
can contact you if you win. Your information will only be used
to contact you if you are a winner. We will not contact you for 7. What organs and/or body parts could be affected by a
any other reason unless asked by you to do so. Winner’s first
subluxation at the sixth (T6) Thoracic Vertebrae?
name, last initial, and place of employment will be listed in a
future issue.
March Answers:
1. Nitrates and nitrites are forms of salts used to preserve cured meats.
2. Your body produces 70-90% of your total nitrite exposure as part of the digestive process.
3. If you have had difficulty achieving a goal, take a fresh look at it and see if you can approach it differently.
4. Cabbage is one of the Cruciferous vegetables, which include cauliflower, bok choy and broccoli.
5. The main vitamins and minerals in cabbage are: vitamin K, vitamin C, Folate, Manganese, Molybdenum,
vitamin B6, Potassium, Tryptophan, Calcium, and vitamin B1.
6. The fourteenth chiropractic principle is, Universal Life, and states that “Force is manifested by motion in
matter; all matter has motion, therefore there is universal life in all matter”.
7. A subluxation or interference at the fifth (T5) Thoracic Vertebrae can affect the liver, solar plexus, circulation (general), heart, esophagus, stomach.
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Inside the May Issue:
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Probiotics
Tech Free Time
Arthritis: Part II
Principle #16: Intelligence in both Organic and Inorganic Matter
Recipe of the Month
Recommended Reading
Health & Wellness Quiz
MidCoast Wellness Alliance & Holland Chiropractic Wellness Center News & Updates
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About Holland Chiropractic Wellness Center
Holland Chiropractic Wellness Center
36 School Street
Bath, Maine
04530
Phone: 207-443-2635
Fax: 207-443-1244
E-mail:
info@hollandchiropracticcenter.com
At Holland Chiropractic Wellness Center we offer a full
range of wellness services including full spectrum
nervous system and spinal screenings, health
consultations, and care planning from acute care through
wellness development and maintenance. We supply our
patients with continuous education and opportunities to
build stronger, healthy bodies and minds. If you haven’t
had your spine and nervous system checked recently, it
could be the best investment you ever make in your
future. For more information, please contact us by phone,
email or by stopping by our office.
MWA
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To provide excellent Chiropractic care, education, and support with the intent to stimulate, nurture, and
facilitate growth, learning, health, and well-being for our patients and community, thus empowering and
inspiring a new paradigm of health based on the philosophy and principles of Chiropractic.
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