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2015 May Newsletter
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See our latest clinic offers, health updates, medical community news and more in this month's outreach newsletter. Hopefully this information is helpful to you on your health journey. Don't forget to read on our blog for all the latest medical news and useful information! Doctor Clinic Houston is now on Twitter. Please follow us for the latest news, updates and interesting medical information. As always, our mission is to provide high-quality, affordable and accessible healthcare. With six convenient offices located in the greater area, we are helping heal Houston one patient at a time, inside and out with old-fashion care with modern day service and technology. As always, we thank you for choosing Doctors Clinic Houston for all of your healthcare needs. Remember to like us out on FaceBook and visit online to book appointments. Sincerely, Doctors Clinic Houston[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/1"][vc_column_text]Chiropractic Care
Our approach involves following basic orthopedic care as well as conservative care within a manageable time frame to get your spinal, neck or other area's health back in order. We are happy to assist in:- Establishing Goals
- Diagnostic Testing
- Surgery and/or Therapy
- Post-Operative Management
- You have trouble standing or walking because of nerve weakness
- Conservative treatment, such as medication or physical therapy, fails to improve your symptoms after six weeks
- A disk fragment lodges in your spinal canal, pressing on a nerve
- Pain radiating into your buttocks, legs, arms or chest becomes too much to manage
Start feeling yourself again!
See a complete list of the various treatments below that we can offer to you after a comprehensive diagnosis.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]Weight Loss Program Services
Are you overweight and looking to shed some of that extra fat? Doctors Clinic Houston has developed an effective diet and exercise program to help you shed an unprecedented amount of weight. It will take sacrifice and hard work, but in the long run, we guarantee you that you will be grateful for having made the commitment. Experience a personalized medical approach to weight management. We currently offer weight loss programs varying in scope and are equipped to help you with your weight loss intentions. We are a medical facility with the latest in technology to assist patients feel and look the best they can and offer affordable pricing. Maintaining a healthy weight for your body is one of the single most important things that you can do for your overall health. This is why the healthcare providers at Doctors Clinic Houston are committed to helping patients achieve and maintain healthy weight goals throughout the lifespan.Our Weight Loss Program
Each person's body weight is a result of many complex factors including genes, metabolism, environment, culture, lifestyle, and behaviors. For this reason our providers work individually with each patient to create a personalized weight loss clinic plan based on their unique needs. We include:- Comprehensive and private medical evaluation to identify underlying causes of weight gain and determine the best treatment course available
- Integration of natural supplements with traditional diet and exercise treatment modalities
- Ongoing medical counseling and support from a qualified health professional
Weight and Your Health
As the second leading preventable cause of death, obesity is one of the most serious health problems our society is facing today. Being overweight or obese significantly raises ones risk for many diseases including heart disease, diabetes, cancer, hypertension, stroke, liver disease, respiratory problems, arthritis, and infertility.Are you overweight?
Medical professionals use a system called the Body Mass Index (BMI) to determine whether or not an individual is within a normal weight range for their height. People who maintain their weight within a normal BMI rage tend to live the longest and have the least amount of weight-related medical problems.- Normal Weight = BMI of 18.5-24.9
- Overweight = BMI of 25-29.9
- Obese = BMI of 30 or greater
Health Awareness
Are you looking to slim down for summer, but also looking for ways to eat without feeling deprived - time to get the dish on carbs! Good carbs? There Are Options... The trick is timing, and to eat 100 percent whole grains in the morning, and not after.Healthy Ideas:
- Lox and avocado
- A big sandwich
- Shrimp salad there are options!
Breakfast:
- Yogurt
- Blueberries
- Healthy Clusters example: from Kind Snacks
- not granola which is full of fat and calories
- Lox on a bagel with a schmear and avocado.
- Have whole wheat bagel "thins"
Lunch:
- The weight loss sandwich:
- Ingredients include:
- Chickpeas
- Sriracha Hummus
- Quarter of an avocado
Two Dinner Ideas:
- Pork tenderloin with swiss chard and sweet potatoes
- Lentil shrimp salad with mango chutney
Substitutes:
- Lentils are high in fiber and are filling
- The shrimp is also high protein.
- Overall, the goal is to fill up on lentils, beans and vegetables.
- Make sure fruits and vegetables are a majority of your plate.
Houston Health Concern
We're tackling something that will make your skin crawl. Houston is one of the top cities in the country carrying the crawling critters. Apparently there's been an infestation of bed bugs in the city. Particularly in apartment homes. We've learned what to look for and how to prevent the problem from spreading. Read below:SPRAYING DOES NOT KILL BED BUGS!
ABC Home & Commercial Services owner Raleigh Jenkins says many people use chemicals, but that doesn't necessarily kill them all. There's only one solution for that: heat. "They will not have a resistance to the heat," says Jenkins. "When the heat gets to 120 degrees, 100 percent kill will happen." ABC even has a specially trained dog named Frisbee. He smells the pheromones of bed bugs and confirms if you have a bad case.How Do You Get Bed Bugs
Bed bugs get into apartments and homes basically by hitchhiking on your stuff. So when you take your summer vacation, there are things you can do when in a hotel to help cut down the chances of bringing home those unwanted souvenirs.Travel Tip:
When you get into your room, don't lay your suitcase on the carpet. Put in on a luggage rack. Doing so makes it harder for bed bugs to get into your suitcase.Bed Bugs in Your Home
Bed bugs, once they are in your home, are hard to get rid of. Heating treatment and follow up visits can run as much as $1,200 dollars.There are some cheap ideas to get rid of bed bugs before they take over where you live. If you're worried they might hop a ride on you, throw everything you're wearing in the dryer and put it on high heat. Also, use a hairdryer on bags and suitcases to kill any that might be clinging on.CHECK FOR SIGNS
- Inspect your room.
- Bed bugs like warm, dark places.
- Start by pulling down the sheets and blankets.
- Pay particular attention to the white edging around the mattress as it's a good place to spot them.
- Bed bugs look like apple seeds and they leave little stains behind.
- Check around the headboard; it's a good hiding spot. Behind the nightstand and in the dresser drawers, too.
Is Your Child Healthy?
Chances are your kids aren't getting enough exercise -- even your youngest ones. Researchers monitored kids at 10 preschools. They found the children were only exercising about 12-percent of the time. The rest of their day was spent napping, eating, or generally being inactive. The CDC recommends kids get at least one hour of daily exercise. The researchers point out plenty of exercise at a young age is essential for a child's development and for preventing obesity.Parenting Discussion
Was parenting easier forty years ago? Mom's in the new millennium, dream about the idea of parenting in a world where streets are safe and parents can let their children run freely through the neighborhood, their bodies naturally challenged with the exercise of play. Instead today, before the slam of the car door fades and the backpack drops on the floor, the TV is switched on and the last few hours of daylight disappear in a haze of video games and over processed snack foods. Even the concerned, well-meaning parent can often stand helpless, wondering how to compete against marketing genius and instant gratification. Exercise and carrot sticks have a hard time competing with Xboxes, SpongeBob and potato chips. The proof is all around us. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the health of too many North Americans is in danger because of unhealthy lifestyles. The latest data from the National Center for Health Statistics show that 30 percent of U.S. adults 20 years of age and older - over 60 million people - are obese. The CDC reports the percentage of young people who are overweight has more than tripled since 1980.My kids aren't obese - why should I be concerned?
Your kids are normal, right? You are parenting just fine. But in a world where walking is limited, school P.E. programs are being cut, and cars, elevators and buses eliminate our chance to exercise naturally, we need to make a concerted effort to make physical activity part of our day and our children's days. Despite all the benefits of being physically active, most Americans are sedentary. Inactive children are likely to become inactive adults.So as parents how can we get our kids moving?
"The American Heart Association recommends that children and adolescents participate in at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity every day." The great news is exercise comes in many forms and can be a lot of fun! With a little creativity you can easily add some fun physical activity into your parenting style.- Lead the way. You need to set a good example. Kids, especially younger children, naturally follow their parents. So make sure you are looking after your ownhealth and making physical activity a priority in your life.
- Do it together. In today's overscheduled world, we need to make sure we are spending quality time with our children. What better way than to be active together. Since kids can't be alone roaming the neighborhood, parents need to play with them.
- Make it fun. Put on some music and dance. Play tag. Roller blade. Basically just play. Provide them with toys and equipment that encourage them to be active while having fun. Bikes, scooters, hockey sticks and baseball bats will get your kids moving and active. For preschool children, ride on toys that get them exercising like pedal cars, big wheels and tricycles are always a great parenting decision.
- Cheer them on. Create positive reinforcements with encouragement and support. Help them find sports and activities that build their self esteem. Attend their sporting events and let them know you are their biggest fan whether they win or lose.
- Turn it off. Of course, we need to limit the time our kids watch TV and play video games. But make sure you do it in a positive way. If they are angry that you just turned off their favorite show, they might not be too excited about going out rollerblading with you. Allow screen time during designated hours, preferably after homework is done and when physical activity is finished, like in the evening or on Saturday morning when tired parents might need to catch a few extra minutes of sleep.
Allergy Season
It is the time of year where season changes can cause flare ups in allergies and asthma. Adults and children can be very susceptible to seasonal allergies during this time due to all of that pollen floating around. If your child always seems to get sick around this time and during the fall, then seasonal allergies may be the cause of the problem. Watch their pattern of symptoms such as worse symptoms in the morning that improve during the day. Symptoms could include things such as a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sniffling.Irritants and trigger allergies and asthma
- House dust
- animal exposures
- pollens
- molds
- indoor pollutants
Cut down on the severity of symptoms
- Dusting and sweeping often can
- Changing clothes after a trip outside could also help.
- If your child is doing an extreme activity, it could induce symptoms.
- Encourage and enforce your child to wash their hands thoroughly often.
Get Your Family Allergy RELIEF Starting Today!
Clinic Offers
At Doctors Clinic Houston, our quality physicians, nurses and support staff are ready to provide total, expert allergy treatment services to you and your entire family. We have convenient Houston Locations throughout the entire Houston area to serve you in your time of need. By combining the latest technology, along with our years of experience, we are able to identify, assist and deliver treatments suitable to the individual needs of our patients. Are you experiencing any of the following symptoms?- Congestion.
- Itchy, watery eyes
- Skin problems.
- Frequent infections.
- Feeling tired.
- Feeling anxious.
- Cannot sleep.
- Digestive problems.
- Bloating.
- Constipation.
- Mood swings.
- Having trouble concentrating.
- Muscle weakness.
- Swollen joints.
THIS SEASON DO YOU WANT TO FEEL LIKE...
THIS?
OR THIS?
YOU DECIDE!
Allergy Report
See Houston allergy reports based on City of Houston finding for the current month.POLLEN AND MOLD SPORE REPORT APRIL
THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2015
TYPE | RANGE | COUNT /Cubic meter air |
TREE POLLEN | MEDIUM | 46 |
WEED POLLEN | NONE | 0 |
GRASS POLLEN | NONE | 0 |
MOLD SPORES | MEDIUM | 11,592 |
Healing Chiropractic Bed
The IntelliBED Special Offer
Many of your know that I have been recommending intelliBED for some time now. They've contacted us to let me know that in honor of May being National Sleep Month, they will be offering our patients a free Sleep Genius Speaker Set ($295 Value) if they purchase anytime during the month of May, in addition to the 10% discount when you purchase an intelliBED. Sleep Genius is a sound-based sleep aid used nightly to gently train your brain into natural healthy sleep rhythms. Your ears hear soothing music, but your brain hears scientifically developed neurosensory sounds helping you get to sleep faster, sleep deeper and stay asleep longer, so you awake feeling refreshed. With over 1 million customers, Sleep Genius is the most scientifically advanced sleep program in the world, and was developed following their research helping NASA get astronauts to sleep in space. Sleep Genius is just another great tool, along with intelliBED, to help you achieve the best sleep and health of your life.ASK YOURSELF!!!
- How well do you sleep?
- Do you toss and turn?
- Do you ever awaken with stiffness, soreness, numbness or pain?
- This company has found a replacement material for foam to cushion the body called Intelli-Gel.
- Intelli-Gel was created by engineers to provide the body with the most pressure relief possible and has been used to treat burn victims for decades.
- My experience is that Intelli-Gel cushions better than any other mattress I have experienced, which reduces the amount you toss and turn, allowing you to stay in the deep healing stages of sleep longer.
- It provides better alignment support than any other mattress I've looked at, which is necessary to hold adjustments.
- Unlike beds that use a lot of foam, intelliBEDs provide consistent support and is guaranteed for 30 years. Who wouldn't love not having to purchase a new bed every few years?
- They don't use any toxic materials in the build out of their beds or any chemical fire retardants, which I know is important to a lot of you.
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Email us at info@skinvenus.com[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]Ebola: A Briefing
Leaky Gut Syndrome : What It Is, How To Cure It
Leaky gut syndrome is one of those insidious ailments affecting millions of people around the world. Our Doctors Clinic uses the term insidious because the majority of individuals suffering from this debilitating problem are totally unaware that they have it. From the sound of it, you may think that leaky gut syndrome only affects the gut, but the reality is that what starts out as a gut problem ends up doing a great deal of damage elsewhere in the body.
Think of the lining of your digestive tract like a net with extremely small holes in it - allowing only a select few substances to pass through it. Your gut lining acts as a barrier that keeps out harmful substances. When it erodes, those harmful substances pass through and do a great deal of damage to your body. The image below does a brilliant job of describing exactly what happens when one has a leaky gut.
Looks scary, doesn't it? Well, there's no need to worry. There is a way to treat this issue, and you can return to great health. It just takes time, and a great deal of effort on your part to eat the correct foods and avoid the bad foods. Our doctors at Doctors Clinic Houston are going to go the full 10 yards to give you all the information you need to end the leaky gut madness.
Symptoms
Before we talk about the treatment, let's focus on the symptoms. If you don't have any of these symptoms, then the chances that you have leaky gut are infinitesimal. If you do, then its best that you become not only more vigilant, but more proactive in finding out what is wrong. The inimitable Ayn Rand once said, "The question isn't who is going to let me; it's who is going to stop me." That is the mentality you need to accept and live by, if you want to combat this incredibly destructive health issue. You need to fight tooth and nail to get rid of it. And if that means reading this entire article, and then looking into the problem for another 4 or 5 hours, then it'll definitely be worth the time. The symptoms for leaky gut are the following:- Bloating
- Thyroid conditions
- Fatigue
- Joint pain
- Skin issues like rosacea and acne
- Digestive problems
- Headaches
- Brain Fog
What Causes Leaky Gut?
The four main causes of leaky gut which include:- Poor diet
- Chronic stress
- Toxin overload
- Bacterial imbalance
The 4-Step Plan to Heal Leaky Gut
- REMOVE foods and factors that damage the gut
- REPLACE with healing foods
- REPAIR with specific supplements
- REBALANCE with probiotics
- Bone Broth
- Raw Cultured Dairy
- Fermented Vegetables
- Coconut Products
- Flaxseeds and Hempseeds
Strength Training for the Elderly
- Chest Press: minimum 20 reps
- Bicep Curl: minimum 20 reps
- Overhead Press: minimum 20 reps
- Leg Press: minimum 20 reps
- Core Exercises: until exhaustion
Combating Insomnia
Sleep. It's something we've been doing all our lives, since time immemorial. Babies do it, those in dotage do it, as well as everybody else in between. Despite all this, very little is known about sleep. It is one of the great mysteries of life.
However, there is one thing that we do know about sleep: good sleep is one of the cornerstones of health.
Interrupted sleep can cause a bevy of problems, including:
- a dramatically weakened immune system
- accelerated tumor growth - studies show that tumors grow up to 5 times faster in lab animals with severe sleep dysfunctions
- a pre-diabetic state wherein you always feel hungry despite having eaten already
- an impaired memory and decrease in cognitive abilities
Impaired sleep can also cause:
- Heart diseases
- Stomach problems - including ulcers
- Constipation
There's more. Sleep deprivation results in premature aging, and it does this by interfering with one's growth hormone production, which is supposed to be done by the pituitary gland as one sleeps. A study has revealed that individuals with chronic insomnia are 3 times more likely of dying from any cause.
Optimizing Sleep
In order to help you fight insomnia, you can do a few things to reverse your condition. Our doctors clinic has compiled a list below:
- Make sure to sleep in darkness. Even a little light in the room can cause a disruption in one's sleeping pattern. Your internal clock has a difficult time adapting to brightly lit rooms at night.
- Maintain a temperature of no more than seventy degrees F. When you are asleep, your organ's internal temperature drops to a very low level, typically 4 hours into it. Scientific studies have revealed that a cooler abode and a cooler bedroom is most conducive to sleep, as it emulates your body's natural temperature drop.
- Reduce EMF exposure. Some doctors claim that EMF negatively affects one's health. The studies have not been definitive, and so, we cannot make that claim ourselves. However, there is evidence to show that EMF can disrupt sleeping patterns.
- Don't use noisy, blaring alarm clocks. It is very bad for you to be jolted awake all of a sudden. Loud alarm clocks result in just that. Make sure to avoid this. Our Houston doctors clinic beseeches all to not shock your body with these blaring bells.
- Use the bed for sleeping only. If you generally watch televeision while you're laying in bed, you will find it much more difficult to fall asleep. That is because you are tricking your body into making it think that it is not supposed to sleep in the place where it is at. Television is indeed a passive activity, but not passive enough to help you fall asleep in bed.
- Go to bed as early as you can. Your body tends to recharge between the time of 11 p.m. and 1 a.m. Typically, your gallbladder expunges toxins during this exact time period. You want it to do its work while you are sleeping, for it works more effectively when you are relaxed. Thus it is important to fall asleep earlier, and thus it is most beneficial for your health to do so.
- Establish a routine. As human beings, we are systems oriented. We like patterns. Establishing a routine will make us feel comfortable. Comfort is necessary but not sufficient for a good night's sleep.
- Limit fluids before bedtime. A lot of people have to get up during the night to urinate. This isn't a terrible thing, but it'd be most preferable to avoid said occurrence. Limit your fluids before you go to bed. It is best to not drink anything two hours before bedtime, but if you have to, if you are parched and need some fluids, drink no more than one cup within that time frame.
- Eat some protein a few hours before you go to bed. The L-tryptophyan that you get from protein will optimize your melatonin and serotonin levels - both incredibly important for your well-being.
- Snack on a piece of fruit. Experiment with this. It doesn't work for all, but for most, it does. Bow down to reason and evidence. If it doesn't work for you, don't do it. If it does, please, do it as often as you can. Fruit can help tryptophan cross your blood-brain barrier.
- Skip the grains before bed. Grains cause bloating. Bloating causes a great deal of discomfort, not to mention gas that nobody wants when in the sheets, particularly with a partner to one's side. Skip beans and grains and sugar. You want to feel light and easy when you hop into bed.
- Listen to relaxation CDs. This goes against the advice to avoid EMF exposure. For those who aren't as sensitive to EMF, this may help. You want to feel soothed before bed. Relaxing music can do that for you.
- Journal before bed. Contrary to popular opinion, journaling is an incredibly challenging activity. It takes a lot of brain power. Introspection and reflection are skills that need to be honed. Honing skills takes time and effort. The effort can result in one feeling tired and exhausted - a great state to be in when you want to fall asleep.
- Avoid caffeine. This one could arguably be at the top of the list, but because it is so obvious, we thought to include some of the less known pieces of advice first. Caffeine energizes an individual and, obviously, you don't want to be energized before bed.
- Exercise regularly. Exercising for at least half an hour every single day can dramatically improve one's sleep. You don't want to actively suppress your own needs and preferences. If you have a need for good sleep, then it is important to invest those thirty minutes of your time to improve your chances of good sleep.
- Avoid alcohol like the plague. Or any drug for that matter. You don't want to throw your system into shock with noxious substances.
This list was meant to be illustrative, not complete. Scientists and doctors are gaining more and more knowledge about sleep and how to optimize sleep. Stay tuned for more advice on how to combat insomnia.
Vitamin D3 And Eye Health
It has become common knowledge that the consumption of vitamin D3 is incredibly important for the health of one's bones.
For the past 8 years, research has continually showed that the moer vitamin D an individual took, the less likely it was for that individual to develop any of the serious chronic diseases, like cancer, heart disease, or multiple sclerosis. And now, the studies have discovered that vitamin D3 also helps improve eyesight problems as a result of aging.
Great for the Eyes
The majority of people think of vitamin A when they think of the vitamin that is good for the eyes. They may also think of beta carotene, for that is another nutrient which helps improve eyesight to some extent.
However, recent studies have discovered that vitamin D is even more important than both vitamin A and beta carotene combined. A bunch of studies were done on mice and the effects vitamin D3 had on their vision. After just siz weeks of vitamin D3 supplementation, the improvements were as follows:
- improved vision
- a decrease in retinal inflammation
- a decrease in the levels of amyloid beta accumulation
- massive reductions in the quantity of retinal macrophage
These discoveries are proof that vitamin D3 may indeed help prevent age-related macular degeneration, by far the most common cause of blindness in the elderly. AMD is also considered to be related to amyloid beta accumulation and inflammation. Fortunately, vitamin D can help reduce the damage done by both of these conditions.
A List of Other Things That'll Improve Eye Health
Making sure to keep the eyes in optimal condition as you get older takes a lot of work, but is definitely necessary work. It's not just about taking in one nutrient and assuming that you'll be okay forever. A comprehensive strategy is more likely going to help one maintain his or her eye health. This strategy include:
- Optimize vitamin D levels. By far, the best way to get your vitamin D is by exposing yourself to the sun. If you live in a place where there isn't enough sun, or if you just don't have the time to get under the sun, a vitamin D3 supplement can and should be taken.
- Pay attention and take care of your cardiovascular system. High blood pressure can be damaging to the blood vessels in the retina, which will subsequently restric the amount of free blood flow to the eye. Avoiding fructose is another must, for it restricts blood flow.
- Normalize blood sugar. Too much sugar in the blood will eventually reduce fluid from the lens of the eye, affecting one's ability to focus in on one particular thing. It also is notorious for damaging the blood vessels in the retina, definitely something that nobody would want if eye health is of any importance.
- Eat plenty of fresh, dark green, leafy veggies. Kale is among the most important vegetables you can get your hands on, but all the dark green, leafy vegetables greatly improve eye health. Making sure to get at the very minimum, 3 servings of dark vegetables per day, will go a long way toward reversing eye damage.
- Omega-3 fats are a must. Omega-3 fatty acids will dramatically reduce the inflammation in the eye. This increases blood flow to the eye and thus makes it easier for one to focus on any given object in line of sight.
- Avoid trans fats like the plague. Unlike saturated fats, which are healthy, trans fats are incredibly unhealthy. They clog arteries and increase inflammation. They are bad for your brain, your blood vessels, and even your eyes. Avoiding them like the plague is a must if one wants to optimize his or her eye health.
- Stop smoking. Smoking dramatically increases free radical-production throughout the body, putting one at risk for less-than-sufficient health in a great many way. Poor eye vision is just one of the negative effects that result from smoking.
As you can see, it is not just vitamin D3 that is responsible for maintaining a healthy pair of eyes. But nonetheless, the benefits that come from taking in more vitamin D3 are legion. Making sure to have at least 3,000 IU of vitamin D3 is enough to keep the eyes working properly. The older one gets, the more D3 one needs. As long as one is exposed to enough sunlight, preferably until the skin turns a slight shade of pink, they have gotten their necessary daily dose of vitamin D3. Just make sure you incorporate foods and supplements rich in vitamin D3, and you won't have to worry about a rapidly deteriorating vision.