Thank you for the statement Senator Edward Kennedy. It is well thought out and makes some excellent points. I feel obligated to clear up some of the points made and hopefully add some real value.
There are many places that the comments show that the words medicine and healthcare are interchangeable. They are clearly not and it is not simply semantics. This is a common practice and shines a light on how conditioned we have become by the industrial complex known as medicine. A search online on the history of the monopolizing power of medicine will make anyone that cares to look, aware of how deep rooted the problems truly are.
As well meaning as Senator Kennedy may be, unfortunately the change that is vital will not come about with the same mindset that sub-consciously and perniciously pervades our brains.
Preventing disease is quite different from creating health. The term preventive medicine is an oxymoron that is accepted as normal. Medicine was never designed to create health and wellness, yet it also never allowed any other type of practitioners to focus in this area. Medical education is one spoke in the wheel of the healthcare system and has attempted to dominate the market place for over a century by assuming that the term medicine is all encompassing. There are many healthcare providers that are extremely well trained in the healing arts and science, that do not go through the traditional medical model of education. That lack of awareness of this in the statement shows that Senator Kennedy may not have a complete grasp of why the system is broken in the first place.
Early and possibly free tests are nothing new and usually are code words for someone else paying. It also usually means that the treatments options will be increases in dispensing medicine and surgeries. Using words like wellness but not understanding them become buzz terms for marketing firms yet do nothing to actually help right the ship.
Big pharma, which has destroyed any idea of Americans taking responsibility for their own outcomes, our corrupt agricultural businesses and stock price driven insurance companies are too powerful and insidious for any reform to add up to much. As we watch oil prices rise and fall, Americans are having their attention diverted as hundreds of thousands of people die because of medical mistakes every year in this country. The miracle of modern medicine brings back memories from The Wizard Of Oz with the man behind the curtain. At this point in our history it is imperative that we make it a Health Revolution.
We need to join together as health providers of all disciplines, consumers and leaders to go through the most difficult challenge we will face in our lifetimes. Empowering people to realize that they can create health largely by the decisions they make day to day. A large part of the Revolution should include a spoke of the wheel being in charge of the wellness arena that is separate and distinct from medicine yet working for the ultimate benefit of the patient.
There are several highly trained health providers that have been leading the charge to health and wellness. They consist of Chiropractors, Naturopaths, Acupuncturists, Holistic Health Counselors, Licensed Massage Therapists, Holistic Medical Doctors, Nurse Practitioners and many others. Much of this change has been driven by individuals taking responsibility and helping others by self training in many health related areas such as nutrition and energy healing to name just two.
Chiropractors that are positioning themselves as holistic healers have been leading the wellness charge for decades and have been experiencing astonishing results naturally, without drugs or surgery.
This article is not intended to have all the answers or a complete plan laid out, but it is necessary to be clear about the rhetoric that is being presented to the American people and let people know that there is a new paradigm growing every day.
I understand that this article will come up against much opposition and I look forward to continuing the conversation respectfully with any one that so chooses.
Sincerely,
Dr. Edward Beck
Advanced Chiropractic Center
www.HealingPotential.com
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Friday, June 5, 2009
Increase Your Energy 100%
If there’s one thing that the large majority of patients I see would like to have help with, it’s increasing their energy. How’s your energy? I mean before the second cup of coffee or foo foo drink from Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts. Are you fatigued? Fatigue is one of the most common complaints in any doctor’s office. Chronic fatigue has become a household phrase. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is becoming one of the most common yet misunderstood diagnoses in America today. There are many reasons for having a lack of energy. Working too many hours, emotional stress, health conditions and even too much late night tv when your favorite show is on. However, there is a very common factor in fatigue. The good news is that there is a simple way to increase your energy and it’s effective and incredibly easy. So what is it?
Remember when you went to a school dance and the boys stood on one side and girls on the other side of the room? Everyone was nervous and wanted to talk to other people but their legs felt like concrete. Your heart was beating faster and you could not think of what to say.
Then the music started. After a few minutes, one of your favorite songs came on and you and your friends looked at each other and were nervous and excited. The next few minutes were a little bit of a blur but the next thing you knew you were standing across from a person and you were both moving your legs, arms and body awkwardly to the beat.
I’m back from my daydream. Thanks for joining me. The point is that there was what we call a catalyst. The music somehow started a reaction inside that helped move everyone across the floor. There is a major catalyst in our bodies that is similar to the most amazing music. It’s called enzymes. Digestive enzymes break down the food into nutrients that we need for every function in our bodies. They have been called the spark of life by some scientists. The food we eat is packed full of these tiny spark plugs. Food comes with enzymes so you can break it down while using very little of your own. This allows you to conserve your energy for other functions. Meanwhile, we consume large amounts of energy drinks and caffeine to get through the day.
So how do we increase our energy 100%? First, we need to start eating whole foods and make sure most of them are fresh and not cooked, micro-waved etc. The second thing we need to do is increase our fresh, clean water intake. Both of these are the easiest and most effective ways to increase your energy through the roof. Try this for one week and let me know how you feel.
Interested in one more great way to increase your energy? Check out our upcoming articles on increasing energy.
Create great health!
www.HealingPotential.com
Remember when you went to a school dance and the boys stood on one side and girls on the other side of the room? Everyone was nervous and wanted to talk to other people but their legs felt like concrete. Your heart was beating faster and you could not think of what to say.
Then the music started. After a few minutes, one of your favorite songs came on and you and your friends looked at each other and were nervous and excited. The next few minutes were a little bit of a blur but the next thing you knew you were standing across from a person and you were both moving your legs, arms and body awkwardly to the beat.
I’m back from my daydream. Thanks for joining me. The point is that there was what we call a catalyst. The music somehow started a reaction inside that helped move everyone across the floor. There is a major catalyst in our bodies that is similar to the most amazing music. It’s called enzymes. Digestive enzymes break down the food into nutrients that we need for every function in our bodies. They have been called the spark of life by some scientists. The food we eat is packed full of these tiny spark plugs. Food comes with enzymes so you can break it down while using very little of your own. This allows you to conserve your energy for other functions. Meanwhile, we consume large amounts of energy drinks and caffeine to get through the day.
So how do we increase our energy 100%? First, we need to start eating whole foods and make sure most of them are fresh and not cooked, micro-waved etc. The second thing we need to do is increase our fresh, clean water intake. Both of these are the easiest and most effective ways to increase your energy through the roof. Try this for one week and let me know how you feel.
Interested in one more great way to increase your energy? Check out our upcoming articles on increasing energy.
Create great health!
www.HealingPotential.com
The Truth About Weight Loss
Are you one of the millions of people that struggle with your weight? Have you tried to lose weight only to be disappointed again. Have you been told that it’s your thyroid, metabolism or family genetics? It’s not your fault if you have fallen for these excuses. They are very rarely the issue but easy to sell products to people when they believe this. Well then this article is going to open your eyes and dispel the myths about weight loss.
Every year on January 1st the number 1 resolution is to join a weight loss program. And there are millions that don’t even make the resolution. One year later, 95% of the people that actually followed through with the resolution have gained back the weight that they lost over the year. Even more unfortunate is that most if not all have actually gained a higher ratio of fat. Many of the weight loss companies are aware of this trend yet chose not to focus on long term results. Weight loss tips come from some of the craziest ideas. Now you can learn some of the simple secrets of managing your weight forever.
One of the major issues in weight gain is that we eat foods that are full of empty calories. This means that the food often has little nutrients that our bodies need to run. Chips, cookies, sweets and other junk food lack these vital nutrients and your body stays hungry literally. Scientists have also identified what happens when we eat food that “burns” up quickly like refined carbohydrates. An example of this is white bread, pasta, and white rice as well as the sweets. It is similar to putting a piece of cardboard on a fire. It burns very quickly. In our bodies, this creates an insulin surge. This happens because insulin is a hormone that transports sugar molecules into your cells. When you have high amounts of sugar and the insulin can only bring so much into the cells the excess sugar is stored as fat and also damages arteries, nerves and other organs of the body.
So what can we do about this? One of the most simple gameplans is to learn the Glycemic Index and conquer the battle once and for all. The basic format is eating nutrient dense foods that are made up of quality carbohydrates, proteins and a good dose of fiber. Eating your fruits, vegetables, nuts and berries and quality proteins is a big start to letting the furnace in your body burn the fuel slowly.
Your metabolism is key. Muscle dictates your rate of metabolizing and that means we need to increase our muscle tone in order to burn the sugar and fat. There is one way to do this so you can keep the weight off as well as increase your energy ten fold. It’s that dirty word called exercise.
Check out our article on what type of exercise and how much is truly best for weight loss. My guess is that you’ll be surprised by the answers!!
Create Great Health!
Dr. Edward Beck
Advanced Chiropractic Center
www.HealingPotential.com
Every year on January 1st the number 1 resolution is to join a weight loss program. And there are millions that don’t even make the resolution. One year later, 95% of the people that actually followed through with the resolution have gained back the weight that they lost over the year. Even more unfortunate is that most if not all have actually gained a higher ratio of fat. Many of the weight loss companies are aware of this trend yet chose not to focus on long term results. Weight loss tips come from some of the craziest ideas. Now you can learn some of the simple secrets of managing your weight forever.
One of the major issues in weight gain is that we eat foods that are full of empty calories. This means that the food often has little nutrients that our bodies need to run. Chips, cookies, sweets and other junk food lack these vital nutrients and your body stays hungry literally. Scientists have also identified what happens when we eat food that “burns” up quickly like refined carbohydrates. An example of this is white bread, pasta, and white rice as well as the sweets. It is similar to putting a piece of cardboard on a fire. It burns very quickly. In our bodies, this creates an insulin surge. This happens because insulin is a hormone that transports sugar molecules into your cells. When you have high amounts of sugar and the insulin can only bring so much into the cells the excess sugar is stored as fat and also damages arteries, nerves and other organs of the body.
So what can we do about this? One of the most simple gameplans is to learn the Glycemic Index and conquer the battle once and for all. The basic format is eating nutrient dense foods that are made up of quality carbohydrates, proteins and a good dose of fiber. Eating your fruits, vegetables, nuts and berries and quality proteins is a big start to letting the furnace in your body burn the fuel slowly.
Your metabolism is key. Muscle dictates your rate of metabolizing and that means we need to increase our muscle tone in order to burn the sugar and fat. There is one way to do this so you can keep the weight off as well as increase your energy ten fold. It’s that dirty word called exercise.
Check out our article on what type of exercise and how much is truly best for weight loss. My guess is that you’ll be surprised by the answers!!
Create Great Health!
Dr. Edward Beck
Advanced Chiropractic Center
www.HealingPotential.com
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