Why do I need to Detoxify?

Detoxification, also known as purification can aid in removing toxins and fat loss. Everyday we are exposed to hundreds if not thousands of toxins per day.  These include pesticides, chemicals, air pollution and synthetic hormones. Our bodies are designed to rid  itself of these toxins unless they become overloaded, then additional help is needed. This is when our 21 day detox/purification is recommended.
Some of the symptoms of toxin burden are:

1. •    STUFFY HEAD

2. •    Fatigue or sleeping difficulty

3. •    Digestion and bloating/gas

4. •    Food cravings

5. •    Weight gain

6. •    Decrease mental thinking

7. •    Low libido

8. •    Increased/decreased blood sugar

9. •    Increased blood pressure

Our detox program helps support the detoxification organs of the body the liver, kidneys and intestines. These organs are like the oil filter of you car, if they are clogged they have decreased filtering capabilities.

The Liver 

•     filters toxins,
•    aids in metabolizing food
•    transforms many toxins into harmless by products
•    stores and transforms sex hormones (if dysfunction leads to increased estrogen and weight gain)
•    vital role in blood sugar

Kidneys 

The Kidneys

•    filters waste and excess fluid from the blood
•    regulates the proper balance of minerals in the body
•    if congested leads to possible increase in blood pressure

Small Intestines
•    digests food so that nutrients can be absorbed
•    Provides an barrier that blocks toxins from the rest of the body
When there is inflammation in the body due to possible food intolerance may lead to a mucous lining over the bowels which may lead to nutritional deficiencies.

Large and Small Intestines

Large Intestines
•    absorbs water and electrolytes
•    forms waste that is excreted from the body
•    produces antibodies for gastrointestinal health
•    contains bacterium that digest food

How to determine your toxic load.

□ Yes    □ No        Do you or have you eaten processed foods?
□ Yes    □ No        Do you eat non-organic fruits and vegetables?
□ Yes    □ No        Do you eat meat and poultry that are not free range?
□ Yes    □ No        Do you consume genetically altered food?
□ Yes    □ No        Do you or have you ever used artificial sweeteners?
□ Yes    □ No        Do you drink soda?
□ Yes    □ No        Do the foods you eat have preservatives, additives, dyes,
or sweeteners added?
□ Yes    □ No        Do you eat fast foods and/or eat our regularly?
□ Yes    □ No        Do you charbroil or grill foods?
□ Yes    □ No        Do you drink coffee regularly?
□ Yes    □ No        Do you drink alcohol?
□ Yes    □ No        Do you drink tap water?

If the majority of your answers are yes, then it is likely that your diet contributes significantly to your toxic load and our 21 day detoxification/weight loss plan maybe for you.

Let us know if we can help you detox!

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Email me,  Dr. Larry Davis, DC FIAMA  I am located in Plano, Texas  972-265-8106

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The “Evolutionary” Diet for 2011

So, how many of our New Years’ resolutions have we already blown out of the water?

It’s not even February yet???

Oh well, it’s really never too late to get back on track – or get on track in the first place!

We do that every single day with our patients at Nutritional Wellness Center.

We resolve to do better tomorrow than today, and to begin each day anew.

“It’s not about what you did…. it’s about what you do NEXT.”

Renewing a Revolution with the Paleolithic “Evolution” Diet in 2011!

Just yesterday, we met a young girl for the first time in our office, brought in by her mom because of anxiety, depression, and ADHD. This 14 yr old was sullen, with a disconnected affect, and dark circles under her eyes. Her movements were robotic, her pulse was rapid, and it was obvious that simply “being present” was a struggle for her. She was suffering, and so was her family by just seeing her this way. This smart and inquisitive girl had been going downhill for months. We commended her mother’s resourcefulness in continuing to search for answers which were non-pharmaceutical!

After her initial interview and body scan, we determined through kinesiology testing that she has a food intolerance to Grains and Gluten. Her ability to follow simple directions was even impaired, not only due to side effects of her ADHD drugs, but quite possibly due simply to the ingestion of Grains! We see this foggy thinking and a disconnected gaze quite frequently in kids and adults with this allergy. With the elimination of these foods in the diet, clarity of thinking, dark circles, and a lifting of depression and anxiety often occurs within days of withdrawal from the allergen.

There is an important distinction between intolerance to Gluten and intolerance to Grains – Many people, such as this young girl must avoid foods which contain the protein, GLUTEN, such as present in breads, pastas, cakes, cookies, cereals, and all products made from flour. However this young girl is not only allergic to this common protein found on the wheat grain, she is also allergic to the grain itself. Even the so-called “Gluten Free grains” will cause a reaction should she eat them. Often the dietary recommendation which is made, is the Paleolithic Diet.

Similarly, many of our patients are learning about eating “Paleo”. Dr. Davis, who lives with a grain/gluten allergy himself, adopted this eating plan in 2010 and is experiencing remarkable health benefits, as are many of our patients who have made this modification.

The Paleolithic Diet is based on the dietary history of mankind and the evolution of the human diet. This month I want to explain why we believe this is the most beneficial diet for humans. The diet consists of eating only healthy proteins, eggs, vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds, and healthy fats. Absolutely no grains or legumes are allowed. No rice, no corn, no beans. This is truly a clean and green diet which will lengthen your life.

If we look at the natural history of humans and how diets have changed, we see a dramatic change in the modern human diet that coincides with the rise of modern diseases. Cancer, heart disease, diabetes and many auto-immune diseases can be traced to the modern diet. If we look at the history of humans, the Paleolithic (old stone age) era was 2.5 million years ago and ended 10,000 years ago in the Middle East with the emergence of agriculture. In the Paleolithic years, our ancestors ate a “hunter-gather diet” –consuming only animals they could hunt, and fish that they could catch; eating only fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds that they could gather. The average height of a man was 5’9’’ and a woman was 5’6’’.  Within the next two centuries, with the introduction of agriculture, the average height dropped to 5’5’’ for men and 5’0’’ for women. One misconception is that these ancient people were unhealthy and therefore did not live very long. But this is not what the fossil and anthropological records reveal; our Paleo ancestors did have a higher mortality rate, but it was due to the dangers and hardships of living in the wilderness: a broken leg or cut could lead to death, and there was the inherent danger of hunting animals without guns. If they survived these hardships, they lived to old age, virtually free of any of the diseases of today’s modern humans.

So what’s so bad about grains?

Grains contain lectins. The most common potentially ‘toxic’ lectin containing food groups are grains, especially wheat and wheat germ but also quinoa, rice, buckwheat, oats, rye, barley, millet and corn. Legumes (all dried beans, including soy and peanuts),dairy (perhaps more so when cows are feed grains instead of grass, a speculation based on research showing transference of lectins into breast milk and dairy, and nightshade vegetables (includes potato, tomato, eggplant and peppers).

Lectins are hardy proteins that do not break down easily. They are resistant to stomach acid and digestive enzymes. Lectins may bind to the gut wall and damage the gut lining, are not altered by digestive enzymes, and may alter gut permeability and pass through the gut into general circulation. Lectins can cause alterations in gut function that may be related to colitis, Crohn’s Disease, Celiac-Sprue, Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

Lectin damage to the gut wall may allow other non-lectin proteins to cross undigested into general circulation and cause allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis.
Having gained access to general circulation various lectins may bind to surface cell membranes in arteries and vessels, organs and glands, including the thyroid, pancreas, kidney and adrenals, in susceptible animals and humans.

This binding may begin antigen antibody reactions leading to autoimmune disorders and so-called degenerative diseases.
Different lectins have been implicated in different diseases. Dairy lectins have been implicated in juvenile onset type I diabetes. Wheat lectins have been implicated in juvenile nephropathy.

Most persons are aware that there are certain foods they seem to ‘react’ to. Symptoms could be obvious, such as gas, bloating, diarrhea or constipation. Less obvious symptoms may include headache, fatigue, ‘indigestion’, skin problems including hives, psoriasis, swollen joints or water retention.  While some symptoms while resolve quickly after eliminating an offending food group, other symptoms may take 6-12 months. Be patient. If you are genetically intolerant you will never be able to consume that group of foods safely.

Some symptoms may occur chronically and may seem in no way related to a gut/food or lectin intolerance reactions. This group of symptoms includes the so-called degenerative diseases and autoimmune diseases like those mentioned in the list at the beginning, including atherosclerosis, hypertension, osteoporosis, senile dementia, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory joint diseases, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, and adult onset diabetes. Obesity has been associated with consumption of ‘enemy’ lectins.

Many of our patients have bitten the bullet and adopted this eating plan joining millions of Paleosites who are experiencing better health. For more info give us a call to schedule a consultation.

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Faye Spiegel
Nutritional Wellness Center, LLC

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Thursday January 13^th 2:00PM

Online

From the comfort of your own office or home computer!

There is no charge for joining us on CelebrityU!

Watch us live on Celebrity U!  http://live.celebrityuradio.tv/

“Food Intolerance and Food Allergies:

Your Friend or Your Foe?”

Guest Hosts:

Dr. Larry Davis, DC, FIAMA

Faye Spiegel, RN BSN

Dr. Larry Davis, DC, FIAMA and Faye Spiegel, RN BSN

Nutritional Wellness Center

4708 W. Plano Pkwy.  Plano, Texas

http://www.daviswellnesscenter.com

Office 972-265-8106

Susan Stageman of NLP Training Concepts, Dallas, Texas  will be interviewing Dr. Davis and Faye Spiegel RN.

You can chat with us live on CelebrityU!  Simply go to  http://live.celebrityuradio.tv/ during the show and log in to chat and comment.  Chatting with us live is very fun and entertaining.  Remember how your health teacher in junior high said that in this class, you can ask any question and no one will laugh at you?  CelebrityU is just like that.  You can ask any question you want of us and we won’t burst out into side splitting laughter….Probably.

Celebrity U Radio/TV Show is the brainchild of Dallas creator Kathy Hines and is broadcast every Thursday from 2-4PM at http://live.celebrityuradio.tv/ for an eclectic mix of fun and relevant topics with great co-hosts and guests.

Watch us at your convenience at a later time! Our segment will be archived at the CelebrityU site.  But you can’t chat with us during the show if you watch it delayed!  If you just can’t tune in live, you may watch the show delayed anytime you like, go to http://live.celebrityuradio.tv/

We will be posting our TV appearance to YouTube!

Go to www.youtube.com and search for Username:  SpiegelRN to see our video postings.

At Nutritional Wellness Center, we have a plan!
You may already know we place a strong emphasis on eating as much unprocessed, organically grown food as possible for optimal health. Our primary goal for our patients is to restore function of all of our body’s organ systems and the primary tools we use are dietary changes and whole food nutritional supplements. Many times our patients can feel that change in vitality within weeks, though most often, you can expect to see the result of your healthy lifestyle occurs in 2-3 months….
However, when we desire a more rapid physiological response, we will often turn to herbs. With phytotherapy, we can often achieve a brisker, “pharmacological effect.”  Herbs and spices promote health and well being in your entire body, not just in a particular area. This “whole person” approach is why we believe these spices and herbs can benefit you so greatly.
In the same vein, herbs are thermogenic, meaning they naturally boost your metabolism to help you burn calories.* Studies show that consuming certain herbs and spices before each meal can potentially reduce your caloric intake.* Another amazing benefit of these herbs is that they’re very low in calories, while being dense in vitamins and minerals. Due to their nutrient-dense status, they promote your overall well being with antioxidants more potent than many fruits and veggies.*
Benefits of Herbs:
•Promote vitality
•Improve digestion
•Helps to calm nerves and restore balance between body and mind
•Aides in removal of toxins from your body
•Improve bowel movement and strengthen your colon
•Promotes healthy skin
•Support the immune system and reproductive health
•Soothe PMS and menstrual imbalances
•Lubricate joints and muscle tissues to improve flexibility
 
 
Some of our Favorites:
*HERBAVITAL: Resveratrol: The science surrounding resveratrol is so compelling that it is fast becoming one of our all-time favorite antioxidants, and we believe one that shows real promise of health benefits.
·         Resveratrol, an antioxidant found in grape skins (and red wine), berries, cocoa and peanuts has been called the modern-day “fountain of youth” for a very compelling reason: it appears to slow down aging and even increase the lifespan of human cells.·         Much of the well-deserved fanfare surrounding resveratrol has centered on its role in enhancing longevity, but new research is expanding this focus and showing this potent antioxidant may influence many aspects of your health, including that of your brain.
·         Resveratrol is unique among antioxidants because it can cross the blood-brain barrier to help protect your brain and nervous system.
·         Resveratrol may help to boost brain and heart health, while slowing down the aging process  through its ability to modify inflammation in your body. Chronic inflammation is not beneficial, and in fact has been linked to numerous chronic diseases including heart disease.
·         Resveratrol also seems to produce many similar benefits as exercise, including lowering insulin levels, which is a key to fighting disease and staying young.
ANDROGRAPHIS COMPLEX: a powerful synergistic formula of Andrographis leaf, Holy Basil leaf, Echinacea root for immune health. For short-term immune support such as infection.
ADRENAL COMPLEX: Faye takes this! A combination of 2 highly effective adrenal gland tonics, Licorice and Rehmannia to combat fatigue and support energy
BOSWELLIA COMPLEX: contains, Boswellia, Celery Seed, Tumeric, and Ginger; great for muscular-skeletal issues and helps maintain healthy joints
CAT’S CLAW COMPLEX: powerful immune complex traditionally used in Peru for immune system health; contains Cat’s Claw stem bark, Pau D’Arco bark, and Echinacea root, for supporting the respiratory system, mucous membranes and bowel flora, while providing antioxidant support.

ECHINACEA PREMIUM: one of the most important components of herbal immune system support, promotes healthy white blood cells;
GARLIC 5000: everyone can benefit from this incredible herb; it’s the “polypill” for cardiovascular health with multiple clinical studies supporting its use; helps maintain healthy gut flora, and useful for immune challenges
GINGKO FORTE: we use the pharmacological formula used in European clinical studies for healthy circulation and oxygen flow to the brain and peripheral parts of the body; useful for mental clarity and memory enhancement
GYMNEMA: useful for weight management support and balancing blood sugar levels; minimizes sugar cravings and helpful in maintaining healthy cholesterol and triglycerides
LIVCO: a smart combination of Milk Thistle, Schisandra and Rosemary, each known for their contribution to liver support; aides in liver detoxification as needed for “over-indulgence” or long-term for liver tissue protection.
NEVATON: this is a nerve tonic that works great for calming nerves and restoring balance for temporary mood swings; a unique combination of Schisandra, Damiana, Skullcap and St. John’s Wort
RHODIOLA & GINSENG COMPLEX: we use this formula to fight fatigue and boost energy, while enhancing vitality and stamina; extensive testing ensures that correct species and plant parts of Korean Ginseng used in this preparation
ST. JOHN’S WORT1.8 G: this herb is extensively used and recognized worldwide for emotional balance, mood support and irritability; we also use this herb for its wonderful immune supporting properties;
THYROID COMPLEX: we get great results for complete thyroid support using this formula; contains the “thyroid feeding mineral”, Iodine, Bladderwrack seaweed, containing essential trace minerals, Ashwaganda for vitality, stamina, and energy, and Bacopa for mental clarity, cognition and memory.
TRIBULUS: useful for hormone balance and increasing sex drive in men and women; one of our most popular products! Very effective as well for hormonal issues and reproductive function
VITANOX: our powerhouse antioxidant for anti-aging; contains a complex synergistic combination for healthy circulation, connective tissue, and cellular health; Rosemary, Green Tea, Tumeric, and Grapeseed.
 
On your next visit, ask which of our “survival products” can help you meet the challenges of your modern world!
Enhance immune and nervous system function, promote vitality and stamina, and support memory while reducing the effects of stress and aging on your body TODAY!

Faye D. Spiegel, RN BSN
Nutritional Wellness Center, LLC

4708 W Plano Parkway Suite 300
Plano, Texas 75093
972-265-8106 office
972-265-8110 fax

Faye Spiegel, RN, BSN shares her personal testimonial about NAET  ” Dr. Davis and I flew to California  in 2006 to learn the NAET treatment technique directly from Dr. Nambudripad, the inventor.  I had achieved an  astounding result when treated by a Dallas NAET practitioner in 2000, so ”we wanted to learn to offer these treatments to our patients in our Plano Texas office as well.”

 Faye further explains, “In 1998, I developed “adult onset asthma”.  I  was treated by a pulmonary specialist in Dallas who prescribed inhalers and oral medications -  The drugs helped to control my asthma and allergy symptoms, but it did not eliminate them completely by any means.  And I was dependant on my medications to breathe!  In looking for answers to my chronic asthma I discovered NAET therapy. ” Faye beams  “Two years later, an NAET practitioner identified my allergies to my cat, my dog, perfumes, and dyes (including hair dye).  I received my first NAET treatment, and within weeks, I was off of all medication!  To this day, I suffer no more  – and I still color my hair (!) and I sleep with my much loved cat every night without symptoms!” 

NAET developed by Dr. Nambudripad

For more information from Dr. Nambudripad’s website click on the above picture. 

I want to explain exactly what you can expect from this effective and affordable treatment.  If you are allergic to any of the allergens Faye described in her testimonial or if you are allergic to things like pollen, weeds or trees.  This treatment will change your life!

Your back WON"T look like this with NAET testing!

This is an example of traditional allergy testing!  Ouch!  NAET is PAIN FREE!

Now we’ll describe exactly what you can expect whan you come in to see us for NAET treatment for your allergies.

Before the Treatment:
* Wash hands before and after each treatment.
* NAET treatments and acupuncture should not be taken when you are hungry or dehydrated. Eat or have a snack and water prior to scheduled appointments.
* Please bathe before you come for a treatment and wear clean clothing to avoid scents of deodorants, perfumes, smoke, perspiration, aftershave, or hairspray interfering with the testing.
* Do not apply deodorants, perfumes,aftershave, or hairspray.
* Do not smoke after bathing and do not smoke on the way to your appointment.
* Remove all jewelry and avoid wearing large crystals, beading, stone, metal, glass or plastic decorations on clothing. No cellular phones, keys, pocket knives, coins during testing and treatment.

During each Treatment
* While performing NST (Neuromuscular Sensitivity Tests) the patient should briskly rub hands together for 15-30 seconds between touching samples.
* While receiving NAET desensitization procedures, please make a loose fist with your free hand, and prevent contact between the table and your clothing with your fingertips while testing.
* Do Not cross your hands, legs or ankles. Do Not read or touch other objects with finger tips during the 20 minute treatment.
* Patients should not have any companion with them, standing or sitting within the magnetic field during treatment (usually limited to ~5feet). No children or pets are allowed in the room during treatment unless they are involved in surrogate treatments.
* Do not eat lozenges or chew gum during NAET treatment.
After NAET Desensitization Treatments
In addition, please,
* You must wash your hands with plain water immediately after treatment and vigorously rub hands together for 30 seconds.
* Drink 4-8 bottles of water throughout the evening and day after treatment
* Avoid exposure to extreme hot or cold temperature after the treatment
* Do Not bathe or shower for 6 hours following the treatment
* Do Not exercise vigorously for 6 hours.
* Dr. Davis will ask you to avoid the treated allergen for 25 hours after the completion of treatment in the office. The success of your treatment is dependent upon avoiding eating, touching, breathing, and coming within 5 feet of the substance that was treated.
* Additionally, if someone has a hard time avoiding the allergen for some reason, they will be instructed on REBALANCING Gate Points every few hours before and after exposure to the allergen. A parent, spouse, or a patient’s caretaker may assist with this boosting of the treatment, if necessary.

FOLLOW-UP
Remember, it is imperative to schedule a follow-up appointment anytime after 25 hours, and at least within 7 days to make sure you have completed desensitization.

FINAL CONSIDERATIONS
* Reschedule your NAET appointment if you are ill, extremely tired or stressed.
* Remind Dr. Davis and Faye if you have a history of ANAPHYLAXIS (i.e. swelling of face, airway, itching, hives, palpatations). Please inform them on the very first visit before beginning the testing and treatments. People with a history of this reaction should ALWAYS be treated through a surrogate. These patients are not required to hold the sample during the 20 minute desensitization period.
* Prospective NAET patients are encouraged to read Say Good-bye to Your Allergies, by Dr. Devi Nambudripad before beginning treatments.
* You are advised to CONTINUE ALL medications and treatment modalities as they have been prescribed, unless otherwise directed by the doctors who prescribed them. Please do not stop any of your current treatments unless specifically requested to do so for a specific treatment.
* NAET treatments while pregnant HAVE NOT been shown to cause any adverse effects to mother or fetus. In fact, tremendous benefits have been noted, including babies born with substantially fewer allergies compared to siblings who were not exposed to NAET.
* NAET treatments are not advisable during the first three days of the menstrual
cycle or anytime when the patient is fatigued, or feeling less than well.
* NAET treatments have NOT been shown to interfere with any other treatments, and it is advisable to continue that which assists your body in getting rid of toxins – you may benefit from other immune system supporting treatments like chiropractic adjustments, massage, yoga, meditation, and massage..

Dr. Larry Davis, DC FIAMA and Faye Spiegel, RN, BSN practice Nutritional Wellness in their beautiful offices in Plano, Texas.   4708 Plano Pkwy.  Suite 300 Plano, TX 75093  972-265-8106

“Let your food be your medicine, and your medicine be your food!”

Click here to go to Nutritioinal Wellness Center Website

What is NAET?
NAET (Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Technique) There are few methods in healthcare in which a patient is so empowered and will share as much responsibility for a positive outcome as does their doctor. NAET is one of those empowering treatments!
According to NAET theory, undiagnosed allergies are the cause of imbalances in the body’s energy pathways. The 12 energy channels which run throughout the body are known in Oriental medicine as meridians. The energy is called Chi – pronounced (chee).

Diagram of a few of the body's Energy Meridians

NAET is a holistic allergy desensitization treatment that balances the entire body – including, physical, physiological, and emotional functions. If one area of the body is not balanced properly, other areas cannot function normally. This phenomenon often leads to a cascading effect, and can be a possible cause of a person’s health moving from a state of wellness towards disease and illness. According to Oriental medical theory, when body energies are maintained in a balanced state, one does not suffer from health disorders.

Allergic to your cat or your dog? Do you dread the coming of a new season? Is mold or fungus in your house making you sick?

Man Allergic to his Cat

Your body’s reaction to these allergies can be resolved with this 30 minute treatment called, NAET!

 In today’s American health environment, the best that western medicine has to offer allergy sufferers are pharmaceuticals or weekly injections to control symptoms.

Traditional Allergy Testing Prior to Weekly Injections

NAET desensitization is a profoundly different approach to the treatment of allergies. After treatments the patient can be in the presence of the offending substance and no longer experience symptoms or an allergic reaction.

The results of this treatment are truly astounding!

Nutritional Wellness Center Allergy Free Patient!

NAET (Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Technique) is a synthesis of western and eastern medical disciplines, including allopathy, acupuncture/acupressure, chiropractic, kinesiology, and nutrition. This phenomenal testing technique utilizes Neuromuscular Sensitivity Testing (NST) to determine what allergens are negatively affecting the body. Once kinetic imbalances are identified in the presence of a particular allergen, treatment can begin. The patient simply holds the offending allergen in their hand, the acupuncture points are stimulated, the patient reclines for 20 minutes, and then we retest. When protocol is appropriately followed, before, during, and after NAET treatment, energy blockages in the meridians are removed, and that particular allergen will no longer produce adverse reactions in the body upon future contact. Say goodbye to pharmaceuticals and allergy shots!

Dr. Larry Davis, DC FIAMA & Faye D. Spiegel, RN BSN

Nutritional Wellness Center, Plano, Texas  4708 Plano Pkwy Suite 300, Plano, TX 75093 972-265-8106

Nutritional Wellness Center

Nutritional Wellness Center , 4708 Plano Pkwy, Suite 300 , Plano, Texas 75093  972-265-8106

Larry Davis, DC, FIAMA and Faye Spiegel, RN, BSN

We have all been touched by cancer in one way or another, whether it is a friend, a family member, our beloved, or even yourself. Anyone who has seen the destruction left behind knows what a terrible thing it is to watch someone go through this illness.

Cancer rates continue to rise. Is the war on cancer being lost? Recent statistics show that the lifetime probability of developing cancer for men is 1 in 2, and for women it is 1 in 3. Are we just doomed to sit by and hope that this fate does not happen to us? Is it all just genetics or bad luck?

Absolutely not! We are not doomed! The newest research shows that nutrition plays an immense role in cancer prevention, and an equally beneficial role in curative benefits if one already has cancer. Epidemiological studies of primitive cultures and also in third world countries demonstrate lower cancer rates than here in the U.S. One major reason we feel, may be the consumption of less processed foods and the fact that those groups eat “closer to nature.” New genetic research on identical twins is promising. Just because one twin develops cancer, the other twin may stay cancer free. The genetic component maybe less of a component than was previously thought.

First let us define what cancer is: a term used for diseases in which abnormal cells divide without control and are able to invade other tissues. The textbook every doctor owns, Guyton’s book of Physiology, states that we all have cancer cells in our body and it’s our own immune system’s job to destroy the damaged cells; so cancer could really be called a disease of a failed immune system.

Our immune system is a system with multiple components. The lymph system, white blood cells, T-killer and T-helper cells, gastrointestinal tract (GALT: gut associated lymphoid tissue), our thymus gland, growth factors and  filter organs such as the liver and kidney, all play a vital role. Dr.’s Bond and Gerson’s research has shown that the human body cannot develop cancer unless the blood stream is toxic from partial liver failure. A major reason that at NWC, we recommend liver detox programs routinely for our patients.

If cancer is caused by a failing or troubled immune system, then to win the war on cancer, we need to boost the immune system. It is imperative that we feed it nutrients to strengthen it and remove the bombardment of toxins that weaken it! A huge factor in our culture is the consumption of carbohydrates and eating sugar which has been shown to increase inflammation and feed cancer cells. This alone can stress the immune system immensely.

Excellent research reveals that many nutrients decrease rates of certain cancers greatly.

One such nutrient is Vitamin D. Studies have shown that when people have adequate stores of this nutrient, breast and colon cancer rates can be cut by 50%. Garlic and onions which contain allicin and allin may cut the risk of prostate cancer in half. Certain minerals have anti-carcinogenic properties and are known as “anticancer minerals” by protecting our cells and membranes from free radical damage. Zinc, Selenium and Iodine fall into this very important category. New research published in the Journal of Carcinogenesis shows the phytonutrients – sulforaphane and isothiocyanates found in cruciferous vegetables fight cancer at the cellular level. When these vegetables are eaten or supplemented in a whole food supplement, such as those which Standard Process grows, they are extremely effective. It is important to note that their activity is diminished by more than 95% when they are isolated from their food source. This is where unscrupulous supplement companies fool the public by selling at a premium and making claims of benefits while making the synthetic form for pennies….

This Month’s specials:

Livaplex and Cruciferous Complete

March Newsletter 2010

Despite the fact that it seems that every day there are commercials offering a new low fat food, a new diet plan or new diet supplement. What’s not working here? If you have tried to diet and failed maybe it is time for a new approach . . . First it’s imperative that we identify any foods that you eat to which you may be “allergic, intolerant, or sensitive.” If you continue to consume a food which is covertly sabotaging your beautiful healthy body, you will never be healthy or fit and you will never lose weight. A balanced diet is much more that selecting from the outdated food pyramid which is often recommended by nutritionists. Certainly, there has been lots of confusion vilifying fats, but in reality the American Medical Association recommends 30% of the diet come from fat. This means if a person eats 2000 calories per day, 600 calories need to come from healthy fat sources. In our practice we actually recommend 40% from fat.  In the future we will talk about the vilification of fat and the misconception that is ruining many people’s health. I feel obligated to point out the misinformation and outright deception which takes place in the media in relation to teaching folks about health and nutrition. Let’s look at where we get much of our information about food, diet and health.

For many, it is often from a TV commercial touting the benefits of a wonderful cholesterol lowering, low fat cereal, or from our other experts, a drug company whose marketing dollars are primed for teaching you exactly how and what cholesterol lowering drug to request of your doctor on your next visit. My philosophy on the media’s education of the public on nutrition is to “follow the money -” – whose pocketbook is being padded by the so called health information and studies being shared? Most of the studies, “the medical and scientific research,” today is sponsored by either a pharmaceutical company or the food industry.  It should be no surprise that it is often General Mills, Kellogg’s and Nabisco who is telling us that their low fat carbohydrates are good for us! Which by the way: they are not!

A side note, there is a push in Congress for stricter regulations, making all of these so called studies public –even the ones that show the negative effects, which previously have not been released to the public.

So let’s start with the basics. There are three macro nutrients: Proteins, Fats and Carbohydrates.  All foods fall into one of these categories. Of these three nutrients, Proteins and Fats are the only ones that humans cannot live without. Our bodies have actually developed mechanisms to run without carbohydrates, reinforcing the notion that their intake in small quantities is by design. Proteins (meat, fish and eggs are the primary sources) are the building blocks of the body – without them we would die and when there’s a deficiency, wounds don’t heal, body parts and systems cannot regenerate and we get sick! Fats (butter, oils, nuts are the primary sources) are needed for the production of hormones in the body, nervous system function and is the best source of energy. Without them, depression  and fatigue is common.  The two main classifications of fats are saturated and unsaturated, and now a third group, man-made, trans-fats also known as hydrogenated fats – food industry creations like Crisco and margarine. It’s imperative that they be avoided by anyone who values their health.

Now let’s talk about what’s making America fat: Carbohydrates – the sugars (such as breads, cereals, pastas, some vegetables) – the least important macronutrient.  All carbohydrates are used for energy immediately and a small amount is converted to glycogen for energy storage. The remainder is then converted to triglycerides (fat). Carbohydrates are measured by the glycemic index, which is how fast they are converted to glucose once ingested. Research indicates that before modernization of societies, most cultures would consume an intake of only 80-100 grams of carbohydrate per day, compared to today where most Americans consume more than 400 grams per day!  – all the extra carbohydrate folks is being converted to fat! Also, if it’s in a box, on a shelf, it is most likely devoid of nutrition and is mostly carbohydrate.  Processed breakfast foods have had most of the nutrition (the wheat germ) that was originally in the food stripped out to increase shelf life. Americans remain the most over fed and under nourished people on our planet! If you ask most people who are trying to lose weight they will tell you that they cut out bread, pasta, soft drinks and sweets and start eating a “low-fat diet”. Actually the low fat Lean Cuisines and diet dinners are still converted to sugar in the blood, but now at a faster rate than before because the fat that slows the conversion has been removed. They will add that they are eating whole grain cereals or oatmeal for breakfast because they believe the commercials! Remember all carbs turn to sugar whether it is in oatmeal or in a candy bar, and that increased blood sugar causes a spike in insulin release.

Many studies confirm that diabetes, heart disease and even skin aging/wrinkles are due to this insulin spike.   In our practice we recommend not counting calories or eating low fat, just limit the amount of carbohydrates to 80 -100 grams/day, consume adequate protein, eat plenty of healthy fats , and avoid trans-fats.  Once we’ve identified any hidden food intolerance, we’ll help you to choose wisely from the vast array of foods that are right for you! When you eat healthy fats, in the absence of excess carbohydrates, you will feel satiated, you will see the pounds fall off and your waistline will indeed return!

http://www.daviswellnesscenter.com/ Nutritional Wellness Center 4708 W. Plano Pkwy.  Plano, Tx 75093

Dr. Larry D. Davis, DC FIAMA and Faye D. Spiegel, RN BSN  972-265-8106