Why Does Mainstream Medicine Ignore The Placebo Effect?

Bruce Lipton, Ph.D. Delves Into The Phenomenon Of Our Mind Power

This is WAY more important of a concept than many realize. There is an amazing amount of healing being experienced and shared which has little to do with drugs, surgery, and even therapies.

I also submit the idea of the "toxebo" effect. If you believe something will harm you, it will. Don't be cavalier about this, but respect the power of your mind and the fear-based paradigm we unconsciously adopt. Choose to be positive and lovingly invulnerable to "hurtful", "evil", and "bad".

Read Bruce Lipton's article here:  PLACEBO

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Dr. Sharon Levin and Dr. Nels Chellen

Levin and Chellen Chiropractic

(952) 474-1777

Chiropractor for Minnetonka and

the Minneapolis Metro Community

http://www.levinchellenchiropractic.com

7 Strategies to Eliminate Eczema

Eczema is just one expression of rampant inflammation. For some people, the skin is going to tell you it's there. For others, allergies, joint and muscle pain, asthma, frequent illness, bowel discomfort, insomnia, etc. Some may have more than one. Be patient, be reasonable and take one strategy at a time. Making inner peace a priority may help in tackling our addiction to the factors which are driving the chemical imbalances which are driving the inflammation.

Here is Dr. Mark Hyman  explaining his 7 Strategies to Eliminate Eczema: Eczema

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Levin and Chellen Chiropractic

(952) 474-1777

Chiropractor for Minnetonka and

the Minneapolis Metro Community

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Nasal Irrigation (AKA using a Neti pot) for Allergy Relief, etc.

I became a firm believer in nasal irrigation around 20 years ago per a recommendation for squelching my own sinus and allergy problems. Several years ago I gave a demonstration of the use of a neti pot to my yoga classmates.  A classmate told me, "After your demonstration, I tried it and it changed my life!  I used to suffer from allergies and have not ever since".  

Recently, a yoga classmate suggested it was time to do another demo for the newer members of the class who may not yet have heard, or been convinced, of the wonders of neti for allergy and sinus problem relief.  Thus, my presentation of this post.  

Here is an article from WebMD website.  Hopefully, being associated with a "MD", it will be given serious consideration by sinus and allergy sufferers.  This is not Eastern witchcraft folks.  It is basic physiology.  Cleanse your sinuses and keep them healthy and irritant free and they will be healthier and less reactive to pollens and allergens and other irritants.  Simple.

"Nasal Saline Irrigation and Neti Pots":http://www.webmd.com/allergies/sinus-pain-pressure-11/neti-pots

The article does not mention that you should always use kosher (non-iodized) salt (1/2 teaspoon per cup of water).  USE NON-IODIZED salt! It will not sting like iodized salt can.  Do not use sea salt!  It is full of other stuff you do not want in your sinuses.  

Your water should not be tap water due to chlorine content; use distilled, bottled, well-filtered, or boiled water.  Body or bath temperature water is recommended.  When your sinuses are really inflamed this may be too warm and a cooler water temp would be better to calm and de-flame your sinus tissues.

Rather than let your nose drain, and possibly splash, over the sink area, consider having a catch basin like an old food container to catch the used water as it exits.

Sometimes I am so plugged up in my sinuses I can not get any water to flow through my sinuses and I have to lay on my back for a few minutes and wait for a clearing to occur, then I rise and attempt it again.

Be sure to keep your neti pot clean and dry between uses.  You should check for residue and mold with a peek inside the pot before each use.

Next, here is a video demonstration so you can see it being done.  VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDSlUuAOnN0

See?  The person is NOT drowning.  Neither will you.  Do not inhale or you will feel like you are drowning.

Good luck and better breathing!

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Levin and Chellen Chiropractic

(952) 474-1777

Chiropractor for Minnetonka and

the Minneapolis Metro Community

http://www.levinchellenchiropractic.com

Congratulations to Corey Koskie

Congratulations to Corey Koskie who has been elected to the Canadian Hall of Fame with the 2015 class of inductees!  Corey played 3rd base and wore number 47 during his years with the Minnesota Twins (1998- 2004).

True to Corey's style of always being a gentleman, a true sportsman, and showing gratitude to his supporters, he sent this letter of appreciation.  With Corey's permission, we share this letter with you.

We, at Levin and Chellen Chiropractic are committed to you, all who have trusted us over the last 19 years, and you who will yet come, to give our best care and keep you on your "field”.

Thank you for your thoughtful and generous words, Corey.  We wish you and your family all the best!

Office Ergonomics: Simple Solutions for Comfort and Safety

Have you taken the time to assess your desk/ office work area for ergonomic correctness? That is, does your workstation/ desk area feel comfortable and provide you with the ability to spend many hours per day on task without feeling like you're getting old or injured because of being there?

The video provided here (by SAIF Corporation) is one of the best I have ever seen. It will take only 12 minutes to watch and provide you with ideas which could add years of comfort to your life!

Be sure to pass it on to co-workers and even to your HR or safety team.

New Evidence that Antidepressants Are Causing an Epidemic of Violence

 New Evidence that Antidepressants Are Causing an Epidemic of Violence

Are you, or is someone you know, taking anti-depressants?

Be sure to stay informed on this topic because there is "New Evidence that Antidepressants Are Causing an Epidemic of Violence".  

Read the article at this link: ANTI-DEPRESSANTS

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Levin and Chellen Chiropractic

(952) 474-1777

Chiropractor for Minnetonka and

the Minneapolis Metro Community

http://www.levinchellenchiropractic.com

Checklist of holistic self-care healthy living ideas

You can do much to help yourself feel better, live longer, and heal faster while your chiropractic treatments are helping to restore proper joint, muscle, and nerve tone and balance. Here are several important considerations for you to apply to your lifestyle.

❒ Posture- You are either building structure or tearing it down. See: POSTURE

❒ Diet- Every cell in your body is depending on you to make wise and conscious decisions about what goes through your mouth and into your body.  This is especially true when you are in a healing state. Along with this, commit to safely losing any extra weight and then maintaining by wise and healthy habits.

❒  Exercise- “Have you ever heard the expression ‘Use it or lose it’?  Inactivity is as much of a health risk as smoking!” from www.healthdiscovery.net/  Intensity of exercise should be considerate of your injuries and the phases of healing.

❒ Sleep- “Sleep also supports healthy growth and development. Deep sleep triggers the body to release the hormone that promotes normal growth in children and teens. This hormone also boosts muscle mass and helps repair cells and tissues in children, teens, and adults. Sleep also plays a role in puberty and fertility.” from the website www.nhlbi.nih.gov Be sure to get a good bed.  Do some research. Most beds are good for only 6-8 years. See: SLEEP and Picking a MATTRESS

❒  Chair- With the number of hours we are seated in our society it makes sense that we need to take our sitting posture seriously. You will spare yourself a lot of pain and breakdown when you commit to developing healthy, functional sitting posture.  See: HEALTHY BACK

❒ Work habits- If your company has a department which can help you be ergonomically correct, enlist them! If not, do some research to find out what you can do to lower the stresses you feel while performing your job through assessing and correcting for awkward positions, repetitive motions, and imbalanced loads and maneuvers.  See: ERGONOMICS  Proper footwear and floor mats can also help a lot!

❒ Icing- “Cold therapy is recommended during the first one to three days after an injury (depending on its severity) in what's known as the “acute” phase of the injury. If swelling and inflammation aren't stopped or slowed, more extensive tissue damage may occur and the injury may take longer to heal. For instructions on use see: COLD THERAPY

❒ Stress- Stress reduction is a must!  We recommend that everyone find methods which work for them and incorporate them into your life on a regular basis.  For more ideas on beating stress go to:   BEAT STRESS   PS. Think positively, have some fun every day, and participate in social activities.

❒ Water- We have looked all around for the best, holistically oriented information on water intake and Dr. Mercola’s site came in first.  That said, don’t get carried away with all of it, just the parts which ring true to you: WATER

❒ Chemicals- Please see Environmental Working Group’s site for a wealth of information which "empowers people to live healthier lives in a healthier environment. We drive consumer choice and civic action with breakthrough research and an informed public.”  Go to: http://www.ewg.org/  Also, if you do use medications, use them wisely: see MEDICATIONS

If you would like to find out whether our care might help you feel better, just give us a call to schedule your first visit or a no-obligation complimentary consultation.  We are waiting to help you!

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Dr. Sharon Levin and Dr. Nels Chellen

Levin and Chellen Chiropractic

(952) 474-1777

Chiropractor for Minnetonka and the Minneapolis Metro Community

http://www.levinchellenchiropractic.com