Happy Anniversary to us!
Special hours this week: Normal hours until Wed 2-16-11, noon. Then closed until Wed 2-23-11 at 8AM!
The numbers: Lost 12 lbs total. 117.5 inches. Remember, I started at 130.75.
Check out our Slak Chiro Facebook page and look for the post by Susan. Love it :-)
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Slak-Chiropractic-Group/202089032827?sk=wall&filter=12
Dr. Jean-Marc
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Near Perfect Minute #34
Yes, the sun is shining on me! Today, I hammer high fructose corn syrup. And I hope that Spring is coming soon because that sweater is starting to look really big on me ;-)
I find it ironic that you will pay almost 3 times more for the imported Coke. Pictures from Costco this week.
Coke Made in USA: $ 0.29 per can
Why is that? Simple: your taxes are used to subsidize farmers into growing corn. Then something has to be done with that artificially low priced corn. Enter high fructose corn syrup! Because your tax dollars already paid the farmer for the corn, it can be sold really cheap to the chemical plants. In turn that makes it much cheaper for Coca-Cola to make Coke syrup.
So here is the cost/benefit outcome of this insane use of your tax dollars:
I find it ironic that you will pay almost 3 times more for the imported Coke. Pictures from Costco this week.
Coke Made in USA: $ 0.29 per can
Coke Made in Mexico: $ 0.79 per bottle
Why is that? Simple: your taxes are used to subsidize farmers into growing corn. Then something has to be done with that artificially low priced corn. Enter high fructose corn syrup! Because your tax dollars already paid the farmer for the corn, it can be sold really cheap to the chemical plants. In turn that makes it much cheaper for Coca-Cola to make Coke syrup.
So here is the cost/benefit outcome of this insane use of your tax dollars:
- Cost: obesity in epidemic proportions, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, trillions in health care costs...
- Benefits: cheap Coke!
If you're like me, you'll have a problem with that. The most immediate way to act on this is to refuse to buy anything that contains high fructose corn syrup. Costco is smelling a profit opportunity. Smart people.
Dr. Jean-Marc
PS: No, this does not mean that you should drink ANY Coke.
Dr. Jean-Marc
PS: No, this does not mean that you should drink ANY Coke.
Friday, February 4, 2011
Near Perfect Minute #33
Happy Valenspine!
Refer your loved ones for a New Patient check-up and I will enter you in our raffle for an Apple iPad! Plus, their entire first visit will be only $14!!!
They win, you have the best chance anywhere to win (how many referrals can we fit in a month?) Get one entry for each person who comes in.
Today's measurement: 119!
Dr. Jean-Marc
Refer your loved ones for a New Patient check-up and I will enter you in our raffle for an Apple iPad! Plus, their entire first visit will be only $14!!!
They win, you have the best chance anywhere to win (how many referrals can we fit in a month?) Get one entry for each person who comes in.
Today's measurement: 119!
Dr. Jean-Marc
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Near Perfect Minute #32
Today's Near Perfect Minute covers a key aspect of a weight loss program that targets fat deposits. I want to lose fat, not muscle or water. So I am very particular about how I lose weight and I perform simple body measurements to track my progress. This week, I lost another 2lbs. No big deal. But at the same time, I also shrank 2.5 inches.
For all of you who are tracking, I am down 10lbs and I have gone from 130.75 inches to 122. By contrasting the relatively modest weight loss with the significant size loss, I know that my body composition is shifting. I have less space-filling fat and more muscles. I like that!
By the way, even with the super cold weather and all the snow storms, I still made it to the gym 6 times this week. How are you doing with your exercise regimen?
Options: Other numbers would be good to track also. If you have access to a high end body fat analyzer, that is great. Some blood tests would be neat also. I am particularly interested in triglycerides level.
Thanks for the feedback and keep sending me news of your progress! It's fun to do it together!
Dr. Jean-Marc
For all of you who are tracking, I am down 10lbs and I have gone from 130.75 inches to 122. By contrasting the relatively modest weight loss with the significant size loss, I know that my body composition is shifting. I have less space-filling fat and more muscles. I like that!
By the way, even with the super cold weather and all the snow storms, I still made it to the gym 6 times this week. How are you doing with your exercise regimen?
Options: Other numbers would be good to track also. If you have access to a high end body fat analyzer, that is great. Some blood tests would be neat also. I am particularly interested in triglycerides level.
Thanks for the feedback and keep sending me news of your progress! It's fun to do it together!
Dr. Jean-Marc
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Near Perfect Minute #31
Yoohoo! Another pound gone and my number went from 125, 4 days ago to 124.5 inches today! And I have been snowed in away from the gym several times and less than strict on the food side.
Thanks to those of you who are playing and sending me your numbers. Very impressive!
More next week!
Thanks to those of you who are playing and sending me your numbers. Very impressive!
More next week!
Friday, January 14, 2011
Near Perfect Minute #30
Here are some important nuances that illustrate the reason why measurements are an essential tracking tool.
Since last week: lost 2 lbs despite being less than strict on the food side. But I have been trying fun new exercises at the gym and having a blast. So the mensuration dropped from 130.75 to 125 inches. This means that I lost fat and put on muscles at a good clip. I like that!
How are you doing?
Since last week: lost 2 lbs despite being less than strict on the food side. But I have been trying fun new exercises at the gym and having a blast. So the mensuration dropped from 130.75 to 125 inches. This means that I lost fat and put on muscles at a good clip. I like that!
How are you doing?
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Near Perfect Minute #29
Happy New Year!
This marks the start of my series of Near Perfect Minutes that revolve around making the right food choices.
Over the years, I have presented several Nutrition Workshops. I changed them profoundly as the information evolved. But I always focused on what's good to eat and what you should absolutely avoid. Never talked about weight loss. Actually, I did, 1 slide stating that ideal weight is a good idea; good luck with that.
Well, all the requests and suggestions I got regarding these workshops revolved around one thing and one thing only. For over 10 years, you have kept asking this one question... I want to lose weight, how do I do it?
Well... better late than never, here it is. But to add to the fun, I will lose weight with you. I realized, with a few pointed comments from Linda, that I would benefit from dropping 20 lbs. I know how and I will share the step by step with you. Please feel free to share your exploits and successes along the way!
First, let me tell you what I will measure. I will track 2 numbers. My weight, obviously. And I will also measure the size of my waist+hips+right thigh+left thigh. I use this measurement because I know that tweaks to my diet, combined with exercise, will result in changes in my shape as well as my weight. And I want to know that if my weight is dropping at the expense of fat, not muscles.
My number? 130.75
What's yours?
This marks the start of my series of Near Perfect Minutes that revolve around making the right food choices.
Over the years, I have presented several Nutrition Workshops. I changed them profoundly as the information evolved. But I always focused on what's good to eat and what you should absolutely avoid. Never talked about weight loss. Actually, I did, 1 slide stating that ideal weight is a good idea; good luck with that.
Well, all the requests and suggestions I got regarding these workshops revolved around one thing and one thing only. For over 10 years, you have kept asking this one question... I want to lose weight, how do I do it?
Well... better late than never, here it is. But to add to the fun, I will lose weight with you. I realized, with a few pointed comments from Linda, that I would benefit from dropping 20 lbs. I know how and I will share the step by step with you. Please feel free to share your exploits and successes along the way!
First, let me tell you what I will measure. I will track 2 numbers. My weight, obviously. And I will also measure the size of my waist+hips+right thigh+left thigh. I use this measurement because I know that tweaks to my diet, combined with exercise, will result in changes in my shape as well as my weight. And I want to know that if my weight is dropping at the expense of fat, not muscles.
My number? 130.75
What's yours?
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Near Perfect Minute #28
Happy New Year!
Set you browser on THIS BLOG for the coming weeks, because I will start the year strong with the best eating advice anywhere!
Enjoy the festivities!
Dr. Jean-Marc
Set you browser on THIS BLOG for the coming weeks, because I will start the year strong with the best eating advice anywhere!
Enjoy the festivities!
Dr. Jean-Marc
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Near Perfect Minute #26
Inflammation is at the root of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, asthma, arthritis, Alzheimer's, auto immune diseases and more. Today, I start a series of Near Perfect Minutes that will explore where inflammation comes from and what you can do about it.
First, and because I do not want to talk about food at this time of year, it is important to realize that subluxations of the spine both create inflammation and, this is crucial, choke your body's ability to respond properly. So first step, most important and fundamental: get adjusted regularly!
Dr. Jean-Marc
Click on the video to watch.
First, and because I do not want to talk about food at this time of year, it is important to realize that subluxations of the spine both create inflammation and, this is crucial, choke your body's ability to respond properly. So first step, most important and fundamental: get adjusted regularly!
Dr. Jean-Marc
Click on the video to watch.
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Near Perfect Minute #25
That's a lot of testimonials on that wall behind me! Thank you!
Today's NP Minute is a quick exercise demo to help you relax during this hectic time of year. Enjoy!
Dr. Jean-Marc
Today's NP Minute is a quick exercise demo to help you relax during this hectic time of year. Enjoy!
Dr. Jean-Marc
Friday, December 3, 2010
Near Perfect Minute #24
The frenzied Holiday season is here. This is a key time to maintain optimal nervous system function and a primed immune system. To do that, get adjusted, avoid sugar and remember, it's all for fun and celebration!
Near Perfect Minute is 2:10 long.
Don't forget our Holiday Raffle! Lots of cool prizes!
Dr. Jean-Marc
Near Perfect Minute is 2:10 long.
Don't forget our Holiday Raffle! Lots of cool prizes!
Dr. Jean-Marc
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Near Perfect Minute #23
Happy Thanksgiving!
An attitude of gratitude goes a long way towards preventing subluxations and promoting happiness!
Thank you to all our patients who donated food for the Bedford Food Pantry!
See you next week!
Video is 1minute 12 seconds short.
An attitude of gratitude goes a long way towards preventing subluxations and promoting happiness!
Thank you to all our patients who donated food for the Bedford Food Pantry!
See you next week!
Video is 1minute 12 seconds short.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Near Perfect Minute #22
How long should a cold last? No time! That's how long. I've been burning the candle at both ends and I just had one that lasted 11 hours. The time it takes your body to overcome a cold is a good gauge of your general health status. The longer it takes, the lower your resources.
In the video below, I described what I did in response to a cold. First, remember that what I did for years before that has everything to do with my recovery rate.
The supplements I took were Total Virx (available at the office) and PineGold (I can order it for you if you can't find it). i also got adjusted and ate a light meal of mostly veggies (cauliflower).
See you soon!
In the video below, I described what I did in response to a cold. First, remember that what I did for years before that has everything to do with my recovery rate.
The supplements I took were Total Virx (available at the office) and PineGold (I can order it for you if you can't find it). i also got adjusted and ate a light meal of mostly veggies (cauliflower).
See you soon!
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Wellness Minute # 21
Hangovers are the result of chemical toxicity overloading our body's ability to function properly.
To adapt in the short term, subluxations happen. So could adjustments help recover quicker or is it just chemical and it'll take however long it takes to feel better?
Well, it's all in the timing. If you are still intoxicated, your body probably needs the subluxation as an adaptive tool.
But after that, it's all improved function. And that usually means feeling better! Here is the story:
Dr.Jean-Marc
To adapt in the short term, subluxations happen. So could adjustments help recover quicker or is it just chemical and it'll take however long it takes to feel better?
Well, it's all in the timing. If you are still intoxicated, your body probably needs the subluxation as an adaptive tool.
But after that, it's all improved function. And that usually means feeling better! Here is the story:
Dr.Jean-Marc
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Exercise. Often.
Thank God for the web! I say that because the amount of information, articles and books establishing, detailing, formatting, cataloging, researching and expounding on the benefit and essential importance of exercise would take much more room than my house and office could hold.
I'll give you just a quick sample of why exercise MUST be part of your life on a routine basis: exercise makes you feel good, makes you stronger, boosts your immune system, improves flexibility, improves cognitive functions, improves digestion, decrease cancer risk, good for your heart, good for you memory, reduces stress, improves sleep, improves memory, burns calories, makes you firm and attractive, improves libido, improves blood circulation and lymphatic drainage, improves balance...
Hey, why don't you send me what you know exercise helps YOU with! Post a comment below.
Have a Near Perfect Day!
Dr. Jean-Marc
I'll give you just a quick sample of why exercise MUST be part of your life on a routine basis: exercise makes you feel good, makes you stronger, boosts your immune system, improves flexibility, improves cognitive functions, improves digestion, decrease cancer risk, good for your heart, good for you memory, reduces stress, improves sleep, improves memory, burns calories, makes you firm and attractive, improves libido, improves blood circulation and lymphatic drainage, improves balance...
Hey, why don't you send me what you know exercise helps YOU with! Post a comment below.
Have a Near Perfect Day!
Dr. Jean-Marc
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Life Univeristy Event 10/28/10 at Slak Chiropractic
Life University Student Recruitment Event!
At the office on Thursday, October 28, 2010 at 7PM. Please RSVP because food will be served!
I am really jazzed about this. An opportunity to share and a great honor to be selected as a host office.
If you have ever considered a career in chiropractic or if you know a student who wishes to enter a growing field full of joy and rewards, please make sure they call in and sign-up!
Dr. Jean-Marc
At the office on Thursday, October 28, 2010 at 7PM. Please RSVP because food will be served!
I am really jazzed about this. An opportunity to share and a great honor to be selected as a host office.
If you have ever considered a career in chiropractic or if you know a student who wishes to enter a growing field full of joy and rewards, please make sure they call in and sign-up!
Dr. Jean-Marc
Blood Pressure
This is a post from my friend Dr. Neil Bossenger from New Zealand. I am reposting because it is one of the best written, informative article on the topic. Enjoy!
http://spinewave.co.nz/high-blood-pressure-special-chiropractic-report/
Dr. Jean-Marc
http://spinewave.co.nz/high-blood-pressure-special-chiropractic-report/
Dr. Jean-Marc
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Three Main Categories Causing Subluxation
Emotional, physical and chemical. These are the root causes of life dimming subluxations.
- Step 1: get adjusted to restore proper Life flow.
- Step 2: do the necessary lifestyle tweaks to minimize the production of new life dimming subluxations.
Dr. Jean-Marc
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Adjustments lead to Creativity
Studies say increased creativity and decreased GERD after adjustments. Does that mean that you dyspeptic people are not creative? I don't know the answer to that question. But I know ONE thing for sure: adjustments are GOOD for you!
Source info deep inside the following links.
http://chiropractors.asn.au//Content/NavigationMenu/Publications/CJA/CurrentIssues2010/Volume40/Vol40Issue2/default.htm#Marker1
http://journalchiroed.com/2010Spring/JCESpring2010PosterAbstracts.pdf
Friday, October 8, 2010
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