Your Microbiome - Billions of Bugs!

The National Institute for Health is sponsoring "The Microbiome Project" in multiple centers across America...Science News declared microbiome research to be the Number One scientific story of the year in 2013...

                      ...Now what on earth is all the fuss about? And what is a microbiome, anyway?

Simply put, this term covers the "billions of germs, bacteria, and microbes that are...in your skin, your mouth, all over the inside of your body, and in your gut (small and large intestines)." (Dr. David West)  The vast majority of these are in the gut.

These invisible organisms have a strong collective influence on the body's health.  A healthy gut will have a diverse population of friendly bacteria.  A sick one will have fewer friendly bacteria, both in number and in kind.  The diversity and the balance are very important. 

Having insufficient friendly bacteria in the gut makes way for "enemy" bacteria to flourish and take over - leading to any number of health problems: chronic gut pain, diarrhea, constipation, colitis, irritable bowel, diabetes, obesity, depression, heart disease, auto-immune disease...and more.

One major cause of an unhealthy microbiome is overuse of antibiotics.  So it is no surprise that Americans in general suffer more from these conditions than people in other cultures.  You don't ever take antibiotics?   But we ingest some when we eat meat, chicken, or fish who have been injected with them, perhaps multiple times, and pass on the "benefit" to the consumers.  (Organically raised animals and wild Alaskan fish are the way to go here.)  

The good news is that there ARE ways to ensure and/or rebuild a healthy and diverse population of friendly flora in your body. 

1) Come for Nutrition Response Testing, to learn what is preventing your body from staying healthy.  In MANY cases, digestive disorders show up in the analysis, and Susana will guide you in correcting this problem.

2) Eat a diet of whole foods in their natural state.  The naturally occurring fiber in vegetables and fruit, and the nutrients in fermented foods, raw milk cheese, and free-range eggs all contribute to gut health.  Processed and fast foods destroy the good guys and help the bad guys!

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Our number is (562) 861-3896.  

About Thropay Chiropractic; Our Services

NUTRITION RESPONSE TESTING
Nutrition Response Testing is a non-invasive system of analyzing the body to determine underlying causes of poor health or nagging health problems.  It is based on the firm conviction that the human body has the potential to fully repair itself, when given the right nutrients.

The analysis we conduct is a check of your body's neurological reflexes.  These reflexes are the body's way of showing how well your nervous system is doing its job of regulating all the body's functions - organs and glands, joints and muscles, etc.

There are flows of energy between all parts and organs of the body.  These flows can be disrupted for a variety of reasons  often leading to a lack of correct nerve signals to keep that area functioning optimally.  Our analysis easily detects these disruptions.

• How do we conduct this analysis?
The practitioner will contact your extended arm with one hand, and contact the specific reflex area with the other hand.  If the tested reflex is stressed, your nervous system will respond by reducing energy to the extended arm (which will weaken and cause it to drop).  A drop in the arm indicates underlying stress or dysfunction in that area, which can be affecting your health.

You will be given the results of this analysis in terms you can understand, along with a specific nutritional program to follow that is customized to your case.

Once the underlying stress is corrected, the weak muscle response will no longer occur during analysis. The body will be busy repairing and restoring function to
the indicated organ or system.

DIFFICULT PREGNANCY l FUSSY BABY

DIFFICULT PREGNANCY l FUSSY BABY

... At the end of my first pregnancy, my baby was breeched. She had tried to turn around 3 times, but could not fit into the birth canal, due to my misaligned hip structure. Dr. Thropay corrected this hip problem in a chiropractic visit, and showed us how to maintain the correction. Within two days I felt the baby turn and enter the canal correctly. When I went to my medical doctor the next day, he confirmed that the baby had turned, and he expressed amazement and wonder! I was able to have a natural childbirth experience shortly thereafter. Baby Katie safely entered the world without any need for surgery or other intervention!

After this joyful event, it was such a letdown that the baby seemed to be born with health problems that made her life (and our lives) miserable. Katie continually vomited after every feeding, probably losing at least 50% of her food each day. She cried and screamed in pain almost constantly. The longest she could sleep was 15-20 minutes at a time. I myself was also experiencing stomach aches.

When Dr. Thropay evaluated us nutritionally, he found some serious food reactions and digestive malfunctions that needed to be addressed. When I made the prescribed corrections to my diet and began taking the necessary whole food supplements, my own health quickly improved…and the change in my nursing baby was nothing short of dramatic! She became calm and contented – no more vomiting and crying with pain. She began to sleep several hours through the night, and her naps are now usually 30 to 60 minutes in length. She is gaining weight normally. The difference is like night and day! ... -

Rebekah Ward

Thropay Nutrition; Why Organic?

Our Patients Speak

"...I am so pleased to find a substitute from regular meds.  I have always reacted to drugs  and found little help.  Now Im off allergy meds and shots, and I feel so much better. I've also lost weight."  
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"...I love my experience here!  Ive seen many medical doctors that couldnt help me!... "
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" ...I enjoy every visit.  I am always heard out and attended to, and have learned a lot about
     what to eat and what not to eat. Thank you for taking care of me & my girls! - Michelle Z.
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"...I just want to say Thank You for all your help.  Many times through the years I have not been the perfect patient.  However,I know that my health today is in result of your care, work, and love.  You all are the best!"  - M.R.

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"...Nutrition Response Testing is the only way to go!  Healing vs. cover-up."  - C.B.

Time To Spring Clean Your Body!!

Top 10 Foods for Long Strong Hair

Just like every other part of your body, the cells and proesses that support strong, vibrant hair depend on a balanced diet. To see changes you have to be patient, it can take a few months for a nutritional deficiency or the effects of a crash diet to show up.

1. Salmon

Besides being rich in protein and Vitamin D (both are key to strong hair) the omega-3 fatty acids found in this tatsy cold-water wild fish are a true superstar. Your body cant make those fatty acids, and you need to get them through your diet. About 3% of the hair shaft is made up of these fatty acids. Omega-3′s are also found in cell membranes in the skin of your scalp ad in the natural oils that keep you scalp and hair hydrated.

2. Beans

Beans are a great source of Vitamin B6, folic acid, and the minerals magnesium, sulfur, and zinc. Add black beans to your favorite Tex-Mex recipe or workday lunch for a vitamin and protein boost that will keep you and your hair shining throughout the day.

3. Blueberries

This low-profile berry was ranked number one in the antioxidant activity by the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to 40 common fruits and vegetables. The antioxidants in blueberries protect you from premature aging.

4. Walnuts

These are the only type of nut that have a significant amount of omega-3 fatty acids. They’re also rich in biotin and vitamin E, which helps protect your cells from DNA damage. Since your hair rarely gets much shielding from the sun, this is especially helpful. Too little biotin can lead to hair loss. Walnuts also have copper, a mineral that helps keep your natural hai color rich and beautiful.

5. Spinach

This leafy green vegetable is rich in nutrients and antioxidants. Spinach is loaded with lutein, which keeps your eyes healthy and sparkling. Spinach is also a good source of vitamins B, C, and E, potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, and omega-3 fatty acids.

6. Oysters

Oysters are rich in zinc, a lack of which can lead to hair loss (even in your eyelashes) as well as a dry, flaky scalp. Three ounces has a whopping 493% of your daily value. You can get some zinc through fortified cereals and whole grain breads, but oysters can boast a good level of protein too. Without enough protein, your body can’t replace the hairs that you naturally shed every day and what you do make can be dry, brittle, or weak.

7. Dairy

Not only does hair build strong bones, but it also keeps your hair strong with calcium and Vitamins D and B12. Fill up on low-fat milk and cottage cheese to keep your gorgeous hair growing strong.

8. Eggs

Great sources of protein, eggs are loaded with four key minerals: zinc, selenium, sulfur, and iron. Iron is especially important, because it helps cells carry oxygen to the hair follicles, and too little iron (anemia) is a major cause of hair loss, particularly in women.

9. Tomatoes

Tomatoes are the best source of the anti-aging antioxidant lycopene. Surprisingly, lycopene in tomatoes is more easily absorbed by your body when it is cooked or processed.

10. Peas

Peas provide an excellent way to get the carbohydrates and potassium that your hair needs to stay vibrant and strong. Although they contain more calories than other green vegetables, these nutrient-filled calories will keep you full and your hair at its healthiest.

Source: PositiveMed

Health Benefits Of Limes & Lemons

The nutritional benefits of limes do not differ very much from those of lemons. They are both excellent sources of vitamin C, B6, potassium, folate, flavonoids and the outstanding phytochemical, limonene.

Limonene have anti-cancer effects and help increase the level of enzymes that detoxify carcinogens.

Health Benefits
Limes and lemons contain outstanding phytochemicals that are high in anti-oxidant and anti-cancer properties. They are potent detoxifiers with anti-biotic effect that is protective against bacterial poisoning.

Asthma: Take a tablespoon of lemon juice at least one hour before each meal to relieve asthma.
Burning soles/feet: Rub a sliced lemon over the burning sole/foot/heel to relieve from pain and for toxin elimination through the pores of the feet.
Cholera: The potent anti-viral properties in lime/lemon can kill cholera bacilli within a very short period of time. Drink one part juice and one part water regularly, especially during an epidemic.
Cold: The anti-viral properties in lime/lemon fight infections and halt the progress of a cold. Take the juice of two lemons in half a liter of hot water and add raw honey to taste. Sip it slowly before bedtime.
Constipation: Drink a glass of warm water every morning with some lime/lemon juice with raw honey. Stir in a pinch of cinnamon powder. This will help your body to detoxify and relieve constipation.
Digestion: Lime/lemon juice have amazing digestive qualities that are very similar to our digestive enzymes. Thus it is effectively helps with digestion and relieve bloating and belching.
Feet, tired: After a long day on your feet, soak your feet in very warm water containing lime/lemon juice to enjoy the cooling, astringent feeling. This will also help promote deep sleep due to the relaxing action on the foot nerves.
Gums, swollen: Drink a glass of diluted fresh lime juice with a pinch of sea salt to relieve the pain of swollen gums. Use the albedo (the white matter under the peel) from the squeezed lime and rub on the gums.
Heartburn: Add two teaspoon of concentrated lime/lemon juice into a glass of warm water and drink to relieve heartburn.
Inflammatory disorders: Even though lime/lemon juice are sour and taste acidic, it is actually very alkalinizing in the body and is highly effective in the treatment of inflammatory disorders like rheumatism, arthritis, sciatica, etc. It also prevents the deposit of uric acid in the tissues, thus reducing the risks of gout.
Skin, dry: Rub the peel of a lemon on dry or scaly skin to restore softness and add moisture to the skin.
Sore throat: Mix one part lemon juice with one part water. Gargle frequently and feel its soothing effect on the throat. You may also add in a pinch of sea salt for added effect.

Why avoid GMO's?

Are the "Frankenfoods" really all that bad?  You decide!

 

Cross breeding in animals and grafting or hybridizing in plants are practices that have been around for thousands of years.  The modern practice of artificially inserting a gene into the DNA of a plant or animal started only 16 years ago, and there are significant differences in both the purpose and the results.

 

One difference is the crossover between the two major kingdoms of organisms - plants and animals - instead of remaining inside the same kingdom, genus, species and family.   One of the first Genetic Modifications was Monsanto's insertion of a bacteria (animal kingdom) into a tomato (plant kingdom).    The purpose of this - and of 80% of all genetically engineered crops - is for greater tolerance of pesticides. To a company like Monsanto, who owns both the seeds and the pesticide industry, this means bigger crops and more money. 

 

BUT this cycle results:  More herbicide sprays = an epidemic of resistant "super-weeds" developing = even more herbicide sprays = all the toxic residues end up in the foods they are sprayed upon and in the water supply due to run-off from watering...

 

...with what effects upon humans and animals that eat these foods and drink the water?  The health risks are serious.   In humans - infertility, accelerated aging, organ damage, and cancer.  In pets and livestock - reproductive and gastrointestinal issues.  And powerful insecticides used on GM corn seeds are at least partly responsible for the destruction of so many bees recently. 

 

Staying away from GM foods is the best way to make the difference to your own health personally, improve the environment for everyone, and to help get the message across to the Big Food corporations.  Buy only organic or verified non-GMO products.

 

Here are the 9 best-known GM food crops:

 

Corn (corn oil, cornmeal, cornstarch, corn syrup, and more)

Soybeans (soybean or "vegetable" oil, soy protein, tofu, many "vegetarian" products

Canola (oil - unless verified non-GMO)

Cottonseed (oil)

Sugar Beets (in nearly everything that says sugar in the list of ingredients)

Alfalfa (fed to livestock)

Papaya from Hawaii and China

Some Zucchini and Yellow squash

          

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Congratulations to MARC ROSALES, our new patient of the month!   We are thanking Marc for his many referrals with a free office visit!  

 

Remember our March promo is a 15% discount off the Standard Process 21-day Purification Program.  Call us for details at (562)861-3896.

Simple Steps To Successful Gardening

With the controversy surrounding food origins and GMO everywhere you turn, a simple solution is growing your own food. A flourishing garden doesn’t happen without some effort, but by investing some time and TLC, you could be reaping the benefits of your yard this summer.

If you’ve never had a garden or are simply looking for a refresher before the planting season is upon us, check out these simple tips to a successful garden:

1. Make your plan first on paper. (What do you want to plant, where will your vegetables be planted in your garden plot, and when do you expect harvest for each?) Read and follow seed packet directions or seedling instructions, for planting, spacing, and thinning.

2. Plant the vegetables that your family is most likely to eat. If you’re not interested in a certain type of vegetable, don’t grow it. However, try and plant one or two new vegetables that you have never grown before. Don’t be afraid to experiment!!

3. Pick a nice sunny, level, location away from trees and shrubs that may offer to much shade or compete for water and nutrients. Make sure this location has a convenient water source. Starting out, don’t make your garden too big. A 10′ x 10″ plot will feed a family easily. Plant the tallest vegetables to the north, so they don’t shade the shorter ones, and continue on down your plot with your shortest plants on your south side. It is wise to surround your garden with a fence to keep out animals.

4. Work the soil first before planting. Ideally, you want loose, rich, well-drained soil for a vegetable garden. If you have finished compost, or the ability to add nutrient-rich amendments, add to soil, turn over, mix in well. Make sure soil is level before planting.

5. Mark off your vegetable plot in one foot sections using two stakes tied with string the width of your desired vegetable plot, to provide a straight line for planting. Some of your seeds might require rounded mounds. Be sure to allow room for them. Pay attention to the types of vegetables that are planted in the spring, summer, fall, and even winter.

6. Regular weeding and hoeing is a must. A well-maintained garden keeps soil loose for water penetration and air. Weeds can rob nutrients from your growing vegetables. Water requirements vary according to soil type and zone. Plants generally need 2″ of water per week. Some plants have specific watering requirements, such as tomatoes. Watering in the morning is preferable.

7. Know when and how to harvest your vegetables for optimum flavor and harvest. This will help vegetables retain their maximum vitamin content and flavor. Mark it on a calendar beforehand, the approximate time frame your specific vegetables should be harvested, and observe vegetables closely approaching this time.

For optimum nutrition, it is best to use an organic seed company and natural weed alternatives.