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OUR MISSION IS TO

• provide the best natural health care to as many people as possible through accurate customized nutrition & gentle, effective chiropractic

• eliminate dependence upon pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals & surgery

• eliminate dependence upon artificial and refined food products, which are destructive to health

• increase utilization of the real foods and natural remedies that God has provided for us, which promote good health.

Food For Thought...

The Dismal of 'Bismol...​and other antacids

Acid indigestion is one of the most common complaints in America. Because it is often blamed on "too much stomach acid," millions of antacids are swallowed every day.  In fact, many of those are actually doctors' prescriptions!  The rest are bought over the counter for symptomatic relief.

Funny - with all these remedies, acid digestion never really goes away.  That's because the REAL problem is not too much but too little stomach acid!  

Does that sound paradoxical to you?

Here's what happens. The human stomach is designed to produce acid in response to food that enters it. This acid in turn becomes pepsin, an enzyme which is necessary to digest proteins, carbs, and fats.  When this digestive process takes place in the stomach, the food mass is then passed into the small intestine in a timely manner - under normal conditions.

BUT - due to the enzyme-deficient diet that is constantly consumed by most people. stomach acid often becomes deficient. Food that lacks the necessary nutrients causes a negative type of chain reaction:

1) Stomach acid production is not stimulated as it would be if corresponding enzymes were in the food 

2) Proteins, carbs, and fats therefore cannot be properly digested in the stomach

3) The food mass sits in the stomach, waiting for the problem to be corrected and the process completed, instead of passing through to the intestines

4) The food then begins to ferment (like rotting), which creates acidic gasses in the stomach

5) These gasses rise and take the reverse route back into the esophagus, causing symptoms like heartburn and acid reflux.

The medical treatment for this situation is antacids - that is, "Let's suppress the acid production in your stomach so these gasses are not formed - voila, no heartburn!" However, your stomach has been programmed to do its job, and that job is to maintain a specific pH balance.   SO...taking the antacid stimulates the stomach to produce MORE acid to correct the pH imbalance..

                    ...and the cycle simply repeats itself, getting more and more difficult to live with as symptoms worsen.

Additionally, if food is not digested, the nutrients in it are not absorbed or utilized.  When nutrients are not absorbed, the body is deprived of the necessary building blocks for good health.  Any number of disease conditions will result from this domino effect  These will eventually get bad enough to be "diagnosed"...and treated with toxic medications that often bring a slew of other problems. 

Does it make any sense to fight against the body and make things worse - much worse - by taking anticids?  

The REAL problem is relatively uncomplicated, and it's so easy to correct!

Take a few simple steps to start restoring your stomach to its normal functioning capability, and you can kiss "Aunt Acid" goodbye!

a) Be evaluated by Susana for digestive support products such as Zypan or Enzycore from Standard Process.  These provide natural enzymes that stimulate normal acid production and quickly smooth out digestive problems.

b) Avoid processed, refined food products - particularly anything containing sugar or flour.  These have had the nutrients and enzymes removed from them to increase their shelf life.

c) Eat only whole, real foods that contain their full complement of nutrients.

You will wonder how you ever lived before!

Have a wholesome, healthy weekend, everyone.

Check out our website at athropay4health.com, or call us at (562) 861-3896

OK, no flu shot - so what CAN I do?

I'm sure you have noticed that there are SO MANY people suffering from colds or flu symptoms these days.  Maybe you are there yourself!  

The far too common treatment for flu symptoms and ear infections is a course of antibiotics. Unfortunately, this practice is what has caused the development of "super-bugs" that are resistant to antibiotics...so the pharmaceutical companies make stronger antibiotics, which in turn are resisted by stronger "bugs"... and the cycle is perpetuated.

Where will it stop?  We believe it is best to let antibiotics be a treatment only of last resort.

But there's lots of good news for treatment of first resort!

There are excellent, effective natural products available in our office. Come immediately for Susana to evaluate you (or your child). The right products for you will depend upon what she finds.  For example, the right protocol for a virus is different than that for a bacteria. 

The important thing is to attack the problem immediately and be consistent with the treatment until you test "clear." This will usually happen very quickly - the sooner you get started, the easier it is to resolve the problem.

It's a good idea to keep on hand a bottle of Congaplex and one of Immuplex.  Between the time you notice the first hint of a symptom and the time you can get in for evaluation (hopefully that will be within a very few hours), you can take 1-2 of these per hour.  Remember, though, that this is just a stop-gap measure to help a little until you get here and address the situation specifically.  

When it comes to ear infections, we have herbal drops for specific immune challenges - and again, you need to be tested to find out which one is right for your case.

Dietary recommendations?  Keep away from anything sweet when you have a cold, flu, ear infection, or ANY illness.  And of course, no junk food.  Your body needs to focus upon fighting the invaders, and can't afford to be distracted by digestive issues.

You will feel so good about stopping a cold or flu in its tracks WITHOUT toxic drugs!

We have a great promo this month.  Refer someone new to us in February, and we will thank you with a $10 coupon for purchases at Thropay Health Center. This includes supplements, raw honey, Mrs. Thropay's pancake mix or her cookbook. What a deal!

 

Call us at (562) 861-3896

Saturated fats - dangerous or fabulous?

How often have you heard that a low-fat diet is "heart-healthy"? 

 

Here's the problem with that:  It isn't.

 

Cultures with a low incidence of heart disease are often found to have a diet high in saturated fats. (Some examples are the Innuit of North America, and the Masai of Africa, but there are many more.)  This goes against everything we've heard in America for decades! 

 

The fact is, foods containing high levels of saturated fats, such as eggs, red meat, and whole dairy products, are loaded with necessary nutrients - many of them impossible to get in sufficient amounts from other foods. 

 

The conventional low-fat diet basically discourages consumption of such foods, doesn't it?  Not only are important nutrients missing, then, but products that are accepted as "heart-healthy" are often also negative to our health! Here's why:

1) Foods that have the fat removed taste terrible, so refined sugar and other carbs are used, along with processed oils and MSG aliases, to replace the lost taste appeal.

2) Foods with the fat largely removed don't supply the necessary energy that saturated fats provide, so again, sugar, other carbs and refined oils are added to remedy that lack.  High-sugar or high-flour can still be labeled "low-fat."

 

At Thropay Health Center, as you know, we strongly encourage you to eat free-range eggs, grass-fed red meat, and whole raw dairy products.  They all contain the "fabulous fats" our bodies need!  Eating these foods is one way to help you avoid the inflammation of coronary arteries that is fundamental to heart disease.

 

November is the month to say Thank You.  Bring someone new to us this month, and we will thank you with a jar of Mrs. Thropay's organic pancake mix, either Original or Gluten-Free.  Bring TWO somebodies, and your thank-you will be a 5-pound tub of Wonderful Wyoming Honey!

 

Call us anytime at (562) 861-3896 for an appointment. 

CONGRATULATIONS to our Grand Prize winner!

CONGRATULATIONS to our Grand Prize winner, ELAINE KRUPP, in our office drawing on Standard Process Pride Day!   Elaine will get a full-hour massage from Elvira, our topnotch massage therapist.

 

Congratulations also to our two Second Prize winners in the drawing - SYLVIA CRUZ and MINNI WILLIAMS.  Each receives a bottle of Catalyn, the amazing "multivitamin" supplement made by Standard Process. 

 

Thank you to everyone who came in last week, and especially Friday, to celebrate with us.  Be sure to check out the new photo in the lobby - it's framed in barn wood!  We'll let you guess where the picture was taken.

 

Need something that's bright, color-coordinated, and delicious for tonight?  Here's a recipe for a comforting soup:

 

CARROT NECTAR SOUP

 

1 medium organic red pepper

1 pound organic carrots, sliced

1 medium organic onion, chopped

1 organic potato, cubed

2 tbsp. butter

4 cups organic chicken broth (homemade OR Imagine brand)

1 cup water

1/3 cup organic orange juice

2 tsp. grated organic orange rind

1/2 tsp. sea salt (optional)

1 tsp. dill

1/2 tsp. each marjoram, thyme, rosemary, sage

dash of cayenne

 

Broil red pepper 4 inches from the heat until skin is blistered, about 6 minutes.  With tongs, rotate pepper 1/4 turn.  Broil and rotate until all sides are blistered and blackened.  Immediately place pepper in a bowl; cover and let stand for 15-20 minutes.  Peel and discard charred skin.  Remove stem and seeds.  Set pepper aside.

 

In a large saucepan, cook the carrots, onion, and potato in butter over medium-low heat until onion is tender.  Stir in the remaining ingredients.  Bring to a boil.  Reduce heat, and simmer, covered, for 25 minutes or until vegetables are tender.  Remove from heat a few minutes.

 

In a blender, puree carrot mixture and roasted pepper in small batches.  Return to the pan and heat through.  About 4 servings.  

 

To complete your theme, how about making the easy No-Flour Brownies for dessert.  Better than even looking at the so-called "goodies" out there tonight!

 

Have a great evening, and we'll see you soon!   Be sure to check our website regularly for the nutrition articles on our blog.  Click the Facebook icon at the bottom left corner. (You don't need a Facebook account in order to access this.)

www.athropay4health.com    or call us at (562) 861-3896.

10 Fruits You Should Be Adding To Your Smoothies TODAY!

Smoothies are a great way to increase your consumption of fresh fruit and vegetables. Over the past 10 years of perfecting smoothies, I have found that certain fruits work better in smoothies than others, and that including high-antioxidant rich fruits into your smoothie will give you the biggest bang for your buck. Read on to find out 10 different fruits that you should definitely start adding to your smoothies TODAY!

Cherries

Cherries are a popular summer fruit and should be eaten while they are in season. They are very high in antioxidants called anthocyanins, which help lower your risk of developing heart disease and cancer. They also help promote healthy skin and brain cells. Cherries are also great anti-inflammatory fruits, and have been shown to act just as effectively as the painkiller ibuprofen. Make sure you choose deep, dark, red cherries (not light coloured – those are un-ripe), and be sure to pit the cherries before you blend.

Bananas

Bananas are an amazing power food! They help individuals overcome depression because of their high levels of tryptophan (which is converted into serotonin in the brain; the happy-mood brain neurotransmitter). They protect against muscle cramps during workouts and counteract calcium loss during urination and build strong bones. They also improve your mood and reduce PMS symptoms and help individuals lose weight via their fat-metabolizing resistant starch. Make sure to include ripe, spotty bananas in your smoothies as these are the kind that will help you gain these awesome benefits!

Berries

Berries are one of the best foods to include in your smoothies, especially because they are the fruits with the highest levels of antioxidants. Berries help lower your risk of certain cancers, and improve memory function and urinary tract health, as well as promote healthy aging. Berries are also very high in fiber which helps to maintain a healthy GI tract, lower blood cholesterol and reduce heart disease. Another compound in berries called “ellagic acid” is a potent anti-carcinogen, which has anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties. I would recommend putting around 1-2 cups of berries per smoothie (make sure you buy organic berries! Conventional berries are one of the highest sprayed fruits out there!)

Peaches & Nectarines

Peaches and nectarines are both very high in beta carotene which is essential for eye health (helps improve vision health by increasing circulation of blood in the eyes, and other body parts). Vitamin C content in these two fruits are also wonderful for skin care and reducing dark circles under the eyes and fine lines and wrinkles. Peaches and nectarines are great toxin cleansers as well, and their high fiber and potassium content reduces kidney related diseases and reduces risk of developing ulcers. Add 1 or 2 peaches or nectarines to your next smoothie – be sure to remove the pit!

Mangos

Antioxidant compounds in mango have been found to protect against a variety of cancers like colon, break, leukemia, and prostate. Mangos are high in fiber, pectin, and vitamin C too, which helps lower serum cholesterol levels and helps clear the skin. Adding a cup or two of mango to your smoothie will ensure your body benefits from the mango’s amazing properties.

Pineapple

Who doesn’t love pineapple? Make sure you choose ripe pineapple (the green leaves on top start to turn brown when it is just about ready), otherwise, you will have battery-acid mouth for the rest of the day! Did you know that pineapples are incredibly high in vitamin C, so they help boost the immune system and keep our gums healthy. Pineapples are also high in manganese, which is a trace mineral needed by your body to help build bones and connective tissues. They also lower your risk of developing age-related macular degeneration and the bromelain in pineapple helps alleviate inflammatory-related diseases like arthritis!

Oranges

Oranges are a definite power food! They literally dissolve the mucus in your body and get rid of nasty blockages that may be causing a variety of underlying bodily issues. Oranges are rich in limonoids which help fight a number of cancers including skin, lung, breast, stomach and colon. They also help reduce the risk of kidney stones and help lower cholesterol because of the high content of soluble fiber. Not only that, but this fruit is very high in potassium, an electrolyte mineral required for proper heart and nerve function. Last but not least, we all know the orange is high in vitamin C, which keeps our immune system strong and healthy! Juice a couple oranges for your next smoothie instead of buying pasturized orange juice which is very low in bioavailable nutrients.

Papaya

Papaya is a great fruit for improving skin health and fighting against acne and skin infections. It is very rich in fiber which helps lower cholesterol levels and contains enzymes which prevent the oxidation of cholesterol (in turn, helping to prevent heart attacks). The enzymes in papaya are also wonderful for relieving constipation and diarrhea, and helps to cure infections of the colon. The seeds are great for ridding the body of intestinal worms too! Put 1-2 cups of ripe papaya in your next smoothie!

Grapes 

Grapes contain resveratrol which helps assist with weight loss by 1) reducing the cells’ ability to store fat; and 2) causing the fat to disintegrate 246% higher than normal! Resveratrol also improves blood vessel dilation, allowing blood to flow more easily through blood vessels. Grapes also protect the brain, thanks to resveratrol which cleans up brain-damaging plaques and free radicals (both of which are linked to Alzheimer’s disease). I sometimes like making an all-grape smoothie, with 1-2lbs of grapes in a blender, pulse blended for 30 seconds and you are good to go!

Kiwi

Finally, the kiwi is a great fruit to add to your smoothies! They contain a protein-dissolving enzyme which helps digest meals more efficiently and have high levels of potassium which helps manage our blood pressure. Kiwis have been found to protect the cell DNA from oxidative damage (something that leads to many cancers), and the high vitamin C content boosts your immunity. The fiber on kiwis are great for removing toxins from your intestinal tract too! Putting a couple ripe kiwis in your smoothie will allow you to reap these awesome benefits!

Source: Live Love Fruit

Read more at http://www.naturalcuresnotmedicine.com/2013/07/10-fruits-you-should-be-adding-to-your.html#Ay46lRCXMz4FrOyx.99 

Healthy Living; The Story Of Stuff

Why Standard Process? Organic Farming To Start!

Organic Farming  

 

 

 

Grown on the Standard Process organically certified farm

 

• How organic certification helps your patients
• Farming techniques

  When it comes to organic farming, Standard Process is a leader. Of the 1,443 organic farms in Wisconsin, the Standard Process certified-organic farm is in the top nine percent, in terms of acreage. And, we put that acreage to good use, with plans calling for the production of 6.5 million pounds of vegetables this year. That’s eight tons of whole food per acre!   Standard Process professionally maintains its organic farm because we understand that your patients rely on you to help maintain or improve their health–and good health comes from nutrition.

Nothing But The Best At Thropay Chiropractic!

WELCOME!

Dr. Thropay, a graduate of Cleveland Chiropractic College in Los Angeles, founded his practice in Downey, CA in 1978.  He has exclusively practiced the very gentle and scientifically-based Sacro-Occipital Technique (S.O.T.), along with Craniopathy, with phenomenal results.  


Dr. Thropay’s warm regard for his patients is always paramount in his demeanor.  Not content with his extraordinary chiropractic skills and achievements, he has always looked for even more ways to help people gain and maintain good health.  He became deeply impressed with the value of Nutrition Response Testing, and he added that component to his practice in 1999. This brought to a new level of excellence the already superb health benefits his patients had experienced.

Whenever possible, Dr. Thropay loves to study and teach from the Bible.  He and his wife  have three grown children and one granddaughter.

Know What You Eat; Don't Poison Your Body!

        Know What You Eat; Don't Poison Your Body!