One of the worst problems the Western Medical approach has is its starting point. Of course, “Modern” Medicine is sickness based by definition, so preventative solutions are typically ignored until the problem becomes substantial and often dangerous. It also goes...
The All Important and Often Ignored Ligament
Ligaments have a simple and important function. They hold bones and joints throughout the body in alignment. When an articulation (joint) is out of alignment, it is always accompanied by a ligament tear. The body responds by forcing nearby muscle tissue to attempt...
Anatomy of a Subluxation Complex and It’s Removal
Chiropractors remove Subluxations. A subluxation is a bone out of alignment relative to its neighbor causing nerve impingement and dysfunction. In order for a Subluxation to occur, the ligaments holding the joints of the bones in alignment must be torn and...
Quinoa Bean Salad
This bean salad is nutritious and gluten free. It is Vegan if you lose the feta cheese. 1 cup of dry OG (Organic) quinoa (prepare with 2 c water and any spices you like) 1 can of OG chickpeas 1 can of OG red kidney beans 1 can of OG black beans 1 can of OG cannellini...
Raw Chocolate
Our fascination with Chocolate began in Central America with the Olmecs. It spread through Mayan and Aztec cultures to Europe and then the world. This amazing substance is rich in nutrients, including Antioxidants, Magnesium, Calcium, Iron, Zinc, Copper, Potassium,...
Why Eat Raw Food?
Back in the days of early education for all of us, we learned in Chemistry class of the effect of heat on chemical reactions. Chemical bonds changed when heat was used. It is considered a catalyst in early Chemistry classes. Further study reveals the extensive...
Soaking and Sprouting Chart
Seed, Nut or Grain, Soak Time, Sprout Time Adzuki 12 hours 3-5 days Alfalfa 8 hours 2-5 days Almonds 8-12 hours 12 hours Barley 6-8 hours 2 days Brazil Nuts N/A Buckwheat 6 hours 2 days Cabbage 4-6 hours 4-5 days Cashews 2-2 ½ hours N/A Chickpeas 12 hours 12 hours...
Good Fats, Bad Fats: Counting Calories
A dietary calorie, also known as a kilocalorie in scientific terms, is the amount of energy necessary to raise a kilogram (2.2 lbs) of water a degree Celsius (1.8 degrees Fahrenheit). This measure is arbitrary in that it describes combustion of food and not...
Syndrome X and the SAD
Syndrome X, or Metabolic Syndrome, appears to be more commonplace in Western Society. This condition is characterized by fat accumulation primarily in the belly area, known as central fat. One or more of the following problems are present: Elevated Blood Pressure,...