Legacy Clinic of Chiropractic
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Functional Nutrition
Patients are undoubtedly growing frustrated with America’s healthcare system. Nobody wants to be given pills that only mask a problem, nor do they want to wait days for laboratory markers to determine whether or not they have a disease. Because the country operates with a disease management system, the root causes of disease are never determined, much less treated. Most people want to be healthy and would like to avoid illness altogether. Fortunately, a local chiropractic clinic offers a unique model of care to help these people do exactly that. Rather than treating a patient’s symptoms and sending them on their way, the doctors at Legacy Clinic of Chiropractic in The Villages utilize an innovative approach known as functional nutrition. By
using food as medicine, they treat the whole patient by recognizing the root cause of disease rather than just symptoms. The goal of functional nutrition is to detox the body from all environmental and chemical toxins so hormones and enzymes can optimally function. They look at patients as a whole rather than as an isolated set of symptoms. Most physicians are not trained to apply nutrition and diet to treat and prevent illnesses. However, the team at Legacy Clinic of Chiropractic realizes that functional nutrition encourages ongoing wellness in their patients. Who wouldn’t want to prevent disease now instead of shelling out lots of money down the road to treat it? Through functional nutrition, a patient’s health is addressed at the cellular level, helping them achieve active lifestyles and avoiding illness. It incorporates lifestyle medications, nutritional supplements, and exercise to improve the functioning of organs to create vibrant, sustainable health. Functional nutrition can be beneficial for everybody, including those with auto immune disease, food allergies, hormonal problems, parasites and especially autism. The doctors at Legacy Clinic of Chiropractic thoroughly examine a patient’s history and even review their blood work This is vitally important because they are determining what factors may lead to disease, including genetic factors, environmental factors, and lifestyle factors. For patients with disease or illness, functional nutrition is beneficial because it helps them avoid expensive drugs and invasive surger-
“I have learned a lot about eating clean and have become better educated about nutrition and making better choices for myself and my family…They teach you the truth on what your body needs to thrive.” —ALLISON RICHMOND
“Dr. Theeck had a couple classes that we went to that told all about nutrition—how to eat better, how to cook the food better—and I definitely benefited from all the things he said, and now I digest food better.” —DEBBIE ACEVEDO
“I was extremely impressed with Dr. Theeck’s approach to helping keep his patients healthy, not only in a physical sense, but in a nutritional aspect. He does optional nutrition lectures, and I went to one and found it so interesting I went back a second time!” —JUDITH MASON
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QUINOA CRUSTED CHICKEN • 4 (4-6 oz.) boneless, skinless chicken breasts • Salt and pepper to taste • ¼ cup almond flour • 1 egg, lightly beaten • 1½ cups cooked quinoa • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend • 1 cup mozzarella, shredded • ¼ cup grated Parmigiano-Regginao (parmesan cheese) • 2 cups marinara sauce • 2 tablespoons basil, torn
ies. For patients who are already healthy, functional nutrition helps them prevent disease and illness. Diet and nutrition are big components of functional nutrition. Eating isn’t about fulfilling our appetites in the moment; it’s about sustaining a healthy life. Why? The answer is simple. Nutrition benefits our health on a cellular level. The human body alone has trillions of cells. Cells form body tissue and make up the organs in our body such as the heart, liver and lungs. Without proper nutrition, cells cannot operate efficiently and the functions of tissues and organs become compromised. Diets that consist primarily of fast food, prepackaged food, and genetically modified organisms (GMO) result in deficient and damaged cells, leading to disease. Conversely, when you feed your cells real food,
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Mix quinoa and Italian seasoning. Season chicken with salt and pepper, dredge in flour, dip in egg, and coat in the mixture of the quinoa and Italian seasoning. Place the chicken on a rack in a baking pan and bake until chicken is done and lightly golden brown, about 25-30 minutes. Transfer chicken to a baking dish, top with the cheese and broil until it has melted, about 2-4 minutes. Plate chicken and top with hot marinara sauce and fresh torn basil and enjoy! Best served with spiral zucchini
they get the appropriate nutrients they need to prevent disease. Nutrition at the cellular level is extremely important because it can help reduce fatigue, increase stamina, and improve a person’s overall health. The nutrients that you provide your body on a daily basis determine how well your cells function and the quality of the new cells that your body creates. The doctors host functional and disease prevention seminars each Monday inside Legacy Clinic at 6 p.m. They teach guests how to how to prevent disease and improve their quality of life. These seminars have been life-saving for people who battle gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), diabetes, neuropathy and other related diseases. They develop an awareness of their own health and are equipped with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to make much-needed changes.
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The physicians at Legacy Clinic Chiropractic are available to answer questions or review lab records and test results at any time. These doctors strive to teach people how to prevent diseases and live a healthy lifestyle. They do this with state-of-the-art equipment, food plans designed to fit the unique needs of each patient, and noninvasive treatment to bring the body to its highest function on every level. In addition, they offer seminars every week to educate and elevate the level of self-care. They are also willing to speak to clubs or civic groups to provide this same information to help people see how fulfilling it is to enjoy a healthy lifestyle. “When your body is functioning optimally and you’re eating real food, your cells get the appropriate nutrients, and you are therefore preventing disease in the future.” Dr. John says.
DR. LOUISE PALAGANO While growing up in Lake Mary, Dr. Louise Palagano learned she had scoliosis. After receiving amazing results with chiropractic care as a teenager, she chose being a chiropractor as her career path. Her dream was to help people without using drugs or surgery. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Florida and her doctorate at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange, where she studied a variety of chiropractic techniques. Her main interests lay in methods that restore the spine’s natural curves to full function. Her focus is on corrective care that brings patient function to 100 percent. As a member of the Florida Chiropractic Association, she presents seminars on spinal decompression, correcting scoliosis, and Dowager humps. A dedicated physician, Dr. Palagano believes patients experience better health through chiropractic care.
Corrective chiropractic care
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The doctors at Legacy Clinic of Chiropractic practice a unique type of spinal correction care. Like medical detectives, they work to identify the early predictors of spine and spinal-related problems. This is a full-body approach that offers relief from pain while restoring the spine and body to optimal function. This is done with a combination of specific chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, and neurology. Postural and x-ray analysis are performed and reviewed at the beginning of treatment and at the end to allow patients to see the comparisons side by side and view proof of improvements made during their care. Corrective chiropractic care teaches you that medication and surgery is not the only answer when pain is present—it’s definitely not the first choice. Injuries to the spine are always indicative of an underlying structural and biomechanical dysfunction. At Legacy Clinic, we know freedom from pain begins with consultation and education with the patient. Initially the doctors will study x-rays and MRI results to discover how the structural damage occurred and will educate the patient on what can be done to prevent further injury in the future. Legacy Clinic utilizes state-of-the-art chiropractic and wellness care therapies for treating and correcting spinal and posture problems. This procedure has been extensively researched, and Legacy Clinic is among the few that offer it in Central Florida. Unfortunately, many people suffer due to muscles being so tight and weak they are unable to maintain stability in the spine. This keeps them from preventing injury and ultimately leads to degeneration. They may find chiropractic a small amount of relief with periodic massages and traditional tr problems and pain return due adjustments, but it’s only temporary and the proble to the fact that the underlying condition has not bbeen addressed. At Legacy Clinic, rehabilitative procedures are focused on spinal spinal bones—vertebra— ligaments and discs. Ligaments hold the spin together and ensure optimal movement and mobility are possible. osteoarthritis and other When these ligaments are injured, osteo degenerative processes process may occur which can make your jjoints more susceptible to injury. The ssystem at the clinic incorporates sspecific procedures that strengthe strengthen and repair those ligaments making maki global posture and spinal correction possible. When the spine is properly aligned and curvatures are at th their proper curvature angle, you can move freely. freel The body has full range of motion, allowing w weight on the spine to be evenly distributed. When W this is achieved disc degeneration, arthritis and debilitating spinal conditions can be prevented prevented. Steps are taken to further stimulate the brain and bring strengthened postural postu muscles to their corrected position. To facilitate facilitat this, patients will tools in the utilize neuromuscular re-education re-educa
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I came to Dr. John after having a severe migraine for seven weeks. I felt like a hollow shell of a person. I’ve suffered with migraines all my life and sought help from many doctors, specialists, and chiropractors. Dr. John was the first to understand, decrease, and help me manage my migraines—without medication. I will be forever grateful.
“When I first came in contact with Dr. John, I was in significant back pain. Within a few months, I was 90 percent pain free. Their staff is great, and they make you feel welcome. I can’t recommend the Legacy Clinic enough for chiropractic care. —JAMES STEINBERG
Legacy doctors greatly improved my quality of life. My long-time neck problem affected my sleep and many activities. With their thorough evaluation and clear explanation of treatment options, we partnered on a plan of care and exercise. My progress has far exceeded my expectations. —BETH KAMMER
—SARAH ROSIER
“The main point of chiropractic care is not treating a symptom—it’s correcting a problem and allowing the body to heal in a natural way.” office to strengthen muscles and bones. This is a technique that will actually reestablish proprioception in the body. This will improve circulation, decrease pain and naturally improve a patients mobility. Legacy Clinic takes great pride in the way they educate patients about how the structural damage occurred and what is being done to correct and alleviate the pain and injury. Adjustments are made according to a detailed plan designed for each patient. Following these adjustments, specific rehabilitation is performed in the office and home exercises are recommended to continue strengthening the spinal and postural muscles. Free consultations are provided at any time. The doctors are always happy to do x-ray, CT and MRI reviews. At Legacy Clinic they want to show you definitively what caused the damage. Patients receive an examination that includes a whole biomechanical evaluation. Physical measurements are taken and lines are drawn on radiological findings to determine the specific angles occurring in the body and how much weight is put on each joint.
The main point of chiropractic care is not treating a symptom—it’s correcting a problem and allowing the body to heal in a natural way. Most doctors offer physical therapy, pain management, massage therapy, and ultimately, surgery. Basically, these techniques are designed to cover up the underlying problem. For example, pain medicine can alleviate pain, but it in no way corrects the problem causing the pain. While most doctors put effort into making the pain and discomfort go away, at Legacy Clinic, they research the root cause of the injury or pain and fix that cause. Patients not only feel the change, they can see evidence of it when Legacy doctors go over test results and x-rays at the end of treatment. The techniques used at Legacy Clinic go way beyond what most people experience with traditional chiropractic care. The physicians at Legacy Clinic of Chiropractic are available to answer questions or review lab records and test results at any time. They are happy to answer questions about treatment or any question you may have related to what you are experiencing. The doctors read their emails personally and answer as soon as they’re available.
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DR. JOHN C. THEECK Devoted to health and wellness at the Legacy Clinic, Dr. John C. Theeck has helped thousands of patients with chronic illnesses alleviate pain, and those with cancer, diabetes, and heart disease make positive lifestyle changes for optimum health. “About 90 percent of all diseases are lifestyle-induced,” says Dr. Theeck, who shares his expertise with businesses all over the country. He also travels internationally for educational research and serves on a humanitarian board for world wellness education. Dr. Theeck received his undergraduate degree at Eastern Michigan University in sports medicine, and earned his Doctorate at Palmer College of Chiropractic. He was trained by renowned doctors chosen to provide chiropractic care to U.S. Olympians, and Dr. Theeck provides similar advanced spinal aligning techniques and wellness tips to The Villages football team.
Weight Loss
Losing so many inches has been the highlight of my experience with the Legacy Clinic weight In a world filled with instant gratification, it’s easy to think there’s a magical cure for weight loss. All you need to do is find the magic pill, eat the magic food, or do the magic exercise. The ads say all you have to do is buy their magic product. Information is presented in just a way that it’s easy to believe, especially if you’ve been struggling with your weight. Dr. Chris Kessler is an elite wellness physician who is
very proud of the weight loss program offered at Legacy Clinic because it has no gimmicks or empty promises. He simply works with individual patients in one-on-one sessions to outline a program specifically suited to that person’s needs. “We have a state-of-theart program for weight loss. However, there are no shots, no hormones, no HCG,” Dr. Chris says. “It’s all-natural, and helps detoxify the body from the inside
out. It actually targets fat cells in the body. If we can eliminate abnormal fat cells, the body is less inclined put them back on in the future.” Like every other treatment offered at Legacy Clinic, weight loss begins with lab work. All the doctors at Legacy Clinic are more than happy to interpret your lab work results at any time. They know the keys to finding the real problems inside your body and are more than
I feel much more confident in myself, my self-esteem has improved no end, and I have a lot more energy. I also feel like my got my life back. I have kept the weight off for over seven months now. I dropped three dress sizes, and I found the program to be easy to follow.
I can’t thank the doctors enough for all the help in my stroke recovery. I was depressed and Dr. Kessler encouraged me to join the weight loss program. My blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar are stable. I’m exercising, walking, golfing, and eating better.
—BERNIE LUCAS
—RICHARD RUNCHEY
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loss program. The support, in person or e-mail, of Dr. Chris on a regular basis was the essential factor in staying with the pattern day after day to be successful. —LOU ANN HARROLD
“We have a state-of-the-art program for weight eight loss. … there are no shots, no hormones, no HCG.” — DR. CHRIS KESSLER
happy to discuss their findings in a free consultation. “We take blood work before and after, because you’re going to look and feel great afterward, but we, as doctors, like to see the biochemical changes,” Dr. Chris says. “We’ve had huge drops in blood sugar, cholesterol, and inflammation markers. We’ve had people come in specifically because their doctor said, ‘Either you lose weight or we’re going to put you on medication. There are many reasons to lose weight, but it helps if you do it effectively and with long-term results.” Too much weight can lead to a variety of diseases and structural problems with the body. “Digestion problems are a major issue, and they have been reversed with this plan. Autoimmune diseases have improved on this program,” Dr. Chris says. “Losing weight helps with neuropathy and we’re helping alleviate back, knee, neck, ankle, and hip pain as well.” Diabetes is reaching epidemic proportions in the United States and much closer to home in The
Villages. This insidious disease that eventually attacks major organs if not brought under control. “Again, there are an assortment of drugs prescribed to control blood sugar, “ Dr. Chris says, “but we’ve seen this weight loss program prevent people from getting diabetes and experience a reversal of Type 2 diabetes. They go back to their normal lifestyle and get off medications—statin drugs and metformin.” When the blood work is reviewed—with the doctor showing you everything in your lab work and explaining what it means—the results are dramatic. “We have blood sugar levels dropping drastically, triglycerides dropping drastically, cholesterol levels dropping drastically, inflammation markers in the body dropping drastically in that period of time,” Dr. Chris says. “These are changes in your body we can show you with the final blood work.” This is a weight loss program designed with all-natural foods, no additives, no hormones, no
shots, just an individual dual plan to fulfill your body’s needs. eeds. “Our program intends ends that you lose weight in a short period of time. However, around round 90 percent of that weight ght will stay off for at least 18 months onths after the program ends. Unlike other programs where youu lose and put the weight rightt back on, this i says. “Th plan works,” Dr. Chris “The reason being we target fat cells. We detoxify the body. We get people healthy first and they lose weight second. You do not need to lose weight to get healthy.” On top of an individual program developed especially for you, the doctor is available when needed. You can email any of the doctors at Legacy Clinic at any time. Whether you have a question about supplements or diet or inquiry about care, they will always get back to you. “Our program is so good that we even offer a money back guarantee along with our program,” Dr. Chris says. Contact Dr. Chris Kessler at drchris@legacyclinic.org at any time.
Dr. John will soon release a book called, “Prevention Playbook,” which contains what you need to know about preventing disease. “My goal is to provide awareness and help people know they have better options to find the true cause of their illness,” Dr. John says. “Patients can bring in their lab work, even walk-ins, and we can review it and give them information or tell them what needs to be checked out.”
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DR. CHRISTOPHER KESSLER Dr. Christopher Kessler became passionate about natural healthcare while teaching English in Japan. After more than two years in Asia, he returned to the U.S. eager to help patients regain their health through chiropractic and wellness care. The Rye, New York, native moved to Florida nearly 20 years ago, and earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Miami, and his Doctorate at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange. While at Palmer, he completed over 100 hours in applied kinesiology, and was chosen to work with the president of the Chiropractic Board of Neurology. He also worked alongside Dr. John Lockenour, the college’s leading professor in chiropractic care. As a member of the Florida Chiropractic Association, Dr. Kessler spends his spare time studying and lecturing on nutrition, functional medicine, yoga, and spinal correction.
1950 Laurel Manor Drive, Suite 204, The Villages, FL 32162
352.259.0024 LegacyClinic.org
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