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After helping hundreds of Westchester County herniated disc sufferers eliminated their pain, Local Doctor explains how…
“Back Pain Technology Cheats Mother Nature Helps Herniated Discs Heal Naturally… In As Little As 25 Minutes!” At Last! Westchester County Doctor Offers Technology That Doesn’t Just End SEVERE Pain From Herniated Discs, But Helps Your Body To Start Rebuilding Them… As Fast As Humanly Possible! Best Part: You can check it all out for FREE if you like! There is no doubt… technology has made all of our lives better… and easier. Just about every miraculous medical cure and comfort of modern living can be attributed to amazing breakthroughs in technology. Heck, laser eye surgery can give people who are almost as blind as a bat perfect 20/20 vision. How amazing is that? That’s why it’s no surprise that technology might be able to solve your back and neck pain from herniated/bulging discs or sciatica…for good. Here is why: Back and neck pain can be devastating. And nothing is worse than going to doctor after doctor… trying treatment after treatment… spending money you can’t afford… and still suffering in pain. That’s why… I bet you would love to instantly end your pain… without any risk what-soever… and have it never come back for the rest of your life? Well, that might NOT be so easy. But, what if there was a wonderful advancement in technology that, with a handful of simple, non-invasive treatments, could possibly have you out of pain and on your way to healing naturally? Better yet, what if this technology could possibly heal your herniated/bulging discs (instead of cutting it out like surgery) so you have the best chance to live pain-free and do all the things you want and love to do? And what if this technology was: 3 FDA cleared! 3 Proven safe and effective! 3 Allows your herniated discs to heal naturally without the risky and dangerous side effects of surgery! 3 Relieves pain fast… in some cases in as little as 25 minutes! Well, guess what? There is such technology and there is a very good chance it can help you… like it has already helps thousands of herniated/bulging disc and sciatica sufferers all around the country… No Matter How Bad Your Pain Is, How Long You’ve Been Suffering Or How Many Other Treatments And Doctors Have Failed You! Don’t laugh. It’s really true. Here’s proof…
When you have a herniated disc, compressive forces cause your spinal bones to come together… basically squashing your disc. The space in between your bones decreases and the soft, jello-like disc material leaks out. This disc material that leaks out is called a herniated disc and can cause severe pain, numbness and tingling in your neck, back, arms or legs when the herniation pushes into and “pinches” a nerve. So it makes sense, if you could slightly pull the spinal bones apart… that would open up the space, take the pressure off the disc, the disc off the nerve and solve the problem. Right? But the only problem is… how do you do that? For years and years, doctors have been trying to do it with traction. But traction has been proven ineffective and often very painful. Why? Traction doesn’t work because when you have a herniated or bulging disc, the area is injured and when you try to move, your muscles go into spasm. Spasm is your body’s way of trying to protect you from causing further injury. That’s why traction hurts so much. As soon as the traction starts… your muscles overprotect the area and spasm. But the good news is: Now there is technology that out-smarts your body’s natural spasm reaction. In other words: It fools mother nature! This technology is called non-surgical spinal decompression (NSSD) and here’s how it works… NSSD is very different from plain traction because it has advanced computer technology that actually senses your spinal muscles. When it starts to gently pull, it immediately knows when your muscles start to contract and it stops pulling. As soon as your muscles relax, it starts pulling again. The amazing thing is: the computer senses your muscles contraction so early… you don’t even feel what is going on. Which means you never feel any pain! In fact, the only thing most patients feel is… RELIEF!!! But the best part is: NSSD is able to gently separate your spinal bones which, in many cases, actually sucks the herniated disc material back into the disc where it belongs! This takes away your pain and allows your herniated and bulging discs to heal naturally!
And check this out: Treatments are pleasant and simple. All you have to do is lie on your back, listen to your favorite music, read a magazine… or… take a nap! The wonderful technology does everything while you simply RELAX the pain away! To sum up NSSD: • For most patients it is 100% painless… in fact many patients actually fall asleep during treatment! • Works fast! Most patients get relief after a handful of treatments – some after the very first! • Is non-invasive so it does not have the dangerous risks of surgery! • Gets to the root cause of the problem and helps it heal naturally! Isn’t modern technology wonderful? And wouldn’t you like to… Give This Great Technology A Try… For Free? If you would, there’s great news. There is a Doctor located at 222 Westchester Ave. Suite 405 in White Plains who has invested hundreds of thousands of dollars in this wonderful technology and has been treating herniated/bulging disc and sciatica patients with incredible success. His name is Dr. Jonathan Donath DC, MS and he is so excited about the results he’s been getting, he would like to share it with as many pain sufferers as possible. But There Is A Catch… There’s always a catch... isn’t there? Even though this technology has helped a majority of the patients Dr. Donath has treated… it is not a wonder cure and it does not help everyone.
On the right: healthy disc. Center: Herniated disc with soft disc material leaking out. On the left: Herniated disc material compressing or “pinching” nerve.
For that reason, Dr. Donath does a complete examination on every potential patient and only accepts you if he feels you are most likely to get the pain relief and outcome you are looking for. Dr. Donath’s Special Deal For You! Because the economy is so bad and Dr. Donath wants to help you if possible, he is offering the first 17 people who respond to this article a free consultation and NSSD qualification examination. And if you qualify for NSSD treatments, Dr. Donath will also give you one treatment for FREE! And if you do not qualify, Dr. Donath will help you find the best option for you. That’s why, if you suffer with pain from a herniated/bulging disc or sciatica you should call 914-259-8104 right now. When Barbara answers the phone, simply tell her you would like your free non-surgical spinal decompression consultation and examination. If you are one of the first 17, she will schedule you within the next few days. If you are in a lot of pain or already scheduled for surgery, tell Barbara and she will be sure to get you in immediately. Maybe even today.
On right: Herniated disc with spinal bones “squished” together. Center: NSSD slightly pulls the spinal bones apart, opens up the disc space and allows herniated material to move back into the disc. Left: Herniated material completely back in center of disc allows the disc to heal naturally. Your consultation and examination should take about 60 minutes. During this time you can get all of your questiones answered in a warm and friendly environment. You will know exactly what’s causing your pain and the best possible way to solve it. Dr. Donath will explain to you all your possible options along with his recomendations so you can make the best choice for YOU.
Why Limited To 17? Dr. Donath has limited the number he will accept right now to 17 because he does not believe patients should wait and they should also get the quality personal attention they deserve. When you go for your free visit, I’m sure you will see how unique and pleasant the experience is. It’s nice to be treated like a person and not a number or based on insurance coverage. It’s also nice to know exactly what’s causing your pain and how to relieve it as fast as possible. Dr. Donath’s favorite cases are the one’s that were able to cancel back surgery after only a handful of treatments. Dr. Donath also loves when a herniated disc patient that is in excruciating pain and thinks they’ve tried everything, lays down on the NSSD table, takes a 25 minute nap… and… wakes up with all their pain GONE! Just imagine how it would feel to have all your pain finally gone. Imagine going to bed and being able to sleep the entire night through… … and waking up refreshed and energized… ready to take on the brand new day – without the pain and stiffness that has been terrorizing you. And imagine finally knowing you have the solution to your herniated disc pain. Well, you may not have to just “imagine” anymore… because… NSSD might start relieving your pain… in just 25 minutes! So, if you’d like to see if you qualify and give this amazing technology a try for free… give Barbara a call at 914-259-8104 right now. Why wait one more day in pain when the solution may be one quick phone call away? Call now before someone else gets your free spot. One More Thing It’s Important… Ever since getting this wonderful technology, Dr. Donath’s office has been flooded with calls. For that reason, if when you call, the lines are busy or you go to voice mail… just keep calling back. The possibility of living pain-free is well worth the time and effort it may take you to get through and schedule your appointment. 914-259-8104
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Stamford Hospital is a 305 bed not-for-profit community teaching hospital serving Stamford and the surrounding communities for more than 115 years. We provide access to inpatient and ambulatory services, the latest technology and compassionate, patient-centered treatments that include cancer care, heart services, orthopedics, rehabilitation and women’s health. The Hospital is an affiliate of the NewYork-Presbyterian Healthcare System, a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and a Planetree Designated, patient-centered hospital. In support of our mission, the Hospital has a long tradition of community education and outreach. Specialties & Research • Level II trauma center with a nationally recognized adult intensive care unit. • The Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center combines state-of-the-art technology and advanced clinical knowledge with individualized, holisticcentered care. • The only hospital in lower Fairfield County with a Heart & Vascular Institute offering open heart surgery and advanced interventional cardiac treatments for complex arrhythmias. • Designated Primary Stroke Center by the Connecticut Department of Public Health and Joint Commission. • Advanced mother-baby services include Level IIB Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and 24/7 maternal-fetal medicine specialists. • Specialized Centers for Robotic Surgery, Surgical Weight Loss, Integrative Medicine and Wellness, Sleep Medicine, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Endoscopy, Stroke care, Breast Center and Wound Care.
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Noteworthy Accomplishments Genetic Counseling • Received 2014 Women’s Choice Award: America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience for women and their families. Maternal-Child Health Units received a Gold Level CQIA Innovation Prize from The Connecticut Quality Improvement Award Partnership. • Breast Center was the first in the nation to be recognized by the American College of Surgeons as a National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers. • Bennett Cancer Center accredited as an Academic Comprehensive Cancer Program and received the Outstanding Achievement Award from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. • Joint Commission certification for Total Hip and Total Knee as well as the Lumbar Spinal Fusion Surgery program (first hospital in Connecticut with this certification.)
Stamford Hospital Address: 30 Shelburne Road, Stamford CT 06904-9317 Phone: 203-276-1000 Website: www.stamfordhospital.org
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Raising the standard for breast care. 3-D MAMMOGRAPHY WITH BETTER DETECTION AND SAME-DAY RESULTS. As leaders in advanced breast imaging technology, the Women’s Breast Center at Stamford Hospital was proud to be the first comprehensive breast center in the region to offer 3-D tomosynthesis with same-day results* to all screening mammography patients. When combined with 2-D mammography, it results in increased detection rates (from 4-7 per 1000), fewer callbacks, and more accurate diagnosis of early-stage breast cancer. With a team of nationally recognized, fellowship-trained surgeons and a comprehensive breast cancer risk assessment for every patient, we’re raising the standard for breast care.
To schedule your appointment, call 203.276.PINK Flexible day, evening and weekend appointments. Walk-ins welcome. Two convenient locations at Tully Health Center and Darien Imaging Center.
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You want to lose weight in 2015, or maybe stop smoking. Perhaps, you want to save more money. You see where this is going, right? It’s almost time to make a New Year’s resolution. Sigh. No worries, you can do it: Statistics be damned. Research suggests that only about 10 percent of us achieve our New Year’s goals. But stay with us. Healthcare News spoke to some experts about setting and, more importantly, keeping your New Year’s resolution. Why do so many people fail at goal-setting, and what are the secrets behind those who succeed in keeping their New Year’s resolution? Here’s a tip: Keep it simple. Many people use the New Year as an opportunity to make large bucket lists. According to experts we spoke to, that’s a great, but the average person has so many competing priorities that this type of approach is too much. Shooting for the moon can be too daunting and lead to a failure to launch. So set small, attainable goals. For instance, a resolution to lose weight might not be easy to follow. Saying no to junk food for a month is…really. Share your goals with friends and family. It’s a great way to be accountable in the social media era. In this month’s edition of Healthcare News: Fairfield County, we have more on keeping your New Year’s resolution. So have at it: Set your New Year’s resolution. You can do it. Just remember one thing, no pressure. Have a happy, healthy 2015! So get in touch with us or reconnect at info@healthcarenewspaper.com. We always welcome telling these stories and please let us know if Visit Fairfield County Healthcare News you have one for us. Thank you for reading. Look forward to hearing on Facebook to get even more updates from you. Jim Stankiewicz can be reached at 845-534-7500 ext. 219 on local health and wellness and via email at jim@healthcarenewspaper.com
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YOU CAN DO THAT?!? How Creative Advances in Medical Aesthetics Have Changed the World As We Know It…
“Seriously?”, she asked. “You can really do that?” “Absolutely”, I replied with a chuckle. She wasn’t the first patient who asked me that question recently and she definitely won’t be the last.! “Can we do it right now?”, she blurted. “Absolutely”, I replied.! What she was referring to was immediately starting treatment to transform her body with a revolutionary new noninvasive procedure called CoolSculpting. So hot right now, CoolSculpting is putting media a buzz by turning on it’s head the concept that you have to undergo the knife in order to transform your body. ! As crazy as it sounds, CoolSculpting is freezing fat, and thereby sculpting your body. You can do it anywhere you have unwanted bulges and you can do it during a lunch break while watching TV, answering emails, or even napping! All it takes is careful consultation and planning, including a 360 degree view of the problem and about an hour per treatment area. Love handles? Gone! Pooch? Gone!! It’s like the genie came down and granted people everywhere their one wish: fear no mirror, without surgery!! How on earth did they figure this out? Doctors back in the 1970s identified a phenomena in children who ate a lot of frozen treats. The particularly exuberant snackers would develop inflammation of the cheeks and mild swelling followed by large dimples. ! Aptly named “Popsicle Panniculitis”, the brave children who inadvertently gave themselves this condition were the pioneers of Fat Freezing Science. That is not to say you should throw yourself on a snow bank to get thin..that is a good way to get hypothermia and damage your skin. What CoolSculpting has done is turned this fortuitous finding into a science for a controlled and artful way to sculpt your body..And who doesn’t need that?! Who hasn’t been to the gym and worked out as much as they could humanly tolerate only to have a love handle remain? What’s more, this is truly a procedure that just about anyone can tolerate. The fat cells die by a natural process called apoptosis and they are then removed by the body’s macrophages, our natural sweepers, causing minimal stress to the system. ! And that woman I mentioned? At her 1 week check, she had already lost 5 inches off her waist and hips, and she is just getting started. Optimal results are in 8-12 weeks! So, I ask you, as I ask all my patients!
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You want to lose 50 pounds, you want to quit smoking cold turkey, you want to pay off all of your massive debt. Sound familiar? These are common New Year’s resolutions and good for you for setting goals in an effort to better your life. Our advice is: Go for it! Just slow down. It can be daunting when your list of New Year’s Resolutions is as long as your holiday shopping list. It is important to remember that the New Year isn’t meant to serve as a catalyst for sweeping character changes. It is a time for people to reflect on their past year’s behavior and promise to make positive lifestyle changes. Setting small, attainable goals throughout the year, instead of a singular, overwhelming goal on January 1 can help you reach whatever it is you strive for. By making your resolutions realistic, there is a greater chance that you will keep them throughout the year, incorporating healthy behavior into your everyday life. Here are some tips on making and KEEPING your New Year’s resolution.
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Change one behavior at a time Make resolutions that you think you can keep. If, for example, your aim is to exercise more frequently, schedule three or four days a week at the gym instead of seven. If you would like to eat healthier, try replacing dessert with something else you enjoy, like fruit or yogurt, instead of seeing your diet as a form of punishment.
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Talk about it Share your experiences with family and friends. Consider joining a support group to reach your goals, such as a workout class at your gym or a group of coworkers quitting smoking. Having someone to share your struggles and successes with makes your journey to a healthier lifestyle that much easier and less intimidating. Don’t beat yourself up Perfection is unattainable. Remember that minor missteps when reaching your goals are completely normal and OK. Don’t give up completely because you ate a brownie and broke your diet, or skipped the gym for a week because you were busy. Everyone has ups and downs; resolve to recover from your mistakes and get back on track. Ask for support Accepting help from those who care about you and will listen strengthens your resilience and ability to manage stress caused by your resolution. If you feel overwhelmed or unable to meet your goals on your own, consider seeking professional help. Psychologists are uniquely trained to understand the connection between the mind and body.
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There’s No Need To Suffer From Leg Pain! LEG PAIN CAN BE A SYMPTOM Of A SERIOUS BUT TREATABLE MEDICAL CONDITION. Varicose Veins
Use these apps to kick your workout up a notch Exercise is supposed to be fun, right? But let’s be straight: Workouts can be a pain in the backside. Looking to add some excitement to your workouts? Try a fitness app to take them to another level. Here are five great workout apps: DietBet Imagine making money while working out: This app allows you to compete with a social network for a claim to a real pot of money. Users submit cash as a type of fitness wager, and the winnings go to the person or people who either reach a specified fitness goal, or has the most concerning gambling addiction. (iTunes and Google play, free) Zombies, Run! This app users in a storyline that includes zombie missions and a community of other runners intent on escaping the undead. The only way to outwit the zombies is to run faster and farther as you train. (iTunes and Google play, $1.99)
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1. Lose weight—Nutrino: Enter your current and target weights and food preferences and this app builds a personalized menu to bring you closer to your goal. (Free iOS; Android coming soon)
6. Manage stress better—Take a Break!: Relax with 7- or 13-minute guided meditation audio tracks that let you choose between a voice, music, and nature sounds. (Free; iOS, Android)
2. Improve your finances—Budget Boss: Create a budget effortlessly—then watch your predicted savings grow with easy-to-read graphs. ($0.99, iOS)
8. Improve a relationship—Back in Touch: Import your phone contacts and create settings on how frequently (montly, weekly, etc.) you’d like to touch base with each of them. Then, the app reminds you to give ‘em a call at the interval you chose. ($1.99; iOS)
3. Exercise—Human: Commit to moving at least 30 minutes every day with this simple app, which uses location tracking to measure your activity. (Free; iOS) 4. Get a new job—Job Search: Find open positions near you and submit applications from phone. (Free; iOS, Android)
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5. Eat healthier—Fooducate: Scan grocery barcodes and get a nutrition grade from A to D with this award-winning app. (Free; iOS, Android). 7. Stop smoking—Quit Smoking: This app will design a unique, gradual schedule to wean you off cigarettes. (Free; Android)
9. Stop procrastinating—Finish: Get stuff done with this app that lets you enter tasks and due dates (with flexible short term, mid-term, and long term timelines), then reminds you until the job is done. ($0.99; iOS) 10. Set aside time for yourself— BRB: Need to unplug? Download this app that lets you craft a message that notifies your contacts you’re taking a break from your phone, which is shareable via Facebook, Twitter, or text. (Free; iOS)
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You love your job. Well, most of the time: It can be a stressful existence. Your job can actually cause health problems in some cases. The most recent national surveys recognized stress, mental health, and high-blood pressure and obesity as the biggest concerns. With downsizing, people are often taking on a bigger workload while trying to manage both their health and wellness and that of their family. It’s a time crunch of trying to balance it all and fit it all in. Yes, it’s tough out there. But here are five great tips for ensuring that you’re healthier at work:
Choosing the right physician is important. Just as important is knowing that the physician you choose has the resources to meet all of your medical needs. The physicians of Northeast Medical Group are patient-focused family practitioners and specialists. As part of Yale New Haven Health, 1. Stretch breaks to relieve tension.
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How to help your family beat the winter blues If the change in seasons has left you feeling down in the dumps, our
top winter health tips could help you start to feel brighter.
Surround yourself with love. As much as possible, spend your time with people who care for and love you, and stay away from those who bring you down. This is easier said than done, of course, but even cutting down on the time you spend around toxic personalities can help lift your mood. Eat good food. In between working, stressing, and worrying about your eating habits, it can be easy to justify skipping a few meals, especially breakfast. Give your body the nutrients and energy it needs! Not to mention, a full breakfast in the morning—even one as basic as a bowl of cereal and a piece of fruit—can really make a difference in getting through long mornings at work. Get in touch with your spirit. Whether that's through prayer, meditation, yoga, find a method of relaxing your mind for a few minutes everyday. Many people have found solace in journaling. Write down one good thing that happened to you everyday, and watch the good memories pile up! Get outdoors. There's evidence to suggest that the lack of light in winter throws off some people's internal clocks. More light is good. Pick up a hobby or new skill. Crafts are great because they keep your hands busy and give you a sense of accomplishment when you finish them. YouTube hosts a wealth of basic how-to videos for activities of all kinds. Exercise. Shed built-up negative energy through a healthy dose of exercise. We know, we know, it's easy to procrastinate when it comes to exercise. But it's also one of the best things you can do for your mental health.
You want a perfect smile, but you don’t have one.
Not a problem. Cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry can enhance your teeth. From teeth whitening to reshaping teeth, more and more people are opting for these popular procedures. Whitening As we get older, our teeth naturally lose their white color. Habits like drinking coffee and smoking cigarettes can make things worse by staining teeth. This can be reversed by whitening. It normally involves the application of a peroxide based gel or liquid to the surface of the teeth. The time involved depends on the strength and composition of the solution. Less intense whitening agents are available over the counter, the stronger more intense are only available through a dentist. Bonding This is a quick and usually simple method of filling in minor chips and breaks in front teeth. A plastic like material known as composite resin can be chemically adhered or “bonded” to your teeth. Numerous shades are available so as to blend in with your natural tooth color. This resin is strong and durable but will discolor and need replacement in time. Porcelain Veneers These effectively hides the tooth defects of your front teeth with a thin shell of porcelain adhered to the surface. They can be used to cover up stains and chips, along with hiding spaces and gaps that may be present between your teeth. They can also be used to add length and more prominence to your natural teeth. Veneers offer the most dramatic and longest lasting effect of any cosmetic dental procedure.
Dental Implants Implants are frequently the best treatment option for replacing missing teeth. Rather than resting on the gum line like removable dentures, or using adjacent teeth as anchors like fixed bridges, dental implants are long-term replacements that an oral surgeon places in the jawbone.
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Avoid these five deadly diet sins You felt the burn big-time during your morning workout and burnt hundreds of calories. Way to go! However, after long and busy day at work with nothing to eat, you curl up to dinner at 10 p.m. That’s what we call a deadly diet sin! Sometimes, figuring out what you aren’t supposed to eat is harder to keep track of than getting a daily workout. But we can help you fix them: Just as long as you avoid these dieting sins! 1. eating too light a breakfast Eating breakfast is a good thing, but the wrong balance of nutrients can leave you prone to overeating later in the day. Solution: Add an egg, baked beans or cheese to your toast in the morning or add some protein powder to your milk to increase the protein content of your breakfast.
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2. Not enough vegetables at lunchtime Plain sandwiches, sushi and soups tend to be light in protein and vegetables, leaving you looking for something extra after you have finished your lunch. Solution: Carry a carrot or celery with you to snack on with lunch, or one cup of salad or vegetables. 3. Too much coffee Milk-based coffees sipped over a number of hours are interpreted by the body as constant eating, which can disrupt the body's natural hunger and fullness signals and lead to weight gain. Solution: Aim for just one or two milk-based coffees a day, and try and drink them with meals. Stick to plain black coffee or green tea in between. 4. eating dinner too late Busy lifestyles and long commutes are just two of the reasons we are getting home and eating our meals later. Solution: Eat your larger meal at lunchtime and stick to soups and salads if you find yourself eating after 8pm. 5. eating too quickly Gone are the days when a leisurely meal was enjoyed over an hour each evening. Eating fast appears to lead to over-consumption as it takes time for the body to register it is full. Solution: Aim to spend at least 20 minutes sitting down to enjoy your meal. Practice putting your knife and fork down in between each mouthful and chewing each mouthful 20 times.
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If you are battling a case of the sniffles, it might be because your diet is leaving you vulnerable for nasty colds. There might not be strong evidence that links one particular food to cough and cold prevention, but a number of foods are crucial for optimal immune system functioning. Think vitamin C, right? Wrong. Intake of vitamin C is important for immune functioning, but so is zinc. Few people have a low intake of vitamin C, but many more have a low intake of zinc, particularly women and children. Zinc is found predominantly in lean red meat and seafood, and in smaller amounts in wholegrain bread, nuts and fortified breakfast cereals. Zinc is involved in the development and functioning of the body's infection-fighting white blood cells. Adults need eight to 12 milligrams of zinc a day, half of which is found in a palm-sized piece of lean red meat, and almost all in a single oyster. Once your zinc is taken care of, then you can concentrate on your fresh fruit and vegetables, which are rich sources of a number of powerful antioxidants, including vitamin C, that help to protect the body's cells against damage and infection. Keep in mind that the brighter the vegetables and fruits are, the better they are likely to be for you. Beetroot, sweet potato, broccoli, oranges, red capsicum and pumpkin are all chock-full of nutrition and can either be juiced, thrown into stir-fries, or baked and served with warming casseroles and soups. And don't forget to keep your fluid intake up. Dehydration can not only make cough and flu symptoms much worse, but it is not good for your digestion in general. If you find that you are drinking much less water in winter, switch to green tea, which is packed with antioxidants and has also been shown to increase metabolic rate if three or more cups are consumed every day. Warm water served with a slice of lemon is also a great fluid choice.
Keep those choopers looking good:
Your guide to healthy teeth Use inter-dental brush. There are spaces inside the mouth where an ordinary toothbrush will not be able to reach. Especially the little crevices between the teeth. Utilizing inter-dental brush guarantees such crevices will be getting cleaned normally to avert plaque and cavities. Select toothpaste that has fluoride content. Fluoride is a handy substance for the creation of teeth and it likewise counteracts the harming impact caused by the bacterial acids inside the mouth. It likewise fortifies the tooth polish and decreases the chance of occurrence of tooth fall because of tarter and cavities. Use antibacterial mouthwash. This is a standout amongst the most essential oral health items that serve to diminish bacterial development. It gives you fresher breath. Quit smoking! It triggers the development of microscopic organisms as a result of ascent in temperature and increases the possibilities of tooth whitening, awful breath, teeth staining and can causes oral disease. Avoid consuming Refined Sugars. Attempt to remove refined sugars from your eating regimen however much as could reasonably be expected. Appreciatively, nowadays there are several healthy sweets and snacks that are available with alternatives for sugar that are all in all as scrumptious as different sweets. Furnish Dentists With Medical Records. In the event that you take one or more medicines or have had any surgeries since your last dental visit, make sure to inform your dental specialist regarding the same. This will give your dental practitioner the data they have to guarantee you are given the right medicine and drugs provided that they are fundamental.
A Solution to a Growing Problem For Seniors When seniors and business owners own a life or Key-Man Insurance, they’re essentially sitting on untapped funds. Through a life settlement, Advanced Loan or 1035 Exchange transaction they have the ability to harness the power of their life insurance. These options are not known to many, in tapping into funds to pay for:
Advanced Benefit Loan versus Mortgage Loan: As people look to finally settle down and enjoy the fruits of their labor, it is estimated that 75 million people will look to retire over the next twenty plus years. This calculates to an average of 10,000 people a day as they reach the age of 65. These numbers have many businesses reaching out to this particular demographic in the fields on medicine, travel, finance, and home development.
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Home developers have started to market their new home developments in an effort to reach out to this growing community. These new developments look to cater to residents, who are 62+ years, in small towns in the tri state are. These new developments have all the amenities of a self-contained community, such as restaurants, marinas, yacht clubs, shopping and access to mass transit to travel in and out of New York City. With the construction of all these new communities and all of its luxuries, these developments come with a high price tag. For some retirees, the price is too exuberant and taking out a mortgage is not desirable. Most retirees just want to enjoy their new home and not work on paying a 30 year mortgage. This is where an Advanced Benefit Loan can help. Taking an advanced benefit loan against their life insurance, they will not have to take a mortgage to pay for their new home. The loan is collateralized against their life insurance. When the life insurance contract matures, the loan is paid by the life insurance proceeds; anything left will be inherited by their heirs. Why do this?? 1. No payment of income tax, this is a loan against your life insurance. 2. No home mortgage loan, you will own your home out right. 3. No credit checks or credit approval by banks. This loan program is designed to assist seniors in accessing cash from their existing life insurance policy with no income requirements, no future premium obligations, and no out-of-pocket expenses. In order to qualify, a senior must have in-force a life insurance policy. A senior will never be rejected due to lack of income, poor credit history, or previous bankruptcy. If you would like to apply or have questions, call us today, we can speak with you to access your financial need, review your life insurance policy and determine your eligibility. If you are eligible, you will be asked to complete a loan application and provide requested documentation. Once we complete our review of your policy, we will notify you of approval and the amount of the loan.
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What do doctors do to treat their own pain? As a board-certified internist who has been in practice for over 13 years, I spend much of my time attempting to alleviate the pain and suffering of my patients. As a clinician, one of the biggest challenges I face is helping my patients deal with musculoskeletal and neuropathic pain syndromes—those all-too-common, yet frequently debilitating ailments caused by bad backs, pinched nerves, arthritis, and the like. Unfortunately, much of what I have to offer my patients boils down to the following: take a pain pill, stretch if you can, wait, and hope for the best. After a failed trial of “conservative” therapy a call might go out to the orthopedic surgeon for assistance; a truly satisfactory result is not common. The simple fact is that physicians are not well trained to deal with musculoskeletal pain, and patients can suffer as a result. Thankfully, my views on this topic have been turned completely upside down since I havepersonally discovered Dr. Jonathan Donath’s outstanding practice. After beginning a vigorous exercise regimen I started to experience awful neck and upper back pain, accompanied by numbness and tingling down my left arm and fingers. For weeks I tried to nurse the pain with non steroidal anti-inflammatory medication, but the pain persisted and got to the point that I was almost unable to work, sleep, or most importantly, play guitar. I wasliterally in tears from the excruciating pain. A neurosurgeon diagnosed a herniated disc and pinched nerve in my neck and offered to decompress it with an operation. In desperation I called Dr. Donath instead. My visit to Dr. Donath’s office was an outstanding experience. He spent about an hour with me and combined multiple modalities to fix the herniated disc in my neck: deep massage, active release techniques, traditional manipulation, cold therapy, and finally spinal decompression. After that first hour with Dr. Donath my pain had decreased from a 10/10 down to a manageable 4/10, and I was able to comfortably move my head and neck. That very night I was able to play guitar again. Two days later I went back for another series of treatments and the pain decreased even further. After about five days the pain was absolutely gone. Unbelievable! Since then he has used the same wonderful techniques to help me overcome painful bouts of sciatica as well. My own patients and family members have become “believers” in Dr. Donath’s abilities as well--- the results he achieves are real and lasting. He is my go to guy for the majority of musculoskeletal and neuropathic pain syndromes that I now realize are truly treatable. Dr. Robert Sidlow MD, Associate Professor of Medicine at Albert Einstein College of Medicine
I am a pediatrician and in my work, I have to bend down a lot and I’m constantly lifting kids. I usually have one to three bad flare ups of low back pain every year. When my back would "go out", I could barely walk to the bathroom and would have to lie down in bed for a few days. I have tried everything: doing nothing and "toughing it out", muscle relaxants, physical therapy, chiropractic, therapeutic massage, and even painful steroid injections. Nothing worked. When I moved to Westchester, I met Dr. Jonathan Donath. In just a couple of sessions with Dr. Donath, the pain completely disappeared. If it hadn't happened to me, I wouldn't have believed it. During my last flare up, I was expecting to be on my back for 2-3 days and in pain for 2 weeks. Instead, after one session with Dr. Donath, I was able to walk; two more sessions and I was fine. I could walk, bend down and I had almost no pain. Since that last back episode, Dr. Donath has helped me with my tendonitis in my right hand and with my chronic knee problems. I recommend Dr. Donath to everyone with back, muscle or joint pain. Even if you have not had relief with other treatments and other Chiropractors, give Dr. Donath a chance. I did and he changed my life. Eugene Dinkevich MD, Mount Vernon, NY It’s my great pleasure to write about Westchester Spinal Decompression Center. I really don’t have words to express my feelings about the care I got in last 3 months. I was almost handicapped, living with terrible pain all the time, crippling my day to day life. I am a medical doctor and work in a hospital with all sorts of amazing physicians, but after seeing a physical therapist, getting epidural steroids injections, many orthopedists and neurosurgeons, finally my destination lead me to see Dr Jonathan Donath. With great skepticism, I lied down for spinal decompression therapy. It was unbelievable that after only two initial sessions, my radiating pain down my leg had almost disappeared. Gradually, I started getting better, started doing exercises that they gave me midway through the treatment. Now, I am doing all my daily activities without any pain. I highly recommend Dr Jonathan and his colleague Dr Kavita for any problems related to the musculoskeletal system, you will definitely feel at home and will get better. Dr. Pankaj Jain, M.D New York, NY Dr. Jonathan Donath DC, MS, Clinic Director Joint Effort Chiropractic / Westchester Spinal Decompression Center www.jointeffortchiro.com www.westchesterpainrelief.com
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