http://tugunchiro.com.au/ Tugun Family Chiropractic Centre Articles http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11678 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11678 Most people associate chiropractors with the treatment of back pain, neck pain and head aches and chiropractic care is very effective at helping people with these problems. But Chiropractic is for so much more than these commonly associated ailments and helps transform humans into healthier, more vibrant, happier and more complete individuals. These benefits will occur for kids as much as for adults and seniors. Let me explain... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11274 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11274 When under chiropractic care, the chiropractor is not trying to heal your body. Your body heals itself! Your nervous system, once unleashed with spinal adjustments, re-organises you into a healthy state again. This process of reorganisation can take months to years and it is thorough and true inside-out healing from the core of your master system. What this means is that you will experience a journey of unparalleled change. This... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7500 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7500 Welcome to our competition section! Every newsletter we have an easy to enter competition - a thank you for reading our newsletters! This month's prize is a special DVD that is now available through our centre that will indeed motivate, inspire and remind you of just how brilliant you are as a person and of what you can become if you think positive thoughts and let happiness envelope your life. To be in the running for this great... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=10893 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=10893 Brain Power As most of you would be aware, I have spent the last two and a half years studying neurology for a qualification known as a Diplomat Degree. This is the American equivalent of a Fellowship in Australian terms. The qualification is termed DABCN or Diplomat of the American Board of Chiropractic Neurologists. I also become eligible to become a Fellow of the Australasian Academy of Functional Neurologists FAAFN. In simple terms,... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9340 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9340 How To Survive Christmas? It's a time of celebration, but Christmas day with the family can be nerve-wracking and sometimes even a bit depressing. We offer some tips on how to cope... A little over 2000 years ago, cherubic little Jesus was born on December 25, and we've had hangovers the next day ever since! Now, some people are unkind enough to suggest the day is a total fiction – simply the Christian version of ancient... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9291 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9291 CHRISTMAS HAMPER RAFFLE Christmas is a a time for giving and a time for sharing. So in the spirit of Christmas Tugun Chiropractic Centre are organising a special Christmas hamper to donate to the Salvation Army. We are inviting all of our wonderful clients to donate groceries or gifts to go into this special hamper! To be involved in this special cause simply drop off your donation at reception; and for every item that you donate we... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8334 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8334 Why Salmon? Wild salmon is not only an incredible food for brain health, it qualifies as incredible across virtually every other health standard as well and is clearly one of the healthiest foods that one can eat. Period. Wild salmon (not farm-raised) in particular is a true brain food: one of the best sources of Essential Fatty Acids (such as the all-important Omega-3), a rich source of high-quality non-land animal protein, low... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9032 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9032 Gratitude & Appreciation As A Secret To Success! The best attuitude you can possibly aspire to express year-round is one of gratitude and appreciation. Being truly grateful for what is already present in your life will automatically and effortlessly attract more good into your life! Make a conscious decision to appreciate and acknowledge all that you have already been blessed with. These emotions are of the highest vibrational... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9028 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9028 What Do You Expect?? A busy road near my home is under construction right now. I travel this way twice a day, but yesterday I noticed a sign I hadn’t before. It said, “New Lane Configurations – Expect Delays.” This didn’t seem strange to me at first, but as I continued to think about it, I wondered why I should expect delays, rather that just preparing for them, If I leave a little earlier... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8855 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8855 Your Spine In Bed? The Neck: Poor sleeping posture is a common cause of neck problems and headaches. Whilst sleeping, the neck needs to remain in a 'neutral' position, Sleeping on the stomach causes the neck to rotate excessively and is not recommended. If sleeping on the back, ensure the pillow is not too high and that the head is not tilted / rotated to one side. Smaller pillows are recommended if you tend to sleep on your back. When... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8846 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8846  Get Up, Out & Active! The Gold Coast City Council's Active & Healthy's citywide program for 2009-10 is now available. What a great opportunity to  get up, get out and get active this season! There are hundreds of different activities on offer, with one sure to suit you. There are activities specific to kids, seniors, parents with bubs, prenatal and people with a disability. Activities include group... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8833 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8833 Changing Habits, Changing Lives Here are a number of simple nutritional steps to rediscover your health and vitality - as shared in the book Changing Habits, Changing Lives by Nutritionist, Author and Chiropractor Cyndi O'Meara.  - Throw away the margarnie! Buy butter - keeping it in a covered container in the pantry for easy spreading.  - Go back to  foods that are natural. Stay away... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8828 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8828 Health is really when every tissue, every organ, and every system that makes up my body is FUNCTIONING at its individual optimum and in optimum harmony with all other tissues, organs and systems. Health has nothing to do with how you feel, your temperature, of whether symptoms are present. Those who die of heart attacks, cancer, or dozens of health problems suffer ill health long before their first symptom! Real health allows us to adapt to... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8543 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8543 PARKER AUSTRALIA 2009! Parker Australia 2009 what an inspiring event. Parker is the place to feed and nourish your success mindset. From Charles Ward’s powerful life tools, some as simple as greeting your partner with eye contact and taking time to sit and ask “what was the best thing about today?” to Brandi MacDonald sharing the most up to date Australian research on medication my mind and life have certainly... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8335 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8335 Healthy Habits to boost your energy . . . for life! intro text here...  Have your chiropractic adjustments regularly– prevention is the key to good health  Eat a salad– raw veges are rich in vitamins and minerals  Get some sunlight, 5-10 minutes daily, three times a week to get a dose of vitamin D  Eat omega-3 fatty acids to strengthen your heart  Drink a... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8337 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8337 We Are What We Think! "We have the power to control our thoughts, adjust our attitudes and outlook. And slowly, I believe the body is given the permission to heal." The research of biochemists such as Dr Candace Pert is proving that there is a connection between our thoughts and emotions – even the words we speak – and our physiology. Her fascinating work is substantiating that our feelings can... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8325 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8325 Tropical Breakfast Juice A homemade breakfast juice will not only jump start your day but will provide natural sugars that our nervous system will definitely appreciate in the mornings.The best way to get the most nutrients out of fruit juice is to use a blender – this will blend all the fruit up into a smooth pulp. Juicing in a blender retains the fibre that's in the fruit, which in turn will be more healthy for... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8074 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8074 The World Chiropractic Alliance (WCA) recommends that people of all ages add chiropractic to their strategy to prevent the flu and assist the body to fight off the virus. Spinal adjustments can have a positive effect on immune function, the WCA asserts, citing a growing number of researchers who are exploring the common denominators in disease processes, and the role of the nervous, immune, and hormonal systems in development of immune... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4154 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4154 As winter comes out way its natural to want to snuggle up with your favourite comfort food and hibernate on the couch! Speaking of comfort food, try this great recipe from Cyndi O’Meara’s website www.changinghabits.com.au . This lasagne uses lentils instead of meat - you can of course make that substitution if you like! Ingredients: 500 gm ricotta cheese blended with one egg Fresh lasagne sheets 1tsb cold... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7499 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7499   Whatever your approach to winter, its safe to say our immune system could always do with some extra help. Here are some helpful hints for boosting your system at any time of year!   Laugh! The chemicals produced when we are happy are natural immune boosters, so cackle away as much as possible. Eat good food. Not just good tasting food, but real food from natural sources, and try to eat it as close as... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6228 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6228   Just in time for Christmas, these yummy treats are delicious and full of vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids, a wonderful snack and even great for the lunch box when school goes back!   Delicious Nut Balls 1 cup nuts (almonds, pecans, cashews, walnuts) ½ cup sunflower seeds ½ cup pitted fresh dates ½ cup coconut 1 tablespoon nut butter extra... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6229 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6229   Chiropractic Summer Survival Guide   Summer can be a time when our health falls down the priority list – there are parties to attend, delicious food to eat (and leftovers) as well as the pressure of making all the family commitments with a smile!   Here are some handy tips to help you get through this year's silly season with your health... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5162 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5162   Stress. We’ve heard it all before. De-stress, relax, chill out, take time out, and so on. Good for your health. Live longer.   Why? What is it about stress that is SO bad for us? We know it has a negative effect on our health, however it’s a bit unclear around the edges. So lets clear it u and share some ideas for making stress a positive factor.  Positive? Stress can be good? Yes,... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5161 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5161   Recently we all attended a seminar in Brisbane where we heard form world renowned ProBiotics expert Don Chisholm.   Don has years of experience in health research, and gave an inspiring – and alarming – session regarding what we are doing to our natural bacteria and their functions in our bodies. The essential bacteria in our bodies are being damaged and sometimes strains are even eradicated by our... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5163 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5163 Try these ideas and you'll be happy, healthy and helping the environment along the way 1          Plant a vegetable and herb garden. Seedlings are cheap and very easy to grow in pots or tubs if you have limited space. What’s even better is that you can control the plants to ensure they get minimal exposure to chemicals and pesticides. Choose your... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4764 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4764   During August we had the awesome opportunity to listen to some amazing and inspiring speakers at this great event.   The theme this year was all about family care and it was great to hear so many approaches to family health.   As well as several inspiring Chiropractors, we had the pleasure of hearing from a speech pathologist, a ProBiotics specialist, and from our very own Berni and Sally!   During... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4766 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4766   As you may know, Chiropractic care is focused on the health and function of the nervous system.   Our Nervous System is the master system of the body, controlling every single cell’s actions and creating the sequence of events which maintains our bodies and our lives.   What would happen if this system becomes impeded?   At first, the body would try and go on around the interference... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4765 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4765   Well, here are some very interesting facts about foods and their benefits! Enjoy…   A sliced Carrot looks like the human eye. The pupil, iris and radiating lines look just like the human eye... And YES, science now shows carrots greatly enhance blood flow to and function of the eyes.   A Tomato has four chambers and is red. The heart has four chambers and is red. All of the research shows tomatoes... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4298 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4298 Happiness is not a reward, it’s a choice! We’ve put together a few simple ways to increase the happiness in your life, and once you get in the habit of being happy, you’ll never look back! Choose Happiness. It sounds simple, and it is! When you wake up every day state your intention for the day “I’m going to have a GREAT day” can really change how you perceive the events of your... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4297 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4297 We have had a lot of interest lately in what Chiropractic has to offer for children, in particular for young infants and babies. Chiropractic is all about correcting any neural interference to allow the body to reach its full potential without outside interference in the form of medications. We are often asked “Why does that baby need adjustments?” when one of our younger clients are having their adjustment. There are... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4296 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4296 Chiropractic is one of the fastest growing health care providers in the world. As a profession, Dr Andrew and Dr Michael can assure you there is nothing more rewarding than being able to help your health recover itself through aligning your nervous system. Studying to be a Doctor of Chiropractic has never been more accessible than it is right now. We have a fabulous opportunity for you or someone you know to attend an information evening... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7498 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7498 To show our appreciation  for your faith in chiropractic and for trusting us with the health of your loved ones, we are holding a free bbq, with some good old fashioned fun at the park by Tugun Surf Club. Over the last 15 years our family at Tugun Chiropractic have been through many of life's ups and downs with you, and it's time we all had some fun! We do need to know how many snags to throw on the barbie though... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4157 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4157 Special Appointment time is an important part of your Chiropractic Care. Most of you will have attended this informative session, however for those who have been unable to attend as yet – make the time! It will speed your healing! During this session, held on Tuesday evenings at 6pm, Dr Andrew covers subjects related to your care, your health, and your body’s response to correct neural function. Not only this,... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4155 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4155 Our feet are the foundation of our bodies, they bear all of our weight and generally we do very little to care for them! However, our feet really do provide the blueprint for how our weight is carried through our bodies. During our Gait Scan appointment we examine your feet to see how well they function. Using our TOG Gait Scan Technology we are able to accurately judge any insufficiency in your gait, which can often lead to complaints... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3995 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3995 ‘Tis the season – is it? Yes, the cold and flu season, that is. Now, as you know from attending Dr Andrew's Tuesday evening “Special Appointment Time”, catching a cold is largely down to the health of your nervous and immune systems. Keep in mind that “symptoms” are your body’s natural way of eliminating the invader in your body, and a runny nose and sore throat... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3993 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3993 The annual National Chiropractic Care Week is a time to focus on the many benefits that people experience from the natural, gentle health care provided through chiropractic. This year we are focusing on the importance of correct spinal positioning for the best quality sleep, no matter the quantity! This includes educating each of us on the best pillow for our individual curves though our neck and shoulder region, as well as looking at our... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3994 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3994 At Tugun Chiropractic Centre we pride ourselves on always striving to provide the very best service to you.  In order to do that we are constantly reviewing and improving our systems. We have recently been thinking about what constitutes great customer service – and that's where you come in! Is there somewhere on the coast that you have received excellent service? Where you have walked away smiling, thinking that... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3804 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3804 Adjusting to a New Face! We are very excited to introduce the latest addition to our team! Dr Michael Schwager has joined us here at Tugun Chiropractic – Why, you ask? Well, firstly we have so many of you eager to refer friends and family to enjoy the benefits of chiropractic care, and Dr Bartlett's popularity has at times made it tricky providing as many appointments for new clients as  is needed. The introduction of Dr... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3803 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3803 Want a clean – and green home? An easy way to start is by using organic cleaning products. Although these can be a bit pricey at supermarkets, you can make your own for next to nothing, and eliminate the odour and harmful chemicals down our sinks into our already struggling waterways! These easy recipes are from the Natural Cleaning Recipes website, Try these three kitchen ingredients as natural cleaning products in your home.... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3802 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3802 With all the research on health and wellbeing, its hardly surprising that we are living longer, fuller lives. However, the longer we live, the greater our chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer's is a debilitating neurodegenerative disease that causes memory loss, dementia, personality change and ultimately death.UCLA have now confirmed what natural medicine practitioners have long preached – that fish oil... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3756 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3756 Over the past two years, I have been introducing a variety of nutritional formulations to the practice.  I have hand picked these particular formulas with a specific goal in mind - to carefully combine them into simple to use packs to be of great benefit to me and my clients.As you know, there are literally thousands of nutritional supplements on the market.  We are fortunate to live in a time where much is known about the... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3733 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3733 Flourless Chocolate Cake From the Changing Habits, Changing Lives website, this cake is so easy to make and so very moist and so very delicious. You'll need:250gms almonds 250gms dark chocolate 150gms rapadura sugar 200gms butter 6 eggs 1 TBS baking powder 1 TBS cocoa 1. Set oven to 160C fan forced 2. Prepare 24cm tin, by greasing and lining the bottom with baking paper 3. Grind the almonds then set aside 4. Grate the dark chocolate and... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3732 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3732 According to recent figures, 12% of Australians suffer from migraine headaches. These debilitating episodes not only cause human suffering, but also cost workplaces over $750 million per year in lost productivity and absent workers. Recently a study was conducted at Macquarie University which found that 72% of subjects reported significantly reduced symptoms associated with migraines after regular spinal adjustments. It was also found that... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3731 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3731 When is water no longer the purest, most beneficial substance to quench our thirst? Many a time have we been bombarded with messages regarding our water purity – the dangers of re-using drink bottles, the particle erosion in plastic bottles, the filter vs no filter argument. So, in the midst of all this, where do we stand when it comes down to what gets added to this water which we are so desperate to purify for consumption?A... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3657 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3657 Apart from our new format newsletter that is! This month the team have been very busy, with the highlight being the Dynamic Growth Congress 2008 (DG), held here on the Gold Coast. This is an event run by the Australian Spinal Research Foundation, where Chiropractors and Chiropractic Assistants (CA's) from all over Australia gather to share ideas and experience amazing speakers and presentations - all aimed at increasing your benefits from... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3656 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3656 Ritalin – the answer to ADHD or yet another cause for concern?It has been the standard answer for parents facing the diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), presented with the option of medicating their child and hoping that one day their symptoms will recede.Common medications include Ritalin and Concerta, as well as powerful drugs such as Risperdal and Zyprexia, which were originally designed for the... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3655 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3655 Women who experience symptoms of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS), know that it can severely debilitate their lives. Common symptoms include moodiness, bloating, depression, aches and pains, breast swelling, digestive concerns and fatigue. Although an exact cause for PMS has yet to be found, research suggests a strong link to a depressed nervous system. A recent article published in BioPsychoSocial Medicine follows a Japanese study at... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=2676 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=2676 A subluxation in the spine, or "Vertebral Subluxation," defines a bone that has lost it's normal ability to move fully (fixation), has taken on a less than normal resting position (misalignment), and is interferring with the nervous system (neuropathophysiology). Because the nervous system is the master control system of the body, Vertebral Subluxations will cause a loss of full functional potential. This loss of function is often gradual... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=2675 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=2675 In chiropractic practices worldwide, people of all ages benefit from chiropractic care. Chiropractors adjust babies every day. Chiropractors adjust seniors every day. Chiropractors are trained to care for the whole family - generation to generation. Many people ask "Why do babies need adjustments?" and "Is chiropractic safe on very young and very old spines?" These are perfectly natural questions. Babies Chiropractic checkups are as... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11916 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11916 Nev Neuritis By Dr Andrew Bartlett I'm Nev Neuritis, but if someone is looking for a shorter name for me, they can just call me Pain. That is my principle symptom - pain. I start with irritation along a nerve, often accompanied by sensations of burning and tingling. Then as my pain progresses to a more extreme form, numbness may set in, sometimes followed by paralysis, loss of reflexes, and a general wasting away... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8085 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8085 Naturally, your body “turns on” the cold, flu or infection process in an attempt to reduce free radical load in your system. Free radicals are electrically charged molecules generated through normal system processes but significantly increased through stress and unhealthy lifestyle. Too many of them damage the body so the body dumps them, when they build up too much. Taking Vitamin C can reduce the free radical load in... http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8084 http://tugunchiro.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8084 "Animals don’t get heart attacks because they produce Vitamin C in their bodies, which protects their blood vessel walls. In humans, unable to produce Vitamin C (known as hypoascorbemia), dietary vitamin deficiency weakens these walls. Cardiovascular disease is an early scurvy. Clinical studies document that optimum daily intakes of vitamins and other essential nutrients halt and reverse coronary heart disease...