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By Dr. John Kupper, Encinitas Chiropractor

Astaxanthin - although it is difficult to pronounce, this powerful antioxidant has been touted by many of the top researchers in the world as quite possibly the most potent antioxidant nature has to offer!  Continuous research is suggesting that this form of algae has broad-spectrum, system-wide health benefits. So let’s learn how this supplement supports: joint and tendon health, skin health, eye and brain health, and cardiovascular health.  

It is derived from Haematococcus microalgae.  Astaxanthin is produced within the algae to protect itself from UV radiation and the harsh effects of the surrounding environment.    It is related to beta-carotene, lutein and canthaxanthin. However, what makes it unique is its molecular structure. Astaxanthin has deservedly been named “The King of Carotenoids”.  While you may not be completely familiar with carotenoids, most likely you have consumed them in the food you recently ate. Carotenoids are what gives many of the healthy foods you eat their color:  the lycopene in the red tomato, the beta-carotene in orange carrots, or the zeaxanthin and lutein in yellow corn. 

Astaxanthin is an antioxidant.  It is known to be over 500 times stronger power than vitamin E and 6,000 times more potent than vitamin C

Some key differences that set astaxanthin apart from other carotenoids and antioxidants include the following:

 

ASTAXANTHIN PROMOTES SKIN HEALTH

Every day in the Encinitas Chiropractor office I teach that it is not only what you put onto the skin to protect it, but more importantly what you put INTO it, and that is the strong point about astaxanthin.  Recent buzz with the rich and famous around natural astaxanthin has increased its profile. More and more people are learning what most dermatologists have long known; natural astaxanthin helps support the skin during long periods of UV light exposure.  Sunburns occur from excess skin oxidation. Ultraviolet like causes oxidation of skin cells and results in reddening. Excessive and repeated exposure to sunlight without the proper nutrients to support it causes skin aging: wrinkled, blotchy, thinned, darkened skin.  A recent study of the effects of astaxanthin, scientists took a group of people to see how much UV light was needed to cause a “sunburn”. The test group was given 4 mg of natural astaxanthin for 14 days. The results were that the group treated with astaxanthin increased the amount of time it took to redden the skin and cause excessive oxidation (Lorenz, 2002). 

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Remember, the key to building and maintaining health is to stack the odds in your favor.  I commonly teach patients that they are not victims of bad luck, bad germs, or bad genes. I teach them that they have more control over their health outcomes than they are being lead to believe by mainstream healthcare.  The secret is to consistently provide your body with the nourishment it needs to continue to adapt, rebuild, and thrive. The human body seems to be designed to heal itself! In fact, your body happens to be the smartest doctor in the world.  I say, give it what it needs, avoid things that it doesn’t, and then GET OUT OF THE WAY! Astaxanthin is just another powerful tool your body will benefit from. The great Dr. James Chestnut put it perfectly when he said “Eat Well, Move Well, Think Well!”  

Take control of your health and be proactive.  True health comes from within and it will always be that way.  You can either accept it and use it to your advantage or you can struggle like most Americans with chronic degenerative diseases that in most cases can be prevented with proper lifestyle and dietary choices!  

Yours in health,

Dr. John Kupper, DC

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At K2 Health Center we provide our patients with an array of choices for all sorts of pain management. From upper cervical chiropractic, concussion options, alternatives to back surgery, neck pain headache and even cold laser therapy - we have several options. We strive to provide the most advanced chiropractic, massage, low-level laser therapy, nutrition, exercise therapy, and diagnostic services in and around the Encinitas area.  For a complimentary 15 min. Consultation, call/text the office today to set up an appointment. 760-456-9470

Can a problem in your neck be contributing to your Migraine Headaches?

The most common misconception about Upper Cervical care is that it ONLY helps with back and neck pain.  Although the Encinitas chiropractor at K2 Health Center can certainly tackle problems like low back pain and neck pain headaches, these patients actually represent a small percentage of people that seek care at K2. Patients suffering from a wide range of conditions, including migraines, have had their health completely changed.  At K2, we recognize that the body is a self-healing and self-regulating organism controlled 100% by the central nervous system.  Understanding that basic fact can completely change the way one looks at the health of the body and more importantly how one chooses to treat health issues of the body.

chiropractor EncinitasThe Nervous System

The nervous system is the first organ system to form in the womb and everything else grows off of it.  It is also the only system in the body that DOES NOT regenerate like other systems do.  For example, red blood cells regenerate every 120 days, the skeletal system regenerates every 7 years.  Basically, you are born with a nervous system that can grow very easily but DOES NOT regenerate very well, thus it is of utmost importance to protect and preserve the master control system of the body, THE NERVOUS SYSTEM!

The nervous is housed completely in BONE.  The brain is inside the skull and the spinal cord runs down the middle of the spine.  Upper cervical care offered at K2 Health Center is based on the universal law of cause and effect.  For every effect or symptom, physical or mental, there MUST be a cause.  At K2, we focus on locating and removing interference to the central nervous system that results in health conditions.  Removing this interference allows the body to heal itself naturally without harmful drugs or risky surgeries.  An upper cervical correction is very gentle and controlled; there is no pulling, twisting, or cracking of the head.  This precise force allows the head, neck, and spine to return to proper position, thus removing the interference and restoring balance to the body.

Migraines

If you are currently suffering from migraines, you already know very well the symptoms of pain, sensitivity to light and sound, nausea, and vomiting.  Some migraine sufferers even experience visual disturbances, numbness, tingling, clumsiness, or have difficulty communicating. Conventional treatments in the medical world consist of treating the symptoms with over-the-counter and prescription medications.  Unfortunately, drug therapy in NO WAY addresses the underlying cause at play.

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Studies show that over 80% of headaches in general stem from the cervical spine. It only makes sense to first assess this vital region and make corrections as needed.

Dr. Seymour Diamond, Executive Director of the National Headache Foundation, has announced that new imaging techniques now allow scientists to identify what they believe to be a cause of migraines: a malfunctioning brain stem.  When the brain stem, located near the top of the neck malfunctions, it increases the swelling of blood vessels surrounding the brain, setting up a chain reaction that results in a migraine headache.

Upper Cervical chiropractors receive extensive training and education in both upper cervical spine and the brain stem.  They use the latest technology to analyze and correct upper cervical misalignment and achieve predictable results that heal.  The goal of Upper Cervical is to correct spinal misalignment and to restore normal function to the brain stem and nervous system, thus correcting the cause of migraines instead of treating the symptoms.

If you live in the Encinitas area and you're searching for a "chiropractor near me" that specializes in migraines and Upper Cervical corrections give us a call at K2 Health Center (760) 456-9470.

Dr. John Kupper, DC

K2 Health Center

neck pain headacheThere is a famous saying that an ounce of prevention can be worth a pound of cure.  Nothing could be more true when it comes to the spine, especially the neck region.  We often use the phrase “ a pain in the neck” to refer to difficult circumstances, people, and situations, while not realizing that this phrase is accurately describing real neck pain!  It is true that some causes of neck pain  are more difficult than others to prevent.  On the other hand, there are many relatively easy things you can do to minimize your risk.  One significant place to concentrate on is to look at how you sleep and what effect this is having on neck pain.

One must remember that the upper neck is much more mobile than the rest of the spine.  This affords increased versatility and mobility, however, at the expense of stability. Little muscles and ligaments are solely in charge of maintaining proper alignment and structural integrity. Most people sleep an average of 5-8 hours per night.  Proper support of neutral spine position if absolutely crucial to both treating and preventing neck pain.

What is the best sleeping position for neck pain?  

Studies show that two sleeping positions are best for neck pain: on your side and on your back.  If you are a back-sleeper, rounded pillows are able to contour to the natural lordotic curvature of spine and help relieve tension of muscles, ligaments, and joints.  If you are a side-sleeper, keep your spine straight/neutral by utilizing a pillow that is higher under your neck than under your head.  Sleeping on your stomach can be done correctly but is not recommended.  Stomach sleeping puts abnormal stress on your spine and cause the neck to be rotated and put under additional stress. Understandably many people have sleeping position habits that are hard to break, plus not to mention that most people don’t wake up in the same position in which they fell asleep.  However, it is important to start the night off sleeping either on your back or on your side in a neutral spine position.

Remember that whatever pillow you choose to use, there will an adjustment period where you will need to get used to the new alignment.  This may result in increased soreness for a few days up to 2 weeks.  Neck pain typically doesn’t happen overnight and certainly will not be fixed overnight.  The key is to identify probable causes and rectify them!

How to Manage Your Neck Pain at Home

Ice – Cryotherapy can reduce swelling to an area that is inflamed.  It will also provide immediate pain relief and help essentially decrease the size of spinal nerve roots to create additional space.  Hold a cold pack or frozen bad up vegetables wrapped in a towel and place on your neck.  An accepted rule is 20 mins on (or until numb), 40 mins off and then repeat.  Be sure not to place ice directly on skin in order to avoid skin burn.

Neck Exercises – Gentle neck exercises can be a very effective tool to help loosen neck muscles.  You may want to consider lightly moving your neck up and down and then side to side.  Be careful not to over-extend you neck beyond its normal limits, as this is likely to cause damage.

 

When Should You See a Chiropractor for Neck Pain?

While there are very important things you can do at home to relieve neck pain, it imperative to know when it’s time to see a Doctor of Chiropractic for neck pain.  Chiropractors are specially trained to understand the physiology and biomechanics of the body, especially the cervical spine.  After a thorough assessment and X-Rays, the goal is to restore motion and alignment to the joints of the neck.  Drugs and surgery are not recommended until conservative natural measures are taken.  See your chiropractor for neck pain if….

 

In summary, if you are experiencing neck pain you must consider the pillow you are using, at home therapies you are utilizing, and also any underlying causes. For more information on neck pain from your Encinitas Chiropractor, visit our site at www.k2healthcenter.com.

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