I was shocked by a recent article that stated the top selling group of medications are the antipsychotics in the amount of $14.6 billion per year. This group includes such medications as Ridperdal, Zyprexa, Seroquel, Geodon, Abilify, Haldol and Compazine. These medications are especially dangerous in the elderly and in children. In geriatric patients they can cause death often due to cardiovascular complications. In children there is an increased risk of suicide. Each of these has an additional list of 25-30 “serious reactions” that inclued stroke, seizures, diabetes, hypertension, anemia, pancreatitis and other blood problems.
A recent article discussing the affect that certain foods have on the brain resonated with me. It explains why so many Americans crave certain foods. Believe it or not, it is due to inflammation in an area of the brain and it is caused by a fat-rich diet that is high in calories from refined sugars and flour.
Two weeks ago I was at an antique store with my 15 year old daughter, Olivia. This is always interesting because what I remember as if it was yesterday is now to be found in an antique shop. Anyway, we came across a 6 pack of 8 ounce bottles of Coke. Olivia thought they were very “cute.” I told her that that’s the size we had when I was a kid. We of course teased each other about the difference in our generations, but it got me to thinking about how we are over served in this day and age.
One of the greatest things you can do for the health of your family is ban soda to only a rare special treat . I realize that this may sound extreme to some, but the negative health consequences of drinking soda makes the case for me.
October is National Chiropractic Health Month. This year’s topic is about obesity and is titled, “Why Weight? Get Healthy!” If you are wondering why chiropractors feel the need to address this issue, consider this: (more…)
