Dear Steve,

DID YOU KNOW that cancer survivors who adhere to a healthy lifestyle, which includes never smoking, light or no alcohol intake, sufficient physical activity, a healthy diet, and an optimal body mass index, may lower their risk for cancer-related and all-cause mortality, according to new research from International Journal of Cancer? 

Adherence to a healthy lifestyle (4-5 healthy lifestyle factors) vs an unfavorable lifestyle (0-1 healthy lifestyle factor) was associated with a 43% reduction in the risk for cancer-related mortality and a 48% reduction in the risk for all-cause mortality.

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Steve: You've read numerous articles in this newsletter related to epigenetics. Epigenetics is the messaging we send to our genes. If we continually send bad messages to our genes (smoking, excessive alcohol intake, poor dietary habits, sedentary activity, sleep dysfunction, and much more), eventually some of them will express themselves negatively, which can lead to numerous diseases, including cancer.

A new study from Nature Cancer found the path that cancer cells takes is determined by your epigenetic status. Thus, cells that switch from healthy to metastatic cancer are mostly driven by epigenetic changes.

Furthermore, a new study from Cancer Cell provided the first look at how epigenetic modification of your DNA actually drives cancers. Specifically, negative epigenetic messages reduced the number of immune cells available to combat tumor growth. The researchers also found methylation, which functions optimally mainly from B-vitamins, was crucial for optimizing epigenetic messaging.

In order to send positive messages to our genes so that they will function optimally, we need to harness as many positive lifestyle habits as possible. For example, a study from Digestive and Liver Disease found that as little as 45 minutes of intense exercise three times a week may reduce cancer risk in patients with Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that can lead to cancer at a young age.

In another example, resveratrol, EGCG, quercetin, sulforaphane, and kaempferol have all been studied as epinutrients that encourage positive messaging to BRCA genes (two most commonly researched breast cancer genes).

A client recently came in in advance of her daughter's wisdom teeth removal, a rite of passage for most teenagers. The client knew her daughter would be prescribed antibiotics and wanted to stock up on probiotics and other anti-inflammatory supplements.

Our client asked Steve if he had any additional recommendations and he shared the Nutritional Concepts wisdom teeth extraction protocol. In addition to what the client already knew to have on hand (Acute Care, Quercetin, Bromelain and more...), she added all of the suggested items from the recommended list (some of which includes our protein powders - easy to add into a smoothie).

A few days later, the client reported back that the surgery was a success and her daughter had virtually no pain (only took Tylenol twice on the day of the surgery; no pain medications thereafter), a tiny bit of swelling that lasted about a day and no bruising. After two days, she was eating normally.

Compared to this teenager's two older siblings who needlessly suffered for days following their extractions (unfortunately the mother was not a client then), this surgery was a walk in the park!

It's worth mentioning that this teen had three out of four wisdom teeth impacted.

Whenever you have an upcoming surgery or medical procedure, let us know how we can best help you prepare so your recovery can be as quick, painless and easy as possible.

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Disclaimer: Case reports are not intended for self-healing. Case reports are for references purposes only and should be discussed with your health professional.

“Chicken Soup for the Chiropractic Soul” has the account of when Angel was brought in to see her human companion’s chiropractor. Angel was very weak, arthritic, had difficulty walking and her eyes were cloudy without any spark. The chiropractor explained that if Angel had any subluxations in her spine this could interfere with the function of the body. That the adjustments would help the integrity of the nervous system. Angel began responding beautifully with chiropractic care by regaining her spark and vibrancy. 

For two years Angel was adjusted and would bounce back from traumas such as being attacked by another dog and falling down a flight of stairs. One day the chiropractor received a call that something was seriously wrong with Angel. She was brought in for an adjustment then went home and serendipitously all of her human family stopped by that day for a visit. One relative even flew in on a whim, hugged her and then Angel lay down and went to sleep forever with dignity. She had been able to say goodbye to everyone that she loved, even her chiropractor.

It’s amazing what the body can do when there is a healthier connection within the nervous system. That’s why it’s important for adults, children and even animals to be checked for spinal misalignments, which can cause a multitude of health symptoms. What health condition are you ready to let Chiropractic care help you with?

Dr. Liselotte Schuster is a Holistic Family Chiropractor and has been in practice since 1989. She tailors each visit by using a variety of techniques that she feels are most effective. She loves seeing children and adults reach their full potential, trusting in the healing powers of their body. Dr. Schuster is in the same office as Bonnie & Steve Minsky as they have been in practice together for 33 years. She can be reached at (847)509-9067 or drliloschuster@sbcglobal.net

Bonnie, Steve, Liselotte, Lori, Sharron, Cindy, Diana, Ileana, and Carolyn