In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen discuss the status of the United States of America's health as a nation and where it lands in the list of healthiest nations.

You will love this story of their switch to healthy eating and the pursuit of longevity that has resulted in increased health-span vs life-span.

Our goal is to help you gain clarity, confidence and control over the aspects of your health that you can control so you can increase your health span in order to do what only you can do.

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In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about common sayings about aging that can begin to feel true. We are surrounded by a culture that worships youth and denounces getting older. Have you found yourself saying any of these?

Here are a few of the sayings that we hear all too often about getting older:

1. In answer to the question of, “How are you feeling?” they answer… “Not bad for ____ (fill in age)!
2. If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself.
3. I am Over the Hill!
4. You’ve gotta die of something so I might as well eat, drink and be merry.
5. I exercise so I can eat anything that I want.

We know this is common but is it NORMAL?

We want you to challenge your thoughts about growing older so that you can go the distance.

Our goal is to help you gain clarity, confidence and control over the aspects of your health that you can control so you can increase your health span in order to do what only you can do.

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In this episode, Dr. Rodney and Karen tackle a difficult topic about the impact of alcohol your body and particularly your brain.

New research shows that alcohol disrupts your gut health because it kills beneficial bacteria, potentially causing leaky gut syndrome and triggering inflammatory responses that affect your liver and brain

This is of particular concern to women because regular alcohol consumption can alter hormonal balance, increase estrogen levels and potentially raise cancer risk, especially for breast cancer

Unfortunately, even low levels of alcohol consumption can have a negative impact on brain structure by reducing overall brain volume and can affect the integrity of gray and white matter

You may be saying to yourself that people drink alcohol and seem to still live to a ripe old age. Keep in mind that in the Blue Zones those referenced grow their own grapes, make their own wine and make a small glass of wine part of their social tapestry. All of these are factors as you give yourself a gut check.

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In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about their recent "Reality Check" with their Omega 3's and Vitamin D levels.

Do you know what your levels are?

It can be important if you want to go the distance.

Our goal is to assist you in creating your own Blue Zone lifestyle where you can get older without declining physically and mentally.

If you want to get your blood work checked call us at 972-802-8812 or contact us at stancechiropractic@gmail.com

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What is Functional Medicine?

Functional Medicine is a systematic approach that focuses on root causes why you are currently lacking optimum health by:

Identifying and addressing the root causes of disease.

• Providing a systems-oriented approach
• Engaging both patient and practitioner in a therapeutic partnership.
• Addressing the whole person, not just an isolated set of symptoms

Functional medicine supports your very own expression of health and vitality.

What makes Functional Medicine practitioners different?

Functional medicine practitioners are different because they:

Spend time with their patients

• Listen carefully to their histories
• Look at a variety of subtle interactions that influence long-term health including:
  • Detailed history that includes genetic elements
  • Environmental conditions
  • Lifestyle factors (nutrition, diet, and exercise) that influence long-term health
  • Lab work to determine the beginning of possible complex, chronic diseases

Why did Dr. Rodney choose to study Functional Medicine?

Dr. Rodney had been interested in making a difference in the long-term health of our patients (we now call health partners).

This new functional approach allows us to partner with you and empower you to live a life free of disability as you age so you can go the distance to fulfill our life purpose.

We want to help those who have health issues that have been overlooked because they fall within the “normal” range yet know that something needs to change.

We look forward to partnering with you as a medical detective helping those willing to take responsibility for their own health by making the choices that allows you to live a rejuvenation lifestyle.

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In this episode, Dr. Rodney and Karen discuss the amazing results of the FatZapper (Zerona) body sculpting laser.

If you live in the Dallas/Fort Worth area be sure to call 972-802-8812 to schedule your complimentary consultation to see if you are a good candidate for this revolutionary way to regain your confidence and boost a healthy metabolism.

The FatZapper is six quick and painless treatments. You simply lie under the lase or 20 minutes on your front and 20 minutes on your back. This treatment allows you to continue your daily activities without any interruption.

These results were proven through a level (1) clinical trial where no diet and exercise were required.

How does it work?

The Zerona targets your stubborn fat areas and painlessly emulsifies the fat under your skin. Your body then removes the fat from the area via the lymphatic system. It is painless and very effective.

Note that you are not removing your fat cells. You need your fat cells because they are used by the endocrine system to:

• Regulate your metabolism
• Support your immune system
• Produce proteins and hormones
• Assist your live to process or remove fat and toxins
• Help your muscles keep blood sugar down

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In this podcast Dr. Rodney and Karen explore the importance of posture.

Posture is the position in which you hold your body upright against gravity while standing, sitting or lying down.

Good posture improves your appearance and other physiologic functions of your body.

Researchers discovered that persons with a hyperkyphotic posture have a 144% greater rate of mortality. This happens because as you type of postural distortion pattern your organs are not allowed to work properly and your chances of dying before your time come close to doubling.

Your posture has a positive or negative influence on the daily activities that you do. Proper posture can only be maintained with adequate muscle flexibility and strength, normal joint motion in the spine and other body regions, as well as efficient postural muscles that are balanced on both sides of the spine. Also, you must recognize your postural habits at home and in the workplace in order work to correct them, if necessary.

Simply correcting your posture can enhance the quality of your life and overall health. Good posture demonstrates confidence, balance, pain free movement and enhanced physiologic function of your body. Whereas poor posture causes additional stress to the body, spinal degeneration, and diffuse pain. Good posture promotes movement efficiency and endurance and contributes to an overall feeling of well-being.

The return on investment for better posture will be astounding in later years. We simply cannot afford to neglect our postural needs, especially when so much of our ability to function is riding on the quality of our postural alignment. Posture is defined as “the relative position of the body at any one period of time”.

Correct posture or neutral posture is a position in which minimal stress is applied to the body’s muscles, tissues, joints, and ligaments, providing the most energy efficient movement.

You will have more fascia over the central and dominant side of the sternum or breastbone. This means the chest area of a dominant hand person may be tighter or more contracted, possibly causing rounded shoulders if poor posture is evident. In addition to creating stress on the fascia system this can cause a lot of issues and even pain.

The best way to correct it is:

• Bring yourself into ideal posture
• Extend and reach out your arms in a reversal of the way it was forward
• Gently pull your head with the opposite hand
• Another way to correct head-forward posture is with a posture pump

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In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen share 5 easy changes that will halt dementia and alzheimers. The number of Americans with Alzheimer's is predicted to more than double by 2050.

Make these secrets part of your daily life:
1-Take Omega 3’s (DHA)
DHA helps prevent Alzheimers because it reduces inflammation in the entire body (including the brain)

Higher DHA levels result in a 47% drop in Alzheimers due to::

• Preservation of brain structure
• Improved blood-barrier integrity
• Lower cerebral amyloid levels

Listen to this podcast on this topic here.

2-Exercise and challenge your brain to increase neuroplasticity

Regular exercise can reduce the risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer's by approximately 30% and 45%, respectively.
Completing puzzles, playing games, and taking adult education classes can also reduce the risk of dementia after the age of 70 by up to 11%.
Active mental activities like games, puzzles, and literacy classes provide the greatest cognitive benefits as they require problem-solving or processing and storing new information.

3-Maintain your life purpose
View life through a lens of hope (optimism)
Enjoy diverse leisure activities that make a difference in the lives of others
Cognitive benefits happen because of growth of neurons and synapses
Maintain and promote a sense of well-being

4-Pay attention to your gut health
Recent studies suggest that there is a link between poor gut health, specifically chronic constipation, and early dementia. Chronic constipation may not only be an indicator of gut health but may also be a warning sign of cognitive decline.
Researchers believe there is evidence connecting gut health to brain health. The researchers theorize that constipation and cognition are linked via the gut microbiome, which is also linked to various diseases like Alzheimer's.
People with constipation and worse cognition tended to have relatively few gut bacteria that produced butyrate, which is an important fatty acid that helps control inflammation.

5-Get your teeth cleaned regularly
A study published in the Journal of Neuroinflammation has found that periodontal (gum) disease leads to changes in your brain's microglial cells.

Microglia, which eliminate harmful substances in the Central Nervous System, can be generated from white blood cells called monocytes. Gum disease can hinder microglia's ability to digest amyloid plaque, leading to neuro-inflammation.

Older adults with gum disease and mouth infections are more likely to develop Alzheimer's. Nearly half of Americans aged 30 and above have periodontal disease.

• Brush your teeth regularly
• Floss
• Use a Waterpik
• Get regular dental cleanings.

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