Cedar Crest Chiropractic - September/October 2020

Cedar Crest Chiropractic - September/October 2020

CEDAR CREST CHIROPRACTIC

September/October 2020

Dr. Paul Braadt

1028 S. Cedar Crest Blvd., Allentown, PA 18103 • 610-776-2005 • www.CedarCrestChiropractic.com

RE-CREATING NORMALCY AND JOY IN OUR LIVES!

seasonal flu. This is considered the normal risk for the flu season despite the fact that so many people die, and most of us are unaware of this. In addition, almost 55,000 people die on the roads every year, and we still drive. Historical examples: The Spanish flu of 1918 affected one-third of the world population and killed 700,000 Americans. The Black Death of the Middle Ages killed one-third of the population of Europe or 200 million people. Smallpox, brought from Europe, killed 90% of indigenous North Americans over a century. As of August 2020, POSITIVE TESTS for COVID-19 have affected 1.6% of the American population, or 4.3 million people with over 80% of those tested having no symptoms (asymptomatic). Published statistics from The Journal of the American Medical Association and The Journal Science calculate the approximate death rate for Americans to be .3% of 1% and likely lower due to a much larger number of unreported cases (asymptomatic or recovered patients not counted). Based on this historical context and current statistics, it appears to me that this public health problem is a matter of Personal Risk Assessment . If you calculate your risk to be high (older with multiple health problems), you need to take precautions to reduce your exposure. However, if you’re younger and healthy — I still consider myself young (haha) and healthy — your risk assessment is statistically much lower. Refer to my WELLNESS COLUMN inside for specific actions you can take. Here are a few suggestions to help you recreate some normalcy, sanity, and joy in your life.

Recreate normal habits and routines that are constructive , like getting up and going to bed at the same time, exercising at a specific time, pleasure reading, having a consistent work schedule, social activities, etc. I get up at 6 a.m. I drink a glass of water with Bragg’s Apple Cider Vinegar and lemon juice to cleanse my body and regulate digestion while I take my supplements. I make my nutritional shake made of berries, almond milk, mixed nuts, hard boiled eggs, amino acids, dehydrated super greens, collagen protein, and probiotic plain yogurt. On weekends, we make omelets. I create a pleasure moment by drinking my Bullet Coffee while taking a few minutes to read travel magazines and dream. I include my 10-minute, high-intensity, interval training two times daily and gym visits on the weekend. Then off to work! What normal habits and routines can you recreate to get back to normalcy? Stay in communication with your family and friends. Stay productive and look for opportunities to help however you can. Think about what brings you pleasure and eliminate those things that cause you stress. Avoid watching the news; it’s designed to make you worry and feel bad, and this can affect you both mentally and physically. Let’s all work to recreate some normalcy, sanity, and joy in our lives. It will take action from each of us but will be well worth the effort!

The fall season, for me, is a time of change and a bit of reflection. Days are shorter, the weather is colder, and the color palette is changing as we transition toward winter.

Growing up in a small town called Williamsport, PA, our family activities

changed from boating and visiting the beach to going back to school, seeing my friends, biking, and participating in (and watching) fall sports. It certainly wasn’t perfect, but it was much simpler; NORMAL as it used to be! In spite of these uncertain times (UGH!), what will it take for each of us to recreate what we all miss so much: some normalcy, sanity, and joy in our lives?

Lunch Time!

I assure you, I don’t take this public health problem lightly! Taking precautions is very important, especially if you’re high risk. But, some historical context is important when looking at this problem. The question becomes: how bad is this public health problem compared to what? Knowing this can reduce worry, stress, and the sense that things are out of control. For example: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , every year 50,000–80,000 people die from the

In knowledge and health,

–Dr. Paul Braadt

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DR. BRAADT’S WELLNESS COLUMN

How Your Immune System Protects Your Body

sweet with the bonus benefits of anti-aging and antioxidant properties, reducing cellular damage and increasing tissue repair while reducing inflammation in your body. Toss them in salads or sprinkle them on your plain organic probiotic yogurt (adding a few mixed nuts). If you’re short on time, many stores sell the seeds/arils in a small plastic cup. Note the expiration date. Fall is also the time to indulge in the year’s best- tasting cruciferous vegetables . Whether you enjoy them fresh in salads or in casseroles, soups, or as a side dish, cruciferous vegetables are more nutritious than you realize. Broccoli steamed or baked with butter and cheese is a nutrient-dense antioxidant food . I used to think Brussels sprouts were disgusting. I changed my mind. They have the same benefits as broccoli with more vitamin C than oranges. Try roasting them tossed with a bit of olive oil and pink Himalayan sea salt. Add sliced onion if you’re adventurous. Cauliflower, another cruciferous vegetable, is delicious raw or cooked; you can cook and mash it with butter and sea salt as an alternative to mashed potatoes. We all know that leafy greens are super nutritious. Spinach is at its very best this time of year. It’s filled with minerals and fiber that keep your arteries from being clogged. Root vegetables like sweet potatoes, leeks, beets, pumpkins, and winter squash are delicious and nutritious. They’re filled with vitamin A, fiber, and minerals. Bake them with Irish Kerry Gold Butter and add a touch of sea salt, cinnamon, or your favorite spices. They’re satisfying, filling, and powerful cancer fighters. GET ADJUSTED: Remember, the master controllers of your immune system are the brain and nerves . This nervous system coordinates the response of all the parts of your immune system. In addition to pain relief, regular chiropractic adjustments

stimulate your immune response by increasing the function of your nervous system, helping to defend your body from harmful invaders.

Your immune system protects your body from illnesses, infections, and diseases. As I’ve said before, this complex system uses different body tissues and chemical reactions to seek and destroy invader bacteria and viruses , including the coronaviruses like the common cold, seasonal flu, and COVID-19. Different types of bacteria and viruses trigger specific immune responses producing antibodies, which are killer cells that attack these invaders. Over time, your body builds a memory of which antibodies to use for each kind of invader. This builds a strong immune response to call on when you need help. MOVE YOUR BODY: Moving our body is a vital part of staying healthy, both emotionally and physically. Take walks . Look around and admire the beautiful environment and breathe in the crisp, fresh air. Focus on extroverting versus thinking about your to-do list or problems. Look out at things you find interesting, like the pattern of the clouds, the shape of the trees, and the beautiful colors of fall. Gain the benefits of natural vitamin D from the sun before the cold weather and shorter daylight arrive. Vitamin D is critical to boosting your IMMUNE SYSTEM and increasing your bone health. Moving your body also reduces stress . Notice how you feel, both physically and emotionally, when you return from your walk. Circulation is enhanced, bone health is fortified, feel-good chemicals called endorphins are produced, and your immunity is strengthened. EAT WELL: Fall is a peak time for some of the most highly nutritious foods. Visit your local farmers market or take the family on an apple picking trip. Eat the fruit fresh or bake them, adding cinnamon, mixed nuts, and cheese. I can smell the house now! Pomegranates are harvested from August–December. The seeds, called arils, are

TAKE WHOLE FOOD SUPPLEMENTS: Take Immuplex . It’s designed to help

stimulate production of antibodies, those killer cells. My staff and I have been taking this supplement for years with great results. We also take a multiple called Catalyn . It contains all the vitamins and trace minerals known and unknown.

Moving your body, eating nutrient dense foods, getting adjusted, and taking whole food supplements can all work together to strengthen your immune system and reduce your risks of illness so you can chase your dreams and live life!

I’m always here to help!

–Dr. Paul Braadt

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BEAM ME UP, LUCY How Lucille Ball Saved ‘Star Trek’ in the 1960s Did you know that Lucille Ball — the iconic comedian best known for her 1950s show “I Love Lucy” — is the reason “Star Trek” exists today? Ball was a Hollywood force in the ’50s and ’60s, and she produced hit after hit with her production company. In fact, Desilu, co-founded by Ball and her then-husband, Desi Arnaz, was responsible for hits like “The Andy Griffith Show” and “The Dick Van Dyke Show.” The two were partners in the company until their divorce in 1960, and in 1962, Ball took over Arnaz’s share. In that moment, Ball became one of the most powerful women in Hollywood, and Desilu, one of the biggest independent production companies at the time, had a lot of pull in the industry. In 1963, one of Desilu’s biggest hits was coming to an end. “The Untouchables” was a crime drama starring Robert Stack. Ball needed a replacement, and two potential shows hit Ball’s desk: “Star Trek” and “Mission: Impossible.” In 1965, Ball took the pitches to her longtime network collaborator, CBS. They said no to “Star Trek” (but yes to “Mission: Impossible”), but Ball wasn’t about to give up on this new science fiction show, so she took it to NBC. The network was skeptical at first but ordered a pilot. The pilot starred Jeffrey Hunter as Captain Pike and Leonard Nimoy as Mr. Spock. There was no James T. Kirk to be found — not yet, anyway. The pilot, titled “The Cage,” was a disappointment. NBC executives weren’t about to put it on air, but they decided to order a second pilot after Ball agreed to help finance it. The second pilot starred William Shatner as Captain Kirk, and he was joined again by Leonard Nimoy as Spock. NBC executives liked what they saw. The new pilot, titled “Where No Man Has Gone Before,” was put on NBC’s fall schedule, though it wasn’t the first episode aired on NBC. That honor went to the episode titled “The Man Trap,” which aired on Sept. 8, 1966. While Gene Roddenberry’s original “Star Trek” only lasted three seasons, it went on to become a major TV and film franchise. One of its recent iterations, “Star Trek: Discovery,” is about to enter its third season on the streaming service CBS All Access — all because Lucille Ball saw potential in a little show back in 1965.

Keto Garlic Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

INGREDIENTS

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1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)

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6 slices bacon 1 tbsp butter

3–4 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup heavy cream

4 cups (or 32 oz) Brussels sprouts, bottoms removed and halved 1/2 cup onion, minced (optional) Salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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DIRECTIONS

SUDOKU 6. Pour in heavy cream and stir until simmering. Taste for flavor and add more salt and pepper as need. Drizzle with cheese and bacon. transfer to the oven and bake for 15 minutes or until the Brussels sprouts are tender. 1. Preheat oven to 400 F. 2. Cut bacon into small pieces. 3. Heat a heavy-duty pan (or skillet) to medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook 3–4 minutes until crispy. (Skip this step if using precooked bacon crumbles.) 4. Remove the bacon from the pan. In the same pan add butter, Brussels sprouts, and onion. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. 5. Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic and cook for another 2 minutes.

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

PAGE 1 Fall, a Time for Change and Reflection PAGE 2 How Your Immune System Protects Your Body

PAGE 3 Did You Know Lucille Ball Saved ‘Star Trek’? Keto Garlic Parmesan Brussels Sprouts PAGE 4 The Truth Behind the 21st Night of September

4 Decades of Earth, Wind & Fire’s ‘September’ WHAT HAPPENEDONTHE 21ST NIGHT OF SEPTEMBER?

“Do you remember the 21st night of September?”

White and Willis proved to be excellent songwriting partners, but they clashed over one key element of the song: the nonsensical phrase “ba- dee-ya,” which White included in the chorus. Throughout the songwriting process, Willis begged to change the phrase to real words. At the final vocal session, Willis finally demanded to know what ba-dee-ya meant. White replied, “Who cares?” “I learned my greatest lesson ever in songwriting from him,” Willis recalled in a 2014 interview with NPR, “which was never let the lyric get in the way of the groove.” The groove is why “September” has stood the test of time, right from that very first lyric. For decades, people have asked Willis and members of the band about the significance of Sept. 21. As it turns out, there isn’t much beyond the sound. “We went through all the dates: ‘Do you remember the first, the second, the third, the fourth …’ and the one that just felt the best was the 21st,” Willis explained.

In 1978, Maurice White of the band Earth, Wind & Fire first asked this question in the song “September,” a funky disco song that quickly topped the charts. While disco may be dead today, “September” certainly isn’t. The song is still featured in movies, TV shows, and wedding playlists. On Sept. 21, 2019, the funk hit was streamed over 2.5 million times. It’s no wonder that the Los Angeles City Council declared Sept. 21 Earth, Wind & Fire Day.

The story behind “September” is almost as enduring as the song itself. It was co-written by White and Allee Willis, who eventually became a Grammy- winning songwriter and Tony nominee. But before any of that, Willis was a struggling songwriter in Los Angeles living off food stamps. When White reached out and asked Willis to help write the next Earth, Wind & Fire hit, it was truly her big break.

The truth is that nothing happened on the 21st night of September — except a whole lot of dancing.

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