John Avard Chiropractic Center

11/29/2025

How do we ensure we have a sufficient amount of this critical mineral that is so depleted in our soils and as such difficult to obtain from food? We can add it to our food in the form of unrefined salt, soak in it in our baths, take it orally as a supplement, or transdermally with lotions and oils. Please read this article we published in our Wise Traditions journal to learn more: https://bit.ly/criticalmineralpost

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11/23/2025

They should add these to the list: Fluoridated water/toothpates/mouthwashes; phyto-estrogen loaded soy products/additives; vaccinations; sugar overload; excessive carbohydrates; low water consumption; and more

Doctors are raising alarms after a growing number of young people are showing health problems typically seen in much older adults. Physicians report early signs of joint deterioration, chronic fatigue, hormone imbalance, and metabolic issues appearing in patients as young as their late teens and twenties. Many describe it as a “rapid aging effect,” where the bodies of young adults are breaking down far earlier than expected.

Specialists say several factors may be driving this trend. Sedentary lifestyles, processed diets, chronic stress, poor sleep, and constant digital overload are straining the body’s systems long before adulthood is fully established. Some young patients show inflammation levels comparable to seniors, while others develop conditions like back pain, hypertension, and insulin resistance decades ahead of schedule. Doctors note that these issues are becoming common enough to be considered a broader public health concern.

The emotional toll is just as significant. Many young adults feel confused or discouraged as they struggle with health challenges they never anticipated. Physicians stress that early intervention is key; lifestyle changes, better nutrition, movement, and stress management can often reverse or slow the decline. But they warn that without awareness, more young people may continue deteriorating long before their time.

This emerging pattern is prompting researchers to rethink how modern environments affect long-term health. The idea that youth automatically equals resilience is being challenged — and doctors hope the warnings will encourage a shift toward healthier habits before early aging becomes the new normal.

11/18/2025

Listening with one earphone may seem harmless, but medical experts warn it can actually damage your hearing over time. Our ears are built to work in pairs, processing sound together in a balanced way. When you use only one earbud, all the sound pressure is forced into a single ear, increasing the risk of hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), and long-term sensitivity problems. Many people turn up the volume when using only one earphone — and that extra loudness can accelerate the damage.

Moreover, because your brain expects stereo input, using one earphone disrupts natural sound processing. This can lead to auditory fatigue, concentration issues, and reduced spatial awareness — especially while walking or driving. Doctors recommend lowering the volume, switching between ears, or simply using both earbuds at safe volumes. What feels convenient now may quietly affect your hearing years later, so a little care today can protect your ears for the future.

11/16/2025

11/16/2025

Negative thinking doesn’t just affect your mood—it physically alters your brain. Studies from major neuroscience centers show that chronic worry and rumination flood the brain with cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone. When cortisol stays high for long periods, it damages neurons, shrinks the hippocampus (your memory center), and weakens the prefrontal cortex, which controls logic, focus, and emotional stability. Over time, this slow chemical attack leads to poorer decision-making, heightened anxiety, and early cognitive decline.

What makes this even more dangerous is how negativity rewires the brain. Repeated pessimistic thoughts carve deeper neural pathways around fear, doubt, and worst-case scenarios, making these patterns automatic. Your brain literally becomes trained to look for danger—whether it’s real or not. But because the brain is plastic, the cycle can be reversed. Mindfulness, gratitude practices, reframing thoughts, and surrounding yourself with emotionally healthy people strengthen new neural circuits that protect memory, boost resilience, and improve long-term brain health.

11/16/2025

The human mind can literally strengthen the body without a single physical repetition. Research from the American Physiological Society shows that mentally rehearsing weight-lifting activates many of the same neural circuits used during real movement. This process strengthens the brain-to-muscle connection, improving motor pathways and increasing muscle output — even when the muscles aren’t physically contracting. In the study, participants who only visualized lifting weights increased muscle strength by over 13%, purely through mental focus.

This breakthrough reveals how powerful visualization can be for athletes, patients in rehabilitation, and anyone looking to improve performance. Mental training enhances coordination, muscle recruitment, and confidence, making the brain a hidden tool for physical transformation. When intention becomes consistent practice, the mind doesn’t just guide the body — it upgrades it.

11/16/2025

Chronic people-pleasing isn’t just an emotional habit — it can become a biological burden. When someone constantly suppresses their needs, avoids conflict, and lives to satisfy others, the body enters a long-term stress response. This keeps cortisol elevated, disrupts hormone balance, and weakens immune regulation.

Psychoneuroimmunology research shows that emotional suppression activates the same pathways involved in chronic inflammation. Over time, this confusion in the immune system can increase the risk of autoimmune reactions — where the body mistakenly attacks its own cells.

What looks like “being nice” on the outside can quietly drain mental energy, overload the nervous system, and create physical consequences inside the body.
Protecting your health starts with boundaries — not burnout.

11/16/2025

A new large-scale study suggests that eating one or more eggs per week may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease by nearly 47%. Eggs contain high levels of choline, a vital nutrient that supports brain function, memory formation, and healthy cell communication. Choline also helps the body produce acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter essential for learning and focus — and low acetylcholine levels have long been associated with cognitive decline.

Researchers emphasize that no single food can prevent Alzheimer’s on its own, but nutrient-rich habits can make a meaningful difference over time. The findings highlight how small, consistent dietary choices — like adding an extra egg to your weekly meals — may help protect long-term brain health. Sometimes the simplest foods offer surprisingly powerful benefits.

12/08/2023

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11/03/2023

09/19/2022

A new study from researchers at Dartmouth College found that when it comes to intense gym workouts and mental health, less may be more. Participants in the study who exercised at a low intensity performed better at some memory tasks than those who worked out intensely. And...

09/08/2022

Iodine is very important for thyroid hormone production. Insufficient iodine intake can lead to health issues, including hypothyroidism. You can use this simple test at home to find out if you need to focus on getting more iodine in your diet. Supplies: Pen/paper 2% U.S.P Iodine Tincture (like this)...