Better Life Chiropractic & Wellness

01/03/2026

Our metabolism is responsible for providing the fuel for all other systems.

Some of those systems take more energy - the brain and immune systems for example - and these are among the first systems to show symptoms when our energy levels start to drop.

When we provide our system with the proper building blocks, these systems start to function in a whole different way.

If you're curious about what you need to optimize your function, we offer specialized labs that help us see - not just what you're taking in - but what your body is actually able to get into the cells.

That can be the difference between success and frustration.

01/03/2026

You know the cycle.

You were an athlete growing up. You could eat whatever you wanted, play hard, and wake up feeling great.

But now? You’re in the 30-50 range.

You have a family. You have stress. You try to "get back in shape" every January 1st.

The stats say 23% of you will quit by next week.

40% by the end of January.

By mid-February - "Quitters' Day" - you’ll be back on the couch, exhausted, nursing a flared-up injury, wondering where your vitality went.

Here is the hard truth: You are trying to run a sprint on a flat tire.

The "healthcare" system has failed you. They told you to just "exercise more" or gave you a pill to hide the pain.

But they didn't fix the alignment.

They didn't address why you are fatiguing at 2 PM.

They didn't look at the 𝘳𝘰𝘰𝘵 𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦.

Resolutions rely on willpower. We rely on physiology.

Look in the comments to see how your energy levels stack up...

01/03/2026

As a society we have become obsessed with our hormone levels.

"What's my testosterone level?"

"Do you think it's my cortisol?"

"Are my hormones to blame?"

In many cases, the answer to these questions are, "Yes, those may be problematic".

That's not the most important question though.

We have to start asking ourselves, "𝘞𝘩𝘺, are those levels thrown off?".

When we look at health trends, we see massive changes in the health of our reproductive system happening since the 1970's. This is happening in women's health as well. And it is a major concern for the future of society.

The question is, what's the cause and how can we avoid this fate?

Toxicity is likely linked as we have increasing numbers of chemicals threatening our health.

We also, at the same time, have decreasing nutritional value in our food.

When we can avoid these toxins, support our body's ability to get rid of said toxins, and provide it with the nutrients it needs to optimize our system - our body is capable of amazing things.

Like all journeys, though, we have to take that first step.

01/02/2026

You are saving for a retirement you might not be able to enjoy.

We spend decades obsessed with our 401(k)s, our home equity, and our savings accounts. We want "Financial Freedom" when we get older.

But we completely neglect our "Physical Freedom."

Here is the cold, hard reality: A million dollars in the bank doesn't mean much if you don't have the 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘵𝘩 to carry your own groceries, the 𝘣𝘢𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 to walk on the beach without fear, or the 𝘮𝘰𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 to get down on the floor and play with your grandkids.

Movement is the currency of aging.

If you stop depositing "movement checks" into your account at 40, 50, or 60... you are going to run out of funds by 70.

But here is the good news (and the science): It is never too late to start making "catch-up deposits".

Research shows that even people in their 80s and 90s can build muscle mass and improve neurological balance with the right stimulus. The body is adaptable until the very last day.

We don’t just treat pain. We build "Physical Wealth."

Don't retire broken. Retire strong.

01/02/2026

There is a wild area of research happening right now called "Enteral Ventilation via A**s" (EVA).

The short version: Scientists have discovered that mammals (pigs and mice were the test subjects) have the ability to absorb oxygen through their re**um in emergencies.

Why? Because the lining down there is incredibly thin and packed with blood vessels - similar to your lungs.

In studies, when these animals were in severe respiratory failure, scientists were able to keep them alive by administering highly oxygenated liquids… through the back door.

Why does this matter? (Besides being hilarious)

Researchers are looking at this as a potential life-saving backup system for humans in dire situations - like when ventilators aren't enough during severe lung infections. It’s a desperate measure to buy critical time.

The Takeaway: The human body is absolutely wildly resilient. It has backup systems for its backup systems.

Are we going to be adding anything like this in the near future?

Absolutely not. We prefer getting oxygen to your brain the old-fashioned way: fixing your mechanics, improving your posture, and optimizing your neurology.

But it just goes to show that sometimes the answer to better health is hidden in the places you least expect it.

01/02/2026

Despite our best efforts, as humans we often make mistakes.

Instead of reaching for sugary beverages, like soda, people with diabetes often reach for their "zero-sugar" alternatives.

Research is pointing that this may be driving another health crisis.

Artificial sweeteners - which are being added to more and more foods and promoted as "natural" - are being linked with increased weight gain, insulin resistance and cardiovascular challenges (namely clotting disorders).

Even though these foods might be taken in periodically, they can stay in our systems longer than other types of chemicals - adding another layer to the danger.

Instead of reaching for a lower-sugar alternative, look for a natural food (fruit, for example) that will quench your desire without these bigger health consequences.

01/01/2026

No matter the resolutions you set for yourself - we are cheering for you to get there.

Let's make 2026 the best year yet.

Happy New Year!!!

01/01/2026

We’ve turned the calendar to 2026.

My question for you is: What are you doing differently this year to improve your health?

In this video, Dr. Jeff Cumro breaks down the foundational blueprint to help you make 2026 your healthiest year ever. We move past "New Year's Resolutions" and dive into a tangible lifestyle plan that increases your energy, improves your resilience, and reverses chronic issues.

We cover the exact changes you need to make in your diet, the "10% rule" for exercise, why your car battery explains your hydration needs, and why "reducing stress" is actually bad advice.

In this video, we cover:
00:00 - Introduction: Moving beyond theory to action
01:30 - Diet: Processed vs. Natural & Cellular Water
03:07 - Hydration: The "Battery Analogy" & Dr. Jeff’s rule of thumb
05:07 - Exercise: The 10% Rule & The Weekend Warrior trap
08:40 - Sleep: Deep Sleep, REM, and the Glymphatic System
10:40 - The Energy Equation for Healing
12:13 - Stress: Why "Reducing Stress" fails (and what to do instead)

01/01/2026

This is a jaw-dropping stat, but it isn't the most important part of this...

Adults often spend 8-11 hours a day - outside of work - on screens!

One of the most common concerns I hear is "Doc, when am I supposed to do this, I don't have time?".

We have more time than we realize, we just use it in different ways.

When we re-allocate our expenditures of time, we see that our focus improves.

Our emotions become more level (many of the things we do on screens drive the impulsive and emotional areas of our brain to work harder).

Our sleep improves.

And, we open up time in the day to do things that are more conducive to improving our lives (and our health).

12/31/2025

12/31/2025

It is easy to look at a newborn baby and see how vulnerable they are.

That's not the whole truth, though.

We are born with a set of skills that help us develop our neurological systems to that next level - much like your phone gets updates.

The sad fact is that when we don't get enough stimulation, these reflexes can fail to go away - leaving us stuck with our more primitive "software" running the show.

This might show up as focus issues, behavioral issues, immune challenges/allergies, sleep struggles and more.

These "updates" can be performed later on in life, though, with the proper treatment, leading to better focus, memory, decision-making, immune function and more.

If you're ready to take your health to the next level, let's start with an examination to see if your "software" is up to date.

12/31/2025

There is a research paper published in the BMJ Open (not the quoted paper, but they came up with very similar outcomes) that every single person in pain needs to read.

It analyzed thousands of patients with back pain. And it found something that should be on the front page of every newspaper in America.

The Stat: Patients who saw a chiropractor first for their pain had 90% decreased odds of early and long-term opioid use.*

90%.

Think about that.

If you go the "Standard Route" - the GP, the urgent care, the quick fix - you are stepping onto a conveyor belt that too frequently ends in a pill bottle.

And we all know how that story ends. It doesn't fix the problem. It just numbs the sensor while the engine keeps burning, setting these people up for chronic pain - pain that becomes more and more difficult to eliminate.

But if you choose the "Active Route" - if you choose to physically address the mechanical problem with Chiropractic care - your risk of falling into that trap drops to almost zero.

We don’t just "crack backs." We break cycles.

We see two types of people in our clinic:

People who want relief right now.

People who want to make sure they are still moving freely in 20 years.

Both of them have one thing in common: They refuse to mask their symptoms.

If you are dealing with pain, you have a choice right now. You can numb it. Or you can work to restore function.

(Source: Kazis et al. BMJ Open 2019)