subject: The Benefits Of Chiropractic And Weight Loss [print this page] When it comes to weight loss, everyone wants to know what the most effective method is. How could they not? More than half of all adults in America are overweight and are at risk for cardiovascular disease. An estimated 300,000 deaths a year are attributed to diabetes, stroke, and heart disease. This statistic is astounding considering obesity is both preventable and curable.
According to The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, volume 87(1), pages 44-55 , a high protein (30%) and a low carbohydrate (4%) diet helps lose weight. The study suggests that when the body uses ketones instead of glucose for fuel, hunger is decreased. When people are able to eat fewer calories and not feel hungry, they are more apt to stick to a diet.
Weight Loss Studies
The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition study compared the weight loss of two high protein diets. The low carbohydrate group consisted of adult males and they were given 4% carbohydrates. The moderate carbohydrate group also consisted of adult males, but they were given a 35% carbohydrate diet. Both groups found the diet palatable and no significant difference in pleasure was found.
Dr Johnstone, the doctor of the study, warns that other similar studies have shown to do damage to the gut. It was shown that certain bacteria were reduced that could adversely effect one's health.
Also important to note, anyone suffering from kidney disease should avoid a high protein low carbohydrate diet. Ketones are excreted through the urine and can cause harm to the kidneys. The harmful effects have only been present with people who already had a history of kidney disease.
The Struggle of Weight Loss Takes Emotional Toll
For most people, weight loss is a continuous struggle and highly emotional subject. Between horror stories suggesting it is not possible to lose weight and keep it off and people's own doubt they can lose the weight, managing weight loss on your own can be challenging if not impossible.
Did You Know that Chiropractors Offer Nutritional Guidance?
Many studies suggest a multifaceted approach to weight loss. This would include behavior modification, nutritional guidance, and physical activity. This is where a chiropractor team comes in handy.
Chiropractors help patients evaluate their nutritional needs along with their current lifestyle. Evaluating your individual needs is the first step to long-term weight loss success. Along with identifying your specific needs, the chiropractor can offer encouragement and advice.
Chiropractors can offer a variety of weight loss strategies including spinal manipulation, massage, and nutritional advice. Believe it or not, spinal manipulation has been shown effective in weight loss management. Spinal manipulation improves flexibility and takes the pressure off the spinal cord. In addition, the simple act of aligning the spine aides in the absorption of essential nutrients.
Does Massage Really Aide Weight Loss?
Massage works in much the same way. Personally, any excuse for a massage works for me. But massage actually aides in weight loss. It promotes emotional clarity, reduces stress, and has a positive affect on your overall health and well-being.
Finding a chiropractor means doing a little bit of work. Not all chiropractors are the same. When it comes to weight loss, talk to the chiropractor about weight loss. There are "straight" chiropractors that do nothing but align the spine. These types of chiropractors will not be helpful in weight loss. You need to find one that focuses on total body wellness. This means nutrition counseling, spinal manipulation, massage, and physical therapy.
Revealed, According To New Study. ScienceDaily. Retrieved September 4, 2009, from http://www.sciencedaily.com /releases/2008/01/080111210350.html
by: Chris Tomshack
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