Probiotics: These are the good bacteria that are essential for wellness. The human body contains about 90% microorganisms and 10% human cells. Maintaining enough healthy microorganisms or probiotics is required for proper function of the digestive and immune systems. Seventy percent of immune function is in the gut and 99% of neurotransmitters (think brain chemicals), are made in the gut. Pesticides, herbicides, and industrial farming have made the western diet deficient in probiotic bacteria. We also kill many of our probiotic bacteria with poor nutrition, prescription drugs and stress. The only way to get enough is to supplement with a quality probiotic. Look for one that has at least three different strains of bacteria, ideally more, with one of them being S. Boulardii.

Side note, if you are sensitive to gluten or dairy, make sure the product you are getting is safe for you.

If you want more guidance about how to manage your health naturally, call Apex Chiropractic and Wellness Center to schedule a nutritional consultation: (513) 931-4300.

I know many of you have felt this way or know someone that does. They are tired, maybe gained a few pounds (or more) in the past year or so, maybe a little blue or maybe really depressed, they have another complaint or two, some they have lived with for so long they don’t even remember. They have been to the doctor, maybe even several doctors. The kicker is “THEY ARE NOT SICK”.

This is what I call the Gray Zone of Health. This is how many people arrive in our office. Their body isn’t functioning well, but the dysfunction isn’t bad enough to be a disease. But, they need help. This is a great place for lifestyle changes, nutritional advice, and maybe the right supplements. I am not talking about the latest article in a magazine and how it can cure what ails you. I am talking about methodical, individual recommendations based on your health history, your eating habits, and your current health status. This approach is called functional medicine, getting the body functioning at its best, ideally, before it gets to the sick zone (but it works then too). Why wait? You could be in the gray zone of health for years before you are sick enough to have a disease. Why not start now?

If you are ready to move out of the gray zone into good health, call Apex Chiropractic & Wellness Center at (513) 931-4300 for an evaluation today.

Health greatly impacts our vitality and our ability to be our best selves in our lives, including in our families, relationships, recreational activities and work. Eighty percent of diseases in the United States are a result of lifestyle choices. Eighty percent!!!  That means all those little things you know you should be doing but probably aren’t doing, really do matter.

Are you drinking enough water?  Are you getting enough rest?  Are you eating 5-9 servings of vegetables and fruits each day?  If you said no to any of these three questions, you have an easy place to begin making better daily choices.
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