Dr Greg Dahl - Chiropractor - Newsletter June 2005

The first wealth is health.

Ralph Waldo Emerson

My Spinal Column
Recently I attended a seminar which reminded me of the importance of the issues I’ve discussed in previous columns such as keeping your skeletal structure in alignment, properly attending to your spiritual needs and making a commitment to supporting your health through good nutrition. Another factor to consider on the road to healthier living, of course, is what you are doing with your mind. At this same seminar, a new book about cell biology research, jumped out at me.

The Biology of Belief by Bruce Lipton, describes how we change on a cellular level by changing what we believe about ourselves. He describes how genes are impacted by what occurs outside of the cell. Beliefs, says Lipton, whether positive or negative, directly affect our genetic makeup. Belief creates biology. For instance, what happens if we live in a constant state of “fight or flight”? Chronic, high-intensity stress begins to debilitate our immune system and disease sets in. Our cells react to the toxicity of our negative beliefs. Conversely, our cells will function well when we have beliefs that support health, happiness and peace of mind. There are many ways we can achieve such health. We can identify if we are stressed, the cause of that stress and how we want to go about healing, regenerating and comforting ourselves. When we pay attention to our thoughts and take time to tap into our Source Energy, health will be a natural outcome of those endeavors. Hands-on health practices such as chiropractic and massage help support your parasympathetic nervous system and draw you away from the sympathetic (fight or flight) response that is a result of constantly living in stress. Meditation and prayer are mindful ways of nourishing positive beliefs which support your health. Paying attention to the state of your relationships is one more path you can take toward optimal health.

Here’s to your health!

Dr. Greg Dahl

Vol 3 Issue 1

Kate Moore, Editor

Dr. Dahl's Book Recommendations

The Biology of Belief: Unleashing the Power of Consciousness, Matter and Miracles

by Bruce Lipton, Ph.D.

This book challenges the idea that our DNA determines our destiny. Author Bruce Lipton, a research scientist, tells us that we can change our health on a cellular level by changing the beliefs that we hold.

Claiming Your Place At The Fire: Living the Second Half of Your Life on Purpose

by Richard Leider and David Shapiro

Where have you been? How does the first half of your life inform your movement into your elder years? Leider and Shapiro offer inspiration to help you find purpose as you enter the second half of life.

Community Wellness Resource:
Ed Juda
Ed Juda is a Certified Massage Therapist who specializes in therapeutic deep tissue work. He was trained at the Minneapolis School of Massage and Bodywork and has been in private practice for eight years. He has received additional training in Reiki and Myofascial Release. Catering to the specific needs of each client, Ed works with accident victims and also treats marathon runners who he says, “Can’t even walk down stairs after a race.” Ed has also treated dancers, gymnasts, ice skaters and even an opera singer. However, he serves a broad range of people and says, “Anyone who has a body is my client.”

“I like that I get to help people,” says Ed. “Being a massage therapist allows me to be involved in a person’s life where I get to make a positive impact.” Clients appreciate that Ed performs massages in their own homes. “They really like that they can slip on a robe,” says Ed, “and melt into a puddle and not have to worry about dealing with traffic after I leave them.”

All a client needs is an open, six- by ten-foot area in which Ed can set up his massage table. He provides all the linens, a bolster and oils. Ed uses fragrance-free jojoba oils, which he says, are mild, good for a person’s skin and which present no sensitivity issues to his clients. Ed does most of his work during evening hours and on weekends, though he is available for bookings at any time of the day. He also will travel to the outer reaches of the metro area. The cost for a one hour session is $60 or as Ed says, “A dollar a minute.” He also offers one-and-a-half-hour sessions which include stretching and more concentrated work on specific areas. There is a special rate of $75 for those sessions.

To make an appointment with Ed, please call 612-374-0858.

Greens First™
Current research suggests that we each need 5 or more daily servings of dark green vegetables and colorful fruits to achieve optimal health. Dr. Dahl recommends Greens First™, a super food powder, as an efficient alternative for those of us who are not able to include fresh vegetables and fruit in our diet on a regular basis. Greens First™ consists of fruit, vegetable and barley grass juice powders that are dried in a way that preserves the natural enzymes of raw juice. Start your day by mixing one scoop of Greens First™ with eight-ounces of water for a tasty and health-inducing start to your healthy-living program.

Call Dr. Dahl at 612-823-1702 for ordering information. Visit greensfirst.com for detailed information about Greens First™.

Do you belong to a professional, community or service group?
Dr. Dahl is available to speak to your group about chiropractic, skeletal and muscle care, healthy nutrition and the importance of exercise. Please call 612-823-1702 to schedule a speaking engagement.

Resource Reminder
Check previous issues of the Dahl Chiropractic Newsletter for educational articles, wellness resources and product information.

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