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Weber Family Chiropractic - Weekly Health
Tip January 18, 2021 |
Dear patient and
friend,
In the journals I
read I often come across new developments in the science of chiropractic. However, people like you never become aware of
these important ideas since the media reports so little of it.
Therefore I’ve taken
yet upon myself to keep you informed of crucial breakthroughs because I know
how important they can be to you, your family and friends. As your doctor, I believe it’s part of my
sacred trust. So for your information
and consideration, here are these unique and revolutionary developments.
When it comes to weight
loss, we may never quite know whether one dietary strategy works better than
another. Low fat, low carb, high fat, high protein – any combination could be
effective, depending on which study and success stories you read.
In general, seniors
don't want to lose weight unless they're heavy to begin with, because the
natural aging process tends to make seniors thinner, weaker and more prone to
functional deficits that can restrict activity and lead to injury.
However, for obese seniors, weight loss is
essential to help maintain mobility and reduce health risks that can prove
fatal, particularly at an older age.
So, which weight-loss
dietary strategy works best in this case? A recent study evaluated just
that, with one group of obese seniors participating in an eight-week
low-carbohydrate, high-fat dietary intervention (only 10 percent of calories
from carbs, 25 percent from protein and 65 percent from fat), and a second
group continuing their standard lower-fat diet (55 percent of calories from
carbs, 25 percent from protein, 20 percent from fat).
After eight weeks,
seniors in the low-carb group had lost nearly 10 percent of total fat compared
with under 3 percent in the second group. The low-carb group also achieved
greater improvements in insulin sensitivity and "good" cholesterol,
and greater reductions in fasting insulin and triglycerides, compared to the
low-fat group.
According to the study
authors, writing about their findings in Nutrition & Metabolism, an estimated 35
percent of seniors ages 65 and older are obese. Considering the health impact
of obesity at any age, but particularly as we get older, effective dietary
interventions are critical. Getting old is challenging enough without letting
weight compromise your health and wellness even more.
Take back the power
today. If you're a senior struggling with weight, talk to your doctor about
whether a low-carb, high-fat diet is right for you – in conjunction, of course,
with a low-impact exercise routine that helps burn calories and maintain /
build muscle safely.
Dr. Scott Weber
Weber Family
Chiropractic
217.243.5438
P.S. Have you tried Bio-Freeze yet??? If not, ask us for a FREE sample on your next
visit.
Maintenance and
regular treatments keep the body functioning properly. As a result, I have no
pain and no arthritis, or major health problems.
Jean
S.
Jacksonville
Ringing in
ears-dizziness, and motion sickness gone after 8 months of treatment, after
about 10 years of trouble. My hip use to slip out of place, now only
rarely. Dr. Weber also treats my sinus,
which gives me much relief. My adjustments also help me with my arthritis
problems.
Leta
H.
Jacksonville