theconnectionsnj.com PAGE 40 DINING OUT HEALTH & WELLNESS Call our center at 908-252-0242 for a complimentary consultation to see how NMR can assist you in reaching your health and wellness goals. NMRNJ.com | (908) 252-0242 | 399 Campus Drive, Somerset Regain your Health and Restore your Strength for Life! Dr. Vince Sferra, DC DIBCN Founder of Natural Medicine and Rehabilitation At NMR, the reasons for your health concerns will be comprehensively assessed and a care plan designed to address all aspects of your condition. Care plans may include: • Medical Weight Loss • Hormonal and Metabolic Optimization • Acupuncture • Physical Therapy • Occupational Therapy • Chiropractic • Functional Medicine • Nutrition Counseling • Onero for Osteoporosis • Biofeedback Therapy • Shock Wave Therapy (EPAT) 3322 Route 22 West, Suite 1207-1208, Branchburg, NJ 08876 908- 218- 0300 908-218-0301 (fax) www.branchburgoralsurgery.com We Accept Most Major PPO Dental Plans Karl Maloney, D.D.S. Board Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon Wisdom Teeth Dental Implants Bone Grafting General Anesthesia 3D Cone Beam CT Oral Pathology Facial Trauma Dr. Sferra is board certified in Chiropractic Medicine and Chiropractic Neurology, a Certified Clinical Nutritionist and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certified by the National Strength & Conditioning Association. He is the founder and Clinic Director of Natural Medicine & Rehabilitation. Optimizing immune function is not solely about taking a vitamin. A strong, resilient immune system is largely predicated on consistent lifestyle-based habits that support and maintain strong immune defenses all year long. Please understand that this doesn’t happen overnight, and that acquiring and maintaining these lifestyle-based habits day after day is what prepares an immune system for battle. • Step 1 - Reduce the effects of stress on your body and mind with daily action steps that effectively temper the negative effects of stress. Be aware of the worry, anger and catastrophizing that we are guilty of all too much. These things have absolutely been shown to weaken immune function. • Step 2 - Sleep 7-9 hours. This is possibly the most critical of the lifestyle habits to improve on for the sake of our immune health. Preferably, have a sleep schedule at optimal times in synchronization with night/day rhythms. • Step 3 - Workout every day. Super immune booster. Once in good shape, be rigorous! Just don’t overdo it as that can weaken your immune system over time. • Step 4 Spinal Manipulations: Research has shown optimizing movement of the spine enhances overall immune function. Spinal column movement is essential for circulation of blood and CSF in the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). • Step 5 - Keep all toxins out of your life as best possible. This includes all junk that we eat and drink. Know that ‘junk food’ is a misnomer. There is food and there is junk. Feed your body food! Also, be careful of cosmetics, cleaning products, etc. In an attempt to look good and be clean, we may be toxifying our bodies and brains. Know the effects of what you put into AND onto your body. • Step 6 - Healthy real food diet. A lot and diverse amounts of fibrous vegetables and fruit. These foods are critical for a healthy microbiome (good gut bacteria). A healthy and strong microbiome is critical to a strong immune system. They are also rich in natural anti-oxidants. Limit high sugar fruits like bananas, mango, grapes and pineapple. o Good quality protein at each main meal. o Snack on wholesome unprocessed nuts, seeds and berries. o Limit grains and dairy. o Do not skip meals. Throwing off your blood sugar is bad for the immune system. o Drink plenty of pure clean water. Hydrate and detoxify every day. • Step 7 - Vitamins: Supplementation is a healthy option, but only to compliment a healthy and immune boosting lifestyle. Here are some key supplements known to support immune function: o High quality multi-vitamin & multi-mineral supplement o Vitamin C 2000 mg/day o Vitamin A 10,000 iu/day o Vitamin D 2000-4000 iu/day o NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) 2000 mg/day o Zinc glycinate 20-40 mg/day o There are some herbs that are great too. Dr. Sferra is board certified in Chiropractic Medicine & Chiropractic Neurology, a Certified Clinical Nutritionist & is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist certified by the National Strength & Conditioning Association. He is the founder and Clinic Director of Natural Medicine & Rehabilitation. Schedule an appointment to learn more about immune function and the steps you can take to fully strengthen yours. 908-252-0242 HEALTH HOTLINE Immune Boosting Strategies o High quality multi-vitamin & multi-min
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