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     "It is no measure of health to be well adjusted to a profoundly sick society."    -    J. Krishnamurti


The Evolution of Man?
A picture is worth a thousand words: one reason you need chiropractic care!
What Is A Vertebral Subluxation?
Only chiropractic spinal adjustments can eliminate this major health problem.
Chiropractic Aloft
The simplicity of the big idea. By Dr. Tim O'Shea. A must read.
Got Calcium?
Eat your greens: a criticism of the dairy industry ad campaign. Also, the secret to strong bones, with special tips for athletes.
Dr. Palmer vs. Dr. Mayo
Historic confrontation between the chiropractic pioneer and the founder of the Mayo Clinic. Entertaining. From Chirofind.com.
Drivers More Likely to Hit Helmet-Wearing Cyclists
Study from Bath University shows drivers give more room to women cyclists and also those without helmets.
Run for Stronger Bones
Running is 300% better than walking according to a study by the American College of orthopedic Surgeons.
Salt is Essential for Life
Low salt intake can actually be a CAUSE of high blood pressure and other problems. A compilation from various sources.
Is "Wear and Tear" the Cause of Exercise-Related Osteoarthritis?
Another article suggesting that weight-bearing exercise such as running does not damage joint cartilage, as long as muscles are strong and balanced. By Warren Hammer, DC.
Exercise May Improve Cartilage in Arthritic Knees
Don't lose hope - a new study suggests exercise may be good for bad knees. By Rita Jenkins.
The Secret of 'Muscular' Old Age
The amino acid leucine may help prevent muscle break-down. From BBC News.
Diet, Aging,and Muscle
Aging causes a decline in kidney function producing a net loss of nitrogen and an acidic state conducive to muscle and bone loss. Increasing the intake of fruits and vegetables can correct this imbalance. By Joe Friel from www.ultrafit.com.
Rapid Bone Loss
Tour de France Cyclists lose 25% of spinal bone mass in three weeks. Conclusion: exhaustive non-weight bearing exercise may lead to bone loss. Cyclists should incorporate hill climbing, runners upper body weight training, and senior citizens overall resistance training to prevent muscle and bone loss. From www.apho.com.
Shortage of the Flu Vaccine Is a Blessing
There is no proof it works! And 36,000 die each year? No, it's less than 1,000.
Secrets of Healthy, Happy People
Altitude, attitude, diet and life-style
The Use of Anti-Inflammatory Drugs
The risks: delayed healing and life-threatening side effects.
Aging According to George Carlin
The master at his humorous best.
Key to Successful Aging: Have An Agenda!
Amazing Goals of Senior Athletes
Your Breaths Are Numbered
An answer to contemplative types who feel rigorous exercise is incompatible with meditation or equanimity. The connection between "your breaths are numbered" (the East) and "your days are numbered" (the West).
Slow Down to Run Faster
Advice on staying in the aerobic training zone to avoid burnout and injury and achieve better fitness. By Steve Baker.
Walking in America: A Brief History
A link to Common Ground Magazine Online. By Stephen Altschuler.
How Running Made Us Human
Though it is perhaps a bit of a stretch, some researchers suggest that humans evolved because of their need to run long distances. A link to MediLexicon.
Aging Is A Mistake
Well, not entirely! But we CAN reverse inflammation and physically age more slowly. By Raymond Francis, M.Sc. from www.beyondhealth.com.
Natural Ways to Increase HGH and Reverse Aging
Try being a kid again
Useful and Inspiring Books for the Endurance Athlete
Some personal favorites.
MAXIMAL RESULTS WITH MINIMAL EATING!
Amazing endurance results with varied eating regimes
MAXIMAL RESULTS WITH MINIMAL TRAINING!
Amazing endurance results with varied training regimes
Running Fitness in a Nutshell
Tips from the experts to improve running performance
Join the Rat Race!
Aerobic activity increases brain cells related to both movement AND memory: if you don't use it, you lose it.
Think Soy Is Healthy?
A link to an article by Dr. Joseph Mercola critiquing John Robbins' "What About Soy." Dr. Mercola argues that Robbins ignores much about soy that is detrimental to health, and recommends modest amounts of fermented soy products only, such as natto, miso, and tempeh.
Which Came First: The Garden of Eden, Or The Cave?
Thoughts to consider before jumping on the low-carb, paleolithic, animal-food bandwagon. Esoteric.
A Short Primer on Heart Disease
The number one predictor of a heart attack, and what you can do about it (and prevent most other chronic health problems at the same time).
Back to Basics
Eat right, eat less, heal thyself
A Short Note on Aspartame
Avoid "diet" or "light" foods.
Aspartame, Creatine, and Athletics, A Fatal Combination!
A increasingly common cause of sudden death from toxic methanol poisoning. By James Bown, M.D. From www.wnho.org.
Medieval Peasants Had Better Teeth
from www.anova.com.
We Have All Been Poisoned
Harmful effects of mercury from vaccines and dental amalgams. A well-written article by Donald Miller, MD, with highly technical links. From lewrockwell.com.
The Olive Oil Scandal
Surprise - you may not be buying olive oil! By Raymond Francis, M.Sc. From www.beyondhealth.com.




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