August 2009

ATTENTION: PATIENTS WITH ARTHRITIS & FIBROMYALGIA

Dr. Donna Perillo will be hosting an Arthritis Support Group in the fall.If you suffer from Arthritic pain, please join us.We�ll be discussing different aspects of both Osteoarthritis and Auto Immune Arthritis, as well as Fibromyalgia.Seating is limited and registration is required.For dates and times please call the Pompton Plains office at 973-872-2133.

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Technology can help prevent

back & joint pain before it starts!

Take this test:

1) Do you stand or walk on hard surfaces for more than 4 hours daily?

2) Do you participate regularly in any physical sports (golf, tennis, basketball, bowling, etc.)?

3) Are you age 40 or over?

4) Have you had a prior injury to your knee, back, or neck?

5) Do your shoes wear unevenly?

6) Do you have joint pain while standing, walking, or running?

7) Is one of your legs shorter than the other?

8) Do you have knock-knees or bow legs?

9) Do you have obvious foot problems (bunions, corns, flat feet, etc.)?

10) Do your feet �toe out� when you�re walking?

Don�t wait for pain to tell you there�s a problem!

If you answered yes to any of these questions,

tell one of the doctors!

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10 TIPS FOR BREAST CANCER PREVENTION

Source: www.dynamicchiropractic.com

1. Don�t eat high-fat animal foods (except fish).Eating less red meat, pork, and dairy products (except low fat) is the first vital step in reducing breast cancer risk.These foods are high in saturated fat and contain a polyunsaturated fat known as AA (arachidonic acid) that can increase your risk for breast cancer.

2. Stay lean.It is a fact that women who are overweight after menopause have a three times greater incidence of breast cancer than women who are at their ideal weight.

3. Perform a minimum of 30 minutes of endurance exercise, five times per week.Numerous studies indicate that active women have a lower incidence of breast cancer.

4. Take a high-potency multiple vitamin containing vitamin E succinate and vitamin D.According to investigative studies, vitamin E succinate has important anti-cancer properties.Other studies indicate that women with vitamin D blood levels above 85 nmol/L have a lower risk of developing breast cancer.

5. Drink less alcohol.The Nurses� Health Study and other research shows that women who consume more than one alcoholic drink each day may double their risk of breast cancer and colon cancer.The National Cancer Institute states that alcohol consumption is the second most significant environmental cause of cancer, after cigarette smoking.

6. Take supplements to get omega-3 fats.Studies have shown that women with higher levels of omega-3 fat in their breast cells have less risk of developing breast cancer, compared to women with lower breast levels of the omega-3 fats.Supplements with omega-3 fats include fish oil, flaxseed oil, and borage seed oil.Eating fish twice a week will also boost your body�s omega-3 levels.

7. Get a daily dose of cruciferous vegetables.Research demonstrates that consuming cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, bok choy) on a regular basis can prevent breast cancer in women.These vegetables contain a unique molecule called the indole-3 carbinol, which helps the body detoxify cancer-causing agents.

8. Consider supplements with curcumin and other natural anti-inflammatory agents.About 25% of breast cancer cases are caused by genetic reasons.Scientists have found that the natural agent called curcumin may silence the genetic factors that can cause breast cancer to develop in some women.Ask your doctor for more information.

9. Take two heaping tablespoons of ground flaxseed each day.Studies have demonstrated that 50 gm of ground flaxseed per day can reverse cell activity associated with breast cancer development and progression.Sprinkle it onto cereal, or mix into lowfat yogurt, juice, or a protein shake.

10. Eat at least one serving of soy food each day.Breast cancer rates are 75% lower in countries where soy foods are a main staple of the daily diet.Soy exhibits a number of anti-cancer properties, but there is some controversy about soy and breast cancer.A recent study showed that giving breast cancer patients 200 mg per day of soy supplements helped shrink the tumors while patients were awaiting surgery.

It�s important to speak with your doctors about these strategies.Seek the guidance of a health care professional before exercising, dieting, and using supplements.

Condition of the Month: Losing Sleep

Getting enough sleep is a critical part of maintaining good health.Here are three

tips to help you fall asleep and stay asleep soundly:

1)Stick to a Routine: Conditioning your body to sleep at a certain time and for a certain length of time increases your chances of waking up feeling refreshed.Giving your body routine hints that bedtime is coming is also helpful; take a warm bath, read a book, or listen to soft music.

2)Balance Light & Dark: Sunlight helps regulate your body�s sleep cycle and stimulates the production of melatonin, a hormone that regulates the sleep cycle.On the other hand, when you�re getting ready for sleep, limit light sources by pulling the shades, turning off the lights, and closing doors.

3)Don�t Drink, Don�t Smoke: When it comes to sleep, drinking alcohol and smoking have profound consequences.Alcohol may help you fall asleep, but after it�s metabolized it won�t keep you asleep.In fact, once the body processes the sugar found in alcohol, it can wake you up.And nicotine in cigarettes is a stimulant- perfect for keeping you awake all night long.

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