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What steps can we take to help patients regain nueroplasticity? You might be surprise by the answer. Dr. Datis Kharrazian explains on the
What steps can we take to help patients regain nueroplasticity? You might be surprise by the answer. Dr. Datis Kharrazian explains on the Functional Forum.
#functionalforum #goevomed Datis Kharrazian, DHSc, DC, MS
Dr. Datis Kharrazian is one of Dr. Jay Sordean’s teachers of many years.
#TheRedwoodClinic #JaySordean For more information about functional medicine at The Redwood Clinic, go to http://www.theredwoodclinic.com/best-functional-medicine-berkeley/
Are there Different “Types” of Alzheimer’s? We asked Dr. Dale Bredesen on the Functional Forum.#functionalforum #goevomed Dr. Dale Bred
Are there Different “Types” of Alzheimer’s? We asked Dr. Dale Bredesen on the Functional Forum.
#functionalforum #goevomed Dr. Dale Bredesen
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Foundational Nutrition Organic Food and Multipure Water
Foundational Nutrition Organic Food and Multipure Water
(NOTE: Thoughts induced by sitting in a workshop on Morphogenic Field Technique on Saturday March 17, 2018)
Our food and foundational nutrition is the basis for our health. We put things into our body and the body has to rely on that for nutrition. Organic is important in food selection as other foods are more laden with pesticides, herbicides, and genetic components from bacterial and viruses. The latter are found in the genetically modified organism’s (GMO) DNA. (Let’s talk more about this topic of Foundational Nutrition Organic Food and Multipure Water.)
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Funny that we have to classify foods as “organic” or not, because before the advent of artificial and synthetic pesticides and herbicides being used on agricultural lands and plants. Before the creation and use of those artificial and synthetic chemicals, ALL food was organic.
Genetically engineered wheat was first created in 1970. Prior to that there was organic wheat. Now, it is much harder to find non-engineered wheat.
The GMOs were designed to make pesticides and herbicides more effective. A primary one that the plant DNA has been modified for is ROUND-UP. And that agricultural poison has been around a long long time. It was becoming less effective and more was being used. Then the toxicity concentrations increased to the point that quick symptoms developed and regulatory standards were being violated. So the professional agricultural industry combined pesticide and herbicide chemistry with Genetic chemistry in the plant. But we are actually using 1500 times more Round-up now than was ever originally improved. FIFTEEN HUNDRED TIMES!
Where are the pesticides and herbicides? The goal is to have them applied just to the plant and the field. However, they are applied in an aerosolized form, and so they are floating in the air and get carried by weather to a very large area beyond the field.
Thus, we are all exposed to pesticides and herbicides, if for no other reason that we all occupy space and breathe air. Of course, we don’t want to introduce pesticides and herbicides in our body. They are not organic and they are not good for our body. Period. So, while we can’t avoid the chemicals in the air and soil we move over and through, we can try to avoid the pesticides and herbicides still on the plants (and in the animal products we eat that also ate plants).
Foundational Nutrition Organic Food and Multipure Water
So, the whole point of this is to remind each of us, you and me, that the basis of health and health care starts with foundational nutrition. Water is also a foundational nutrition. My purpose as a natural medicine doctor is to help you achieve optimal health and vitality. That is why I say “Eat as organically as you can afford.” And “Use a Multipure Filtration System to keep the toxins in tap water out of your body.”
Those two points are foundational medicine. Every medical practitioner and organization should be using these principles as the first thing they suggest to you for health care.
You can get your Multipure Filtration System through this office by ordering at http://multipureusa.com/redwoodclinic or calling us at 510-849-1176. Multipure Independent Distributor ID#: 432075
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Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Autism
Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Function in Autism
Reseach in autism clinics and scientific studies show that there are many underlying causes of autism. These factors and the environment effect genes that may predispose an individual to manifesting symptoms and behaviors of autism. When your mitochondria are not working right, the energy necessary for the brain to work right, this mitochondrial dysfunction will lead to underfunctioning and malfunctioning of the brain. This is often overlooked in the typical doctor visit related to autism. However, there are clear clinical proofs of the positive turn-around of children with autism when the mitochondrial dysfunction is addressed.
Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Function in Autism
Of course, there are other factors proven to be related to autism and how to mitigate and even reverse it. Besides mitochondrial Dysfunction and Autism, there are other things that must be looked at in a comprehensive approach. Such as the intestinal flora, mold overgrowth, damage due to repeated antibiotic use, deficiencies in various vitamins and minerals, food allergies, fight or flight system overactivity, brain-gut inflammation factors, environmental toxins, and structural issues such as meningeal compression.
At The Redwood Clinic we look at all these factors (including mitochondrial Dysfunction and Autism) in a comprehensive fashion when helping our patients with brain-related dysfunction and related behaviors.
Call us for an appointment at 510-849-1176
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New Year’s Resolutions 2018
New Year’s Resolutions 2018
Happy New Year!
I hope that this is the best year ever for you – your HEALTH, your PROSPERITY, your RELATIONSHIPS. It’s time for New Year’s Resolutions!
Like you, I do some reflection on the past year and then look to the future again.
So, this begins the second year in my new clinic location, 1720 Bancroft Way, Berkeley 94703.
My many clinical successes depend on you. As always, I appreciate your support, your referrals, and your YELP and GOOGLE reviews. With all three I am able to be there for you with the latest and best solutions to help you be the best you are.
New Year’s Resolutions 2018
Did you set your New Year’s resolutions?
The new year is a great time to think about healthy weight loss, detoxification, and supportive relationships. I have special programs that can help you with all three.
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Links to Information are at the bottom of this page.
And with respect to Seasonality, Winter is a time of biological hibernation. It is a great time to build up reserves of energy. Blocked energy can prevent your organs from working well. Acupuncture can help to get the Qi (CHI) moving so that it can be stored in the right places. AND, water filtration can reduce the added pollutants from getting into your body, causing brain cell damage and degeneration.
Please call the office for your winter tune-up or for support in detoxification and weight loss.
I’m at the same number as for the last 25 years: 510-849-1176
Warm regards,
Dr. Jay Sordean
PS: If you haven’t had your personality report done to massively improve your communication style, please call us with your email so we can send you a $97 GIFT!
For weight loss guidance: https://youtu.be/RhbsR_-Mdqo
For detoxification guidance (it also helps with weight loss): https://youtu.be/oXjBGTAsABU
For supporting your relationship communication: http://www.mybankcode.com/drjay
For preventing Alzheimer’s: https://youtu.be/CHrpvv6L7Zw
Acupuncture Back Pain Berkeley San Francisco
Acupuncture Back Pain Berkeley San Francisco
Steve Kerr, Golden State Warriors basketball team coach, is sidelined due to back pain. Maybe he didn’t know about Acupuncture Back Pain Berkeley San Francisco at The Redwood Clinic. In the EAST BAY TIMES today Steve Kerr is quoted as saying “It’s just discomfort and pain and it’s no fun. And I can tell you if you’re listening out there, if you have a back problem stay away from back surgery.” Dr. Jay Sordean has been helping patients avoid back surgery with his comprehensive evaluations and treatments. This is based on more than 33 years clinical experience. In fact, many of his patient avoided surgery that was suggested more than 20 years ago. They are still going strong. Their testimonials are found in various places on this website.
Acupuncture Back Pain Berkeley San Francisco
What makes acupuncture for back pain so effective at The Redwood Clinic? First of all, it starts with a thorough history and examination. Many other offices and
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insurance plans allow only enough time for a cursory review. And, many others do not have the expertise to evaluate back pain problems properly. Especially when the dictates of payment schedules give a doctor no more than a couple of minutes to do the exam. Sorry, but so much is missed with the simplistic exams many offices do because they lack the thorough training and expertise that Dr. Jay has. Sorry to be so blunt, but it is true. There are so many reasons for back pain to occur, and to simply say it is a “bladder meridian” problem is a short change and is almost as symbolic as simply labelling the back pain as “sciatica.” Dr. Jay goes into greater discussion on some of the major causes in his introduction to acupuncture and back pain lecture found on youtube.
B= Blood circulation enhancement to speed up healing
A=activate the body’s own natural pain chemicals like endorphens and enkephalins,
C=Controlling the inflammatory response
K= Kicking dependence on opioid medication use
Acupuncture Low Back Pain Berkeley Oakland San Francisco
Acupuncture Low Back Pain Berkeley Oakland San Francisco
A recent newsletter from a my respected Chiropractic colleague, Dr. Rob Davison, noted a physician report on guidelines for treating low back pain. Of course, at The Redwood Clinic, Dr. Jay has treated patients with low back pain for decades successfully. What does the American College of Physicians say about their guidelines on Acupuncture Low Back Pain Berkeley Oakland San Francisco.
For Low Back Pain, the ACP Recommends Drug-Free Treatments First
The American College of Physicians (ACP) recently released brand-new guidelines regarding treatment for low back pain. The Annals of Internal Medicine published the ACP’s updated guidelines, which are based on a “systematic review of the evidence.” This means that a variety of studies were reviewed that examined the effectiveness of both non-drug and drug-based low back pain treatments. Overwhelmingly, non-drug treatments came out ahead. The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) fully backs these new recommendations, as chiropractic champions treatments without drugs and conservative approaches to back pain.
Acupuncture Low Back Pain Berkeley Oakland San Francisco
Likewise, the guidelines recommend trying treatments like acupuncture, massage, heat therapy, and others for relief. If these don’t work, then patients can try treatments like muscle relaxants or over-the-counter pain medication, like ibuprofen. For patients who still have pain after trying all of the above, prescription drugs like opioids should only be used as a final measure. The reason is that opioids are notorious for being highly addictive and come with a risk of overdose – negatives which make them highly undesirable and to be used in extreme cases as a last resort option. As the ACA notes, the ACP’s guidelines push the current in the right direction, as chiropractic has been proven effective for a wide array of bodily pain. Common treatments include spinal manipulation, physical therapy, and a combination of healthy diet and lifestyle changes
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Source: American Chiropractic Association, online Feb 14, 2017.
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Source: April 2017 Health Newsletter
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5 Color Vegetables or Fruits
5 Color Vegetables or Fruits
Foods and nutrition are great topics for the holiday gatherings.
A recent gathering of HAART employees and directors of the board (Dr. Jay is on the board of directors of HAART) was such an opportunity. Savyon, my eldest daughter, was sitting at a table of younger professional women. Among the topics that came up was different types of diets and eating plans — Paleo, vegan, etc.
One person in the conversation, Savannah, is the newest board member. She mentioned that she was brought up with the simple concept by her mother of eating different color foods at each meal. Do that in a consistent fashion as a child and you will grow up getting at least some basic nutrition.
Others talked about paleo diets related to our “caveman” genetic backgrounds.
Kaiser sends out an email newsletter with the following article today:
Beyond the ‘White Food’ Diet: Seven Tips for Adding Color to Your Child’s Plate
Again, the same advice from a pediatrician.
Why the colors? Well, nature produces different colors to attract different animals. Different colors of veggies and fruits contain different kinds of phytonutrients and different types of antioxidants. And antioxidants are substances we need in our bodies to balance out the oxidation reactions that are, for one thing, the basis for our energy production system. Krebs cycle, citric acid cycle, mitochonria, etc. etc. You know what I’m talking about.
So, while the composition of these colored foods was less well studied 30, 40, 50 years ago, we have a clearer idea of the biochemical reason why eating colored vegetables and fruits may be important.
If you can’t get enough of these servings of food in your diet you can get a rough substitute by taking the right supplements. One I recommend is Phytonutrients by Metagenics. You can order them online here.
Thanksgiving Tips for Positivity – BANK CODE
Thanksgiving Tips for Positivity – BANK CODE
Thanksgiving Tips for Positivity. Why talk about this? Well, holidays can be a time of stress due to miscommunication, old resentments and bad memories, familial conflicts, and conversations about politics!!!! Use this “Positivity Game” format to cut through to the humanity that we all share.
How do we do this? Start with a little game to tell others that you notice and care about them. The “positivity game” is the basis for this activity you can do at your holiday gathering. This game is explained in the linked video. Do this game first. It is not difficult. Practice it — the key is to honestly say something you like about the other person. Then, if you are receiving that positive message, you SIMPLY say “Thank you.” Only acknowledge their compliment by saying “Thank you.” (Don’t try to devalue what they say by explaining it away. This will be difficult for some people to do.)
You start out with the traditional “positivity game.” Then do the BANK CODE positivity game — newly invented for this holiday season!
In this version, we play the positivity game and incorporating in the person’s BANK CODE. So now, everyone figures out their BANK CODE online at www.Four-Cards.com (Click on the links to go to the BANK PASS website to play the cards). After sorting the cards online, you fill in your info and then press submit to get your personality analysis results.
Next, you all compare what your First and second codes are.
Then, one by one, you read a couple of the things your read in your code that you like. The next person in line says, “Yes, you are ____”, saying one of the things you said. The next person then says the few things about themselves on their BANK CODE email that they agree with, and the person next to them says, “Yes, you are….” You do this around the group until everyone has had a chance to be acknowledged.
http://www.Four-Cards.com
Holidays can be a time of stress due to miscommunication, old resentments and bad memories, familial conflicts, and conversations about politics!!!! Use this “Positivity Game” format to cut through to the humanity that we all share.