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Doctors of Chiropractic are
trained to understand the relationship between diet and disease.
Chiropractors are pioneers in the concept of "holistic" (total body)
health care. Advanced nutrition courses are part of the curriculum at
all Chiropractic institutions because, fundamental to the chiropractic
philosophy, diet plays an essential part in the maintenance of optimum
health. Therefore, your chiropractor is very qualified to make specific
dietary recommendations to assist you in overcoming your illness and
improving your health and well being.
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INCREASE INTAKE OF:
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Fruits and vegetables. Microwave or steam vegetables.
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Breads and cereals. Whole grains such as whole wheat, brown
rice, barley, oats and rye.
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Lean cuts of red meat. Trim excess fat.
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Fish and poultry.
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Skim milk or low fat dairy products.
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Beans and nuts (high in protein).
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Water.
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SUPPLEMENTING YOUR DIET:
Many people need to supplement their diets with vitamins and
minerals due to poor dietary intake, or due to particular medical
conditions. The following are some conditions which may require
supplementation.
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Any major trauma or disease.
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Diets designed for weight loss.
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Alcoholism
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A history of poor dietary habits.
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Use of oral contraceptives.
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Pregnant women and women who breastfeed.
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Drug therapy which may interfere with absorption of nutrients.
Be sure to ask your chiropractor about your particular nutritional
needs. |
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