Author: Andre Broussard, D.C.
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How Spinal Adjusting May Affect The Neuroendocrine System – Video
How spinal adjusting may affect the neuroendocrine system – interview with researcher Dr. Kesava Some patient report better sleep, improved digestion, immune system improvements, reduced stress, reduced inflammation, and overall well-being following their chiropractic or osteopathic spinal manipulation adjustments. Dr. Pete Angerilli, chiropractor interviews researcher and clinician Dr. Kesava Kovanur Sampath discussing some of his…
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Cinnamon May Improve Blood Sugar Control In Prediabetes
Newswise: Diabetes July 21, 2020 Cinnamon improves blood sugar control in people with prediabetes and could slow the progression to type 2 diabetes, according to a new study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society. It is estimated that nearly 90 million people in the United States have prediabetes, which occurs when blood sugar…
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Turmeric-Sesame Seed Oil-Boswellia Combo Just As Good As Tylenol For Pain
In this article published in the journal Medicine, the authors compared an herbal combination with Tylenol for body pain. The authors of the paper found that the natural product was a fast acting, and safe alternative for pain as compared to Tylenol. ~ Dr. Broussard Efficacy of high-dissolution turmeric-sesame formulation for pain relief in adult…
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12-Week Back Stabilization Program Helps Improve Strength and Reduce Pain and Disability
An article published in the Journal of Pain Relief concluded that after a 12-week back stabilization program, there was increased muscle bulk, muscle strength, reduced pain and reduced disability. I have a 12-week stabilization program at my website HERE. At the top of that page, there is a heading called Core Stabilization Exercises. I have…
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The Simple Strategy Scientifically Proven to Boost Your Mood
by John Murphy MDLinx July 7, 2020 Recent research shows that walking can help you live longer. But can walking also help you feel happier? Yes, it can, and in only 10 minutes—but there’s a catch. To get the biggest bang from your stroll, you need to do just a little bit more than put one foot…
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Sciatica Caused By Herniated Disc Helped By Acupuncture
In an article published in the journal Pain Medicine, the authors concluded that 12 sessions of acupuncture showed short-term clinical benefits in relieving the symptoms of leg pain for patients with chronic sciatica caused by disc problems compared with sham acupuncture. The also verified that acupuncture is safe in treating chronic sciatica caused by herniated discs. ~Dr.…
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Efficacy and Safety of Acupuncture for the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis
If you suffer from knee arthritis, you may want to consider tying acupuncture. In an article published in the Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science, the authors concluded that acupuncture afforded significant benefits in terms of relieving pain and improving physical function among patients suffering from knee osteoarthritis. ~ Dr. Broussard Efficacy and safety of…
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Case Report: Chiropractic Treatment Heals 2 Disc Herniations
In a case study published in the European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine, the authors document a case of a 2 herniated discs in a man that entrapped the nerves. He had severe back pain and trouble walking. They show the before and after MRIs where there was healing of the discs, with complete…
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Does Ultrasound Therapy Help Back Pain?
In a review study published by the Cochrane Database, the authors concluded that the current evidence does not support the use of therapeutic ultrasound in the management of chronic lower back pain. ~ Dr. Broussard Therapeutic Ultrasound for Chronic Low Back Pain Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2020 Jul 5;7:CD009169. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD009169.pub3. Safoora Ebadi Abstract Background: This…
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Food & Mood: Emotional Benefits of Probiotics
“Probiotics paired with prebiotics may hold a place in depression and anxiety treatment regimens, according to a review of seven studies.” ~ Dr. Broussard Food & mood: a review of supplementary prebiotic and probiotic interventions in the treatment of anxiety and depression in adults Noonan S, Zaveri M, Macaninch E, et al. BMJ Nutrition, Prevention…