Nutrition. Good nutrition is a good foundation for a healthy
body. In our Plainville chiropractic practice, we meet
patients with
conditions like osteoporosis and osteoarthritis that develop over
time. Their potential prevention and treatment are foundationally embedded
in early-life nutrition habits that are maintained
and/or improved upon throughout life. Layden Chiropractic describes
recent research on the significance of vitamins A, C
and D along with glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate for bones
and joints and overall health.
HEALTHY CELLS, CARTILAGE, & BONE PREVENT DISEASES LIKE
OSTEOPOROSIS & OSTEOARTHRITIS
Optimal nutrition status protects the body and
keeps it strong and healthy. Research has demonstrated the advantages
of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate in slowing osteoarthritis of the knee.
Researchers now want to explore how nutrients, vitamins,
antioxidants and other natural components in a normal diet may be beneficial.
(1) Optimal bone and cartilage metabolism heads off
issues like osteoporosis and osteoarthritis. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) controls
bone and cartilage metabolism at the cellular level – even into the nucleus of
the cell – of osteoblasts and chondrocytes. (2) The metabolism of articular
cartilage relies on chondroprotectors (CPs) that contribute to
the regeneration of cartilage surfaces and joint capsules. In osteoarthritis and
low back pain, loss of chondroitin sulfate and hyaline cartilage is seen.
Some approaches to remedy this situation included
injections of CPs. (3) Other approaches incorporated
oral supplementation as diet is not often a basis for these CPs.
Oral supplementation is also a favored way to improve
vitamin D levels as low levels of vitamin D are known to contribute to conditions
like osteoporosis, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, some cancer
types, and overweight/obese status. Vitamin D is key, but its
natural sources like fatty fish and eggs are not typically part
of most people’s day-to-day diets. In Spain, at least half
of the population is lacking vitamin D. Researchers recommended
that Spain find a way to urge people to eat eggs to combat
the vitamin D deficiency and ward off future
diseases. (4) It is especially critical
for those who have a combination of issues - osteoporosis, vitamin D
deficiency and high fracture/fall risk – to maintain
their supplementation of vitamin D. (5) Feeding yourself goes so far beyond just feeding your stomach and satisfying
your cravings! The food you eat and the supplements you ingest
keep your body working, healthy and strong.
CONTACT Layden Chiropractic
The Plainville chiropractic treatment plan at
Layden Chiropractic is well-rounded with spinal manipulation accompanied
by exercise, nutrition, and more via The
Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management. Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Chris Deveau on The
Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson who discusses
the value of the whole-body approach in spine pain relief.
Schedule your Plainville chiropractic appointment soon.
Layden Chiropractic is ready to talk about your nutritional
foundation and how to build on it to manage
current conditions and avoid others and enhance
your overall health!
authored by Julie Cox-Cid
reviewed by Dr.
James M. Cox DC DACBR FICC FACO(H) HonDLitt
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