315: Vacation or Not

The AI cat is out of the bag - whether you're ready for it or not! So now the question becomes, how do we use it as a tool for your health? The BrainStim gang is tackling the topic of AI and your health - what are the implications for the future of healthcare at large, and how can you use it to make the most of your wellness journey?  From lab results to action plans, AI holds a lot of opportunity for us as it pertains to our health - but can we trust it to steer is in the right direction? Take a listen to this thought-provoking episode.

Summer is in full-swing and with that, if you're fortunate enough, comes...vacation!  But before you buy those tickets and book those flights, it's important to get prepared, and we're not just talking about your packing list. We often associate vacation with rest and relaxation - but if that's the case, why do so many people get sick towards the end of their "relaxation vacation"? In fact, 66% of Americans report that they feel stressed before, during, or after a vacation, according to the American Psychological Association (APA). It's so important to make the most of the time and money we have, so the BrainStim gang is discussing a crucial checklist of preparation to ensure vacations bring the restoration they're anticipated to bring, instead of stress and sickness. 

Have you ever stopped to consider...your FEET?! I mean, unless you've had issues, it's probably not something you give a lot of thought to. However, as the foundation of our skeletal structure, they are CRUCIAL to our health. Foot health isn't just about your foot. It impacts every other part of your body - so what can we do to support our feet, to in turn support the rest of our body's health? That's exactly what the BrainStim gang is disucssing in today's podcast. Learn more about Dr. Aplin's Recommended Orthotics: https://www.invisionchiropractic.com/solesupports    

You know the old saying, give a man a fish and he eats for a day. Teach a man to fish and he eats for a lifetime. That's a great way to summerize our philosophy at BrainStim and InVision Chiropractic in Huntsville, AL. We don't believe in just treating you - we're educating you so you can know how to live the healthiest life you - and your family - can!   

What's the big deal about a sendentary lifestyle? Does it really impact your health that much? Turns out, it does in a BIG way. The BrainStim gang discusses a new study that shows some pretty impressive benefits from WALKING! That's right - just walking. You don't have to CrossFit, HIIT, extreme conditioning program to see big benefits from moving.  What's the best distance? Well there are different benefits at different distances, so take a listen to today's episode and let's get moving and start putting those benefits to work! 

What does it really mean to eat healthy? By now we're all pretty aware that: We NEED to eat healthy to maintain good health, and  Most offerings at fast food restaurants and grocery stores do not accomplish point #1! So, what does that leave us with? How do we manage healthy eating in a hectic lifestyle? Unfortunately, something has to give. And while we don't preach perfection, we do preach progress - daily choices that move you either towards, or away from your health goals.  That's exactly what the BrainStim gang discuss in today's episode, as a newly published study points to just HOW impactful processed food and the modern American diet are on our health.  If you have more questions about how to live a fulfilled, health life, we invite you to check out www.invisionchiropractic.com where you can find a wealth of information, as well as the option to schedule a 15 minute phone call with Dr. Richard Aplin.   

In today's episode, the BrainStim Gang is tackling one of the biggest health issues facing our nation: Alheimer's disease. The stats are staggering - truly incomprehensible if they are anywhere near correct in their predictions for our near future. So what we can do about it? Is it genetic? Are there factors that can push us into developing it, or protect us from it?  Dr. Richard Aplin brings his wealth of knowledge about brain health - what it is - what it isn't - and how YOU can be empowered to take control of it. As always, if you'd like more information, visit www.invisionchiropractic.com where you can find educational resources, as well as schedule a 15 minute free phone call with Dr. Aplin.

What do you think the top health issues facing us today are? You may not land on being "overwhelmed" - but when you think about what that does to our systems, you'll quickly realize that our bodies were made for brief moments of "fight or flight" - but the world we live in today keeps us ever-stuck in this state.  Overwhelm over time = dis-ease. Dis-ease over time = Disease. What's worse, when we focus on the symptoms instead of the process that led to the disease, we generally end up creating MORE problems!  It's definitely part of life to get "overwhelmed" - but we've got to realize there's a difference between being overwhelmed and living in a state of overwhelm.  The BrainStim gang is discussing how we get ourselves out of constant states of overwhelm.  As always, visit www.invisionchiropractic.com for more information or to schedule a complimentary 15 minute phone call with Dr. Richard Aplin!

So much of our health is actually less dependent on genetics than most people think. The true driver of our health is usually LIFESYTLE! That's a bit of a double-edged sword - because it at once means - you can impact your health by the choices you make, both for the good and for the bad.  The BrainStim gang is discussing lifestyle choices that can have a big impact on your health in today's podcast episode. Take a listen to see what you can incorporate into your daily living to help boost your health and further your wellness journey!  As always, if you have questions, or live in the Huntsville area and would like to schedule a complimentary 15 minute phone call with neurologically-based chiropractor, Dr. Richard Aplin, please visit www.invisionchiropractic.com/schedule.    

It's everybody's favorite time of year - SPRING CLEANING time! Well, maybe only for some. Are you one of those who saves it all up and does a huge clean each spring? Or do you maybe take a different approach? How do we apply that concept to our health? Is it about massive changes and big impacts but only periodically, or is there something to be said for little consistent choices that build towards progress?  The BrainStim gang is discussing different approaches to health - and life in today's episode! As always, if you want to schedule a 15 minute phone call with Dr. Richard Aplin, please visit www.invisionchiropractic.com/schedule.