Shahrestani Health

06/11/2025

🤯 Think All Joint Cracks Are the Same?

06/03/2025

Is BACK PAIN making it hard to move?
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Back pain making it hard to move? In this video, you’ll learn 3 easy stretches and simple movement tips to help loosen up and feel better-without leaving hom...

06/01/2025

The Everyday Habits That Quietly Cause Back Pain—And How to Fix Them 🛑

Picture the typical office worker: long hours spent at a desk, posture slowly slumping, movement limited to quick trips to the coffee machine. Day after day, these subtle patterns accumulate, leading to persistent discomfort and tension that can disrupt both work and well-being.

But here's the good news? The remedy isn’t complicated. Simple, consistent changes—like TAKING REGULAR BREAKS, INCORPORATING GENTLE STRETCHES, and OPTIMIZING AN ERGONOMIC WORKSPACE—can make a world of difference. By making small, mindful adjustments today, you can prevent bigger problems down the road.

When work starts to take a toll on your body, it’s important to pay attention before pain escalates. Listening to your body’s early signals and responding with care can turn daily discomfort into lasting comfort—and help you feel your best, both at work and beyond.

05/31/2025

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04/10/2025

📱Is Your Smartphone Hurting Your Thumbs ? 🤕

A common issue with frequent smartphone use is how we hold our devices and the unnatural movements of our thumbs. These positions can be tiring, leading to muscle fatigue in the thumbs.

As a result, I’m seeing more and more people experiencing issues in their hands, wrists, and especially their thumbs. It’s not just carpal tunnel anymore—thumb-related problems are becoming more common, with some people experiencing stiffness or even a frozen thumb that won’t move properly.

A simple way to minimize this problem is by occasionally using the slide-to-text keyboard. This can help reduce strain and prevent long-term damage.

Ultimately, like anything else, it comes down to managing our usage and not letting it consume us over time.

12/16/2024

The Hidden Dangers of Sugary Drinks: What You Need to Know

We all know sugary drinks aren’t great for our health, but their impact goes far beyond just a sugar rush. According to an article on The Telegraph, popular beverages contain excessive amounts of sugar, posing serious health risks.

For instance, a 330ml can of Coca-Cola has nearly 35g of sugar, which equals nine teaspoons. A 500ml can of Monster Energy contains 55g of sugar—or 14 teaspoons—significantly exceeding the recommended daily intake of 30g.

So, what makes sugary drinks so harmful? They contribute to weight gain and high sugar intake is linked to heart disease It's also associated with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, which can cause liver damage. These risks are even greater for children, who face rising rates of obesity, diabetes, and dental decay due to sugary drinks.

Given these concerns, the article suggests healthier alternatives to sugary drinks. Sparkling water, herbal teas, or water infused with fruit offer refreshing, sugar-free options. While diet drinks with artificial sweeteners may seem like a better choice, experts warn they can disrupt gut health and increase sugar cravings.

In conclusion, this article serves as an urgent reminder of the hidden dangers in sugary drinks. Whether you're concerned about weight, blood sugar, or long-term health, reducing your intake of sugary sodas and energy drinks is a simple yet effective step toward a healthier lifestyle.

12/07/2024

THINGS TO CONSIDER ABOUT SOCIAL MEDIA WORKOUTS:

In recent years, social media has become a popular source for workout routines, stretches, and fitness tips. However, many of the influencers and content creators sharing these exercises are professional athletes, seasoned gymnasts, or long-time yoga practitioners.

Their years of experience have given them a level of strength, flexibility, and mobility that most people simply don't have.

Attempting to mimic these advanced routines without considering your own physical abilities can lead to injuries-a trend that is becoming increasingly common.

While these workouts might look impressive, they are not always suitable for beginners or those with different levels of fitness.

The takeaway? Use caution, honor your bodies limitations, and choose exercises tailored to your current ability. Fitness is a journey, and trying to skip steps by emulating professionals can do more harm than good.

Dr. Shahrestani

11/16/2024

By making these practices a part of your daily routine, you will enjoy better health in the long run.

10/28/2024

How to Supercharge Your Immune System.

It’s essential to protect our immune systems, especially as we age. Fortunately, there are some simple steps that can maximize their immune response.

First and foremost, it’s your nerve system. Get regular spinal check ups to optimize your brain’s ability to communicate to your body and glands.

Next, prioritize rest and hydration. Adequate sleep and drinking plenty of water are crucial for maintaining a healthy immune system.

Besides rest and hydration, key factors for immune system health are physical activity and nutrition. Choose unprocessed foods for a healthy, natural diet. The more nutrients you get from natural sources, the better. I also recommend taking a multivitamin to help fill in any gaps.

Regarding physical activity, aim for consistent regular exercise, whether it’s through walking, swimming, or any other activity that you enjoy.

It’s important to remember that maintaining a healthy immune system is a lifelong process. It’s not a quick fix but a consistent effort to prioritize rest, hydration, healthy food choices, and physical activity. By making these practices a part of your daily routine, you will enjoy better health in the long run.

09/19/2024

Why Consistent Care Outshines Quick Fixes.

Natural law dictates that if we "forget to plant in the spring, relax all summer, and then hit the ground extra hard in the fall to bring in the harvest," we are in for a surprise - S. Covey

Modern society overlooks natural law, and attempts to fix things quickly at harvest time. Insurance companies do not reimburse health club fees or the higher price of organic foods. Maintaining health is still a minimal concern. The tendency is to wait for things to get critical, and then take urgent invasive steps.

Natural law also dictates that our bodies change as their environments change. Placing yourself in a healthy habitat of excellent nerve supply, food, air, and water will result in a better physical system 100% of the time. On the other hand, mediocre supplies of the above will result in poor health. Natural law further imposes that the effects of superior versus average
environments will not be apparent immediately. In other words, we have to wait for harvest time to gauge our health.

Most of us who have enjoyed greater health through chiropractic as a way of life realize this truth. The steps to better health must be small but consistent. After ten years of improvement the difference will be undeniably noticeable, all of the time.

Dr. Shahrestani

09/12/2024

Unmasking the Programmers: How Media Influences Your Health Goals and What You Can Do About It

Do you ever wonder why most people cannot achieve their health goals?

Our personality and behavior is programmed from early infancy and continues on. The programmers who used to be the parents, friends, relatives, and teachers are now social media, television shows, movies, and video games. Did you know that ci******es were once advertised as common cold relievers and sore throat soothers?

A 1995 UCLA study discovered that most children's TV commercials advertise food. Of these foods over 90 percent encourage high fat, high cholesterol, high sugar, low value junk foods-if they can be called food at all. The cereals advertised probably have more fiber in the cardboard box than the cereals themselves.

As long as we allow ourselves and our families to be exposed to these meticulously worded and displayed mass media campaigns, we will have difficulties developing healthy habits. The big companies invest billions of dollars programming us to buy their products.

If we don't like our current health status, we must program ourselves regularly to achieve our goals. It is not easy. It takes time, energy, commitment. But it's the only way out, and the first step to change.

08/26/2024

GOOD FAT, BAD FAT...

Instead of boring you with details, here are time tested facts regarding edible fats:

GOOD - avocado, nuts, olives, olive oil, peanut butter, almond butter, fish oils (that which is found in fish, not just the pill form).
With the exception of fish, these are plant oils.

OK to eat, but less or none is best:
fat in meat and poultry, fat in milk, cheese, butter, cream cheese, sour cream, and other foods derived from milk. These are land animal fats. Among this group, wild meat like venison has better fat than farmed meat.

Bad, really bad, avoid:
trans fats, also known as hydrogenated oils, partially hydrogenated oils, margarine, etc. These are chemically altered oils. Your body doesn't know how to deal with them,
so they just sit on arteries, increase inflammation everywhere, just plain bad. You have to read ingredients to find these. You'll notice them in packaged food. Most crackers have them, flavored chips, breaded meats, cereals, microwave popcorn, flavored popcorn, pseudo-butter on popcorn at theaters and pseudo-cheese in fast food places, many sliced "Cheese foods", soft creamy peanut butter, candy, many if not most breads, cakes, the list is endless.

Why do manufacturers use hydrogenated oils? Because they are cheap, they don't go bad and have increased shelf life.

Contrary to trans fats, good fats are necessary for health. Amongst others, your hormonal and immune systems suffer without them. Avoiding all fat is dangerous.

I am not suggesting everyone become health freaks and read ingredients at the next birthday party! But I am sharing that we all get plenty of bad oils when we eat out, when we are at gatherings,
at celebrations, or out of town.

If you have kids, they get more hydrogenated oils than adults. Just check the after-sport snacks next time. At the very least we can monitor what we purchase at the store, and minimize the not-so-good.

Conclusion: fish and plant-derived fats are best, animal fats are OK, hydrogenated fats are terrible.