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From The Desk of Dr. Brown....

Now is the time

Cold and flu season is around the corner. While these viruses are year-round, they are most active in fall and winter, peaking between December and February. That said, it is now time to build your body’s natural defenses to fend off these pesky viruses. Here are a few things you can do:

Eat 1-2 servings of fruit per day, like apples, oranges, lemon in your water, to get Vitamin C, quercetin and other flavinoids
Snack on raw vegetables for immune boosting minerals like magnesium, zinc and selenium plus polyphenols and terpenoids.
1-3 servings (1Tbl is a serving) healthy fats for their anti-inflammatory properties.
Drink green tea
Avoid inflammatory foods such as anything deep fried, processed, packaged, trans fats, omega 6 oils, and sugar.
Supplements include:

✔ Vit D3: 2000-5000IU per day taken with food, especially a good fat which helps

absorption.

✔ Vit C: 100mg minimum per day. Liposomal form for better absorption.

✔ Zinc: liposomal form absorbs best. 30mg per day. Best if has Copper with it. Caution

due to potential side effects from high doses.

✔ Quercetin: 500-1000mg per day. Quercetin has a low bioavailability. Taken with a meal

and adding an enzyme like bromelain can help.

✔ Garlic: Contains allicin, a compound with antiviral and antibacterial properties; can be

consumed as food or in supplement form.

✔ Elderberry Syrup: 1/2 to 1 tablespoon per day for adults; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon for children

aged 13 months to 12 years.

✔ Echinacea: should NOT be taken for prevention. Guidelines suggest daily dose

of 6 to 9 ml (four or five droppersful) of the pressed juice of fresh, flowering plants, or 900 mg of dried, powdered root at first sign of getting a cold or flu, for 10 days. This herb should not be used long term.

PLEASE NOTE: as with any supplement, especially herbs, consult your Chiropractor, MD, or pharmacist to make sure the supplement and dosage is right for you. We would not want you taking anything that would interfere with your medications! For example, echinacea should not be taken if you are on any kind of immunosuppressant, such as Prednisone.

Get 7-8 hours of restful sleep
Last but not least, stay on your regular chiropractic care!

Hope this was helpful!

Til next time….

Dr. Brown

Calendar of Events

9/6/25 Saturday 9-11am Office Open
9/9/25 Tuesday 5:30-6:00pm Get the Most from Your Care Workshop
9/17/25 Wednesday 6-8pm Join us at the Agape House’s FUNdraiser!
9/23/25 Tuesday 5:30pm Core Strength and Balance Workshop

There's A New Baby!

It is my pleasure to introduce the newest member of the Excel family- Oliver!

He made his grand entrance into the world on August 20th, 7 lbs 10 oz, and 20 in.

Congratulations to the winner of the Baby Pool, Donna!

Oliver is already the light of our lives and has a lot of personality. We are settling into our new routine and enjoying time as a new family.

Make sure you are still getting in with Dr. Ott and Dr. Brown for your adjustments. Oliver has already had his first one, birth is hard work on both mom and baby. I know you will be in great hands in my absence. As much as I love staying home with my little bundle, I look forward to seeing you all again!

Dr. Hervat

Nitrogenated water.

What is it? Should I be drinking it?

Nitrogenated water is similar to carbonated in that both are bubbly. The difference is the size of the bubbles. Nitrogenated water has smaller, more mellow bubbles, making it smoother and more “creamier” to swallow. So, for people that can't drink carbonated water because the bubbles are too big and bubbly, the nitrogenated would be a better choice.

Another difference is the acidity level. Carbonated water is acidic which can be harsh on the stomach causing indigestion. Nitrogenated water is much less acidic, so is not harsh on the stomach, making it a better choice for people prone to acid reflux and other digestive issues.

And number 3, is the taste. Carbonated water, again due to the acidity, can leave a bitter or sour taste. Nitrogenated water does not change the taste of the water, especially if the water is flavored.

Which one should I drink or avoid? It really comes down to personal preference.

Here is more information about “Nitro infused” beverages:

The History of Nitro Infusion in the Beverage Industry:

(source: https://nitrobrew.com/rise-of-all-drinks-nitro/)

The history of nitro infusion in the beverage industry can be traced back to the 1930s when nitrogen was first used in the brewing of Guinness. The nitrogen infusion process was initially used to reduce the beer’s bitterness and create a smoother texture. Nitrogen also creates the frothy head-on beer, a Guinness hallmark.

Nitrogen infusion in beverages remained largely limited to beer until the 21st century, when coffee shops started to experiment with nitro infusion in coffee. With a 904% menu increase over the last four years, it’s becoming one of the trendiest drinks in the business. Cafes and coffee shops nationwide are adding nitro options to their cold brew lineup, and with such a steady increase, it’s clear that nitrogenated drinks are here to stay.

As the world of nitro infusion expands, so does the growing list of nitrogen-infused drinks. Today, the most common types of nitrogen drinks include: cold brew coffee, beer, teas,

Nitro soda, fruit Juices and Nitro-Infused cocktails.

"While other professions are concerned with changing the environment to suit the weakened body, chiropractic is concerned with strengthening the body to suit the environment." ~ B. J. Palmer