Diet & Lifestyle

Perhaps 80% or more of all illness can be prevented with proper diet, effective exercise, social support, training of mental attitude, and freedom from exposure to harmful chemicals.

A selection of Dr. Lavine’s articles on diet & lifestyle

What’s better than the Mediterranean diet? The “green” Mediterranean diet

What’s better than the Mediterranean diet? The “green” Mediterranean diet

Losing visceral fat is an important step to improve health. The Mediterranean diet will help achieve this goal. But the green Mediterranean diet is even better.
One quarter of your body is collagen

One quarter of your body is collagen

Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body, and it's important to be able to synthesize it in large quantities. These nutritional strategies will help.
In praise of butterfat

In praise of butterfat

Butter has gotten a bad rap. Butter actually has unique nutrient components that give you significant health benefits.
Be wary of the new class of drugs for migraine

Be wary of the new class of drugs for migraine

Emgality and Nurtec are examples of a new class of migraine medication, but their actions don't only block pain - they block the normal production of gut mucus.
Calcium supplements fall short for reversing osteoporosis – but try this combo instead!

Calcium supplements fall short for reversing osteoporosis – but try this combo instead!

Even though calcium supplements fall short, a combination of diet supplements helps build healthy bone in those with osteoporosis.
The bacteria in your mouth influence your mood and energy level

The bacteria in your mouth influence your mood and energy level

Scientists have detected an imbalance of microbes in the saliva of young people with suicidal thoughts. This insight could help many others, too.
Another strategy to keep your arteries elastic

Another strategy to keep your arteries elastic

Adequate levels of vitamin K2 are important for cardiovascular health-- they keep your arterial walls supple.
Carb loading? Strategic nutrient intake leading up to race day

Carb loading? Strategic nutrient intake leading up to race day

Basic outline of carbohydrate loading and training strategies for the days leading up to race day
Dr. Lavine’s food diversity scorecard

Dr. Lavine’s food diversity scorecard

Food diversity is important to health. Dr. Lavine introduces his Food Diversity Scorecard so you can assess how diverse your food sources are.
Leucine

Leucine

Leucine is unique among amino acids. It's a building block for proteins but it also serves as a hormonal switch to stimulate protein production.
Four nutrients it’s hard to get on a vegan diet

Four nutrients it’s hard to get on a vegan diet

Meat? There are many problems with the way meat is produced. It ruins the environment. It makes animals’ lives ...
Why I source my herbs in Australia

Why I source my herbs in Australia

The potential benefits of herbal medicines is an active area of scientific research. Sourcing medicinal herbs in Australia has advantages.
Nitric oxide and your health

Nitric oxide and your health

Nitric oxide is a key molecule for health because it signals your arteries to dilate. This article covers the three main ways to boost nitric oxide levels.
Do we really need to drink all that water?

Do we really need to drink all that water?

If you’re like me, you’ve probably heard that drinking 8 glasses of water a day of 8 ounces each is good for your ...
My blood pressure quest. Chapter 3: Mercury in my hair

My blood pressure quest. Chapter 3: Mercury in my hair

High levels of mercury can contribute to high blood pressure; hair testing of heavy metals can reveal the problem and point to a solution.

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Is chiropractic care gentle?

Dr. Lavine uses a range of treatment methods, some of which are extremely gentle. Part of his experience lies in choosing the right style of treatment to get you system functioning better as quickly as possible.

Are there negative side-effects?

The most common side effects of chiropractic care are positive ones – feeling healthier and more robust. Another common side effect is a temporary increase in soreness. This typically resolves within a day or two. More significant side effects – worsening your underlying condition or creating a problem you didn’t already have – are exceedingly rare.

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Maybe. One method that Dr. Lavine uses is manipulation of the joints of the spine. This sometimes results in a popping noise as the spinal joints regain their normal mobility pattern. It’s a safe and painless procedure. Nonetheless, it’s not suitable in all cases and it’s never suitable for someone who doesn’t feel comfortable with that method of treatment.

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There are occasional situations in which imagining tests such as Xrays or MRIs would be useful in determining your diagnosis. But this is infrequent.

What specific methods does Dr. Lavine use?

Dr. Lavine uses a variety of manual therapy techniques designed to help your body reorganize itself to alleviate pain and allow for an optimal pattern of body movement. Broadly, there are three components of treatment: mobilization and manipulation of the joints, connective tissue treatment, and therapeutic movement. Within each of these three broad categories there are innumerable specific types of treatment that Dr. Lavine is skilled in. Every patient is different and every treatment plan is unique.

Will Dr. Lavine work with my regular medical doctor? Orthopedist? Physical therapist?

Of course. With your permission, he’ll send a complete report outlining his examination findings and treatment plan to any of your other physicians or therapists.

Will Dr. Lavine show me what to do to prevent my problem from coming back?

Yes. Any treatment plan also includes self-care tips, therapeutic exercises to do at home, and useful lifestyle modifications to deal with ongoing stressors.

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