Read more about the article Menopause: What is Happening in a Woman’s Body? – Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City NC, Chiropractor

Menopause: What is Happening in a Woman’s Body? – Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City NC, Chiropractor

Menopause is a stage that signifies the end of a woman’s menstrual cycle. This transition stage typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55. It is characterized by some changes that progress until the final menses and end of your reproductive years. However, menopause can occur earlier in life due to your genes, some immune disorders, and medical treatments, such as the removal of ovaries. Also, early menopause is often seen among smokers and women with chronic diseases.

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Read more about the article Thyroid issues: testing (like TSH, T4, T3, free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3) – Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City NC, Chiropractor

Thyroid issues: testing (like TSH, T4, T3, free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3) – Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City NC, Chiropractor

In this month of MAY, being Women’s Health Month, we are going to discuss one of the common conditions affecting women - thyroid issues. These health conditions can come in form of hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, or autoimmune thyroid diseases such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis or Grave’s disease. We are also going to discuss blood tests for thyroid function – like TSH, total T4, free T4, Free T3, rT3, and others. These tests are parts of important for diagnosing and treating these thyroid issues. Usually, a combination of tests is needed to establish the full nature of your thyroid health, but sometimes, a single test is enough to draw some conclusion. The values of the thyroid tests help doctors determine the kind of thyroid issue a person is having.

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Read more about the article Estrogen Dominance: What it is and the problems created- Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City NC, Chiropractor

Estrogen Dominance: What it is and the problems created- Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City NC, Chiropractor

Hormones are responsible for a lot of changes in your body, from the puberty stage to pregnancy, and menopause. The chemical substances work like a seesaw- when they’re balanced, your body works as it should, but when there is hormonal imbalance, you can begin to experience a lot of problems as a woman. One major imbalance, known as “estrogen dominance” is particularly blamed for a number of health and well-being issues women face today. We are going to talk about it and the problems created in this article. But before then, let’s talk a bit about estrogen

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Read more about the article Tips for Balancing brain chemicals with supplements and vitamins- Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City NC, Chiropractor

Tips for Balancing brain chemicals with supplements and vitamins- Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City NC, Chiropractor

Do you often feel kind of “off” or struggle with your mood? If you answered “YES,” then your brain chemicals may just be out of balance and need a tune up. Your brain is the powerhouse that runs your life. When the function of your brain is intact, you tend to be energetic, thoughtful, and creative, but when it is out of balance, you may suffer serious problems with your mood, memory, relationship, anger, and work performance. There are billions of cells in your body connected one to another. These cells communicate through chemical signals or neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, Epinephrine, Norepinephrine, dopamine, and GABA. The balance of these brain chemicals is important for your mental, emotional, and overall wellbeing. Hence, there are some supplements and vitamins that contributes largely to the balance of neurotransmitters in the brain. Here are some natural supplements and vitamins that increases the brain’s supply of neurotransmitters as well as support brain balance:

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Read more about the article Stress, the body’s response, and the adrenal glands- Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City NC, Chiropractor

Stress, the body’s response, and the adrenal glands- Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City NC, Chiropractor

Stress is one of the big problems facing our society today. Oftentimes, most of us feel a level of stress or try to relieve it, or both. What is Stress? In simple words, stress is a physical and mental reaction to a potential threat. When you are faced with a potential danger, your body triggers the fight-or-flight response, and this helps to prepare you to deal with the danger. For example, when attacked by a ferocious animal that’s trying to devour you, your body produces stress hormones that helps you deal with the danger. This stress hormone is what triggers the fight or flight response. You breath faster, your heart races and your muscles are ready to take action. This stress response is designed to prepare your body to react quickly to an emergency. It is often beneficial for immediate, short-term situations. But note that when your stress response keeps firing every day, it can take a toll on your health. Some symptoms of chronic stress include:

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Read more about the article Keeping Your Family Healthy Through the Pandemic

Keeping Your Family Healthy Through the Pandemic

Children need a good outlet for their energy. Pediatricians recommend that children get 60 minutes of vigorous activity every day. Fortunately, there are ways you can keep them healthy and active while staying safe during the pandemic. We’ve gathered together a few resources we think will help: The In-Home Studio If you’re looking for a project to keep your family active, why not create an in-home exercise studio?

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Read more about the article 4 Things You Need to know about Brain chemistry as it relates to mental & emotional stress- Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City NC, Chiropractor

4 Things You Need to know about Brain chemistry as it relates to mental & emotional stress- Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City NC, Chiropractor

Mental and emotional stress are often expressed in form of depression, anxiety, worries, guilt, frustration, and moodiness, and these conditions are linked to an abnormal brain chemistry. It is normal for you to feel stressed or depressed when you encounter a traumatic event in your life, such as loss of a loved one. But sometimes, you may not even know why you’re having mental or emotional stress, and it can be a function of the brain chemistry. The amount of certain substances in the brain called “neurotransmitters” have a large influence on your mental and emotional stress levels.

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Read more about the article Mental & emotional stress + 5 Things You Can Do About It – Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City, NC, Chiropractor

Mental & emotional stress + 5 Things You Can Do About It – Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City, NC, Chiropractor

In today’s fast paced world, we are often overwhelmed with mental & emotional stress. You often get to think of how to manage your finances, watch over your kids, get busy at work, and cope with challenging relationships. Stress is everywhere, and you’re not alone. It is actually okay if it is not too much, but when stress becomes chronic, it can wear you down and affect you both mentally and emotionally. You tend to experience the following symptoms

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Read more about the article The Ultimate Guide for Addressing Inflammation – Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City, NC Chiropractor

The Ultimate Guide for Addressing Inflammation – Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City, NC Chiropractor

At our Chiropractic Office at Elizabeth City, NC, we see a lot of people come in every week with chronic inflammation. Most cases of internal inflammation are often associated with a high level of stress, lack of proper nutrition, and chronic diseases such as heart disease, digestive problems, and cancer. Inflammation has also been implicated in many autoimmune diseases. In this case, the immune system triggers an inflammatory response that attacks the body like it’s an enemy.

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Read more about the article 12 Herbs and supplements to reduce inflammation- Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City, NC, Chiropractor

12 Herbs and supplements to reduce inflammation- Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City, NC, Chiropractor

Herbs and supplements to reduce inflammation- Dr. Jason Jones Elizabeth City, NC, Chiropractor Inflammation can be triggered by unhealthy habits and unhealthy foods, and it can in response to stress, trauma, and illness. However, you can reduce inflammation by managing stress effectively, exercising, and add a lot of anti-inflammatory foods to your diet. You can also get additional supports from herbs and supplements to reduce or prevent inflammation in your body. Quickly, let’s take a look at the best-known anti-inflammatory herbs and supplements:

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