We love helping our patients understand the “what” and “why” of what we do during your visit. This is all part of our philosophy to help give you the tools and knowledge to live a happy, healthy life. Today we will go into detail about a tool that we love to use here at Collard Chiropractic.
At the beginning of your adjustment, it’s likely that Dr. Collard will pull out a tool to use on your spine and joints. This tool is called an ArthroStim, but we usually call it “the Jackhammer Tool” or “Trigger Tool” This handheld tool delivers a light, controlled impulse to your spine, allowing Dr. Collard to gently tap your body’s joints to create motion. Because the impulse is so quick, surrounding muscles don’t have time to tense up, making it a great way to prep your body for more movement. While some people think the trigger tool sounds a bit like an electrical current, keep in mind that there is no electrical current used. What you’re hearing is the quick, precise movements of the tool. Watch a video of the tool in action here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/t4gnfV1K8gw
Benefits And Uses
Why does Dr. Collard use this tool at the beginning of your visit? The trigger tool helps to “wake up” your spine and nervous system, creates better movement in the joint, and is a great way to warm up for the rest of the adjustment! The tool has many advantages:
Precision: The tool allows Dr. Collard to target very specific areas, like individual vertebra and small joints.
Gentle: Before any bigger twisting or turning, the tool gently preps your body for more movement. While many people think of a visit to the chiropractor as a visit filled with lots of quick, abrupt adjustments, we focus on controlled, precise movements.
Great on its own: For children or older adults, the ArthroStim can be a great solution on its own to help the spine and joints return to their proper positions in a gentle and simple way. There are many people who Dr. Collard will only use the ArthroStim on for an adjustment and they respond very well.
A Tool For Everyone
The trigger tool isn’t painful and despite the clicking, the tool is quite subtle-feeling. Most patients say it feels like a quick tap or tiny knock on the skin. Even after just a few clicks, you might be able to feel your body loosen up!
Because of the gentle nature of the tool, patients young and old benefit from the quick clicks of the activator. Young children, seniors, athletes, or anyone hesitant about chiropractic care will find that the adjustor is quick, easy, and comfortable. There are some people who hate to hear a “pop” or “crack” so the ArthroStim will work well for them. They won’t hear any “popping” while they are being adjusted.
Dr. Collard will tailor your visit to your specific condition and also your comfort level. Come see what this tool is all about and experience healing you may not have known you even needed. Book a visit with us at collardchiropractic.com or call us at (801)-569-1141.
Welcome to the world of gut health! At Collard Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we’re passionate about probiotics and believe our Standard Process products are among the best. But for the ultimate probiotic experience, nothing beats making your own yogurt at home. It’s affordable, natural, and packed with biodiverse probiotics that your body will love. Unlike store-bought yogurt, homemade yogurt lets you control the process to maximize health benefits. Ready to transform your gut health? Let’s dive into why homemade yogurt is a game-changer and how you can start today!
Why Homemade Yogurt?
Store-bought yogurt is often cooked at high temperatures for just 4 hours, which reduces the number of live probiotics. Our method, by Dr. William Davis, uses low temperatures and extended fermentation to create a probiotic-rich superfood. By fermenting for 36 hours at 98–100°F, you preserve and amplify the beneficial bacteria, supporting a healthy, biodiverse gut.
Homemade yogurt is:
Cost-Effective: Save money compared to pricey store-bought options.
Customizable: Choose strains like L. reuteri or SIBO-specific probiotics to suit your needs.
Nutrient-Dense: Your body absorbs probiotics from real food more effectively than supplements.
What You’ll Need to Make Yogurt at Home
To get started, you’ll need a few key items. We’ve personally tested and recommend the following equipment and ingredients for the best results.
Equipment
Yogurt Maker: Choose one based on the quantity you’ll make (e.g., for a family or individual). Look for:
A 36-hour timer for extended fermentation.
Temperature control (98–100°F for optimal probiotic growth).
We recommend starting with the L. reuteri strain for its gentle yet powerful health benefits. After 4 weeks, you can switch to a SIBO-specific strain for advanced gut support.
Recipe for L. reuteri Yogurt (36-Hour Fermentation, 100°F)
10 Gastrus tabletscrushed (*or 2 tablespoons from a previous batch) Amazon Gastrus Tablets
Add a small amount of half-and-half to create a smooth slurry (this prevents clumping).
Stir in the remaining half-and-half and mix thoroughly.
Pour into glass jars, secure lids, and place in the yogurt maker’s water bath.
Ferment at 100°F for 36 hours. Note: Your first batch from tablets wil have a strong smell and taste. *Use 2 tablespoons from the first batch to make the second batch. Your second and third batch will be a smoother, tastier result.
Why L. reuteri?
This probiotic strain is gentle, making it ideal for beginners. It supports digestion, immunity, and overall gut health. After a month, consider transitioning to a SIBO-specific strain for targeted benefits. Want to learn more about probiotic strains? Explore Dr. William Davis’s yogurt recipes and join dedicated communities on L. Reuteri & SIBO Yogurt Facebook Group .
Ingredients for SIBO
SIBO yogurt is specifical for your small intestines. Because it is going after the bad bacteria in your small intestines we don’t want to create room for fungas to grow in its place. We recomend taking an anti-fungal for the first four weeks while eating the SIBO yogurt. Amazon Anti Fungal Curcumin we recomend two capsules twice per day.
Recipe for SIBO (36-Hour Fermentation, 106°F)
10 Gastrus tabletscrushed (or 2 tablespoons of L. reuteri yogurt) Amazon Gastrus Tablets
Crush the tablets and mix with capsules and inulin.
Add a small amount of half-and-half to create a smooth slurry (this prevents clumping).
Stir in the remaining half-and-half and mix thoroughly.
Pour into glass jars, secure lids, and place in the yogurt maker’s water bath.
Ferment at 106°F for 36 hours. Note: Your first batch from tablets may have a strong smell or taste. Use it to start a second batch for a smoother, tastier result. We thow away the first batch.
Why SIBO-Specific Yogurt?
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) occurs when excessive bacteria grow in the small intestine, leading to symptoms like bloating, abdominal discomfort, and nutrient malabsorption. While L. reuteri yogurt is a gentle starting point for improving gut health, transitioning to a SIBO-specific probiotic strain after 4 weeks can target these issues more effectively. Here’s why:
Targeted Support: SIBO-specific strains, such as certain Lactobacillus or Bifidobacterium species, are selected to restore balance in the small intestine without exacerbating bacterial overgrowth.
Reduces Symptoms: These strains help regulate gut motility and reduce bloating, making them ideal for those with SIBO-related discomfort.
Builds on L. reuteri: After 4 weeks of L. reuteri to establish a healthy gut foundation, SIBO yogurt fine-tunes your microbiome for optimal digestion and nutrient absorption.
Safe and Gradual: Transitioning after L. reuteri ensures your gut is primed for stronger strains, minimizing potential discomfort.
Get Started Today!
We hope this helps you on a path to healing your gut health, and feeling better. If you have any question please reach out to Dr. Collard through any of the following.
At Collard Chiropractic, we love and appreciate our patients like family. We want to update our chiropractic family on some of the changes happening in our own family! We’ll fill you in on a few of our updates, new endeavors, and upcoming big transitions.
Two Daughters Off to School
With school beginning again, we have our oldest daughter, Tristen, and her husband, Preston heading up to Logan where Tristen attends Utah State. She has 2 semesters left in her program until she earns her Nutritional Science degree. Preston works full-time as an electrician, and we are grateful to him for funding Tristen’s schooling!
Our second daughter, Frankie, is starting back at Weber State where she is working on a degree in Zoology. She also works as a certified surgical technician at Mount Olympus Surgical Center, which is attached to Saint Marks Hospital.
Our Son’s Next Adventure
Our son, Keaton, is embarking on a 2-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He will begin his journey at the Mexico Missionary Training Center, then will be heading to Iowa where he will be speaking Spanish. We are excited for him to have this opportunity to grow, serve, and make lifelong memories and friends.
Dr. Collard & Missy’s Updates
Dr. Collard and Missy are staying busy with new endeavors as well. To prevent total despair from settling in as the children go their separate ways, Missy decided to go full steam ahead and get her realtor’s license! As a realtor, Missy looks forward to helping families in the community find homes. She also has some exciting other projects in the works…stay tuned!
While Dr. Collard isn’t in the office helping patients feel their best, he will be preparing for a few exciting upcoming trips including a packrafting trip down the Colorado River and a through-hike trip in Zion. The packrafting trip will include hiking 14 miles with a 50 lb. pack followed by rafting about 8 miles down the river, then hiking with his gear back out. Later in the season, Dr. Collard plans to hike the 43 miles through Zion National Park within a span of 24 hours. We don’t understand where he gets his ambition, but love hearing about his experiences!
Reflecting and Anticipating
We are in a time of transition in our lives and are excited for what’s to come! While change can be difficult as we enter into a new phase of life, we are so proud of our children’s desires to learn, serve, and develop as individuals. We are also excited for the chance to spend time as a couple and get a taste of what empty nester life is all about. Through it all, we are so appreciative of our wonderful patients and community. Thank you for letting us care for you and share a little bit of our lives with you. We can’t wait to hear about what updates and changes are happening in your life next time we see you in the clinic!
The holidays can be a hectic time of year causing stress to our body both physically and emotionally. With being busy running errands, rushing to activities, changes in season and cold weather along with the lack of sun we are bound to show some stress. Here are a few reminders to prevent any setbacks with the New Year.
Seek the Sun
This time of year we tend to hibernate inside and we are not built for hibernation. We need the sun and the light. I love this saying: “There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing.” I’m not sure who said it first, but they were wise. Just like having the proper gear this time of year to handle the weather, having the right supplements will help us manage the shorter days and lack of sunshine. Our bodies utilize sunlight and helps our body make vitamin D. Vitamin D is used to help our immune system become stronger. It aids in the absorption of calcium which is crucial to our health and is used to help in many functions of our body. One such function is the releasing of muscles fibers that when we are low in calcium, will cause muscle cramping and spasms. Since we don’t see the sun as much due to the shorter days and the cold weather keeping us inside, adding vitamin D to your daily supplements is a great thing. Not all D’s are the same. We have a Standard Process Cataplex D that I would recommend. Here is an article that I wrote “Build Your Immune System.”
Charity
Seems counter intuitive but forgetting about ourselves and serving others, is a great way to build ourselves up. It’s interesting the studies about service and gratitude and the effects on our mental and physical well-being. When we look outside ourselves toward others we tend to see more of a positive affect on us as well as those we are helping. There are also many benefits of gratitude. When we practice having gratitude we see better emotional and social well being. We tend to have less depression and better sleep. I have seen some studies that showed that those that were more grateful lived longer and had almost a 10% lower risk of dying in the next four years than those that were less grateful with even taking into consideration their physical health, mental health, and social economic standards.
Unplug
Don’t fall apart comparing yourself to others all season. The Holidays are stressful enough without the added stress of thinking someone else’s life is more perfect than ours. Not only that but how do you feel after holding the phone for an hour while scrolling? Our necks, upper back, low backs, and even carpel tunnel and thumb arthritis is all flared up with long periods of scrolling. I know from personal experience time just gets away from me from endless scrolling. Set up timers on our social media accounts that will turn off after a set time limit. Unplug and be present to those around you and enjoy the holiday season with those who are all around us physically.
Acupuncture for Energy & Stress Relief
Each season is represented in acupuncture and different energy pathways are at their peak depending on the season. Winter is represented by the water element and the kidney and bladder are the two organs associated with the water element. The kidney is the source of all energy (Qi) in our bodies. During the winter months it is vital to nourish our kidney energy or Qi. We can help nourish this energy by eating warm foods like soups and stews and also warm drinks like tea. Another way is to do acupuncture that helps support the kidney and bladder meridians (pathways) and boost our immune system. By using very small needles placed in specific points along these pathways we can boost the energy and balance out the other pathways as well in order to optimize the function of our bodies. Acupuncture can be a very calm and relaxing way to help not only boost our energy but to reduce the body’s stress levels. It is surprising how relaxing an acupuncture treatment can be even though you have tiny needles placed in the body. The most common question that I’m asked is if the needles with hurt. Most people are surprised how painless a treatment is and often mention how relaxed they felt. If you have any questions about if acupuncture can benefit you please don’t hesitate to call the office or ask me on your next visit.
Movement
Use it or lose it. I say this all the time but I also need reminders so you might too. Daily activity is the best way to prevent issues as well as rehab from preexisting issues. Chiropractic is a great way to keep locked up joints moving. That can be in your spine or any of your extremities. Proper movement will prevent wear and tear. I’m sure you’ve heard me tell you that one of the most important things to do is move. Many patients ask what is the best thing to do to help keep me pain free. One of the top activities is movement, specifically walking. I love walking because you don’t have an excuse. You don’t need a gym membership or any fancy equipment to walk. I’m also not talking about “long” walks. I’m more interested in shorter walks/movements that we do throughout the day. If you work at a computer, getting up every 30-45 mins with help keep the joints mobile and not as stiff at the end of the day.
Prioritize Protein
This time of year also brings wonderful get-togethers with friends and family. There is a notion that we gain weight over the holiday season. I’m not exactly sure if this is true or a just a myth but either way we can enjoy family parties and get-togethers better without worrying or feeling guilty about food. Many of us our trying to do our best and are tempted by the many delicious foods that we are confronted with during this season. I have a few helpful hints on making it a little less stressful to an already stressful time. There are things that I will do prior to going to the party compared to the choices that I will make once I’m at the party. Here are a few suggestions that may help you. When I am at home, before the party when I’m in a better decision making frame of mind, I prioritize eating protein. I will drink a protein shake, eat the leftover chicken in the fridge, or have a cup of cottage cheese or Greek yogurt prior to going. This helps with blood sugar levels, increases metabolism and helps satiate my hunger cravings while I’m at the party. Plus I just make better choices with portions if I’m not starving. It will also help me feel less guilty in eating a piece of pie or cake knowing that I’ve had my proteins for the day. Party menus are mostly high in fats and carbs, which aren’t bad, but we tend to eat those more because they taste good and are easy to digest. One of the most harmful ways to add extra calories is to drink those calories. High sugar drinks and alcohol add many calories but don’t provide much satiating benefits. We can enjoy the time we spend together with loved ones without feeling the guilt of overindulging by utilizing some of the simple suggestions listed above.
These are just a few ideas that I have thought of to make this time of year more enjoyable and reduce the stress that also accompanies this season. Hopefully this is a list to help inspire you to come up with your own ideas.
On a more personal note, our family is growing. I am officially a father-in-law. Our oldest daughter got married and we are very happy for them. They make a great team! We are excited for what their future holds. It has been fun for our son as well to now have a brother. We want to wish you a Merry Christmas. From our family to you!
I recently took a group of youth and Dads to Kings Peak. This is the highest point in Utah and depending on the route you take, it is about 30 miles round trip. I’ve taken several groups up over the years but this time I got to be at the top with my son. What came to mind frequently was preparation. How you prepare determines your comfort while you are there, as well as discomfort afterwards. I love the saying “pick your hard.” I myself want to set myself up for success. I might be a bit of an over preparer, but can you ever be too prepared?
I prepared myself by staying as fit as possible. I like to run in the morning and on my lunch I’ll go to the gym and lift weights. That is just my habits but it doesn’t mean that you need to do the same routine. I’ve always hated running but as I started to prepare to go on bigger hikes I found that running was a good way to help me prepare. The more I ran the more I started to enjoy running. Just like most things, when we are not very good at it we don’t enjoy it as much but as we get better it starts to grow on us. That is what I have found with running. It also helps to see the benefits. I see the benefits in feeling more in shape and also it makes my hiking adventures slightly less tough. I noticed the benefits on this particular hike with the high altitude and long miles for each day I felt that the running prepared me physically.
Just as important as being physically prepared we also need to be prepared with the right gear. I shared a video with those going on how best to pack. I try to pick up little tricks and better ways to pack every time I go on a big hike. I’m always trying to reduce weight and bulk and become more efficient in the things I bring. We want to be prepared but at the same time we want our pack to be as light as possible. There is a fine line in deciding what are the bare necessities and being prepared and safe.
We drove Thursday morning three and a half hours to get to the trail head. We started hiking by 9:15 am to what would be our base camp which was about 9.75 miles up gaining 1,200 feet of elevation. We set up camp along the shore of Henry Fork Lake. We were offered a spectacular sunset looking out over the lake with Moose feeding in the water.
We woke up early for day two and started hiking up to Kings Peak with just day packs. It was a beautiful day with not a cloud in the sky which is rare in the high Uintah mountains. We started at just after 8:00 am and hiked almost 6 miles with 2800 feet of elevation with the last 0.8 miles boulder hopping and gaining almost 1,000 fee ending up at 13,528 around 1:00 pm. The last mile was very tough and due to the altitude can make for a long mile. We spent a few minutes at the top and then started our decent. Going down was much easier and it took us about two hours less to go down then climb up. We got back to our base camp around 4:30 pm. It was a long and tiring day but reaching the summit was the highlight of the day and a major accomplishment.
Day three started even earlier because we had almost 10 miles to hike plus a three and a half hour drive home. Hiking those miles with the gradual downhill decent was very nice especially from the day before with the 2800 feet of elevation. Luckily we all got back to the trailhead before noon and was on our way home before 1:00 pm. As we were driving home a huge thunderstorm rolled in and I was thankful that we were off the mountain and had enjoyed such wonderful weather the previous two days.
I mentioned earlier about being prepared and the benefits of the preparations. It was nice to not be sore at the end of the hike and also feeling like I had the strength and ability to face all the challenges on the hike. I told the young men that it is fun to do hard things and push yourself. My son responded that it wasn’t the young men that were having a difficult time and pushing themselves but it was the adults who were the ones. He was right!! There is something about being young. Hopefully we all can slow down the aging process as we sacrifice the time to stay in shape. Like I said earlier, pick your hard. We all have choices and we can choose which hard we want to have. It was hard getting up in the morning to run but its also hard to struggle while hiking or maybe even not be able to reach our goals. We can chose which hard we want to face.
We made this video to help the boys know how to pack.
Everyone carries around a water bottle. We have plastic and stainless steel in various colors and sizes. Some are so big that people have a hard time carrying them. I joke about girls at the gym with water bottles bigger than they are tucked under their arm. We have a culture obsessed with trendy water bottles, but do we wonder what is in the water?
When I was growing up in the 70s and 80s if we were thirsty we got a drink out of the hose. We never obsessed about how much water we were drinking. When I am in the Grand Canyon water is life and it is scarce. We plan our itinerary around water. We research the most current up-to-date information from other trusted hikers and websites to determine how far we hike and where we will camp for the night. We plan for 4 liters per 8 hours because of the physical activity and heat. We also have electrolyte tablets we take with our water to replace the sodium and other minerals that are lost when we sweat. We will talk more about that later. The amount of water you should drink will always depend on your health, body weight, and activity for that day. I recommend drinking 32 oz for every 50 lbs on a normal day to replace what is lost through the skin, lungs, and kidney output for normal activity and drinking more when exercising or in the heat. Another reason you need to drink more water is to compensate for consuming dehydrating drinks with caffeine or alcohol.
Chronic dehydration causes many symptoms. It can affect our brain and cause mood disturbance, and memory issues and can cause headaches/migraines. It affects our stomach by causing ulcers and digestive problems. Dehydration will affect our joints and the discs in our back and muscles causing pain and spinal disc issues. It can also affect our circulatory system causing high or low blood pressure or heart palpitations. Every cell in your body is made up of water and requires proper hydration for each cell to perform optimally. By the time you are thirsty, you are already dehydrated. Thirst also comes in the form of hunger pains. My family gets irritated with me when they say “I’m still hungry” and I tell them to get a drink of water. Proper hydration affects how our bodies function.
Our bodies are mostly oxygen, water, sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium. We have minerals that should be in our water called electrolytes. These electrolytes together help the water get into the cells. Magnesium, potassium, calcium, sodium, and trace minerals are all in spring water the way they should be. We get a lot of these minerals from the food we eat however it can be necessary to replenish our body’s supply.
When I am backpacking I have a filtration system. This is how I can safely collect and drink water. It filters everything including minerals. (I’ll share a link to the best backpacking water filter, in my opinion, if you are in the market.) Because I am not getting electrolytes from my water I have to be even more diligent to get replacements from my food and supplemental tablets. A condition called Hyponatremia is a condition characterized by abnormally low levels of sodium in the blood. It is caused when the sodium in your blood becomes diluted with too much water and can be deadly. This is why mineral replacement in the Grand Canyon is crucial. Many people have serious issues because they drink water but don’t replace their electrolytes and become very ill. I have learned something interesting with two daughters who are surgical scrub technicians in the operating room. When performing surgery a saline solution must be used not plain water because water without the saline can cause cellular rupture.
16 oz water 1 packet of True Water Flavor 1/4 – 1/8 tsp high-quality mineral salt, NOT TABLE SALT
Daily hydration at home is also important. Sitting in a sauna, being outside, exercising, swimming, donating blood, or whatever it may be I rehydrate. I am not a fan of sports drinks because they have so much junk in them and I like to save my toxins for Diet Mt. Dew. As a better option for sports drinks or expensive packets, we make our special concoction with 16 oz water, 1 packet of True Water Flavor, and 1/4 – 1/8 tsp high-quality mineral salt, NOT TABLE SALT. We like Redmonds Salt, Celtic Salt, or Himalayan Pink Salt, but make sure it is a mineral salt. Table salt is a whole discussion in itself. The short of it is that table salt is bleached, doesn’t contain minerals, and is a toxin. We only use mineral salts at our house. Other great options for replenishing are the gold standards of coconut water and fruit, especially watermelon and potassium-rich foods. I wouldn’t recommend carrying a watermelon in the Grand Canyon though.
I originally began researching on the Utah.gov website Utah Department of Environmental Quality but as I read: “The most common disinfection used in Utah is chlorine, which is added at the treatment plant. Chlorine kills germs, but it does not harm humans directly.” I knew that the website was not going to give me the information I was looking for. Also because this government website didn’t have transparency about contaminants or additives like fluoride I started to look for more reliable resources. The Environmental Working Group tap water database reports 37 total contaminants in my zip code like lead, arsenic, uranium, chlorine, fluoride, and mercury to name a few. Most are proven to be cancer-causing agents while others like fluoride and chlorine are highly debated topics. At our house, we have become very spoiled with our filtration system. We have had it in each home for the last 20 + years. Our reverse osmosis drinking water system from Best Water in Utah removes all of it. Our soft water system even removes chlorine. Our daughter moved away to college and she called upset that her shower smelled like chlorine and her water tasted awful. It was a case of, you don’t realize what you have until it’s gone. We found on Amazon a shower head filter and a carbon filter water pitcher for her drinking water. As we drink filtered water at home, we run into the same issue of needing to replace lost minerals like I do while hiking. Adding minerals back into our filtered water helps us get the minerals our bodies need to function at their best. The benefit of removing these 37 known contaminants and any chlorine or fluoride is that I know my family’s drinking water is safe. Not to mention the taste is awesome. Getting clean water for your home doesn’t have to be an expensive whole-house system. You can start with a simple charcoal pitcher for your drinking water similar to my backpacking filter which is very affordable.
We hope that this has been helpful and encouraging and not overwhelming. Anytime you make little steps toward a healthier lifestyle you and those around you will benefit. Enjoy the summer and stay hydrated.
If you have any questions or want to schedule an appointment call us at 801-569-1141
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Do you have fun summer plans? Do you want to garden, travel, play with the kids, or finish a summer project? We can help with that.
Nothing will derail your summer plans like your health. Chiropractic and acupuncture are not just for when you are in pain but also for prevention. One of my favorite quotes that I have based my career as your chiropractor is from Thomas Edison “The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet and in the cause and prevention of disease.” Chiropractic and acupuncture, proper nutrition, and daily movement in my opinion are three things that are essential building blocks to a healthy mind and body that functions for everyday life.
“The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease.”
Movement
Movement such as walking is the number one thing you can do for your health. Your movement and muscles have more impact on your health than your weight. I am passionate about studying health and fitness. I get a lot of my information from books and podcasts that I trust, as well as my education in chiropractic. When you incorporate regular daily movement like going for a brisk walk to get your heart rate up or yard work you will be healthier. Adding weight adds even more benefit to your health. Why? Because the muscle has been called the longevity organ. I recently got my 80-year-old dad to go to the gym to lift weights, ride the bike, and walk on the treadmill. He tells me all the things he can do now easier than he could before. Adding weight training to the elderly will decrease the risk of falls and osteoporosis but there are neurological and cognitive benefits as well.
Chiropractic & Acupuncture
Our bodies feel good when our joints move freely and our body’s energy and fluid flow like clear water in a river.
Chiropractic is the study and manipulation of the joint to improve the movement of the joints in the body. Acupuncture is the balancing out of the flow and movement of energy in the body. Basically, as your chiropractor, I am a doctor of movement. When you think of a rusty hinge or backed-up stagnant water compare them to yourself. Do my legs and back feel good when they are like rusty hinges? Do I feel good when my organs have stagnant energy and mucky fluid built up? It is gross when we say it like that but our bodies feel good when our joints move freely and our body’s energy and fluid flow like clear water in a river. This prevents disease and increases our immune system.
Nutrition
Our bodies are overfed and undernourished.
Notice I said nutrition not diet. Nutrition is getting enough of the calories you need to build and maintain healthy muscle as well as providing the vitamins and minerals for each cell to function. When you eat better you feel better, when you feel better you can do more of your summer activities. Often our bodies need more quality nutrients and it is necessary to supplement through Standard Process Whole Food Supplements. I use this specific brand because of its health benefits and quality. I use them daily and my family uses these supplements daily as well because we notice how we feel and they work. An easy way to improve your nutrition is by adding a variety of vegetables, especially greens to your food. Be tricky by adding veggies to your sauces or soups. My wife will roast veggies and blend them up with spices to make a sauce. Get creative, but it can also be as simple as eating an apple. The point that I am trying to make is that we are overfed and under nourished. Another way to improve our health through diet is to add protein to our diet. As we age we need more protein to help maintain the muscle mass that we have. It also helps us to feel more full and will help us to not overeat. When you make these changes you will feel healthier.
Summer is a great time to start new healthy habits. These healthy habits will help you enjoy the summer how you want to. Hopefully, this has encouraged you to get outside, get moving, and eat all the yummy flavors summer has to offer. We are always here for you. If you have questions about supplements we can help. Or call to schedule an appointment at 801-569-1141.
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My wife and I have been planning this trip since the 2017 eclipse. It did not disappoint.
We were able to Visit San Antonio Missions including the Alamo. Met up with my longtime friend and fellow chiropractor. We went to a BYU vs UTexas baseball game. Ate our way through Texas with Mexican food and BBQ. Met up with good friends from Utah, does anyone look familiar from the office? Walked through underground caves, and checked off many of Kelly’s (from the office) required must-dos like Sherlie’s Do-nuts and Bucee’s gas station.
We experienced the eclipse with new Texas friends on their private ranch. They fed us the best-smoked brisket, creamed corn, and Texas sheet cake in Texas. The eclipse videos don’t quite do it justice and I am convinced that no two eclipses are the same.
Ending our trip in downtown San Antonio at the Menger Hotel. My wife almost canceled our reservations when she read that it is a “Haunted Hotel” I am glad she didn’t. We wandered the halls of the ever-added onto building that created new stairs and blocked-off windows. Plus the ambiance of the lightning storm was just what a haunted hotel needed. My wife was happy because it was really clean and she didn’t see a ghost. It was a great week and fun exploring Texas.
I love my job and I am excited to get back at it. Thank you for your understanding while I was out of the office. But I’m back and I may be saying Ya’ ‘ll a little more. Ya”ll call to get scheduled at 801-569-1141
On Monday, April 8th, 2024 there will be a Total Solar Eclipse across America. Here in Utah, we will see a 50% sun eclipse. We don’t want you to miss it or ruin your eyes. We are giving away free iso-certified solar eclipse glasses to anyone who stops by. Please share with your friends who want to stop by and pick up a pair for themselves.
-No appointment is necessary.
-Limit 2 per person
-While supplies last
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click here to view the full map from NASA.comTime and Date has a great interactive map click here to see what the eclipse will look like where you are.
HIAWATHA, KS – AUGUST 21: The sun is seen in full eclipse over a park on August 21, 2017 in Hiawatha, Kansas. Millions of people have flocked to areas of the U.S. that are in the “path of totality” in order to experience a total solar eclipse. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
“In Utah, the further southeast you are, the better. Mexican Hat will see more than 60% coverage while that number drops toward 50% as you move toward the Wasatch Front. Elko, Nevada, will see closer to just 40% coverage.” KSL article.
11:15 a.m. — partial eclipse begins in St. George
11:20 a.m. — partial eclipse begins over Wasatch Front
12:20 p.m. — maximum eclipse over most of Utah
1:45 p.m. — partial eclipse ends over eastern Utah
This article is available in its entirety by clicking KSLTV to learn more about the eclipse here in Utah.
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On October 14, 2023, beginning at 9 am Utah will witness an annular solar eclipse. Because we wanted everyone to be prepared we are giving away free iso-certified solar eclipse glasses. Please stop by the office during office hours to get yourself a pair. Please note that Dr. Collard will be out of the office on a Grand Canyon Adventure Wednesday October 4th, 5th & 6th and the office will be closed.
In 2017 Nanette told my wife Missy about the upcoming total eclipse. Missy was determined not to miss it. She reserved a camp spot (in a cornfield) in Rexburg Idaho, loaded up our three kids, and went. Since then, Nanette’s family and my family have been looking forward to this upcoming annular eclipse. That year we passed out hundreds of glasses and ran out, so this year we bought more.
“An annular eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and the Earth at its farthest point…creating a ring of fire.”
Don’t miss out because this ring of fire eclipse won’t happen here for another 20 years. The map below shows in dark pink the best viewing area with a total annular (circle/ring) eclipse. The lighter peach area shows an 80% partial eclipse. All of Utah will be able to view a spectacular and rare sight.
The map below shows the 2023 annular solar eclipse and the 2024 total solar eclipse. The 2024 total eclipse will be partly visible in Utah. This map below is a free download and printable from NASA. Follow the link provided below.
