Quick Observations that point to Nutrition and Treatment

by Brimhall Wellness Tue, August 31 2010 19:20
QUICK OBSERVATIONS THAT POINT TO NUTRITION AND TREATMENT
 

August 30, 2010

Today we are going to give you some quick tips of recognition.  The nutrients mentioned are Nutri-West pharmaceutical grade Nutrition:

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I.  Visual Observation/ Exams:

White spots on nails = Zinc Deficiency or maybe B6 to assist in zinc metabolism. Zinc Lozenge, Zinc-S, Zinc Chelate

Ridges on the nails = Consider Iron Deficiency which would usually be a macrocytic anemia; Ferrous-Fumuro Chelate; another consideration is a macrocytic anemia due to deficiency in B12 and Folic acid (Vit C and copper deficiency can also be complicating factors.) Homocysteine Redux

Black under finger or toe nails = Consider yeast, fungus or mold.  Total Probiotics, Total Yeast Redux and reduce sugar and alcohol intake drastically.

Pitting Edema = Look at heart and kidneys. Total Heart I or II, Core Level Kidney, Test for hidden infections and inflammation. Total Yeast Redux, Total Virx, Total Multimune, Total Para, Total Bac-T, Total Inflamm

Cracked tongue = This is referred to topographic tongue and is associated with stress and B complex deficiency. DSF, B-Complex

Cracked corners of mouth = Similar as above.  Another sign of B complex deficiency and stress.  DSF glandular and Herbal, B-Complex

Tender lower left rib cage (1” left, off center) = HCL deficiency.  Hypo-D

Tender 6th inter costal mid nipple line = Another sign of HCL deficiency.  HCL deficiency.  Hypo-D

Rebound Tenderness of the abdomen = peritoneal inflammation.  Be extremely careful and suspect possible appendix rupture.  Be mindful of referring the patient out for further examination.  If Appendicitis is negative and for general intestinal support, consider Total Probiotics, Total Enzymes, L-Glutamine Plus, Total Multimune and Total Inflam

There are more quick observations we will discuss in the future.  This should be very helpful and get you to look at your patients and see what the body is telling you.  It is good to look at each patient SIX DIMENSIONALLY: 1) STRUCTURE, 2) NUTRITION, 3) ELECTROMAGNETIC, 4) EMOTIONS, 5) ALLERGIES OR SENSITIVITIES, 6) TOXINS

Yours in Health and Wellness,


John W Brimhall, BA, BS, DC, FIAMA, DIBAK



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A Doctor's Unsolicited Testimony on the Quantumwave Laser

by Brimhall Wellness Tue, August 31 2010 19:17
 

August 16, 2010

Dr. Brimhall:

I just want you to know how much success we are having with the Quantum Laser we just got from you. We never saw or felt too much with the previous laser we used. We had pretty much stopped using it. When A. D. (one of our daughters), came out to your last certification, she was amazed at the results you were achieving and how inexpensive they were. So I bought one for her and one for us.

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Portland, OR

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Harrisburg, PA

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I was driving one of my daughters out to Utah, as they are moving there for a three year residency. On the ride out there, she said she had a headache. So I said...well lets try this new laser first. She put it up to her head and within 3 seconds 80% of the headache was gone. I then put it on the gallbladder and within a minute the rest of the headache was gone.

While visiting another daughter, she stated she was getting a severe headache. I told her to just hold the Quantum Laser to her head. The same thing happened. Within 30 seconds the entire headache was gone.

My husband Dr. Terry's feet have felt what he describes as real heavy for years and nothing helped. We have started using the laser every night on them. The setting that seems to take away his heaviness is Pleo. On the third day the heaviness was just about gone. It has been about a week and they are feeling well. There was some tingling for about three weeks and now he says that has totally cleared up.

Needless to say, he just ordered one for himself to use at the office. There is no sharing any more. I use it on everyone now and the successes keep coming.

I got a text message from one of the daughters I previously mentioned and she said, "I haven't had a headache in a week since you worked on me with the new laser. I sure am glad that Dr. Brimhall introduced this new laser. This one is awesome".

I am just amazed at the results so far. I worked on an ex-drug addict three days ago and used the Quantum Laser as part of the treatment, along with the Total Liver Detox Nutri-West Nutrition. Meth was the drug of choice. She went home and started throwing up after the first treatment but said she didn't feel sick from it. In fact she, she said she felt great.

I saw her today in the office and she has started de-toxing with BLACK mucus coming out of the lungs and throat. I used the detox foot bath, Nutri-West Nutrition and the Quantum today to allow her to process faster. Her throat was so full of black gunk she could not talk. In 12 minutes she was able to eliminate the toxins and her voice came back. It’s just amazing. I will try to be at a seminar soon to learn more.

Dr. Kim Hanson
Memphis, TN

We appreciate hearing from Dr. Hanson and her experiences with the Quantum Laser.  We want to hear from all of you and your experiences using any and all parts of the Six Steps to Wellness.  We just returned from Kansas doing a three day seminar and this weekend is the Denver Seminar.  We are introducing Functional Diagnosis and the new Heavy Metal Challenge in each of the Nutri-West/Brimhall seminars now.  Almost without fail, the doctors and staff say these additions are some of the best innovations ever demonstrated to increase better results and new patients.

See YOU SOON!

John W Brimhall, BA, BS, DC, FIAMA, DIBAK

 

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Nutri-West Presents: Total Fiber

by Brimhall Wellness Tue, July 27 2010 18:33
Nutri-West Presents: Total Fiber
 

July 26, 2010

Fiber is a key element in intestinal health and TOTAL HEALTH. Dietary fibers are either soluble or insoluble, with most plant sources containing a mixture of both types. Fiber is available in many foods, especially fruits and vegetables, with some plant material containing very high levels of fiber, such as flaxseed, glucomannan, beta glucans, cocomut fiber, gum arabic, rice bran and apple pectin, among others. Fiber increases the “good bacteria” in the intestinal tract and produces butyric acid, a short chain fatty acid which is manufactured by the intestines through bacterial fermentation of fiber and is necessary for the healthy maintenance of the intestinal wall. Butyric acid is the main energy source for the colon epithelial cells and helps repair and regenerate damaged cells. Fiber softens stools and decreases transit time, guarding against constipation while at the same time being beneficial for diarrhea. Fiber also exercises the colon wall as well, preventing inflammatory pouches and and a “lazy” colon.

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The colon is a major elimination pathway for toxins, and supporting the colon with fiber helps both toxin binding and toxin removal, in the elimination process. Fiber is useful in detox protocols to flush toxic waste from the body. Ridding the body of excess toxic waste helps to maximize efficiency of all biochemical processes, maintaining general health and well-being. Most health organizations recommend increasing the fiber intake in the diet for optimal health.

Fiber slows gastric emptying, and it is helpful for blood sugar regulation and healthy cholesterol/triglyceride levels. Fiber can beneficially influence satiety, which is important in the support of weight balance. Fiber binds excess estrogen for removal, and many female complaints are due to estrogen dominance. Whether pre- or post-menopausal, fiber is beneficial for female hormonal balance. All colon conditions can usually be addressed with fiber support as a beneficial addition, however, it is important to note that even though fiber is important for colon health, if the colon is actively inflamed, such as with Inflammatory Bowel Syndrome, it is best to rest the gut with protein powders during those active bouts.

Inulin is a form of soluble fiber and is categorized as a prebiotic, which means that it promotes the growth of good bacteria in the gut (probiotics). There is evidence that inulin may increase calcium and magnesium absorption (1,2).

Rice Bran contains a high level of dietary fibers such as beta-glucan, pectin and gum. Constituents of these fibers include tocotrienols (a natural fraction of vitamin E), gamma-oryzanol and beta-sitosterol; all these ingredients have been noted to have a positive correlation to the lipid profile (cholesterol) (3).

Coconut Fiber is full of lignans and cellulose, with many health properties; indeed, some varieties of coconut have even been demonstrated to have “antinociceptive (analgesic) and anti-inflammatory activities which confirm the popular use of this plant” (4).

Flax Seed is used to provide bulk and counteract constipation because of its dietary fiber content (5). A 2009 study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reported that flax seeds may lower cholesterol levels, especially in women (6). Other studies suggest that flax seeds may be beneficial in other conditions as well, including stabilization of blood-sugar levels (7).

Apple Pectin is a soluble fiber that acts as a digestive aid and intestinal regulator. It slows gastric emptying, which is good for blood sugar and healthy cholesterol levels, and helps remove unwanted toxins from the colon. A research article published in Carcinogenesis, Apr 2010, describes a fraction of apple pectin as “highly effective against intestinal toxicities”, and “active against inflammation”, and reported that it “may be useful for treatment of colitis” (8). Yet another 2010 study, in Anaerobe, pointed out that apple pectin is one of the effective apple components improving the large intestine environment (9). Apple pectin is believed to increase the absorption capacity of the small intestine, and in fact has been shown to increase levels of quercetin, a powerful plant bioflavonoid (10).

Acacia Gum is a natural gum taken from two species of the acacia tree. It is a fiber that has pro-absorptive and antimicrobial properties (11).

Freeze Dried Apple: Both apple fiber and gum arabic lowered total and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) in men with moderately high cholesterol levels (12).

Chia Seed is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and amino acids, and contains significant levels of antioxidants and dietary fiber (mostly soluble). The antioxidants include caffeic acids, myricetin, quercetin, and kaempferol flavonols. A systematic review showed that “the available human and non-human studies show possible effectiveness for allergies, angina, athletic performance enhancement, coronary heart disease (CHD), heart attack, hormonal/endocrine disorders, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, stroke, and vasodilatation” (13). Some evidence also suggests possible anticoagulant and antiviral effects of chia (14).

Glucomannan is a water-soluble dietary fiber derived from konjac root and has the highest molecular weight and strongest viscosity among any dietary fiber known to science. Glucomannan can absorb up to 200 times its weight in water, which is one of the ways it increases bulk and slows insulin response. It promoted bowel movement and improved colonic ecology in constipated adults in a placebo-controlled, diet-controlled trial (15).

Natural Banana – bananas are high in fiber, potassium and phosphorus, and contain other vitamins and minerals as well. Banana is also a good source of healthful flavonoids and pre-biotics (16).
Spirulina is green, full of fiber, vitamins and minerals, has high anti-oxidant capacity and has been extensively researched. 2010 studies show that spirulina is helpful for inflammation, cholesterol, and toxic assault, amongst other health benefits (17). Spirulina has been proven to be, “effective to treat certain allergies, anemia, hepatotoxicity, viral and cardiovascular diseases, hyperglycemia, hyperlipidemia, immunodeficiency, and inflammatory processes, among others” (18). These activities are attributed to some of the components in spirulina, including an isolated complex called Ca-Spirulan.

Beta Glucans are not only high in fiber and well-known for being soluble fiber supplements, they lower bad cholesterol and raise good cholesterol (19). Beta glucans increase the phagocytosis of antigens (20) which is one of the ways in which it modulates the immune system. In fact, beta glucans have “been shown to enhance the envelopment and digestion (phagocytosis) of pathogenic microorganisms that cause infectious disease” (21), and positively affect the immune cascade, especially T cells, B cells and dendritic cells (22).

Agave Nectar (real nectar) a raw natural sweetener.

Dosage: One tablet three times per day, unless otherwise recommended (such as a bowel cleanse). It is important to drink plenty of filtered water with fiber supplements.

Contraindications: Acute stages of inflammatory bowel disease. High fiber may slow absorption of some drugs; take the supplement away from the drug by several hours.

Total Fiber is for you, your family and your patients. It is easy to take and removes all of the old reasons you did not get enough fiber.

Health and Happiness from the Wellness Team of Nutri-West/Brimhall!

John W Brimhall, BA, BS, DC, FIAMA, DIBAK

 

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DVD

Increasing Efficiency in the Billing Department

by Brimhall Wellness Tue, July 27 2010 18:24
Increasing Efficiency in the Billing Department
 

July 19, 2010

I. Four Ways to IMMEDIATELY Improve Your Nutrition Sales, Starting TODAY!

1. Ask your patients nutrition related questions during treatment!
Examples:
-“How is your Digestion?”
Products to consider: Total Enzymes, Total Probiotics, Hypo-D

-“How is your energy?”
Products to consider: DSF Formula, Total Mitochondria, Total Male, Total Female, Total GHR, Total Thyroid

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Denver, CO

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Portland, OR

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- “Do you take a multi-vitamin?” (or, “Do your children take a multivitamin?”)
Products to consider: Core Level Health Reserve, Total Veggie, Total Children’s Chewable

-In reference to Pain: Patients with acute or long term pain or discomfort, you may need to also address nutrition.
Products to consider: Total Joint Support, Total Inflam, Enzyme Pforesis Ice

2. Using N-Compass Health or the eWellnessSystem (www.eWellnessSystem.com), make nutritional information available in your reception area and other treatment areas that may be applicable. This information should be relating to specific Health Concerns to better connect with and relate to the patient! Examples: Allergies, Cold/Flu, Fatigue, Depression, Stress, Fibromyalgia, Diabetes, etc.

3. Post a ‘Condition of the Month’ (made available by Nutri-West) in your reception area! Use this to promote and educate patients on specific conditions and nutrition! This is also a great way for doctors and staff to become more familiar with nutrition! Your condition of the month can also be part of a doctor/staff training where this information is reviewed and discussed! The more doctors and staff understand nutrition and it’s benefits, the more they will feel comfortable to discuss this with patients!! You can get this information from www.eWellnessSystem.com.

4. Make sure you have the Nutri-West Silver Bullets Manual in your practice. This is one way to further educate patients on what you’re recommending to them and why! It is a great resource! Read the Nutri-Notes that come with every Nutri-West order you place! This is great for doctor, staff and patient education! If you aren’t getting the Nutri-Notes or don’t have the Silver Bullets Manual, be sure to ask your distributor right away!

II. Increasing Efficiency in the Billing Department
Electronic Claims Submission --> DONE RIGHT!


The Brimhall Team’s job is to teach YOU how to treat the patients for increased results. Brandy’s job is to increase your profits. This second portion of this week's Puzzle Piece is on why and how to do Electronic Claims Submission.

There are so many tasks to be organized and addressed in a billing department, such as claims submission, insurance verifications, claims appeals, reviewing of Accounts Receivable and claims re-submissions, patient account statements and collections, etc. Some of these duties can be extremely time consuming which is why it is so important to insure that every step and every system in the billing department is as efficient and effective as possible. By evaluating this, you are sure to prevent or reduce lost time in carry out of systems, streamline the systems within the department and gain confidence that these procedures are being executed smoothly and correctly. One element to evaluate in your billing department is electronic claims submissions. Getting paid by
Insurance carriers and getting paid faster is a crucial component to efficiency and productivity in a billing department.

Are you getting rejected claims? Are you finding that many of your claims still aren't being received by insurance payers? Do you have a good relationship with your insurance clearinghouse where your questions are answered and assistance is quickly provided, if needed?

If any of the above questions are obstacles that you face, you would be well served to reconsider your current clearinghouse. Or, maybe you are ready to transition from paper to electronic claims submission and are unclear about the steps you need to take. Either way, you may find comfort and confidence with APEX EDI. The following will outline only a few features that are offered by Apex EDI that will certainly help to insure efficiency in the claims submission process! Benefits and features of Apex EDI include:

1. No annual maintenance fees
2. Money back guarantee
3. Online Corrections resulting in:
     a. No double submission on a single claim
     b. No double charges for a single claim (because of double submission)
4. Flat Rate with Unlimited Claims submissions
5. Compatible with ALL Practice Management Software (even those that offer clearing house services)
6. Verification of claims delivery
7. FREE client support
8. Connects to all insurance companies, nation and state wide.
a. Claims are no longer being dropped to paper and printed for submission
b. Reduces paper claims expense

Apex EDI will do a risk free, FREE claims service evaluation upon your request! Please call them at 800-840-9152. Additionally, by mentioning referral code 104, you will receive 2 months of FREE service, if you sign up with them! You can also preview Apex EDI online at www.apexedi.com.

This is a very helpful step in streamlining your billing department. Please subscribe to the Total Practice Resources Spotlight newsletter, as we will continue to cover other important steps that can be taken to make your office as efficient and profitable as possible!

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As you can see, Brandy had her hand in today’s Puzzle Piece.  She is at most three day and some two day seminars to assist you and your staff on increasing profitability without increasing  your overhead.

Come and see us soon at a Nutri-West/Brimhall Seminar!

Yours in Health and Wellness,

John W Brimhall, DC and the Wellness Team

 

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Keep Bottled Water Out of the Hot Car = Dioxins

by Brimhall Wellness Tue, July 13 2010 18:53
KEEP BOTTLED WATER OUT OF THE HOT CAR = DIOXINS
 

July 12, 2010

PLASTICS have been identified as one of the most common causes of high levels of dioxins in the tissues.

The heat reacts with the chemicals in the plastic of the bottle which releases dioxin into the water.

Dioxin is a toxin increasingly found in breast cancer tissue.

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Denver, CO

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USE a stainless steel container or a glass bottle instead of plastic!

NO plastic containers in the microwave.

NO plastic wrap in microwave.

Dioxins are highly poisonous to the cells of our bodies. Don't freeze your plastic bottles with water in them as this releases dioxins from the plastic.

Use glass, such as Corning Ware, Pyrex or ceramic containers for heating food.

Patients that eat such things as TV dinners, instant ramen and soups, etc., should remove them from the container and heat them in a glass container. You have no idea what is in the paper/cardboard etc. that surrounds pre packaged food.

Detox is one of the Six Steps To Wellness. Nutri-West is releasing a new DETOX PROGRAM this next month. Please get all of the details at a Nutri-West/Brimhall Seminar and watch for the Puzzle Pieces and Nutri-West mailings.

Yours in Health and Wellness,

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A Case History of MS and Environmental Allergies

by Brimhall Wellness Tue, July 13 2010 18:50
A Case History of MS and Environmental Allergies
 

July 6, 2010

A doctor recently submitted this case for help:

QUESTION: This is a 20 year old female (5’ 7", 135 lbs) with a history of environmental allergies and a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis. The patient already takes many vitamins, which has helped to control her MS symptoms.

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She was living in an apartment at college that was found to have black mold. Shortly after she moved in, her symptoms took a turn for the worse as did her allergies. She has moved out and improved but is still dealing with chronic fatigue, headaches, and weakness in her legs. She overheats easily, as is common with many MS patients.

On her latest episode she was given an IV push of corticosteroids to control inflammation and leg pain.

Upon health scan, weak points revealed Total Yeast Redux strengthening mold point, Adreno Plus enhancing adrenal weakness and she was also weak with Total Aluminum, which balanced the toxicity point. All other points tested strong.

Detox footbaths, laser and adjustments were started as was nutrition. What else should we look for or add?

ANSWER: Make sure she is wearing a multipolar magnet night and day. Electromagnetic imbalance and sensitivities are common and severe in many of these types of patients. With a homeopathic metal testing positive, we have found giving the Homeopathic metal and giving Total Chelate (usual dosage is one three times per day) is helpful on almost every patient. As the metals are released, it is important to have adequate fatty acids and to give Total Chelate to help release the metals from the body. Test for Total Flaxseed oil, fish oils (Nutri-West Complete line) and F Complex.

Give the number of drops that tests with the Total Aluminum. Then do A/SERT with the Total Aluminum and the oil that tested as well. I would definitely test further for the liver after you give the Total Aluminum drops.

The usual dosage is one to two tablets up to three times per day of Total Liver D-Tox and also Total Chelate at a similar dosage. I would do a therapy localization challenge of the brain after you give the Total Aluminum or whatever heavy metal shows. We have found one to three drops under the tongue of the Homeopathic will unlock hidden findings and demonstrate, with muscle response testing, which areas of the brain will respond to Cold Laser. Total Brain can be very supportive to the correction after lasering. Eyelights can be very helpful here as well. I have discussed this testing and treating procedure in previous Puzzle Pieces. They are archived for your convenience at www.brimhall.com under Newsletters or call 866-338-4883 to reach our office for assistance or questions.

With any MS patient, I would test for GLUTEN SENSITIVITIES. This can be an undiagnosed condition, and if uncovered, can change the patient’s life tremendously. I have seen many MS patients have gluten or nightshade sensitivities. The patient can order the gluten test on the internet at WWW.ENTEROLAB.COM . Have them order the test, complete the stool sample and the salivary swab. The stool sample will give you a positive if it is a factor and the swab shows the genetic predisposition.

Be sure and support the digestion of these patients with Total Probiotics at two first thing upon arising for 90 days and one per day always. HCL such as Hypo D or Ges-Cid, and Total Enzymes should be considered as well.

We look forward to seeing all of you at a Nutri-West/Brimhall Seminar soon. Many new innovations will be discussed and demonstrated including our New DETOX PROGRAM, TOTAL FIBER, and FUNCTIONAL DIAGNOSTICS SEMINARS ETC.

Also for your convenience, we have just launched our Brimhall Certified Doctor locator at http://brimhall.com/brimhall-certified-doctors.aspx . You may now type in your City or Zip Code and find a Brimhall Certified Doctor for your patients in other areas of the United States. If you need to update your listing, please contact Carey at 866-338-4883 so she can make sure your address and contact information is correctly listed.

John W. Brimhall, BA, BS, DC, FIAMA, DIBAK

 

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What is Narcolepsy and What Can We Do About It?

by Brimhall Wellness Tue, July 13 2010 18:48
What is NARCOLEPSY and What Can We Do About It?
 

June 21, 2010

Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder that affects the control of sleep and wakefulness. People with narcolepsy experience excessive daytime sleepiness and intermittent, uncontrollable episodes of falling asleep during the daytime. These sudden sleep attacks may occur during any type of activity at any time of the day. This factor makes it very dangerous and threatening to the patient’s life and wellbeing.

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Gulf Shores, AL

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Kansas City, MO

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Denver, CO

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It is estimated that narcolepsy affects 1 in every 2000 Americans. Patients report other symptoms of mental cloudiness, a lack of energy and concentration, memory lapses, a depressed mood, and/or extreme exhaustion. Other symptoms may present such as Cataplexy or sudden loss of muscle tone and feeling weak all over, Hallucinations in wakefulness and sleep, Sleep Paralysis, which involve an inability to move or speak while falling asleep or waking up. You can see this set of symptomatic expression limits a persons activities and safety while trying to live a normal life.

What causes narcolepsy?
Medically the cause of narcolepsy is not known. Researchers have listed both genetic and epigenetic connections. It is thought that sometimes the bodies own immune system mistakenly attacks the brain cells involved in regulating the sleep-wake cycle. It is believed that narcolepsy is the result of these cells being involved.

Drugs such as NUVIGIL are used to improve wakefulness in patients with narcolepsy. It has not been considered a treatment for narcolepsy itself or its other symptoms or consequences but has been used to increase wakefulness.

In our normal sleep cycle, we initially enter superficial stages of sleep followed by deeper sleep stages and ultimately (after about 90 minutes) rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. For people having narcolepsy, REM sleep occurs almost immediately in the sleep cycle as well as periodically during the waking hours. It is in REM sleep that we can experience dreams and muscle paralysis, which explains some of the symptoms of narcolepsy.

Narcolepsy usually manifests between the ages of 15 and 25 but can present at any age.

Natural Treatment
This is a condition that I have seen personally in practice. Dr. Goodheart wrote papers on Narcolepsy and thought the place to start was digestion. He was especially mindful of Small Intestine function. Many people get sleepy after eating because of over eating, not digesting their food properly and having food sensitivities or allergies. With this insight I always tested for Total Enzymes for the digestion of proteins, carbohydrates and fats, Hypo D for HCL, Total Probiotics for proper bowel flora, Total Leaky Gut for the small intestine and L Glutamine Plus for the large bowel.

I have found heavy metals and toxic burden in every Narcolepsy patient treated. The use of Nutri-West’s Homeopath metals as they test positive, Total Chelate, Total Flax, Fish Oils, Total Greens and Total Systemic Detox are found to be very helpful.

It is important to consider Total Brain after doing a brain balance with the laser protocol, including cranial nerve evaluation and treatment. It can be very helpful to add the Eyelights, since the patient can continue this at home daily. This treatment and this overall protocol discussed have been very helpful in snoring and sleep apnea as well. As mentioned at the beginning of the article, an auto immune response is seen in some patients and we must consider Total CMO and the over all causes of our body attacking itself.

Under eating, testing for food sensitivities and allergies (A/SERT), eliminating or testing for gluten sensitivities, specific nutrition to assist the immune system in clearing infections such as Total Yeast, Total Multimune, Total Virx, Total Bac-T and Total Para should be considered and tested for.
As you can see, all SIX STEPS need evaluation and treatment in Narcolepsy and these other referenced conditions. Cranio-sacral treatment (especially the sagittal suture and treat the corpus callosum with cold laser), foot baths, subluxation correction, electromagnetic balancing, emotional stress reduction and major detoxification are all necessary considerations.

We cover all of this and more in the Nutri-West/Brimhall Seminars. We have now added Functional Diagnostic Testing to our seminars, which are a great help to evaluate the TOTAL PERSON. Blood testing, Salivary Evaluation and Hair Analysis are often necessary to look at the picture the body is painting, especially when there are major complications and web-like interactions.

We look forward to seeing you soon,

John W. Brimhall, BA, BS, DC, FIAMA, DIBAK


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Evaluate Your Practice

by Brimhall Wellness Tue, June 15 2010 20:04
EVALUATE YOUR PRACTICE!!
 

June 14, 2010

Research shows that which you keep track of grows. To allow your practice to grow, here are some QUICK TIPS FOR EVALUATION prepared by Brandy of TPR

It is important to have confidence and clarity in your practice systems. These things all have to be evaluated periodically to insure thoroughness and efficiency. We want you to evaluate your practice! Below, I have prepared a mini practice evaluation for you to review and rate your practice!

Rate the following categories 1-5.
1= Very   Poor 2=Poor   3=Average   4=Good   5=Excellent

*I am confident in my level of documentation & coding Rating: _____
*I am able to track my nutrition sales to monitor improvement Rating: _____
*I am confident in my team and their performance Rating: _____
*I am confident in my patient education Rating: _____
*I have systems in place to help insure patient follow through with their nutrition and other service recommendations Rating: _____
*I am confident that systems in my office are performed thoroughly and efficiently Rating: _____
*I am comfortable with the level of communication
among staff and doctor(s) to staff
Rating: _____
*I review my statistics regularly to monitor change Rating: _____
*I have a clear vision of my practice goals Rating: _____
*I utilize some of the materials available to me by Nutri-West & from seminars, to educate myself, my staff and my patients (silver bullets, e-Wellness, Nutri-Notes, seminar binders, etc) Rating: _____
*My team is aware of my practice goals and we discuss and plan how these may be achieved Rating: _____
*I am happy with the experience my patients have during their visits Rating: _____
*I have accountability measures in place for myself and my staff to insure proper completion and efficiency of systems and procedures Rating: _____

Suggestions/comments of what you may like to see more of or learn more about at Nutri-West/Brimhall seminars: ____________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________

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June 26
Newport Beach, CA

One Day Nutrition
Dr. John Brimhall
Nutri-West S. California
800-541-1588


July 31, - Aug 1
Gulf Shores, AL

Basic, Intermediate
Dr. John Brimhall
Nutri-West South
800-343-0754


August 13-15
Kansas City, MO

Basic, Int, & Advanced
Dr. John Brimhall
Nutri-West Kansas
800-658-1656


August 20-22
Denver, CO

Basic, Int, & Advanced
Dr. John Brimhall
Nutri-West Colorado
866-271-8888


Let us know how you did!! Please review this with your team but also send your results to brandy_tpr@yahoo.com to receive a free practice consultation call!

Also, don’t forget to sign up for the free TPR Spotlight e-newsletter that is issued monthly. This newsletter contains important information and tips that you won’t want to miss out on. Subscribe to this at www.TotalPracticeResources.com!

Connect with Your Peers
How the ChiroNetwork.info can help you

To best explain our new www.ChiroNetwork.info service, you will literally have to see it for yourself. There are so many features and benefits that are frequently needed in Chiropractic and Wellness practices that we can't always access. ChiroNetwork is an easy to use tool that will help put the information you need, at your fingertips, at your convenience. ChiroNetwork.info was designed for both doctors and CAs in an effort to help amplify practice assistance for practice growth and development. Features such as webinars, a chat forum, statistics keeping software, important links, Frequently Asked Questions, details on current events impacting the profession and MUCH more!

Take a look at www.ChiroNetwork.info to see how this new tool can be a very important resource, time saver and educational piece for your practice! Specific questions can be e-mailed to brandy@ChiroNetwork.info or you can contact Total Practice Resources at (303) 242-8901.

Brandy has prepared several articles we will release them over the next few weeks to help you grow your practice and keep organization at the top of your list. Brandy would be happy to schedule a free consultation to discuss this questionnaire with you at your convenience, please contact her at (303) 242-8901.

We look forward to seeing you soon at a Nutri-West/Brimhall Seminar!

John W. Brimhall, BA, BS, DC, FIAMA, DIBAK and the Wellness Team


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The Second Most Common Reason Patients go to a Doctor is Fatigue

by Brimhall Wellness Tue, May 25 2010 19:27

THE SECOND MOST COMMON REASON PATIENTS GO TO A DOCTOR IS FATIGUE

 

Continued research shows many people have increasing levels of toxins, as I have been stating for many years, that are causing serious health effects. PFOA or Perfluorocatanoic Acid, as stated by a May 2010 report of the EPA, demonstrates cooking with Teflon pots and pans leaches this chemical into our system. It has also been demonstrated this chemical can be a factor in aberrant thyroid function, which can be a major factor in fatigue. I have listed the reference below.

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June 5 & 6
HOMECOMING
Atlanta, GA

Basic, Intermediate
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Nutri-West Blue Ridge
800-334-3793


June 26
Newport Beach, CA

One Day Nutrition
Dr. John Brimhall
Nutri-West S. California
800-541-1588


July 31, - Aug 1
Gulf Shores, AL

Basic, Intermediate
Dr. John Brimhall
Nutri-West South
800-343-0754


August 13-15
Kansas City, MO

Basic, Int, & Advanced
Dr. John Brimhall
Nutri-West Kansas
800-658-1656


August 20-22
Denver, CO

Basic, Int, & Advanced
Dr. John Brimhall
Nutri-West Colorado
866-271-8888


[Environmental Health Perspectives May, 2010:
Association between Serum Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) and Thyroid Disease in the U.S. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey
David Melzer1, Neil Rice1, Michael H. Depledge2, William E. Henley3, Tamara S. Galloway4
1 Epidemiology and Public Health Group, and, 2 Environment and Human Health Group, Peninsula Medical School, Exeter, United Kingdom, 3 School of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom, 4 School of Biosciences, University of Exeter, Exeter, United Kingdom]

Standard thyroid tests are thought by many Holistic and Wellness Physicians not to be adequate in evaluating optimal function. This report, referred to above, documented that thyroid function is harmed by these PFOA toxins that seem to be found in almost everyone in today’s toxic environment. You may want to do a more thorough investigation of thyroid function on yourself and your patients and educate them to not use coatings that give off toxic substances.

A good book to read is, Type 2 Hypothyroidism, by Mark Starr. He gives you many insights on more extensive testing and what he considers a hidden epidemic of thyroid problems. He states millions of patients have fatigue and obesity that have been diagnosed with normal thyroid by standard tests. He feels many of these patients are hypothyroid.

Labrix (877-656-9596) has added an iodine test because of the common finding of Iodine deficiency. Mark Starr feels this is a serious deficiency as well in his evaluations. Iodine supplementation is needed by most Americans and it also helps counteract the Bromine and Fluorine toxins everyone is exposed to in today’s environment. We get Fluorine in our water, toothpaste, some dental treatments etc. Fluorine and Bromine bind up the needed iodine and extra is needed to be adequate for us to function normally. We are also exposed to fluorinated water daily in our bath and showers. Mountain Dew is a popular beverage, which contains toxic Bromine that has been documented to increase mental problems.

Consider safe cooking utensils, adding Nutri-West’s Iodine Rescue, Total Greens, Total Veggie, Total Chelate, Total System Detox, Total Liver Detox, Total Thyroid and maybe even a Dana Water System (480-924-4999, www.danawater.com), and a Far Infra Red Sauna (800-794-5355, www.hightechhealth.com), as well as reducing your chlorine and bromine intake/exposure.

We have a new Heavy Metal Challenge we are teaching at the Nutri-West/Brimhall Seminars. Most doctors are saying it is one of the most helpful things they have learned in years. It solves those non testable patients and even shows which brain areas will respond to laser and nutrition therapy most readily. We are of course teaching laser therapy applicable to all cold lasers. We are using and demonstrating the Quantum Scalar Wave Laser in our teachings, that is very affordable and effective as it uses red, infra red and violet wavelengths.

Brimhall Certified Doctors, Atlanta Homecoming June 5th and 6th will be your last chance this year to recertify if you for 2010. We are extending our offer to certify for the full price of the seminar. Call Carey at 866-338-4883 to signup.

See you soon,

John W. Brimhall, BA, BS, DC, FIAMA, DIBAK and Wellness Team

Cerebral and Heart Problems of an Infant

by Brimhall Wellness Tue, May 11 2010 18:14

Cerebral and Heart Problems of and Infant

May 10, 2010

A doctor and mother asked: Will the 6 Steps help a cerebral problem and a post surgery Tetralogy of Fallot for a 91/2 month old?

This child was born in a traumatic situation without Medical help, the cord cut by the mother and the child almost bled to death. He developed a grade one cerebral (bilateral) bleed, anoxia and then was placed on life support. He also had to have a total surgical correction of a Tetralogy of Fallot.

His mother stated at 91/2 months old the child is barely starting to sit up with support. He shows no interest in trying to crawl and the neurologist has told us that he WILL have learning and probably behavioral problems. He is functioning at about a 6 month level.

This baby was seen one time and Percussion was accomplished at the left fibula head, bilateral deltoid recess, spine and the right mastoid area. Craniosacral balancing was accomplished along with shock release and specific cold laser to the spine and cranium as tested.

Nutrition given was Total Probiotics to re-establish friendly bacteria, Total Enzymes for digestion, assimilation and elimination and Total Brain. Other nutrition to be considered could be Total Bac-T, being a liquid and easy to give an infant and very helpful for the immune system.

Mother’s report 8 days after treatment: Hi Dr. Brimhall,

I just want to let you know that our baby will now sleep on his left side willingly for the first time since his heart surgery (last Aug)...he has always only wanted to lay on his back or right side only. AND..he started uttering "da-da-da-" and ga-ga-ga, and almost singing instead of screaming. He is also moving around on the floor (almost thinking about crawling) instead of wanting to be on his back all the time. He is also laughing a lot!!

Thank you so much for seeing my child.

We owe it to ourselves and our patients to do all 6 Steps if necessary to get results. We teach structural correction, including spinal, extremities, Craniosacral, TMJ and fascial treatment. We must evaluate and treat with nutrition, detoxification, stress release and potential allergic reactions to the environment because they are all potential causes of vertebral subluxations, fixations and neuromuscular imbalance.

Our outcome is to take Wellness to the World. We need YOUR HELP. Come and see us soon at a Nutri-West/Brimhall Seminar.

YOU WILL NOT WANT TO MISS THE NEW HEAVY METAL TESTING DR BRIMHALL HAS DEVELOPED.  ALMOST EVERY DOC THESE PAST FEW SEMINARS HAS SAID IT IS ONE OF THE GREATEST HELPS THEY HAVE SEEN TO THEIR PRACTICE.  WE NOW KNOW WHY PATIENTS ARE NOT TESTABLE, LOCK UP AND GET NEUROLOGICALLY SWITCHED; AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT.

Yours in health and wellness,

John W. Brimhall, BA, BS, DC, FIAMA, DIBAK