Keith lost 62.2 pounds in just 40 days on NutriMost!

By Dr. Jon Thomas, DC, PSc.D, Board Certified Chiropractic Physician.

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The Olympics have been exciting to watch. To see great athletes like gymnast Simone Biles and sprinter Usain Bolt at the top of their games and giving peak performances is very inspiring. Two of the top swimmers in the Olympics have strong ties to Jacksonville. Ryan Murphy, who graduated from Bolles High School, won Gold Medals in three events. That officially makes him the best backstroke swimmer in the world! Joseph Schooling of Singapore won the Gold Medal in the 100-meter butterfly. He also is a graduate of Bolles High School.

For me, watching the Olympics has been almost as exciting as watching NutriMost patients transforming their lives as they get with the program and begin to achieve their weight loss and wellness goals. Lots of people get frustrated when they try to lose weight and get back into shape. They try this and they try that, but if they don’t see positive results in a reasonable period of time, they can become discouraged. On the other hand, when they start on NutriMost and begin to see results in the first few days, they get excited about it. As a practitioner, it’s very gratifying for me as well.

Keith sets the record for NutriMost at Vibrant Life!

Keith is the champion of his own health today. He recently shared his story on our Life in Balance TV segment. Losing 62.2 pounds in 40 days, he broke the record for the Vibrant Life Health Center. We’re very proud of him. Although he didn’t get a medal for his outstanding achievement, he gets to live a transformed life. Better still, he continues to work toward his wellness goals.

"I tried everything before and would lose weight and gain it right back,” he said. “I even got a trainer, but never got the results. Just a sore back. Doing this program doesn't hurt and my skin feels cleaner. Most importantly, with Dr. Jon's help I now know how to stay healthy!

“When my wife and I met with Dr. Thomas at the Vibrant Life Health Center, there was no sales pitch. After laying out the NutriMost program and answering our questions, Dr. Thomas stepped out of the room to give us a few minutes to think about it. We didn’t have to think about it for long.

“We could see that I was going to get one-on-one help with the program and that Dr. Thomas would keep me accountable. After I started the program, when I sent him a text, he didn’t just send a clinical response back to me. He was more like a coach, helping me to stay motivated.

“With NutriMost, you can eat great meals at restaurants or make them yourself at home. The book lays out what you should eat and you can go to the grocery store and get it yourself. That’s not like other programs where you have to buy their products. I had a 52-inch waist before NutriMost, and I’m down now to a 44-inch waist.”

After losing a lot of weight like Keith has, the body needs to be reprogrammed to keep from gaining the weight back. This is the reset phase in which we reprogram the metabolic trigger points so the body doesn’t return to its previous state. Long-term success doesn’t come from dieting. It comes from transforming the metabolism so that it burns fat while maintaining a healthy level of fat in the body.

If you’d like to lose 20 pounds or more in just forty days, the NutriMost system can certainly help. Check out the written testimonials and the video testimonials. If you have questions about NutriMost, make an appointment and I will be happy to answer them.

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Vibrant Life Health Center Gives Back to the Community

The Vibrant Life team recently collaborated with Archbishop Leonard Love and Bishop Carolyn Love of Truth for Living Ministries to provide children with some of the supplies they will be needing for the school year that has just gotten underway.

Life in Balance Tip: Juice Plus+

One of the greatest things my wife and I have done for our family was getting everyone on Juice Plus+. In today's world, no matter how hard we try we can't always seem to get all the necessary nutrients our bodies need.

Juice Plus+ is whole food based nutrition, including juice powder concentrates from 30 different fruits, vegetables, and grains. Juice Plus+ helps bridge the gap between what you should eat and what you actually do eat every day. It’s not a multivitamin, medicine, treatment or cure for any disease. Juice Plus+ is made from quality ingredients which are carefully monitored from farm to capsule to provide the natural nutrients your body needs to perform at its highest level.

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Everyone wants to eat right and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Unfortunately, maintaining a balanced nutritional diet can be a challenge. Healthy eating is about getting back to basics. For a healthy diet, it is recommended to fill half your plate at each meal with fruits and vegetables. However, healthy eating takes time, planning, and it can be expensive. Most people have a daily fruit and vegetable consumption gap as a result. Juice Plus+ products can help you fill that hole in your diet.

Eating healthy is one of the best ways to reduce your risk of disease. Having the right fuel in your body helps it to run better. Juice Plus+ puts more of the valuable nutrition from fruits and vegetables back into your diet to improve health and wellness. Give yourself a better diet and a healthier lifestyle. Also, for every adult that gets onto Juice Plus, one child can get it for free. Call us at Vibrant Life for details.  Try Juice Plus+.

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This article features the personal testimony of Keith, who lost 62 pounds in 40 days on the NutriMost program. I have also discussed how people, including myself and my family, are getting the nutrients their bodies need by using Juice Plus+ products.  

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At Vibrant Life, we address all of the key elements to add vibrance and vitality to your life. This includes nutrition, chiropractic care, and fitness. If you need to consult with a chiropractor about your neck, back, or any other health concern, please contact our office to set up an appointment.

Dr. Jon Thomas is a Board Certified Chiropractic Physician. His practice, The Vibrant Life Health Center, is located in the Mandarin section of Jacksonville. His interest in health and fitness started early, and his athletic pursuits have included BMX racing, Professional Snow Skiing, Water Skiing, Baseball, Weightlifting, and Martial Arts. After studying and learning from some of the top health experts throughout the world, Dr. Thomas dedicated his life to helping people of all ages to transform their lives. The objective for each patient is to initiate the body’s healing and to work progressively toward a body that functions optimally. Dr. Thomas is seen regularly on TV on First Coast Living, where he discusses the transformations of his patients. He also speaks at events throughout the community and writes informative articles to improve the health of residents throughout Jacksonville.

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Our Open House Success

By Dr. Jon Thomas, DC, PSc.D, Board Certified Chiropractic Physician.

Dr. Jon Thomas and Tracy Thomas
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We planned Our Health and Wellness Open House for months and it was a smashing success. The weather was perfect and people learned how their lives could be transformed. Whether people were suffering from back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, being overweight, sore muscles, poor nutrition, and so many other issues, Vibrant Life Health Center’s Open House showcased the services they provide that can help.

There were also many vendors which partner with Vibrant Life to help people be their best! The event was attended by almost 200 people who were actively seeking new ways to pursue better health. Among the Vibrant Life services showcased was the NutriMost Program.

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Reset Your Body with NutriMost

Lots of people who want to lose weight were able to find out what makes NutriMost different from other weight loss programs. This is the time of year when people plan outings to the beach or just out to a pool, and they want to look their best as they do that.

With other weight loss programs, a person can lose a lot of weight and then their body puts a stop to that. The body has a set point, which is the person’s weight before they lost any pounds, and the body wants to get back to that point. For weight loss to be permanent, you have to reset your hypothalamus and balance your body to create a new set point for your weight.

When you lose weight the right way, you can lose a lot of weight and lose it fast. We start with tests to determine each individual’s optimal fat-burning zone. We essentially ask the body what needs to change in order for it to burn the fat. When you know what to look for, the body will tell you what is needed.

Once we know that, we can give the body the personalized synergistic supplements it needs. Nutrimost also has the technology to determine what foods the body prefers in order to stay in the fat-burning zone. We’ll give you a list of foods that will keep you burning fat and which foods will take you out of the zone. While other programs focus only on food, NutriMost focuses on our proven technology and balancing the body.

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Body Composition Analysis

During the open house many individuals received a Body Composition Analysis (BCA). A BCA shows in-depth information about a person’s health and metabolism. A BCA can also help people to understand why so many attempts at losing weight fall short. People were able to see how much abnormal fat is currently on their bodies and how much fat is involved with vital organs like the heart, lungs, kidneys, etc.

A BCA also gives people an understanding of metabolic age, which refers to the age a person’s cells are functioning at. People are usually astonished when they see the difference between their actual birth age and their metabolic age. Fear not! If you missed the open house, you can schedule a BCA by calling the office!

Tytron Scans

Tytron Scans were free and they were a big hit at the open house. The Tytron Scan shows how well the central nervous system is functioning and where problem areas may be causing pain or dysfunction. The central nervous system passes through the entire spine. A human being’s life force flows from above, down, and inside out! It’s very important to understand how effectively the information is flowing. Breakdowns in the central nervous system can result in digestive issues, headaches, weakness or numbness in the hands, and other undesirable symptoms.

After receiving a Tytron Scan, people were able to review specific problems identified by the scan. The correlation between poor health and poor nervous system flow is amazing to most people. Vibrant Life Health Center performs these evaluations on all new patients interested in chiropractic services. Call today to schedule your nervous system evaluation!

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Juice Plus and Garden Towers

On the Nutritional front, Juice Plus was on hand discussing key ingredients for a healthy diet. They showed people how, in a few simple steps, they can meet and surpass all of their daily requirements for vitamins, minerals, and vegetables! Our friends from Juice Plus also demonstrated their Garden Towers, systems which make it possible to garden in any household.  

Garden Towers provide a compact and dirt-free system which produces a healthy and pure way to get fresh fruits and vegetables to your table. Vibrant Life Health Center is a distributor of these products. We’ll be more than happy to show how to use them for improved nutrition.

Renaissance Massage

Zyra Assaro, LMT for Renaissance Massage, which is located within the Vibrant Life Health Center, shared the importance of various types of massage. She demonstrated different techniques as well as other services she provides. Those include ionic detox baths, ear candling, and more! Zyra utilizes specific essential oils within her massages to address whatever challenges a patient may be experiencing. Zyra truly takes massage to the next level of health. 

Aromatherapy, Raindrop Therapy, and Essential Oils

The open house also gave us an opportunity to show off some of our newest services. Those include Aromatherapy and Raindrop Therapy. In the near future, we’ll be offering classes on Essential Oils. These classes will open the door for people to discover this powerful and specific tool for improved health! Pat Wanas was on hand to tell people about these new services and share testimonies of how people have been helped through these techniques.

Functional Medicine

Our Functional Medicine program was also featured. Functional Medicine involves specific testing to address micro and macro nutrients, thyroid functions, hormone imbalances, and cardiac health. Testing is also available to identify many other health situations which can be addressed with customized plans. 

If you missed this event, there is always an opportunity to come in and discuss any problems you may be having. The team at Vibrant Life Health Center will direct you to the appropriate and most effective approach for improving your health. Call today to set up an appointment and to get started on the path to better health.

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In this article, I have discussed the recent Open House at Vibrant Life Health Center. It was a smashing success. The weather was perfect and people learned how their lives could be transformed.

If you have a comment about this article, please leave it in the comments section below. If you know of someone who might benefit from the information in this blog, please share it with your friends, colleagues, and on social media.

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At Vibrant Life, we address all of the key elements to add vibrance and vitality to your life. This includes nutrition, chiropractic care, and fitness. If you need to consult with a chiropractor about your neck, back, or any other health concern, please contact our office to set up an appointment.

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Dr. Jon Thomas is a Board Certified Chiropractic Physician. His practice, The Vibrant Life Health Center, is located in the Mandarin section of Jacksonville. His interest in health and fitness started early, and his athletic pursuits have included BMX racing, Professional Snow Skiing, Water Skiing, Baseball, Weightlifting, and Martial Arts. After studying and learning from some of the top health experts throughout the world, Dr. Thomas dedicated his life to helping people of all ages to transform their lives. The objective for each patient is to initiate the body’s healing and to work progressively toward a body that functions optimally. Dr. Thomas is seen regularly on TV on First Coast Living, where he discusses the transformations of his patients. He also speaks at events throughout the community and writes informative articles to improve the health of residents throughout Jacksonville.

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Allergies are Nothing to Sneeze About

By Dr. Jon Thomas, DC, PSc.D, Board Certified Chiropractic Physician.

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Centers for Disease Control

We recently moved our clocks forward, and Spring is definitely in the air. So are clouds of oak pollen and other kinds of pollen. At this time of year, there are many mornings when people find a fresh dusting of yellow on their cars.  There are literally tons of pollen in the air. Birds are singing and allergy sufferers are sniffling and sneezing. Also, their eyes are watering and their throats are scratchy. It’s not a fun time of the year for the tens of millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies.

Understanding allergies

Allergic reactions begin in the immune system. Allergens are substances that fool the immune system into treating the allergens like invaders. The immune system reacts to allergens by producing antibodies to get rid of the invaders. The antibodies travel to cells where they release histamines. That’s why many allergy medicines are called anti-histamines.

In addition to pollen, some of the most common allergens are dust, mold, insect stings, animal dander, some foods, and some medications. Allergens can trigger symptoms in the nose, throat, lungs, ears, and sinuses. The reason some people react differently to allergens than other people is that they have some type of inflammation, which causes their immune systems to react differently.

How does Vibrant Life spell relief? AllerCaps

Business is booming at drugstores and grocery stores where people who are desperate for relief from allergy symptoms are seeking remedies among the numerous products that are available. Although some of those over-the-counter antihistamines may help, it can be very difficult to find one that relieves allergy symptoms without also causing drowsiness.

Fortunately, Vibrant Life Health Center has a natural supplement to counteract allergy symptoms without putting patients to sleep. AllerCaps is a comprehensive nutraceutical formula that promotes healthy inflammatory support and immune health.

According to the Merriam Webster dictionary, a nutraceutical is, “a foodstuff (as a fortified food or a dietary supplement) that is held to provide health or medical benefits in addition to its basic nutritional value—called also functional food.”

Unlike antihistamines which treat allergy symptoms, AllerCaps relieve inflammation and help the immune system to operate normally. That’s why they frequently work better than antihistamines. AllerCaps are highly recommended by many practitioners.

Premier Research Labs and Nucleo-Immune

AllerCaps are produced by Premier Research Labs (PRL), a world leader in Cellular Resonant Technology. Cellular Resonant Technology has enabled PRL to develop supplements that interact with the body at the cellular level to produce the best possible results.

PRL provides products that are completely free of toxic chemicals through the entire manufacturing process. While other producers of nutritional supplements use toxic chemicals called excipients in their manufacturing, PRL products are excipient-free. PRL tests every incoming container of raw material for superior quality control. They guarantee that what you see on the label is exactly what is in the product.

In addition to AllerCaps, PRL produces other excellent nutritional supplements which are available at the Vibrant Life Health Center. One of them is Nucleo-Immune, a dietary supplement which promotes rapid cellular rejuvenation and healing of wounds. It also increases vitality and strength. Nucleo-Immune supports the thymus, the intestinal and immune systems, and is very effective as a booster during the cold and winter season. 

Since it boosts the immune system, Nucleo-Immune, also helps allergy sufferers. It is available through the Vibrant Life Health Center. Give yourself a boost for the season and get some today!

Essential Oils

Essential oils help to detoxify the body and fight infections. They can also be used to fight inflammation, boost the immune system, and relieve allergy symptoms. They can be put into the air of any home with an inexpensive diffuser. Some can be applied directly to the skin.

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Dept. of Agriculture

Peppermint Oil can unclog the sinuses and provide relief to scratchy throats. Peppermint is an expectorant, which means that it will help you to cough up and purge phlegm. It also reduces inflammation, one of the leading causes of allergy symptoms.

Basil Oil is another essential oil that reduces inflammation. It’s also good for the adrenal glands, which help to produce over 50 hormones that are involved in nearly every bodily function.

Eucalyptus Oil improves circulation and reduces allergy symptoms by opening up the lungs and sinuses. Eucalyptus contains citronellal, which is an analgesic and anti-inflammatory. Eucalyptus also cleanses the body of toxins and microorganisms.

Lemon Oil helps to drain the lymphatic system, inhibits the growth of bacteria, and boosts the immune system. In the home, lemon oil can kill bacteria and eliminate allergy triggers present in the air.

Lavender is a natural antihistamine.  In addition to being effective for relieving allergy symptoms, lavender has a calming and soothing effect on the body. It has been known to help people relax and go to sleep at night.

Tea Tree Oil can destroy airborne pathogens. It is an antiseptic agent with anti-inflammatory properties. Diffusing tea tree oil in the home will kill mold, bacteria and fungi. Tea tree oil can be applied to the skin to kill bacteria and microorganisms. It can also be used as a household cleaner.

Roman Chamomile is frequently used for aromatherapy and it is also used for its soothing properties. It can also help with topical rashes brought on by allergies.

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In this article, I have discussed seasonal allergies and the tools that can boost the immune system to relieve symptoms. These include the AllerCaps and Nucleo-Immune, supplements available from Vibrant Life. I’ve also discussed Essential Oils which can be very helpful in dealing with allergies.

If you have a comment about this article, please leave it in the comments section below. If you know of someone who might benefit from the information in this blog, please share it with your friends, colleagues, and on social media.

The Google Plus button and other social media sharing buttons are below.

At Vibrant Life, we address all of the key elements to add vibrance and vitality to your life. This includes nutrition, chiropractic care, and fitness. If you need to consult with a chiropractor about your neck, back, or any other health concern, please contact our office to set up an appointment.

Dr. Jon Thomas is a Board Certified Chiropractic Physician. His practice, The Vibrant Life Health Center, is located in the Mandarin section of Jacksonville. His interest in health and fitness started early, and his athletic pursuits have included BMX racing, Professional Snow Skiing, Water Skiing, Baseball, Weight Lifting, and Martial Arts. After studying and learning from some of the top health experts throughout the world, Dr. Thomas dedicated his life to helping people of all ages to transform their lives. The objective for each patient is to initiate the body’s healing and to work progressively toward a body that functions optimally. Dr. Thomas is seen regularly on TV on First Coast Living, where he discusses the transformations of his patients. He also speaks at events throughout the community and writes informative articles to improve the health of residents throughout Jacksonville.

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