Vitamin "I"

I turned 60 last week…

Or as my friend Mark said, “You are turning 12 for the 5th time.”

I think he is correct. 

In fine fashion, and to prove his point, I over-did everything the week before. I hiked too much, I went to the gym and put in 2 intense workouts, I road my bike at the lake like someone was chasing me and… by the end of the week, I felt like I had the flu because I ached all over! Real ache.

Stupid. Age does not necessarily mean wise. 12 years old for sure.

So, I was in McCall that weekend to bike and hike some more. But I mean, I hurt. I almost couldn’t function.

I took Ibuprofen. And let me tell you, that stuff works. I got on my Mt. Bike and had a blast.

The next morning, however, the ibuprofen had worn off and I felt terrible. 

I can’t prove it, but it felt like I was in worse shape than before. Classic. Treat the symptoms, make the mistake of believing that you are cured, and then you are in a bigger mess. Happens every time. 

It is estimated that 30 billion doses are taken each year in the United States. Why so much? Because it works! It reduces fevers, it reduces inflammation, it reduces pain. It is a wonder!

But…

Let's look at this closer. There are a few problems when using Ibuprofen. Particularly if you are using it chronically. The known side effects of long-term use include gastrointestinal bleeding, kidney failure, liver failure, heart failure, stroke, there is more but I think you get the idea. This stuff is potent and will ultimately harm you. Click here to read: Cleveland Clinic

Like I said above, it gets rid of symptoms. But really it just masks them. Symptoms however are not the problem. Click here for blog on symptoms: Don’t Shoot The Messenger. If your body signals are being rerouted and/or dampened, then your bodily awareness is greatly reduced. Like cutting the wire in your car that gives you the low oil light. The problem is still there but the signal isn’t and so you go and do stupid stuff, like Mt. Biking. These signals are good and right and should be heeded and not suppressed.   

If you find that you have been using Ibuprofen on a regular basis, for whatever reason, just so you can function, WE NEED TO TALK.

We have a bunch of different options that will reduce your need and dependence on this stuff.

Call us. Your organs will thank you. Detoxing is great place to start! Abbey’s detox blog here: How’s Your Garbage Disposal?

Don’t settle for daily symptomatic relief when true health is available. Make an appointment!

Cheers,

ks