Nutritional Advice and Supplements

Nutrition Doesn't Have to Be Complicated

Most patients don't come to Keep It Kinetic because they're looking for nutritional counseling.

They come because their back hurts, their neck hurts, they got injured, or something isn't moving the way it should.

But nutrition comes up pretty regularly.

Patients ask me what supplements I take, whether a vitamin they're taking is worthwhile, what kind of protein they should use, or what they can change if they're trying to eat better or lose some weight.

I'm happy to have those conversations.

Nutrition isn't the main focus of my practice, but it's something I've been interested in for years and something we can discuss when it makes sense.

My Approach to Supplements

I'll start with something I tell patients all the time:

Just because something says "healthy" on the bottle doesn't mean it's worth taking.

The supplement aisle can be ridiculous.

There are hundreds of vitamins, powders, herbs, gummies, drinks, and products all promising to do something amazing. Some are useful. Some aren't. And more isn't automatically better.

Over the years, I've become pretty selective about what I personally use and what I'm comfortable recommending to patients.

Two of the companies I've trusted most are Anabolic Laboratories and Biotics Research.

That doesn't mean everyone who walks into the office needs a bag full of supplements.

Usually, they don't.

Do I Need to Take Supplements?

Maybe. Maybe not.

I'd rather look at why you're considering a supplement than just tell you to take one.

Are you trying to correct something your doctor found on blood work? Are you not getting enough of something through your diet? Are you looking for help with recovery or general nutrition? Did somebody on the internet convince you that everyone needs it?

Those are very different situations.

Depending on what you're asking about, I may give you my opinion, suggest something to discuss with your primary care doctor, or tell you I don't think you need it.

And if you're taking medications or being treated for a medical condition, that's important information too. Supplements can interact with medications and aren't automatically safe just because they're available without a prescription.

What About Diet and Weight Loss?

I can help with the basics.

If you're trying to lose weight, clean up your diet, increase your protein intake, or simply make better food choices, we can talk about it.

I'm a big believer that a plan has to be realistic enough that you're actually going to follow it.

You don't need to eat perfectly.

You don't need some incredibly complicated diet.

And you definitely don't need to live on lettuce and chicken breast for the rest of your life.

Sometimes relatively simple changes can make a big difference.

If you're looking for highly specialized nutritional management or have a medical condition that requires a therapeutic diet, I'll recommend working with the appropriate physician or registered dietitian.

What About Cleanses?

This is another subject patients ask me about.

I'm not a fan of the idea that your body is full of mysterious "toxins" that need to be flushed out with a special drink.

Your liver and kidneys already do a pretty good job of that.

That said, sometimes people like using a short, structured nutrition program as a way to reset some bad eating habits.

For me, that's the more useful way to think about it.

Eat better foods. Cut back on junk. Pay attention to portions. Drink enough water. Get enough protein. Give yourself a defined period where you're actually paying attention to what you're eating.

If you want help putting something like that together, we can talk about it.

Nutrition and an Active Lifestyle

A lot of my patients are active.

They lift weights, run, golf, play sports, work physical jobs, or are simply trying to stay active as they get older.

Nutrition can obviously play a role in that.

Patients commonly ask me about things like:

• Protein
• Hydration
• Vitamins and minerals
• Magnesium
• Vitamin D
• Omega-3s
• Recovery nutrition
• General supplementation

I'm happy to talk through what you're currently doing and give you my thoughts.

But again, I'm not going to recommend ten supplements just because I can sell you ten supplements.

If I think something is worth considering, I'll tell you why.

If I think you're wasting your money, I'll tell you that too.

Do You Sell Supplements in the Office?

We do carry and have access to certain nutritional products and supplements.

I've primarily worked with Anabolic Laboratories and Biotics Research because they're companies I've used and trusted over the years.

But there's no requirement to buy supplements from us.

If there's a product I think makes sense for you, I'll explain what it is and why I'm recommending it.

You can decide from there.

Nutrition Is Not a Replacement for Medical Care

This is important.

If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid disease, gastrointestinal disease, an eating disorder, or another medical condition that requires specialized nutritional management, I'm not trying to replace your physician or registered dietitian.

The same applies if blood work shows a deficiency or another medical issue.

I'm happy to be part of the conversation and help with general nutrition and supplementation when it's within what I do.

And when something is outside of that, I'll tell you.

That's really no different from how I approach chiropractic care.

I want to help with the things I can help with and get you to the right person for the things I can't.

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