Have you ever fallen asleep on the beach after swimming in the ocean? If you have, you know it’s the most restful and relaxing sleep imaginable. You might have thought it was just the result of warm sunlight and vacation vibes, but research suggests you may have been experiencing the effects of a practice called “earthing.” Earthing, sometimes referred to as “grounding,” helps bring our bodies into a natural balance. The theory states that our bodies naturally develop a positive charge. As leading nutritionist Dr. John Briffa explains, “During the normal processes of metabolism, the body generates what are called ‘reactive oxygen species,’ which are commonly referred to as ‘free radicals’ ... Free radicals lack sparks of energy known as ‘electrons.’”When a molecule lacks electrons, it gives off a positive charge. An unbalanced positive charge contributes to inflammation, which can then cause many chronic diseases, including heart disease. You should balance your natural positive charge with a negative charge. How can you safely expose yourself to a negative charge? Just let your skin touch the earth. SUCCESS STORY “I have suffered from allergies for many, many years. My only Check out what one of our wonderful clients has to say! Vacation believed that taking medication was my only answer to stopping my allergy symptoms until I met Dr. Colby. I was introduced to him by his wife, whom I worked with and who had watched me suffer from these allergy attacks at work. She warned me about the side effects from taking these medications all the time and presented me with the option for a more natural remedy. “One day, while at work, I had a really bad attack. Angie came over and was very concerned, as I had become extremely pale. She finally convinced me to see her husband and made an appointment on the spot for me to see her husband the very next day. I am so happy she did. “On the first visit, not only did Dr. Colby relieve my symptoms with only one adjustment, but I got back the full rotation of my neck. I played football as a young man and had just assumed that all the hits I took caused me to have permanent damage. I was in disbelief of how well I could now move my neck Sleep Like You’re on relief came from allergy medication prescribed to me by my doctor. I really
Earth gives off a mild electric charge, with plenty of electrons to balance out our overabundance of free radicals. There has yet to be a large-scale scientific study about the benefits of earthing, but current research is promising. One study published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine found that earthing helps reduce blood viscosity, which is a major factor in cardiovascular disease. Another study in the Journal of Inflammation Research showed that earthing might speed up healing. Firsthand accounts from individuals who practice earthing often report lower stress levels, increased energy, and better sleep. Many people who practice earthing make it a point to walk outside barefoot on grass, soil, or sand at least once a day. You have to be careful where you walk, as you don’t want to get cut on sharp rocks or broken glass. An alternative to walking barefoot is to use an earthing pad, which can imitate the negative charge of our planet inside your home. Earthing is quickly gaining a following in the health community. If you are looking for a natural way to improve your overall health and sleep better, why not try taking a walk? Just remember to leave your shoes behind.
after that one adjustment. I was in such disbelief that I went immediately home and went for a long run. I wanted to see if the allergy symptoms would come back, and they didn’t. “Now, instead of the medications, I can get natural relief by getting adjusted. No more
medications and the side effects that could cause other complications for me later in life. I would recommend Dr. Colby and chiropractic to those who are suffering like I suffered. Get adjusted and feel healthy.”
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