Helping You to Better Health Naturally
Please explain why you came to our office.
“I came into the office for a burning at the base of my neck.”
Please describe your response to treatment.
“Dr. Burgoon treated my neck and head and I no longer have burning or any pain. Along the way, he has gotten rid of some pains that weren’t even associated with my neck.”~44 year-old female
This lacto-fermented vegetable recipe appeared in Wise Traditions,, Fall 2011. Lacto-fermented vegetable recipes often are cabbage-based– this one is not and is a refreshing change as well as being easier to make. I made a few changes to the original recipe after experimenting with it. Besides being delicious–especially on salads, hot dogs, egg dishes, and with cheese–it is full of probiotics which are very healing to the digestive system. Unlike other relishes, the ingredients are never cooked thus preserving nutrient levels and enzymes. The fermentation process makes the raw ingredients very easy to digest–be sure not to heat it! It will keep in the refrigerator for weeks.
Zucchini Relish
2 medium small zucchini, grated
1 medium carrot, grated
1/2 sweet red pepper, chopped fine
1 medium-sized red onion, chopped fine
1 daikon radish, halved lengthwise and then chopped in 1/8 inch slices, optional OR 1 cucumber, chopped
1 large clove garlic, crushed
1 Tbsp. sea salt (I prefer Lima)
1 grape or oak leaf to maintain crispness (optional)
herbs of your choice are optional–1 tsp. dill weed and 1 tsp ground or whole caraway seeds are my favorite addition
Mix all ingredients except the leaf in a bowl. Let sit 5 minutes.
Place the leaf in the bottom of a glass quart-sized or 1/2 gallon-sized mason jar (wide-mouth jar is best so that the weight fits in). Spoon vegetable mix into the jar and be sure to pour all liquid into the jar also. Press the vegetables for 5 minutes or so by pressing down with a spoon to assist with release of liquid from the vegetables; this step is not always necessary as long as there is enough liquid to cover the vegetables in the jar. Be sure to leave at least 2 inches of air space at the top of the jar so that as the veggies ferment and bubble out gases the liquid doesn’t overflow the jar. For the weight that keeps the vegetables submerged in the liquid, use another smaller jar that fits inside the quart mason jar–any size that fits inside the mason jar is ok as long as it is tall enough for easy removal. You can fill the smaller jar with water so that is heavier. Press it down once or twice a day to assist with release of gas bubbles.
Put a towel or cheese cloth held in place with a rubberband over the top. Leave at room temperature for 2-3 days. Depending on how warm it is, the fermentation time will vary so taste the mixture every day. Keep refrigerated when you are ready to stop fermentation. If you prefer a crisp texture, refrigerate after 2 days. Also, consider adding the chopped cucumber after the fermentation of the other ingredients and right before you refrigerate so that the cucumbers will be crisp. Lots of options! Just be sure you get lots of fermentation bubbles going (indicating the growth of probiotic bacteria) before you refrigerate.
We discovered the book “Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth” by Peter Kelder over 20 years ago and have marvelled at the strength and flexibility these exercises impart to those who do them regularly. We now instruct our patients to do them as part of an advanced active physical rehabilitation. They are valuable for re-establishing normal fluid ranges of motion of the spine and extremities. We recommend the youtube video or the book for complete instructions for those wanting to add them to their fitness routine. If joint restrictions are a problem, chiropractic care may be in order before the exercises can be performed without pain or discomfort.
Please describe why you came to our office.
“I came because of hip pain and I suspected some sciatica. The doctor found some curvature in my spine.”
Please describe your response to treatment.
“The treatment has made a huge difference in my pain level alleviating the majority of it. I needed to learn my physical limitations and he helped me see them.”~65 year-old female
Please describe why you came to our office.
“Because I wanted to feel better even if my age is 70. You want to make every day count and to make a difference in the world.”
Please describe your response to treatment.
“I can move better and that makes me feel better and that makes others happy if I am happy.”~70 year-old female
2 cups frozen berries (or mango or banana slices)
½ cup whipping cream or yogurt or coconut milk
2 Tbsp. honey
1 tsp. vanilla extract
stevia extract to taste if not sweet enough
Pulverize frozen fruit in a food processor. In a separate bowl, whip cream. Stir honey and vanilla into whipped cream, OR yogurt or coconut milk depending on which you use. Mix well. Stir in frozen pulverized fruit. Taste and add stevia if desired. Place in popsicle molds or cups. Freeze. Makes 4 servings. Run water over mold to loosen and remove.
“I couldn’t walk because I’d been in a wreck. I couldn’t close one of my hands, and I couln’t turn my head from side to side. Also, I couldn’t bend over and touch the floor. After I started coming here, I got so I could open my hand and had strength in it again. Soon after that, I started walking better. Soon after that, I could bend over and touch the floor and could squat. Now I’m able to go dancing!”~73 year-old male
“I injured my lower back lifting something. I spent a week in bed and visited two physicians. It wasn’t until I saw Dr. Mike that I felt some relief. He treated the area with ice and electrotherapy. I returned twice that week and have been coming regularly since. I’ve noticed drastic improvement in the injured area, and now Dr. Mike is treating the scoliosis.”~31 year-old female
Lundberg wild rice blend is sold at the Roanoke Natural Foods Co-op and though more expensive than regular brown rice is much more flavorful. Another secret here is carmelizing the onions. Enjoy!
1 cup wild rice blend
1-2 Tbsp. butter or ghee–can substitute with olive oil
2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 Tbsp. fresh chopped oregano or 1 tsp dried orgenao
1/4 cup chopped green olives
salt, pepper, and tamari to taste
Place rice in a sauce pan and rinse well in plenty of water. Drain all the water off with a stainer. Pour 1 and 1/2 cups of boiling water into the saucepan. Place lid on the pan and simmer on low heat until rice is tender and all the water is absorbed.
While the rice is cooking, carmelize the onions. Melt the butter in a skillet and add the olive oil. As soon as the oil is hot (but not burning!) add the chopped onions. Stir well to coat the onions with oil. Add a 1/2 tsp. of sea salt. Continue to stir over med. heat until onions are soft and browned and excess moisture has evaporated–this may take 10 minutes or more. Add the oregano, olives, and stir a few minutes more. Add cooked rice and fluff up with a fork to mix well. Season with tamari, salt and black pepper. Serves 3-4.
Eggs from pasture-raised healthy chickens are a very good source of protein. Omelets are easy and can be served for breakfast, lunch or dinner. This one is a meal in itself (the leftover wild rice is unusual for an omelet but very tasty with a nice texture) if served with a salad. Add some vegetable juice and you have an excellent meal that is nutrient dense but not high in carbs—great for weight loss!
1/2 red onion, chopped
1 Tbsp. ghee
1 small zucchini, chopped
4 eggs, beaten
1 cup leftover wild rice
2 tsp. dried basil or 2 Tbsp. fresh chopped very fine
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese (can be goat or sheep milk feta)
1/2 tsp. salt and black pepper to taste
hot pepper sauce to garnish, optional
In a 10-inch skillet saute the onions in ghee over medium heat about 5 minutes. Add the zucchini and cook another 5 minutes. Stir as needed to prevent sticking. Add the cooked rice, basil, salt and pepper, and stir. After a few minutes pour the beaten eggs slowly into the skillet. Sprinkle the feta cheese evenly over the omelet. Cover with a lid and cook over low to med. low heat until just set. Do not overcook–eggs are easier to digest when lightly cooked. Serve warm. Serves 2.
Children suffer injuries that lead to misalignments just as adults do. Children generally respond very well and quickly to gentle chiropractic adjustments. A case in point is that of a 5 year-old … [Read More...]
