October 2016 Newsletter

Dr. Joseph Pettinato Dr. Katelynn Doyle Dr. Timothy Dancy

If you suffer from fatigue, persistent gas or bloating, recurrent

yeast infections, constipation or diarrhea, migraines, weight

gain, depression, or skin issues, then this might help you…

Probiotics! What are probiotics? What do they do?

Do they make you healthier? Should you take

expensive probiotic supplements or is there a

much cheaper and superior way to get all the

probiotics your body needs? Trends are a big part of Western culture and cultures

around most of the world. Most entertainment and

fashion trends are blatantly obvious. A celebrity wears

big headphones, glasses, or gets a certain haircut and in

no time, countless people all over the world will do or

wear the same thing.

You may have also noticed trends in the area of

personal health. Sometimes they may be caused by a

breakthrough diagnostic procedure or a new treatment.

Other times, they can be motivated by less-than-pure

intentions.

For example, you have probably seen a recent

influx of advertisements (especially on the internet) for

probiotics. One video on the internet in particular goes

into depth about a government conspiracy to get people

hooked on sugar and all the health problems eating too

much sugar causes, namely Candida (or yeast)

overgrowth. Then, the video offers the solution: their

probiotic supplements, auto-shipped and billed monthly.

The purpose of this is not to get into the validity

of the "sugar conspiracy" but to lay out a few facts

regarding processed sugar consumption, candida or yeast,

and probiotics.

Without going into great detail, it is no secret that

excess sugar and processed food are not good for you and

that it can be a large contributing factor to yeast

overgrowth. (Stress, antibiotics, and prolonged birth

control pill use are a few other possible contributors.)

What is Yeast Overgrowth

and How Does it Affect You?

The gut is your body’s gatekeeper, letting in

helpful compounds and evicting harmful ones. It is home

to 70 to 80% of your immune cells. When the gut is in

good shape, your systems run efficiently, but when it’s

not, you may experience upset stomach, be at risk for

weight gain or digestive problems (like heartburn and

constipation), or just feel vaguely out of sorts.

The gut is swarming with about 100 trillion

bacteria, or flora, which outnumber human cells in the

body 10 to 1. These bacteria are often referred to as either

“good” or “bad” because they can have either a positive

or negative effect on your health. The key is to eat things

that promote the growth of “good” bacteria and inhibit the

growth of “bad” bacteria.

What are the symptoms of

bad bacteria overgrowth?

1. Painful and persistent gas and bloating

2. Recurrent yeast infections in women

3. Constipation or diarrhea

4. Migraines

5. Weight gain

6. Depression and brain fog

7. Skin issues like eczema and acne

8. Food sensitivities

9. Fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue

syndrome

Here is some pretty incredible

information from a CNN article posted

on June 14, 2014:

“Incredibly, some bacteria might even make you fat: A

recent study of twins published in “Nature,” found that

when bacteria from an obese human twin were introduced

into the digestive systems of lean mice, the mice turned

fat; when bacteria from the thin sibling were introduced

into lean mice, the mice stayed lean. Studies also suggest

that diabetic and obese patients tend to lack a diversity of

bacteria, and the Cleveland Clinic found that some

bacteria metabolize components of egg and meat to

produce a compound that aids in the clogging of arteries.

“This might explain why some unhealthy eaters

get heart disease while others don’t.”

As you can see, keeping your “gut” flora in the

right balance so the correct bacteria grow is vitally

important for your health and the way you feel.

How do you do that?

The first thing you want to do if you have an

overgrowth of yeast is to STARVE IT. Because yeast

thrives on sugar and processed foods, stop eating them.

There is no “magic bullet” like some probiotic

supplement marketers will tell you. You cannot simply

take their probiotic supplements and continue eating

whatever you want.

Does that mean you should not take probiotic

supplements? No. Probiotics are the “good” kind of

bacteria that you want in your gut.

There are many supplements being sold, but

probably the best way to get probiotics is to eat naturally

fermented vegetables, like sauerkraut. In fact, an analysis

has shown that the amount of probiotics in naturally

fermented sauerkraut is as much as 10 times greater than

the commonly used supplements the investigators

compared them with.

Even better, making sauerkraut is easy and

cheaper than buying many supplements.

A simple YouTube or Google search will walk

you through exactly how to do it. It is nothing more than

cutting up some green cabbage, mixing and squeezing it

in a large bowl with the proper amount of salt (1.8

teaspoons per pound of cabbage) to create a “brine” and

then letting it ferment for approximately three weeks.

And here is something very

important most people miss:

Sugar and processed foods are a

major cause of bad bacteria (yeast)

overgrowth because processed

foods and sugar are food for the

yeast. That’s why we said to stop

eating those foods to starve the

yeast.

Now that you put good bacteria

into your gut by either eating naturally fermented foods or

taking a supplement, wouldn’t it make sense to “feed” the

good bacteria so they flourish?

That’s where prebiotics come in. Prebiotics are

basically probiotic food. A prebiotic is a specialized plant

fiber that beneficially nourishes the good bacteria already

present in the large bowel or colon. The body itself does

not digest these plant fibers; instead, the fibers act as a

fertilizer to promote the growth of many of the good

bacteria in the gut.

Like probiotics, you can get prebiotics from

supplements or by eating a natural source. Here are some

natural sources of prebiotics...

In parentheses is the prebiotic fiber content by

weight, followed by the amount of food required to obtain

6 grams of prebiotic fiber:

Raw chicory root (64.6%) – 1/3 oz.

Raw Jerusalem artichoke (31.5%) – 3/4 oz.

Raw dandelion greens (24.3%) – 1 oz.

Raw garlic (17.5%) – 1.2 oz.

Raw leek (11.7%) – 1.8 oz.

Raw onion (8.6%) – 2.5 oz.

Cooked onion (5%) – 1/4 lb. or 4 oz.

Raw banana (1%) – 1.3 lb.

One last thing: This was just an introduction to

a vast topic. It is best to consult a healthcare professional

who is an expert in this issue and it is NOT recommended

to simply experiment by yourself. A trained healthcare

professional can give you expert advice that is best for

your individual case.

Don’t forget, if you ever have any questions or

concerns about your health, talk to us. Contact us with

your questions. We’re here to help and don’t enjoy

anything more than participating in providing you

natural pain relief.

Tip Of The Month

Popular Pain Medication No Better Than a Placebo…

You may find this shocking,

especially if you take Tylenol --

also known as acetaminophen or

paracetamol -- in an effort to

relieve your back pain. A new

study in The Lancet (July 24,

2014) begins with, “Regular

paracetamol is the recommended

first-line analgesic for acute low-

back pain; however, no high-

quality evidence supports this

recommendation. We aimed to

assess the efficacy of paracetamol

taken regularly or as-needed to

improve time for recovery from pain, compared

with placebo in patients with low-back pain.”

Wow. It’s 2016 and acetaminophen is often

the first thing recommended for low-back pain, and

there is no scientific evidence it helps.

What did the study discover? Using data

from 235 primary care centers in Australia collected

between 2009 and 2013, the researchers write,

“Our findings suggest that regular or as-needed

dosing with paracetamol does not affect recovery

time compared with placebo in low-back pain, and

question the universal endorsement of paracetamol

in this patient group.”

Natural Light in the Office May Benefit

Health…

Many people are practically scared to death

of sun exposure because of the risk of skin cancer.

Some "experts" even recommend wearing

protective clothing or sunscreen whenever you may

be exposed to sunlight. However, this may not be

the best advice because sunlight is essential to our

health. Sunlight is how we humans produce

vitamin D, and studies suggest it has other

beneficial effects as well.

Now, a study published in the Journal of

Clinical Sleep Medicine (June 2014) shows that

even getting natural sunlight through a window can

be beneficial. The study conducted by a team of

scientists from Northwestern Medicine and the

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign reports

that office workers with more

light exposure at the office had

longer sleep duration, better sleep

quality, more physical activity,

and a better quality of life

compared with office workers

with less sun light exposure in

their workplace.

According to the lead author

of the study Dr. Phyllis Zee,

“There is increasing evidence that

exposure to light during the day,

particularly in the morning, is

beneficial to your health via its

effects on mood, alertness, and metabolism.”

Employees with windows in the workplace received

173 percent more white light exposure during work

hours and slept an average of 46 minutes more per

night than employees who did not have the natural

light exposure at their workstations.

Workers in offices with windows also

tended to be more physically active than those

without window in their offices. Workers without

windows reported poorer scores on quality of life

measures related to physical problems and vitality,

as well as poorer outcomes on measures of overall

sleep quality and sleep disturbances. The

researchers emphasize the importance of architects

using this information in the planning of new

buildings. They add that workstations should be

within 20-25 feet (~6-8 meters) of windows,

because daylight from side windows almost

vanishes after that distance.

Remember, we’re always here to help your body

heal

and maintain the pain free body you deserve.

This information should not be substituted for

medical or chiropractic advice. Any and all health

care concerns, decisions, and actions must be done

through the advice and counsel of a health care

professional who is familiar with your updated

medical history.

Did You Know?...

Sitting All Day is Risky!

Prolonged sitting significantly impacts your cardiovascular and

metabolic function and can leave you at greater risk for heart failure

and other heart-related problems. One study claims that exercise may

not even be able to counter the cardiovascular risk caused by sitting. In

fact, the authors of the study write that the positive health benefits of one

hour of exercise can be counteracted by six hours of uninterrupted sitting.

The good news is that you have virtually unlimited options when it comes to

breaking up your sitting. From standing desks and office-friendly intermittent exercise to short

walks, all of it counts. Standing up or bending down increases the force of gravity on your

body, and this is the key to counteracting the cellular degeneration that occurs when you’re

sitting down. A recent study has been found that taking a five-minute walk for every hour you

spend in your chair can reduce the heart disease risks associated with chronic sitting. s\

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Patient News & Tidbits

Thank You to everyone who participated in our annual BBQ and Appreciation Week! We are

proud to announce that we were able to raise almost $800.00 for the North Hills Community

Outreach because of all of your generosity! We are thrilled to be able to help needy families in

our area.

Congratulations to Haley P., Our BBQ Basket Winner! We hope you enjoy!

Congratulations to Ryan A. who won the Gumball Count! The actual # of gumballs was 405!

Hope you enjoy!

Congratulations to Chad & Rachel D. on the recent birth of their daughter. We are so happy

for you!

Congratulations to Heather K. on her recent marriage! We wish

you years of happiness!

Our deepest sympathy to Dave H. and his family on the passing of

his father. We are very sorry for you loss. You are in our thoughts

and prayers.

sed to announce the

We are Pleased to announce the addition of Timothy Dancy MD

Dr. Dancy is a board certified sports medicine specialist with expertise in the non-

operative care of orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions. A graduate of Davidson College, he

received his medical degree from the University of North Carolina, School of Medicine. After completing a

esidency in Family Medicine at Shadyside Hospital, he then pursued advanced training as a fellow in Primary

Care Sports Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. In training he served as team physician

for Robert Morris University, La Roche College, and North Catholic High School. For the entire year of

fellowship he trained directly under the head team physician for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Dr. James Bradley, as

well as other accomplished sports medicine physicians.

He is Board Certified in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine. As part of his commitment to

education, he was an Associate Director for Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship at Steadman Hawkins

Clinic in South Carolina and was an Associate Professor in Orthopedics at the University of South Carolina.

Prior to that, he served at McLeod Family and Sports Medicine in Florence, where he practiced medicine,

taught sports medicine in the McLeod residency program, and served as head team physician for the Pee Dee

Pride professional hockey team, Francis Marion University and the Florence Red Wolves baseball team,

Phantom football team and area high schools.

As a former soccer and rugby player, Dr. Dancy understands athlete’s commitment to

training and getting back in the game quickly. Dr. Dancy treats all levels of musculoskeletal injuries

that do not require surgery, from elite athletes to the elderly. With his family medicine training, he is

comfortable with pregnant and pediatric patients as well. He has extensive training in trigger point, tendon, and

joint injections.

Services Offered by Dr. Dancy:

Medical Services

Sports & Physical Exams

Durable Medical

Equipment

Trigger Point Injections

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Joint Injections Many

Urgent Care Needs

Conditions Treated: Cold,

Flu, Sinus Infections

Occupational & Sports

Medicine

Tx of Sprains, Strains &

Injuries

Work Injury Evaluation

Pain Management

Measures

Medical Weight Loss

Tx of Ankle & Foot Pain

Concussion Management

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PCC’s Holiday Ticket Program Kicks off this month with YOU

being entered to Win a Fabulous Holiday Basket!

This November Join PCC in Donating a Nonperishable Food Item to

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DECEMBER begins Our 12 Days of Christmas

Basket Program!

The ticket program carries over from November into December

Schedule your appointments for December, refer your family and friends, schedule a massage, join us in collecting toys for Children’s

Hospital of Pittsburgh and purchase products from our office for yourself or as gifts!!!

Please Join PCC in Donating Toys and Craft Items to Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh! We are hoping to make the lives of those having to be in the hospital this holiday a little brighter!

Collections will conclude on Dec 19th 2016!

Your donations will earn you tickets toward our gift basket program!

Plan To Join Us For

Holiday Celebration Day & Basket Distribution

MONDAY DECEMBER 19th!!!

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specific essential oil.

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REFERRING NEW PATIENTS!!!