Anything that reflects the slightest thing wrong for a child will cause concern in a parent. A fever, for example, is one of the primary reasons that parents will call their child’s pediatrician. Yet, the truth is, what many of us have been told is a low grade fever is a natural body temperature for some children.
Simply put, our body’s first line of defense when invaded by any microbe, virus or bacteria is going to be cells called microphages; a strong, healthy immune system may be able to eliminate the problem with this first step alone. If these fail to contain the “bug” then the body creates other pyrogens and proteins to try to assist. Once these have been created the hypothalamus in the brain recognizes that there is an invader and raises the body temperature to assist in killing it off. This raised temperature will generally be just a couple of degrees, but the hypothalamus determines, based on the number of pyrogens and proteins, what will be necessary to eliminate the bug. If the hypothalamus creates additional biochemicals to try to protect the body then the temperature raises accordingly.
The best response to a fever below 104.5°F for children over the age of 3 years is lots of rest and clear fluids. Since the fever will cause your child to sweat they will lose sodium and water which must be replaced with proper fluids. This does not include Gatorade or other sugary sports drinks.
DeMoss Chiropractic recognizes and supports the body’s natural ability to fight off infection. The immune system, like all other bodily systems, is controlled by the central nervous system via the spinal cord, which is housed in the spine. Your chiropractor helps keep the spine aligned allowing messages to travel without interruption from the brain to the rest of the body. A fever is, quite simply, a natural part of your child’s immune system. When it is functioning at it’s absolute best, your child’s body will fight off most foreign invaders so swiftly that they will have no outward effect at all. However, when necessary your child’s immune system will raise their temperature to create a hostile environment for that invader. It’s how a properly functioning body functions.
Three Reasons to Bring Your Loved One to the Chiropractor
It’s the month of love! Everyone knows love isn’t just a box of See’s candies and a dozen roses – it’s wanting the best for someone in all aspects of life! That’s why at DeMoss Chiropractic we encourage patients to invite their loved ones to see the chiropractor! Here are just a few reasons to bring your loved on to the chiropractor!
- Regular chiropractic users report improved physical and emotional health, less stress, less drug use, more energy, and life enjoyment. Chiropractic is proven to boost you and your loved one’s quality of life.
- The body’s wisdom sends energy and information to the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. This helps you adapt your internal environment and your external environment to maintain homeostasis. When this energy is flowing through someone without interference the body and mind are more sensitive to the body’s needs, thus allowing the best expression of the self.
- The true purpose of chiropractic is not a treatment of aches and pains but rid the body of subluxations as they occur so people are better able to adapt to life’s stresses. Successfully adapting to life’s stresses is what true health is all about.
Refer a friend or loved one to DeMoss Chiropractic today! Ask the front desk for details.
Thank You Dry Farm Wines
Dry Farm Wines was kind enough to provide the wine for our second annual Women, Wine, and Wellness event on Thursday, May 11th.
We were excited to have Dry Farm Wines at our event because they share our values and have the highest standards for their natural, organic, and delicious wines. 99% of the wine consumed in the US is a highly processed factory product. Dry Farm Wines is different because it is the only natural, lab-tested, health quantified wine club in the world. Not to mention, their wines are sugar free, low sulfites, organic, paleo-friendly, and gluten-free. They promise no hangovers, additives, and brain fog.
Visit their website and learn more about their organic wine club at https://www.dryfarmwines.com!
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