July 2025 Bright Light Newsletter

Hours:

We will be Closed July 4th - Independence Day 

We will be Closed September 29th-October 4th - Vacation

We will be Closed October 23rd- October 25th - Conference

We will be Closed November 1st - Continuing Education

(I always try to give you at least one month's notice for closures)

Finally!!!  As you know I went on a 5 month quest to find the best Multivitamin- Multi-mineral, probiotic and adaptogen mix to take the place of over $250 in supplements that I was taking every month! In the end, AG1 was the clear winner.There was only one problem.  I couldn't get any samples, discounts or special offers for my patients like I could with other supplements on Fullscript. (25-30% off popular and hard to find supplements)Well,

That has... ALMOST... changed as of this past Friday.  I’m excited to announce that my application was selected to become an AG1 customer ambassador but the link they supplied to me doesn't give my patients all the perks that they promised so I'll update you when those go live and I receive the samples to hand out in the office.I do want to share with you why I really like AG1. 

AG1 Next Gen has become a key part of my daily routine for the past few years. Every morning, I start my day with a scoop of AG1 Next Gen, which is packed with 83 high-quality ingredients, including vitamins, minerals, probiotics, and adaptogens. It’s all about giving my body what it needs to feel its best. 

Personally, one of the biggest benefits I’ve experienced has been an increase in energy and a sense of calm when confronted with stress. I’ve noticed that it supports my immune system and ever since taking AG1, my digestion has improved because it supports the microbiome.  Some side benefits have been reduced/alleviated bloating, better digestion and nutrient absorption.

Many people ask me about my energy level in the office... now you know what I take as one easy to mix and drink supplement instead of the handfuls of pills and tablets that I used to take.  AG1 also renders coffee unnecessary for me to 'wake up' in the morning.Interestingly, because of the adaptogens including Ashwagandha and others, I've found that it supports the nervous system and supports a calm, healthy mood. I bounce back from stress easily, it promotes a relaxed feeling, it's calming and it helps my body adapt to stress.  

If you don't know much about AG1, it's  a mixture of 75+ vitamins, minerals, and wholefood sourced ingredients.  It's NSF Certified for Sport to ensure the high quality and safety of AG1.  AG1 also sources the best and highest quality ingredients and the results I've experienced confirm that.  AG1 is gluten Free & dairy Free, paleo, vegan, and with <1g of naturally occurring sugar...it's keto friendly.

If you look back in the newsletters when I was guinea pigging myself in search of the best all around and comprehensive multi-vitamin mixture, I found AG1 to be the clear winner.  I've been taking AG1 every day for the past 2+ years and my opinion has not wavered. 

I know that many of you have taken my advice and have subscribed but if you haven't, I've been given permission to offer you a great starter deal.As a customer ambassador, I’m psyched to be able to offer you an exclusive deal with your first subscription that you can't get anywhere else - this is literally one of the best deals that they offer and it's only available through customer ambassadors.

With your first subscription order as a new customer, you’ll get: 

A free bottle of D3K2 drops, 

10 free AG1 Next Gen travel packs, 

A free 30-day supply of Omega-3 pills,

A bottle to prepare AG1 each morning,

A Steel canister to store your AG1, and

A metal measuring scoop

BUT THIS OFFER is not appearing when you follow the link yet.  If you do click the link, don't go through with the purchase until they've got that all squared away so that you get the best deal.  If you want it right away, I suggest calling and give them my name and tell them that you're interested in the Ambassador package with everything listed above.

I’ve really enjoyed how easy it is to make AG1 part of my daily routine, and I think you will too! Make sure you subscribe through my name and eventually the link to receive the exclusive deal extended to me to share with my patients and friends. 

If you press the link now, hopefully, by the time I send this newsletter, it will bring you to the special offer.If you'd like to try a few samples beforehand, I should have some tin the office that you can sample for free but I don't have those on hand yet. Reach out to me if you'd like to grab a few when they arrive. 

This is all very new for AG1 and for me.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.  I'm looking forward to hearing your experience with AG1. Let’s take ownership of our health together! #AG1Ambassador 

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Those Darn Ticks! And... One Got Me.

I've got, as we say here in New England, a "Wicked Strong Immune System".  And I attribute that to  my strong faith,  my weekly adjustments, my AG1, my positive attitude and my (mostly) clean, whole food diet.  I'll admit that it's a balancing act.

About 5 weeks ago I was in the shower and felt something on my shin.  I'm pretty blind without my contact lenses on so I thought it was just something very small and black stuck to my leg like a scab but I pulled it off and it seemed not to be anything that I could identify.  When I got out of the shower, I had a flashback to when I got bitten by a tick in 2017 so I put my contacts on and searched the bathtub.  Sure enough, I found the little black bugger in the strainer on top of the drain.  It was a deer tick.

There wasn't any rash and it wasn't bloated from feeding so I didn't think much of it.  I began to feel a little sore in my neck while on vacation in the Smoky Mountains and I felt a lot of tension when driving for hours on end but otherwise I was A-OK.

And then, last week, I had a feeling of freezing one night and a flop sweat the next night that I attributed to detoxing due to eliminating all sugar from my diet when I got back from our vacation so I could get back into shape.  (MORE ON THAT IN THE NEXT SECTION)  In the last few days I felt the need to take an anti-inflammatory (Boswellia Complex and Turmeric Forte by Mediherb as well as 2 Advil) before going to bed.  All night and through the next day I was Totally fine and symptom free but towards the evening I felt the neck stiffness again.  Then, while having dinner with my wife we remembered that stupid tick that I had in the plastic zip-lock bag in the top draw of my night table which I saved in case I needed to have it tested for a tick borne disease.

Since the 'treatment' for Lyme or Babesiosis or Ehrlichiosis or any of the other tick borne diseases is essentially the same, I've contacted my family doc for a course of antibiotics and I'm going to add in an herbal approach suggested by Mediherb as well.  (Artemisinin Complex, Myrrh Forte and Viranon)

Here's why I'm sharing this with you...

TICKS and the diseases they carry are NO JOKE.  I consider myself nearly bulletproof but I am not and neither are you.

I LOVE CHIROPRACTIC and it provided a strong immune system for me to fight off whatever I have, AND (I hate saying But), Chiropractic doesn't TREAT ANYTHING!  Chiropractic Locates and Corrects Subluxations so that the body (including the immune system) functions optimally.  PERIOD.  HARD STOP.  Sometimes, even us Chiropractors need a little extra help with an herb or antibiotic here or an anti-parasitic there to fight off diseases in our environment.  

So, do what you can to

REPEL disease carrying insects like Ticks,

INSPECT your clothes and skin and do the same for your kids 

REMOVE the ticks as quickly as possible

EVERYONE Asks Me How To Lose Weight.  Honestly, I'm the wrong guy to ask so I asked my new friend ChatGPT...

🥖 Drop Added Sugar and Refined Carbs

Eliminate just one category: added sugar and ultra-processed carbs (white bread, pastries, sugary drinks, candy, etc.).

Why this works:

• Cutting these foods significantly reduces your calorie intake due to their high caloric density and low satiety 

• Research shows low-carb or reduced refined-carb plans can be effective without extreme calorie counting .

• Removing these foods often leads to more stable energy levels and fewer cravings 

✅ Simple 3-Step Plan

1. Purge it Remove sodas, candy, pastries, white bread, pasta, baked sweets, and sugary spreads from your home and routine.

2. Substitute better

   • Choose whole fruits over sweets.

   • Opt for whole grains or starchy vegetables (sweet potato, brown rice) if needed.

   • Drink water, unsweetened tea/coffee, ditch sugary drinks.

3. Eat more whole foods Fill your plate with vegetables, lean protein, healthy fats, whole grains, and fruits. This balance will support energy and satiety.

✅ Estimated Results

• Aiming for ~1–1.5 lb/week equals 24–36 lb over 6 months= a solid path to 40 lb.

• Removing empty calories can create a natural calorie deficit without harsh dieting 

• Add in consistent movement (30 min moderate exercise most days) to support your progress.

✔️ Sustainability & Flexibility

• This isn’t deprivation, it’s removing the least-nutritious part of your diet yet still leaves room for real food enjoyment.

• Occasional indulgences? Sure, just keep them small so they don’t undo your momentum.

🍭 STEP 1: Ingredients to Eliminate and Why

These are the culprits that sabotage your health and weight-loss goals:

🚫 Ingredient	❌ Why It’s Harmful
Added sugars (cane sugar, HFCS, corn syrup, agave)	Spikes insulin, stores fat, promotes inflammation, linked to diabetes and heart disease
Refined grains (white flour, white rice, crackers, pastries, pasta)	Lacks fiber, quickly converts to sugar in the bloodstream, fuels hunger
Industrial seed oils (canola, soybean, corn, safflower)	High in omega-6, promotes chronic inflammation and oxidative stress
Trans fats (hydrogenated oils, margarine)	Directly linked to heart disease and cancer
Artificial sweeteners (aspartame, sucralose)	Disrupt gut bacteria, insulin response, and may increase sugar cravings
Preservatives and additives (MSG, sodium nitrate, food dyes)	Linked to metabolic dysfunction, behavioral issues, and cancer in some studies

🥦 STEP 2: Healthy Substitutions

Replace junk with these whole, nourishing foods:

🍴 Instead of...	✅ Eat This...
Soda, juices, sweet tea	Water, sparkling water with lime, unsweetened herbal tea
Candy, cookies, cakes	Fresh fruit, dark chocolate (85%+), frozen banana + nut butter
White bread, pasta, bagels	Sprouted grain bread, quinoa, sweet potatoes, cauliflower rice
Chips, crackers, processed snacks	Raw nuts, seeds, roasted chickpeas, seaweed snacks
Fast food, frozen dinners	Grilled meats, roasted veggies, homemade stir-fry or soups
Sugary breakfast cereals	Steel-cut oats, chia pudding, hard-boiled eggs, Greek yogurt (unsweetened)
Ice cream	Frozen blended banana with cocoa powder or berries (“nice cream”)

🗓️ STEP 3: One-Week Quick-Start Plan

Day	Focus
Day 1–2	Remove all obvious sugars: sodas, candy, baked goods
Day 3–4	Cut refined carbs: white bread, pasta, pastries
Day 5–6	Swap oils: toss seed oils, use olive, avocado, or coconut oil
Day 7	Read labels.  if sugar or unpronounceable chemicals are listed, skip it

🧠 Bonus Tips for Success

• Don’t skip meals—eat real food, not less food

• Keep healthy snacks on hand (nuts, hard-boiled eggs, fruit)

• Meal prep once a week so you're never stuck hungry

• Replace sugar habits with new rituals (walks, water, prayer, journaling)

• Remember: Cravings pass. Victory lasts.

Final Thought

By cutting out added sugar and refined carbs, you make a simple, powerful change that can help you lose weight, stabilize cravings, and build healthier habits without feeling overwhelmed by strict menus or calorie counting. It’s a change you can stick with, and it targets the foods most likely to derail your goal of losing 40 pounds in six months.

OK, OK, Here are the Jokes...

And Now A Prayer...

Heavenly Father,

As we enter this beautiful month of July, I lift up each precious soul who walks through the doors of Bright Light Chiropractic. I thank You for the unique and sacred design of their bodies which were fearfully and wonderfully made by Your hands. May this month be filled with alignment, not only in their spine, but in their spirit, their thoughts, and their daily walk with You.

Let every adjustment serve as a reminder that healing flows not from man, but through man, by Your power and presence. I pray for optimal function in every nerve, every cell, every organ and I claim and declare their health restored and renewed under Your divine blueprint. Give them strength, energy, peace, and clarity as they live out their purpose with vitality.

May their hearts stay grateful, their minds stay calm, and their bodies remain vibrant. Bless them with joyful moments, restful sleep, and a sense of wholeness that only You can provide. Let Your light shine through them and may they continue to be living testimonies of Your goodness.

In Jesus’ mighty name,

Amen.

In Health and Faith,

Dr. Jay, Kim, Kerrie and Tammie