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Optimizing Macronutrients

To best attack this objective we must gain a basic understanding of each of the macronutrients and how they change body composition.

Protein: Building blocks of muscle

Whether your goal is to “tone” or just lose weight, the more muscle you have the easier your goal will be. Simply put, the more muscle you have, then the more calories your body must use up in order to maintain that tissue. Protein is also the most thermogenic of the 3, which just means you burn more calories just digesting it than the other two.

Protein

How Much Protein Should You Eat?
What Does Protein Do For You?

Carbohydrates: Jet fuel for explosive activity

For the everyday person, carbs serve very little benefit when trying to lose weight and some doctors will go as far as to say that they will only limit your fat loss.  Keeping this number under 100-150g will be plenty for most people. If you are an explosive type athlete or bodybuilder there are benefits to eating a high number of carbs to aid with performance with lessened negative effects on body fat because of the utilization of the “jet fuel.”

How Many Carbohydrates?
What Do Carbohydrates Do For You?

Fat: Keep it or Cut it?

Fat is the second essential macronutrient. This macronutrient has been shamed in the past. It has been unfairly blamed for the obesity epidemic. Fat is responsible for hormone production, metabolism regulation, storage and transportation of vitamins and it serves to protect your body and cells. I can’t tell you the number of issues I’ve been able to help with patients just by having them increase their fat intake.

How Much Fat Should You Eat?
What Does Fat Do For You?

What about calories??

Touted by many as the sole factor to determine whether someone is going to lose fat or gain it, calories have gotten a lot of attention in the dieting world. From my experience counting calories will work for 99% of healthy people. The problem? We aren’t healthy. It wasn’t until I switched from writing diets for the young and healthy bodybuilding community to the sick and obese patients in clinic that I realized this.

Find Out If You Should Be Counting Calories

 

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Holly Miller
Holly Miller
2021-11-23
I have seen Dr Todd for a few years and I must say, he goes above and beyond for his patients. He is extremely knowledgeable in his field and is very caring as well. He will take the time to explain everything to you so you can better understand what is going on and, therefore, be able to find a solution to the cause! I love that treatment of causes is the priority, not just treating symptoms. He has helped me personally with a lot of hormonal issues that have been causing me problems with fatigue, inability to lose weight, digestive issues,, migraine headaches and more. All other Drs just want to treat the individual symptoms with medication versus treating the root CAUSE! I'm so thankful for Dr Todd and all he has taken the time to help me with!
Dave Dickens
Dave Dickens
2021-10-31
I am very sorry to lose Todd as my chiropractor. You folks are in for an excellent mix of chiropractic and holistic healing. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Suzanne Swiney
Suzanne Swiney
2021-10-20
Dr. Todd Anderson changed my life. I was seeing seven specialists when I started seeing Dr Anderson three years ago. He helped me regain my life, and I’m down to two specialist and a chiropractor. He also helped get my blood sugar under control by finding numerous food sensitivities and multiple infections, all of which were treated without prescription medication. As a result, my pain from chronic inflammation is gone; I’m sleeping through the night and have more energy and stamina. He thoroughly explained the importance of nutrition in a life with autoimmune diseases. He was easy to talk with and put the patient’s needs first. I was never anxious while under his care because I was continually informed. I was very blessed to have his care for three years until he and his wife moved. If you’re looking for this type of care, Dr Anderson is the best.
Heather Nelson
Heather Nelson
2021-09-30
Dr. Anderson is very professional and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him!
Nicole Michaelis
Nicole Michaelis
2021-09-20
Dr. Todd is the best. He has helped me so much. I'd be limping into his office and leave with a spring in my step. Well, maybe not immediately. But he always made me feel better, digged deep to unearth the issues, and helped me get back out there ready to do what I love to do.
Chris Klingler
Chris Klingler
2021-09-17
I’ve had numerous back, neck and shoulder issues over the past few years. Dr. Anderson has done an amazing of treating my issues with a focus on finding the underlying issues and treating them. It’s allowed me to stay in the gym and on my mountain bike when I don’t believe I could have otherwise. I’d highly recommend him to anyone dealing with pain, range of motion and other issues.
Cristie Bryant
Cristie Bryant
2021-09-14
The care I have received from Dr. Anderson was excellent. He is professional, caring and he listens. His methods are unique, non invasive and his knowledge of overall health are second to no one. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
Laura Cunningham
Laura Cunningham
2021-09-11
Highly recommend Dr. Anderson! He is knowledgeable, thorough and caring! He has helped so many people and has been a huge asset to our community! He will be greatly missed. Best wishes on your next endeavor Dr. Anderson! Your new community is gaining a wonderful doctor.
amy estep
amy estep
2021-09-10
Dr. Anderson was very helpful n took time to listen to all my concerns. He would always help explain any blood work or test that I had done n that helped me understand a lot. He is very caring n sympathetic doctor n will be missed.
Melissa Brown
Melissa Brown
2021-09-03
So knowledgable with nutrition. Eases my aches and pains through diet and kinesthetic work. Excellent care.

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About Dr. Todd Anderson

The purpose of this site is to educate and break down the rhetoric of mainstream thought prohibiting the progress of health through functional nutrition and chiropractic. He is a chiropractor currently located in Elk River, Minnesota.

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Disclaimer: Dr. Todd Anderson is a licensed Chiropractic Physician and Applied Kinesiologist in the state of Minnesota & West Virginia. Information on this website is provided for general educational purposes only and is not intended to constitute (i) medical advice or counseling, (ii) the practice of medicine including psychiatry, psychology, psychotherapy or the provision of health care diagnosis or treatment, (iii) the creation of a physician patient or clinical relationship, or (iv) an endorsement, recommendation or sponsorship of any third party product or service by the Sponsor or any of the Sponsor's affiliates, agents, employees, consultants or service providers. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health care provider promptly.

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