

Adjusted Reality
Foundation for Chiropractic Progress
Trusted by the Adjusted. Listen to professional athletes, celebrities, actors, healthcare professionals, wellness experts and influencers, talk with Adjusted Reality’s host Dr. Sherry McAllister about their health and lifestyle experiences. As a practicing doctor of chiropractic and president of the nonprofit Foundation for Chiropractic Progress, Dr. Sherry will explore the ingredients to living a strong, healthy and vibrant life. If you’re searching for ways to enhance your quality of life, you’ll want to tune in to Adjusted Reality!
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Feb 7, 2024 • 52min
The Transformative Power of Healthy Relationships with Michelle Mays
Join us in this eye-opening episode with Michelle Mays, author of The Betrayal Bind: How to Heal When the Person You Love the Most Hurts You the Worst, as we explore the impact of disrupted personal relationships on our well-being. Michelle emphasizes the pivotal role of connection as a key factor in healing, shedding light on how a lack of it can strain relationships and negatively affect mental and emotional health.Unpacking the intricate link between disrupted relationships and heightened stress levels, she provides actionable insights into recognizing signs of strain and offers practical steps to address these issues. Discover how healthy, supportive relationships play a crucial role in promoting overall wellness, gaining valuable guidance to foster positive connections and transform your holistic well-being. Michelle Mays is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor in both Virginia and Washington DC, and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and Supervisor. She was trained by Pia Mellody in the Post Induction Therapy model for treating developmental trauma and is currently completing her PhD in Clinical Sexology and certification in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples.She is a member of the Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health, the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals, the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy, the American Counseling Association, and the Northern Virginia Licensed Professional Counselors Association.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram. Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education. Pre-order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

Jan 24, 2024 • 43min
Positively Altered: Finding Happiness at the Bottom of a Chemo Bag with Dr. Cindy Howard
Discover the surprising revelations within her book, Positively Altered: Finding Happiness at the Bottom of a Chemo Bag, and explore the one thing people often overlook in life's challenging moments. Dr. Cindy breaks down the concept of false barriers, explores the role of lists and opens up about her incredible journey and the keys to maintaining a positive outlook in life. She shares the wisdom gained from nearly 25 years of practicing functional medicine and chiropractic care, offering valuable insights into holistic well-being. Whether you're seeking the perfect life or navigating difficulties, Dr. Cindy M. Howard provides a wealth of perspectives and guidance to inspire positive transformation. Tune in for an uplifting conversation on resilience, positivity, and embracing life's journey.From a modern dancer to a title-winning powerlifter, Dr. Cindy M. Howard's dynamic journey spans the realms of dance, powerlifting, and healthcare. As a board-certified chiropractic internist, nutritionist, and national speaker, she empowers others to live their best lives emotionally and physically. Cindy's passion for athletics led her to chiropractic school, and today, she runs a thriving practice, serving a diverse range of patients. A resilient individual, she personally diagnosed Hodgkin's lymphoma, reinforcing her belief in choosing our approach to life. Her book, Positively Altered: Finding Happiness at the Bottom of a Chemo Bag, celebrates this empowering philosophy.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram. Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education. Pre-order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

Jan 10, 2024 • 1h 9min
Transform Your Biology Through Belief with Dr. Bruce Lipton
Unlock the secrets of the mind-body connection in this captivating episode featuring renowned author and cell biologist, Dr. Bruce Lipton. Join us as we delve into the transformative concepts from his groundbreaking book, The Biology of Belief. Dr. Lipton explores the profound impact that our beliefs can have on our biology, offering practical insights for listeners seeking to enhance their health, relationships, and daily lives.Dr. Bruce Lipton is an internationally recognized leader in bridging science and spirit. Stem cell biologist, bestselling author of The Biology of Belief and recipient of the 2009 Goi Peace Award, he has been a guest speaker on hundreds of TV and radio shows, as well as keynote presenter for national and international conferences.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram. Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education. Pre-order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

Dec 13, 2023 • 8min
The Importance of Your CORE in 2024 with Dr. Sherry McAllister
On today's NEW episode, our host, Dr. Sherry McAllister, explores the transformative importance of your CORE— not just physically, but mentally and emotionally as well. Each letter of CORE represents key pillars of holistic health:C for Creativity: Unleash the power of creativity to stimulate your mind and foster mental resilience.O for Optimism: Learn how maintaining an optimistic outlook can contribute to a longer, healthier life.R for Relaxation: Discover the effects of relaxation and its impact on stress reduction and overall well-being.E for Exercise: Explore the foundational role of exercise in achieving mind-body connection.This episode is not just informative, but also packed with practical tips for daily implementation.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram. Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education. Pre-order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

Nov 22, 2023 • 1h 6min
The Genius Break: Mindfulness, Movement and Meaning with Dr. Suzie Carmack
On today's episode, we welcome Dr. Suzie Carmack to discuss her book, Genius Breaks: Optimize Your Workday Performance and Well-Being. Tune in as she unfolds the transformative journey where mindfulness, movement, and meaning converge for a purposeful life. This episode is a call to embrace small steps toward holistic well-being.Join the conversation for practical insights and inspiration on creating a balanced and purpose-driven life. Recognized as a global pioneer and thought leader in the promotion of workforce well-being, Dr. Carmack is a trusted advisor, executive leadership coach and yoga therapist serving clients in the public and private sectors. She has been personally commissioned to provide C-suite coaching, training and technical assistance to the U.S. Department of Defense, the U.S. Treasury Executive Institute, the U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Air Force, and the Pan American / World Health Organization. As an educator and scholar, she has 32 years of experience as a professor in higher education and 24 years of experience as an independent content creator, best-selling author and international speaker.Dr. Carmack serves as a Senior Scholar with the Center for the Advancement of Well-Being at George Mason University; as the CEO of YogaMedCo (her online platform for well-being promotion); and as the Department Chair of Yoga Thearpy and Ayurveda at the Maryland University of Integrative Health. Her next book, Yoga for One: How to Co-Create an Inclusive and Evidence-Informed Practice On and Off of the Mat will be published by Singing Dragon/Jessica Kingsley, London in 2024.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram. Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education. Pre-order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

Nov 8, 2023 • 50min
Eat to Fast: How to Naturally Heal Your Body with Dr. Mindy Pelz
On today's episode we welcome Dr. Mindy Pelz, a renowned holistic health expert, author and leader in women's health education. With her "5-Step Approach," Dr. Mindy empowers individuals worldwide to tap into their body's own healing abilities through fasting, diet variation, detoxing, stress management, and lifestyle changes. Her high-profile clients, best-selling books, and top-ranked podcast, "The Resetter Podcast," make her a trusted authority in the wellness space.She has been featured on Well + Good, Real Simple, Healthline, SheFinds.com, amongst many others. She is on a mission to start a women’s health revolution!In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram. Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education. Pre-order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

Oct 25, 2023 • 58min
Fracture-Proof Your Bones with Dr. John Neustadt
On today's episode, we talk with Dr. John Neustadt, the Founder and President of Nutritional Biochemistry, Inc., about his latest book, Fracture-Proof Your Bones: A Comprehensive Guide to Osteoporosis.Dr. Neustadt earned his naturopathic medical degree from Bastyr University where he was awarded the Founder’s Award for academic and clinical excellence. Dr. Neustadt has published more than 100 medical articles, written four health and wellness books and is now a #1 Amazon Best-Selling Author in the field of Osteoporosis. His most recent book is, Fracture-Proof Your Bones: A Comprehensive Guide to Osteoporosis. Dr. Neustadt was also an editor of the textbook, Laboratory Evaluations for Integrative and Functional Medicine, which was used across the United States to train and educate physicians on using functional medicine with their patients.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram. Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education. Pre-order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

Oct 11, 2023 • 58min
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Today's Healthcare System
On today's episode, we welcome back Dr. Heidi Haavik to discuss the impact of artifical intelligence on today's healthcare system. Dr. Heidi Haavik is the Director of Research at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic. She is a chiropractor and has a PhD in human neurophysiology from the University of Auckland. She is the author of the best-selling book ‘The Reality Check: A quest to Understand Chiropractic from the inside out’, and she runs a company with the mission of enlightening the world about the science of chiropractic.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram. Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education. Pre-order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

Sep 27, 2023 • 54min
The Ultra Mindset with Travis Macy
On today's episode, we speak to endurance athlete and author, Travis Macy about mental health and the 8 core principles of the ultra mindset.In addition to finishing over 120 ultra-endurance events in 17 countries, Travis is also a speaker, author, coach, and professional endurance athlete. He is the author of 2 books, including The Ultra Mindset: An Endurance Champion's 8 Core Principles for Success in Business, Sports, and Life, which we will be discussing today, and A Mile at a Time: A Father and Son’s Inspiring Alzheimer’s Journey of Love, Adventure, and Hope. He set a record (since broken) for Leadman, an epic endurance event consisting of a trail running marathon, 50-mile mountain bike race, Leadville 100 Mountain Bike Race, 10k road run, and Leadville 100 Run, all above 10,200' in the Rocky Mountains.Travis leads authentically to empower others to make the most of their lives through his work as an endurance coach, podcaster, speaker, and writer.Learn more about Travis Macy here.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram. Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education. Pre-order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

Sep 20, 2023 • 31min
Acetaminophen Awareness with Catie's Cause
DYK? Acetaminophen is the leading cause of liver transplants in the United States and the United Kingdom (where it is known as paracetamol) and the second largest cause of liver transplants worldwide.In today's episode, we speak with Karen Smith, founder of Catie's Cause, a 501c3 public charity, founded after the tragic loss of her daughter, Catie. Its mission is to build awareness and combat heartache with a goal to educate about the safe use of acetaminophen and share wellness opportunities that lead to less use of over-the-counter pain medications. In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram. Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education. Pre-order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/