Author: TxNaturalPediatrics
By training, I am a American Board Certified Pediatrician. But in my younger years I grew up with natural alternatives. As a mom I have tried to incorporate both for my kids and it has worked wonders. And finally, as I am studying natural & alternative medicines, I realize the beauty and wisdom of living closer to earth. Hence in my practice I integrate both...for acute ailments I follow American Academy of Pediatrics recommendation but for simple and/or chronic conditions I prefer natural alternatives. In western training we were raised to think that "health is the absence of symptoms and problems". But eastern sensibilities has educated me that "Health is state that allows one to use the full capabilities of their body, mind and intellect. Therefore, healthy living is a balanced state of well being: physically, mentally, socially and spiritually." This implies that healing is not a "one-pill-fits-all", but a personalized experience.
June 5, 2014 at 1:26 pm
OK, that’s an interesting graphic, but deceptive. At first the map appears to show burger domination in Texas. But, look closer and you will see that McDonald’s is represented by all the black areas on the map. So, all this map really shows is which burger chain is more popular in which part of the country.
Unless the point you are trying to make is that Sonic is less healthy than McDonald’s.
June 5, 2014 at 2:00 pm
You are correct in your interpretation. They key point I want people to realize is that {If you want good health, you need to be aware of what you feed your body. With such density of easy fast food, it is even more challenging. Just step back and ask “is there a correlation between obesity and fast food availability?”}
June 5, 2014 at 5:19 pm
I think there is! Check out these maps for even more visual goodies on this topic. http://www.ediblegeography.com/united-states-of-food/
June 6, 2014 at 11:11 am
Excellent visual. Thank you.