The Chiropractic Healing Center of Los Gatos Newsletter Our newsletter is created as an education resource that provides patients with information and choices in regards to healthcare.
	The Chiropractic Healing Center of Los Gatos 20 S. Santa Cruz Avenue, Suite 207 Los Gatos CA 95030 Phone: 408-354-5645 Fax: 408-354-5945 Thomas M Mosca D.C email - website		Health Articles and More!		Other articles in this months newsletter: Chiropractic is a Natural Solution for Hip Pain Nathan Leavitt, DC [ read article ] Body Facts: What is Accomplished in 24 Hours rd411.com [ read article ] Relaxation Tips for Meditation for Beginners Sarah Martin [ read article ] Calorie restriction may have some benefit for non-obese rd411 [ read article ]
			Body Facts: What is Accomplished in 24 Hours rd411.com website The human body is an amazing machine. Do you know what it accomplishes in 24 hours? The following are some facts for an adult of average height and weight. In 24 hours: - Your heart beats about 100,000 times - Your blood travels 168,000,000 miles - You take approximately 20,000 breaths - You inhale more than 2600 gallons of air through the lungs - You eat 3.5 pounds (lb) of food - You drink 2.9 lb of liquids - You lose in weight 7.8 lb of waste - You perspire 1.43 pints - You give off heat at 85.6 F - You turn in your sleep 25-35 times - You speak 48,000 words - You move 750 major muscles - Your nails grow 0.000046 inch - Your hair grows .01714 inch - You exercise 7,000,000 brain cells with each thought It pays to take care of this incredible machine with proper nutrition, water, and exercise. Do all you can to keep this machine in good running order. Remember, spare parts are not included. References Greene M. The human body - an incredible machine. Available at: www.bellaonline.com/articles/art16043.asp. Accessed March 2, 2009. McMillan B. Human Body: A Visual Guide. Buffalo, NY: Firefly Books; 2006. Restak R, Bechtel S, Daniels P, et al. Body: The Complete Human. Washington, DC: National Geographic; 2007.
			About our Practice
			We offer gentle, safe, natural, chiropractic care centered on the individual needs of each patient. Dr. Tom focuses on pain relief, corrective and preventive care with emphasis on soft tissue techniques. He has incredible knowledge and sense of humor that makes complex information easier to understand. You are able to walk away feeling better with a deeper understanding of your physical well-being.