Welcome to Issue 5 of Chiropractic Economics, which takes an inside look at the benefits of offering nutritional guidance and supplementation regimens to your patients.
For this edition, I am pleased to present the following guest editorial by Joe Kryszak, who provides his insight into the benefits of targeted nutrition and supplementation and what it could offer your patients and your practice. Here’s what he has to say:
Empowering health
For decades, the healthcare industry has been dominated by a pharmaceutical-first approach. Why do I say that?
- Nearly 66% of Americans take at least one prescription drug.
- Nearly half take two or more.
- An American boy born in 2019 could expect to take prescription drugs for 48% of his life.
- An American girl born in 2019 could expect to take prescription drugs for 60% of her life.
- The US has 4% of the world’s population and uses 8% of all worldwide prescriptions.
Opioids, statins, antidepressants and other medications are prescribed at alarming rates. In 2023, there were 37.5 opioid prescriptions dispensed per 100 Americans. While modern medicine has its place, there’s no denying the US is overmedicated.
DCs stand at the forefront of natural health solutions, offering patients an alternative to the conventional cycle of prescriptions and side effects. Our mission extends beyond spinal adjustments—we are wellness advocates, guiding our patients toward true, lasting health. One of the most effective ways to do this? Targeted nutrition and supplementation.
The reality is that most patients walking into your practice are dealing with chronic inflammation, pain, fatigue and metabolic imbalances—all of which are often exacerbated by poor nutrition. A growing body of research shows proper supplementation can play a critical role in reducing pain, improving recovery and enhancing overall well-being.
Why nutrition and supplementation matter
Many Americans are nutrient-deficient due to highly processed diets, stress and environmental toxins. Forty-five percent of the US population had a prevalence of inadequacy for vitamin A, 46% for vitamin C, 95% for vitamin D, 84% for vitamin E and 15% for zinc. DCs have a unique opportunity to bridge this gap by offering high-quality, science-backed natural supplements that help patients reduce inflammation and manage pain naturally, support joint and muscle health for faster recovery, improve gut health and enhance sleep, stress management and cognitive function. By integrating innovative nutritional solutions into your practice, you empower patients to take control of their health—without relying on another prescription.
Supplements as a business and a healing tool
Let’s address the business side: Offering premium, research-backed supplements is not just beneficial for patient outcomes—it’s also a smart move for your practice. Patients trust you to guide them toward effective, natural solutions, and they would rather purchase high-quality, medical-grade products from you than take their chances at a drugstore.
A call to action
Chiropractic care has always been about addressing the root cause of health issues, not just managing symptoms. We now have more tools than ever to help patients reclaim their health naturally. As you read through this issue of Chiropractic Economics, I encourage you to explore how nutrition and supplementation can enhance your patient care, grow your practice and contribute to the larger movement toward drug-free wellness solutions. Together, we can shift the narrative—from overmedicated to optimized health.
Yours in health,
JOE KRYSZAK, MBA
CEO, Stirling Professional CBD
