🍁 October 2025: Boost Your Immune System & Stay Fit This Fall

Hey everyone, it’s Dr. Dillon here 👋

Fall in Iowa means football, bonfires, and pumpkin everything - but it’s also when colds, allergies, and fatigue tend to sneak up on us. Around this time each year, I like to remind patients that your immune system deserves the same attention you give your workouts or your diet.

That’s why this month at Total Health Chiropractic, we’re focusing on Immune Health + Fall Fitness - how to keep your body strong, your energy steady, and your mind clear heading into the colder months.

🧠 Why Immune Health Deserves Your Attention

As the days get shorter and temperatures drop, our habits shift. Less sunlight means lower vitamin D levels, more time indoors means more exposure to germs, and comfort food cravings can sneak in.

But your immune system is trainable - just like your muscles. You can strengthen it with good habits and a bit of awareness.

Here are a few simple things that go a long way:

• Get 15–20 minutes of sunlight daily ☀️ (yes, even when it’s chilly)

• Focus on nutrient-rich, colorful foods (local Iowa squash, apples, and leafy greens)

• Prioritize sleep - your immune system “recharges” overnight

• Keep moving daily, even if it’s just a brisk walk or stretching routine

If you’ve been run down or catching every bug that comes around, it’s a sign your system needs a little help. Our team at Total Health Chiropractic in Coralville offers several ways to support natural immunity - from chiropractic adjustments that improve nervous system communication, to SoftWave therapy that helps reduce inflammation and promote healing.

💪 Fall Fitness and Immune Function

Exercise does more than keep your muscles in shape - it strengthens your immune system too.
Moderate, consistent movement helps circulate immune cells and reduce inflammation. The key is balance: too much intensity can suppress immune function, but too little movement slows it down.

A few ways to stay active this fall:

• Go for an after-dinner walk while enjoying the fall colors 🍂

• Use resistance bands at home to keep your joints strong

• Try mobility work or yoga to wake up your body in the morning

If you’re not sure where to start, we can show you quick, effective routines that pair perfectly with your chiropractic care - helping your spine, muscles, and immune system all work together.

🦴 Where Chiropractic Care Fits In

Your spine isn’t just a stack of bones - it’s the main highway for your nervous system. When it’s aligned and moving well, your body communicates better internally.
That’s why chiropractic adjustments are such an important part of total wellness - they reduce stress on your nervous system, improve recovery, and help your immune system stay responsive.

At Total Health Chiropractic, we proudly serve families across Coralville, North Liberty, Iowa City, and Tiffin, offering chiropractic care, SoftWave therapy, spinal decompression, and customized wellness programs. Our goal is simple: keep your body healthy and your life active.

🌟 What’s Coming This Month

Throughout October, we’ll explore each part of the Total Health DREAM -
Diet, Rest, Exercise, Alignment, and Mindset - all through the lens of fall immunity and fitness.

Here’s what’s coming up:

• 🍎 Diet: Foods that fuel your immune system and balance your gut

• 😴 Rest: How better sleep supercharges your immune recovery

• 💪 Exercise: Simple ways to stay strong and active as the weather cools

• 🦴 Alignment: How your spine and posture impact your body’s defenses

• 💭 Mindset: How gratitude and stress management boost immunity

Stick with us this month - we’ll be posting blogs, tips, and videos you can actually use, not just read.

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Here’s to a strong, healthy, happy fall — see you soon!

– Dr. Dillon & The Total Health Chiropractic Team