In order to heal, function properly and reach your full health potential, certain requirements and needs must be fulfilled. The body has an incredible capacity to heal and rebuild itself healthier every day but, like a flower that requires sunlight, nutrients and water, your body also has requirements that must be met to be at your absolute best.
“How important is your brain and nerve system to your health and life?”
The answer – “Vital!”
Every single cell, tissue and organ in your body receives either a direct nerve supply or is under control of the central nerve system via chemical messengers produced by glands and other cells. In short, every function within the body is regulated through the nerve system – sleep, energy, digestion, healing and repair, strength, stamina, reproduction, immune system function, concentration, focus, cognition, and millions more. What would happen if we interfere with this Brain – Body Connection?
The role of a family chiropractor is to address this interference in all people.
This applies to infants, children, pregnant moms, athletes and seniors – in short, anyone who is pursuing an extraordinary life needs to maintain the integrity of the Brain – Body Connection.
Contrary to popular belief, chiropractic is not just for people who have a symptom or condition. Chiropractic as we practice is for those people who have a spine and nerve system and a desire to be healthier than they currently are or have dreams of reaching their full potential.
Chiropractic is the only profession that specifically addresses the nerve system and its function, as its primary goal.
How Do I Know If I Need Chiropractic Care?
The truth is you won’t know. That is, unless you have had objective testing to measure the function of your spine and nerve system. This is exactly why “We Don’t Guess, We Test!”
Once we have determined the health of your nerve system and spine, we will have a clear picture of how we can help and the best recommendations for you and your family.
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Perfect DigestionRestful SleepOptimal HealingVibrant KidsDynamic MobilityEnhanced RecoveryAt the Cafe of Life we believe that serving an exceptional chiropractic experience starts with a great team.
Dr. Joel is the owner of the Cafe of Life Chiropractic Studio in London, Ontario, as well as an owner and coach at West London CrossFit. Dr. Joel is also the public speaker on wellness issues, Co-Creator of Life by Design and a host on the Life By Design podcast.
Whether serving families at his Chiropractic office or coaching clients at West London CrossFit, Dr. Joel has a gift for igniting the passion necessary to achieve ultimate health and well-being.
He understands the pressures of daily life not only as an entrepreneur but also a husband and father of two young children. His training experience, wisdom and love for healthy living have driven him to teach people the simplicity of living the life they deserve.
Rebecca found her way to Cafe of Life after eight years of working in the investment industry and almost two years of backpacking around the globe. Her life experiences inspired her to switch gears and get involved in the wellness world. Our Life By Design program of movement, mindfulness and a diet full of real food instantly drew her to our vibrant community!
Rebecca is also yoga teacher with a passion for spreading sparkle everywhere she goes (especially if it involves nature and a healthy dose of adventure). She and her husband, Tyler, are very excited to be back in their hometown to reconnect with old friends, meet new ones and lead a healthy lifestyle the way we are all meant to.
Brent is full of energy and passion for helping people live extraordinary lives. He first discovered the Cafe of Life through his sister – one of the office’s first ever practice members – and eventually joined the Drive to One Million Families Worldwide Living Life By Design.
He is a father of 3 vibrant boys who all love coming to Cafe to get “spined up” and husband to Shoko – a relentless advocate for the By Design lifestyle. They truly practise what they preach.
Brent is part of the essential glue that holds Team Life together.
Laura is a motivated, enthusiastic individual with a passion for health, children, families, and her community.
Born and raised in London, Laura graduated from Western University in Spring 2012 with an Honours double major in Sociology and Childhood & Social Institutions. Following graduation, she joined London Children’s Connection as an apprentice working towards her Early Childhood Education diploma through Fanshawe College.
An excited member of the amazing team at Cafe of Life, Laura’s passion is meeting new people, supporting them in achieving their goals, and inspiring others to live the extraordinary life they were designed for.
"The Cafe of Life has provided me with the framework and foundation to live a happier and healthier life. I would strongly recommend the them to anyone who is interested in living a happier & healthier life!"
"You truly won’t meet nicer, more genuine people than Dr. Joel and the Cafe Team. They really care and love what they do!"
Being under care at the Cafe of Life has been life changing for us! And our children have been under chiropractic care since the day they were born. They are both vibrant and hardly ever sick.
- Cane Family
I spent many sleepless nights worried about my son and his distracted and reactionary behavior. In 2008, I found the answer I had been searching at the Cafe of Life. The brain – body connection!
We love what we do and honoured to be voted in BEST CHIROPRACTORS in the London Free Press annual Best of London poll.
“I am incredibly grateful that I have found such an amazing doctor and team and would highly recommend Cafe of life to anyone considering chiropractic care”
“Dr. Joel and his staff are amazing. I’ve been to other Chiropractors and this where I’ll stay. Joel is passionate about my well being and he’s pro. I feel amazing”
“I always look forward to my Chiropractor checks with Dr. Joel. I love the relaxed and open concept atmosphere.”
The Cafe of Life has provided me with the framework and foundation to live a happier and healthier life. Dr. Joel and the Cafe of Life staff are a constant source of inspiration and leadership. Living a life By Design is no longer a concept, but a reality for me and one that I would strongly recommend to anyone who is interested in living a happier & healthier life!
Being under chiropractic care at the Cafe of Life has been life changing for us. After years of being a part of the Cafe of Life we have come to understand how much more efficient our bodies can be and how much better equipped they are to handle life’s daily stressors. We now have a 6 month old son who has been under chiropractic care since the day he was born and we feel very lucky to be able to give him this opportunity right from the beginning.
My eldest son Liam has always been a very busy child. From the moment he was born he moved nonstop, writhing, grunting and groaning in his sleep to the extent that it would keep me awake at night.
Within weeks of Liam beginning JK his teacher would make a point of speaking with me, almost on a weekly basis about how busy he was, how he was easily distracted, how he was reactionary and at times somewhat verbally and physically aggressive to his peers. For years I spent sleepless nights trying to figure out how to assist my son, looking for the answers that would assist me in “fixing” these negative behaviours.
Fast forward to the fall of 2008 and our introduction to Cafe of Life. The answers that I had been searching for were now right in the palm of my hand and so very, very simple….the brain – body connection!
I could go on and on but all you really need to know… “the rest is history.”
Dr. Joel and the whole gang at Cafe of Life have been awesome! Ever since we have come under regular chiropractic care, and have followed the principles of eat and move by design, we’ve enjoyed the best health of our life. Rarely have we succumb to a cold and my stomach aches have completely disappeared. I was checked weekly during my 9 months of pregnancy; not only was my pregnancy amazing, I could not have asked for a better labor and delivery for our first born son. You truly won’t meet nicer, more genuine people than the Life by Design Team. It is evident that they really care and that they love what they do!
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There is always a lot going on in our Life By Design Community. From seminars, events, CrossFit classes, podcast episodes, to the local Life By Design Partners Program. You will find links and access to everything you will need to make Life By Design your Lifestyle for a Lifetime.
Co-created by Dr. Jamie and Dr. Joel Richards, Life By Design is based on the fundamental truth that every human being is designed to be extraordinary and that fulfilling the basic requirements for life will lead to an elevated expression of health, performance and potential.
These four strategies form the basis of living your Life By Design:
 | Power By Design is the strategy that helps to restore optimal brain – body communication by analyzing for interference in nerve function and making specific adjustments to the spine when needed. This is our approach to Chiropractic. |
 | Eat By Design is not a diet but instead is a strategy designed to ensure you get the essential building blocks that your body needs. Register for our next upcoming Eat By Design Seminar by clicking on the link. |
 | Move By Design delivers the most effective impact in the shortest amount of time to support full joint mobility, strength, power, and endurance. We host Move by Design Seminar once every quarter, follow the link to register. |
 | Think By Design optimizes the mind to help you clarify beliefs, improve self-esteem, and realize your soul purpose. Join our the next Think By Design Seminar by clicking the link to register. |
 | Life By Design Podcast with health and wellness experts Dr. Jamie Richards, Dr. Joel Richards and Dr. Kresimir Jug goes into the philosophy, science and the art of living well. |
 | West London CrossFit is a Life by Design approved facility that incorporates CrossFit and the Move by Design principles to enables people (no matter their shape, size or level) to unlock their potential. Find WLCF on Facebook or try a FREE CLASS today. |
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