Central Port Chiropractic

04/07/2025

New research found that intermittent fasting doesn’t just help with weight loss—it actually rewires your brain. Scientists discovered that fasting causes changes in the brain area responsible for controlling impulses and appetite, called the left inferior frontal orbital gyrus. Participants who practiced intermittent fasting lost about 17 pounds on average, but the most exciting part is how their brains transformed alongside changes in gut bacteria.

During fasting, beneficial microbes like Coprococcus comes and Eubacterium hallii thrived, producing compounds that travel through the bloodstream to the brain. These compounds influence brain chemistry, helping improve impulse control and possibly cognitive function. This research shows that fasting’s effects go beyond diet and metabolism—it actively reshapes brain function by linking gut health with brain activity. The findings highlight how the gut-brain connection plays a key role in controlling hunger and behavior, offering new insights for weight management and mental health.

25/06/2025

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25/06/2025

What happens to a child’s brain after just 20 minutes of walking? 🧠

Dr. Chuck Hillman’s widely shared brain scans show a powerful contrast: one image after a child sits quietly, and another after 20 minutes of walking. The difference is dramatic. Blue areas represent low activity. Red/orange show high activity.

After walking, the brain lights up, especially in areas responsible for focus, memory, and executive function. This isn’t just about "getting the wiggles out." Movement actually prepares the brain for learning.

Hillman’s research found that physical activity boosts cognitive performance almost immediately. Children perform better on attention and memory tasks right after they move. Just 20 minutes of walking can improve focus and self-regulation.

Yet, we often operate under the misconception that children must sit still in order to learn. Stillness is praised, fidgeting is corrected, and movement is treated as a disruption. But neuroscience tells a different story: sitting still may actually suppress the brain activity needed for learning. By emphasizing quiet compliance, we may be unintentionally discouraging the very behaviors, like movement and play, that fuel thinking, focus, and growth.

But here’s the problem: kids today are sitting more than ever. Screen time is up, recess is down, and physical activity is often viewed as a break from learning, and not a part of it.

We need to shift that mindset.

Movement is essential for brain development. It strengthens the neural pathways that support learning, emotional regulation, and long-term academic success. And it doesn’t have to be complicated—nature walks, active play, and short movement breaks during the day all make a difference!

So get out there and move - EVERYONE! 🏃🏾🏃‍♀️🏃🏿‍♂️🏃🏻‍♀️

22/06/2025

This image shows a CT scan of a 73-year-old woman who had a 30 year old calcified fetus found inside of her.

A calcified fetus, also known as a lithopedion, is a rare condition in which a fetus dies during pregnancy but is not expelled from the mother's body. Over time, the body encases the deceased fetus in calcium deposits, essentially preserving it in a calcified state. This typically happens when the fetus dies in the second trimester, and the body fails to recognize the pregnancy as abnormal, so the fetus remains in the uterus.

21/06/2025

16/06/2025

➡️Tuesday 17th June- Appointments available.
🌱back pain🌱neck pain🌱posture alignment🌱headache🌱sciatica🌱vertigo🌱children🌱pregnancy

11/06/2025

“The lifetime prevalence of low back pain among school children ranges from 20-51%. Recent literature reviews indicate back pain in children can be correlated to prolonged sitting posture, faulty spinal posture and weak abdominal muscles”
Back Pain in children is never ‘Normal’ 😥
(Research- D.Lafond 2007)
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05/06/2025

20/05/2025

💦It’s a WET one…… we are open today for any locals needing appointments. Wednesday 7:30-1:30pm Please be aware of road closures and flooding, if you need to reschedule we have more times available Friday and Saturday 🍀.

15/05/2025

What’s in breastmilk:
1. Water
Breastmilk is composed of about 87% water, which is crucial for keeping your baby hydrated.

2. Proteins
Proteins in breastmilk are essential for your baby’s growth and development.
Whey Proteins: Are highest in early lactation.
Casein Proteins: Casein concentration increases in mature milk and later lactation.

Proteins are highest in premature milk, colostrum and during weaning as an immune defence.

3. Fats
The fats in breastmilk include essential fatty acids, such as DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and ARA (arachidonic acid), which are crucial for brain and eye development.
The composition of fats in breast milk changes during each feed and throughout lactation to meet your baby’s developmental needs. The fat content of your milk is directly related to the fullness or emptiness of the breast. The emptier the breast, the higher the fat content.

4. Carbohydrates
The primary carbohydrate in breastmilk is lactose, which provides energy for your baby and aids in calcium absorption. Additionally, breastmilk contains oligosaccharides, which are complex sugars that promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria and protect against harmful pathogens.

5. Vitamins and Minerals
Breastmilk is rich in vitamins and minerals essential for your baby’s growth and overall health. These include:
Vitamins A, C, D, E, and K: support immune function, bone health, and overall development.

6. Antibodies and Immune Cells
One of the most remarkable aspects of breast milk is its immune-boosting properties. Breast milk contains antibodies, such as Secretory IgA specifically to protect mucosal surfaces, as well as lysozymes and lactoferrin which help protect your baby from infections and illnesses.

7. Hormones and Growth Factors
Breastmilk contains various hormones and growth factors that have significant effects on the developing baby’s gut, blood vessels, nervous system and endocrine system.

These include:
Prolactin and Oxytocin
Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF)
Insulin-like Growth Factor (IGF)

29/04/2025

🌱Chiropractors Available Today🌱 Extra time slots have been added to our appoinment book for this week with both Jenny and Shane.
🌱Book online via link in bio ⬆️