Tweed Chiropractic Clinic

30/09/2025

🌟 Why Vitamin B12 is a Game-Changer for Your Health 🌟

Did you know that Vitamin B12 is essential for so many vital functions in your body?
From boosting energy levels and supporting brain health, to keeping your heart and bones strong, B12 is a powerhouse nutrient you don’t want to skip. 💪💡

Here’s why it matters:
1️⃣ Increases Energy — Converts carbs into glucose for a natural energy boost.
2️⃣ Brain Power — Supports cognitive function and mood regulation.
3️⃣ Red Blood Cells — Helps prevent anemia and ensures healthy blood circulation.
4️⃣ Heart Health — Lowers homocysteine levels, reducing your risk of heart disease.
5️⃣ Nerve Support — Protects nerve health and promotes proper cell division.

⚠️ At Risk?
Vegetarians, vegans, older adults, and those with certain health conditions might be more likely to experience B12 deficiency. Symptoms can include fatigue, tingling in your hands/feet,
and even mood changes!

So, whether you’re getting it from animal products, fortified foods, or a supplement, make sure you’re getting enough! 💥

💊 Why Methylated B12 (Methylcobalamin) is the Best B12 Supplement 💥
If you’re taking B12, make sure it’s the methylated kind! Methylcobalamin is the active form your body uses right away – no conversion needed. 🙌
✅ Better absorbed
✅ Supports energy, mood & brain health
✅ Ideal for those with MTHFR gene mutations
✅ No cyanide (unlike synthetic B12)
✅ Great for vegans & anyone with low B12
Smarter supplementing = better results! 💪

29/09/2025

🦋When butterflies appear, loved ones are near....🦋
Here is our Nat in her element helping a wee butterfly that was struggling outside the clinic the other day.

Here is what to do if you see one struggling
👇👇👇

🤲Handle with care: Never touch a butterfly’s wings, as the natural oils on your fingers can dissolve the protective scales, which can prevent the butterfly from flying properly.

🏡Place the butterfly in a sheltered spot.

🍌Provide a food source if it is not moving. Sugary liquid from rotting fruit like bananas.

🌞If you have nowhere suitable for a butterfly to spend the rest of the winter, try to keep it in a relatively cool spot until the weather improves. Release it on a warm and dry day and it can fly away and find another suitable roosting place.🤍

28/09/2025

24/09/2025

❓ Did you know ❓

Chiropractic care isn’t just for back pain—it’s a powerful tool for overall wellness, no matter how old you are!

Here at Tweed Chiropractic clinic we hear so many people saying;

‘Aren’t you too young to come here?’
‘You see babies?!’

Well, the youngest patient we have seen was 6 days old and the oldest is 95! 💚

Here are a few reasons why you should visit a chiropractor no matter your age...👇🏻

🧍‍♂️ Better Posture: Chiropractors can help you straighten things out.

🤸‍♀️ Increased Flexibility & Mobility: As we age, staying flexible and mobile is key to staying active. Chiropractic adjustments help keep you moving!

💥 Pain Relief: Chiropractic care offers a natural, drug-free way to ease discomfort.

🧠 Nervous System Health: Your spine affects your nervous system. Keeping it aligned helps support overall health and wellness.

🧘‍♂️ Stress Relief: Relax your muscles and ease tension to reduce stress and improve your mental well-being.

🌱 Holistic Health: Chiropractic care takes a whole-body approach to wellness, supporting your overall health and vitality.

No matter your age or activity level, regular chiropractic visits can keep you feeling your best 🫶🏻

19/09/2025

Today marks 20 years since Donald left His Majesty’s Armed Forces after 15 years service.

A former member of the Royal Artillery, Donald saw service in Germany, Canada, Cyprus, Kosovo, The Falkland Islands and Iraq.

When we opened in 2009, after the financial mess of 2008 no body would lend him money except the Poppy Appeal. With a £7 thousand pound loan from the Earl Haig fund Tweed Chiropractic was started.

Ever since we have always offered members of our armed forces a discount for their care.

We’ve learnt so much over these years and with every lesson grown better… we hope. They didn’t take as many photos back then 😊

Here’s to another 20 😀

19/09/2025

🌟 We are multidimensional beings! 🌟

Your health isn’t just one thing - it’s a beautiful blend of:

🏃‍♀️ Physical
🧬 Chemical
💭 Emotional
🙏 Spiritual
⚡ Energetic

Here’s the fascinating bit: Your emotions aren’t just “in your head” - they’re creating real, measurable changes throughout your entire body! 🤯

Every feeling you experience shifts your:

🧠 Nervous system
⚖️ Hormonal balance
🔋 Mitochondrial function
✨ Bioenergetic field

It’s all connected! 🔗

When your emotional wellbeing shifts, your physical health feels it too.

That’s where Chiropractic care comes in - helping to support your nervous system so your body can adapt and thrive in every dimension of life! 🌿

18/09/2025

✨ 130 YEARS ✨

Today we celebrate 130 years since Chiropractic was founded!

We are so very proud to be a very small part of this wonderful profession, and share our Chiropractic with the incredible people within our Community💚

12/09/2025

🩺 Tips for Checking Your Blood Pressure at Home:

🕔 Sit quietly first – Rest for 5 minutes before taking a reading. Avoid caffeine, smoking, or exercise 30 minutes beforehand.

🪑 Sit correctly – Feet flat on the floor & back supported (legs not crossed!). Crossing your legs may raise your reading.

💪 Arm position – Rest your arm on a table at heart level.

📏 Correct cuff fit – The cuff should be snug but not tight. You should be able to fit one finger under the cuff.

🔌 Wire placement – Make sure the cuff’s tubing (wire) sits over the inside of your arm, aligned with your artery, pointing down towards your hand. (As shown in the picture above)

🌬️ Relax & breathe – Take a few slow breaths in and out to stay calm. Don’t talk, move or look at the machine during the measurements.

🔄 Take 2–3 readings

📒 Track regularly – Keep a log of your numbers

💡 Tip: Take your blood pressure at the same time each day (morning or evening) for the most consistent results.

💚Know Your Numbers, Know Your Health 💚

11/09/2025

💦Know Your Numbers – Hydration Edition 💦

Just like knowing your blood pressure, it’s important to know your hydration numbers too!

✅ Blood Pressure Numbers = Heart Health 🫀

✅ Hydration Numbers = Energy & Wellbeing 🌅

Did you know?
On average, you need about 30–35 ml of water per kilogram of body weight daily — that means someone weighing 78 kg should drink around 2.3–2.7 litres of water each day (and more with exercise or hot weather).

Here is a Practical Hydration Guide to help:

✅ Daily baseline: 30–35 ml per kg body weight.
✅ Adjust for activity: Add 0.4–0.8 litres per hour of exercise (depending on sweat).
✅ Adjust for environment: Hot/humid climates require more.
✅ Check urine: Pale yellow = hydrated; dark = drink more.
 
Check the personalised hydration chart below that you can use:

Baseline (no exercise, normal weather):
• 78 kg × 30–35 ml = 2.3–2.7 L per day

On workout days (moderate ~1 hr):
• Add 0.5–0.8 L
• Total = 2.8–3.5 L

On hot or highly active days:
• Add up to 1.0–1.5 L extra
• Total = 3.5–4.0+ L
 
This is how you can spread out your daily water intake:

• Morning (after waking): 300–500 ml (to rehydrate overnight loss)
• With each meal: 300–500 ml
• Between meals: 200–300 ml
• Before/during exercise: 300–600 ml
• After exercise: 500–700 ml
 

Keep an eye on both this week and make sure you are staying Hydrated! 💦💚

10/09/2025

A couple of familiar wee faces in there🤭😍

We are so very, very proud of our two wonderful girls Lucy and Hannah, along with one of our lovely patients Ela, as they begin their journey to becoming Doctors of Chiropractic at the fantastic Scotland College of Chiropractic🤩

We are so excited for you, and can say with absolute certainty that the future of Chiropractic is in very safe hands🥰

Go well girls- we are simply bursting with pride🥹🩵💙

💙 A Big SCC Welcome! 💙

We’re thrilled to introduce our newest cohort! Motivated and ready-to-learn, these future healthcare professionals have joined us on campus for the beginning of their journey.🎓

We couldn’t be prouder to have them as part of the SCC family. Here’s to new friendships and learning, we can’t wait to see everything they’ll achieve! 🎉

09/09/2025

🔥10 Quick Fire Facts about Blood Pressure🔥

1. Two Numbers, Two Stories 2️⃣– Systolic (top) measures pressure when the heart beats; diastolic (bottom) measures it when the heart rests. 😴

2. 🫀It is often called the “Silent Killer” because it often has no symptoms.

3. It usually peaks in the morning ☀️ and at its lowest while you sleep. 💤

4. ☕ One coffee can cause a short spike in your blood pressure. Effects usually happen within 30 minutes, peaks around 1-2 hours and can last like up to 6 hours. ⏰

5. ❄️ Cold weather pushes it higher. Low temperatures cause blood vessels to temporarily narrow, causing the need for more pressure to pump blood through the vessels.

6. 🧂High blood pressure can often be fuelled by hidden salt through processed foods like bread, sauces & ready meals - not the salt shaker!! Check food labels. 🍞

7. 🍫 Dark chocolate can be heart-healthy. This is because of the chemicals called flavanols which relax blood vessels and improve blood flow.

8. 💧 Staying hydrated helps regulate Blood Pressure.

9. 🩺 Giraffes’ Blood Pressure is about 280/180 mmHg, the highest of any land animal. 🦒

10. 👨‍👩‍👧 High blood pressure issues run in families, but lifestyle matters more.

If you’d like to find out more about Blood Pressure, or find out more about your own Blood Pressure readings, then why not have one of our wonderful CAs check yours in Clinic during our “Know Your Numbers” Week🤗💚

08/09/2025

💚 It’s Know Your Numbers Week!! 💚

A Blood Pressure Awareness Week that takes place every September. There’s never been a better time to check in on your health! 🩺

When did you last check your blood pressure?🤔

A quick reading could make a huge difference to your wellbeing and peace of mind. ✨

Pop in or give us a shout — our team is happy to take a reading for you! 🙌

👀 Keep an eye out for our posts this week with helpful info about blood pressure & your numbers!😃