Chiropractic Well-Being, Verwood

25/03/2026

Chiropractic is very effective for treatment of neuromusculoskeletal complaints. By improving spinal health and reducing stress on the nervous system, chiropractic care allows the parasympathetic nervous system to function more effectively, promoting the body’s ability to heal and recover naturally.
Sometimes it's not enough on its own to resolve conditions, therefore nutrition and lifestyle advice is an important part of care to support your body's optimum function and healing processes.
Last weekend I spent the day with a lovely group of like-minded individuals deepening my knowledge of nutrition. If you are questioning why you are not responding as well as you hoped from treatment, healing is slower than expected or your condition keeps recurring, it may be due to your nutritional status!

27/02/2026

Vitamin D plays a critical role in fat metabolism and body composition, helping to regulate how fat cells grow, store energy, and release inflammatory signals.

Key mechanisms include:

Regulation of adipogenesis (fat cell formation): Vitamin D signaling helps limit excessive fat cell differentiation and expansion
Improved insulin sensitivity: Adequate vitamin D supports glucose uptake in muscle and reduces insulin resistance, shifting energy use away from fat storage
Lower chronic inflammation: Fat tissue in vitamin D–deficient individuals tends to be more inflamed, which further disrupts metabolism and muscle function.

By supporting muscle protein synthesis and reducing inflammation, vitamin D helps the body maintain a healthier lean-to-fat ratio, especially when paired with resistance training and adequate protein intake.

It is incredibly important to note that, since vitamin D is fat-soluble, it becomes sequestered in adipose tissue, making it less available to other tissues and organs throughout the body. Individuals with higher body fat often require significantly higher vitamin D intake to achieve the same blood levels as lean individuals.

25/02/2026

The benefits of green tea!!

New research shows green tea may help the body burn fat and balance blood sugar. In a study with obese mice, it improved metabolism and muscle health without harming lean animals. Scientists say its powerful plant compounds work together to regulate fat and energy use. The findings hint that green t...

24/02/2026

Many people who supplement vitamin D still remain deficient due to underdosing, poor absorption, obesity, inflammation, or genetic differences.
Current vitamin D recommendations were largely established to prevent rickets, not to optimize overall health.
Vitamin D is not simply a nutrient but a hormone that regulates hundreds of genes involved in immune health, muscle function, inflammation, and cellular regulation.
Aim for optimal vitamin D status rather than sufficient.

17/02/2026

It is well known that plastics can degrade and release microplastics, which can get into the environment and be consumed by humans.

Boiling water in a new kettle will leave you with between six million and eight million microplastic particles per cup. Fewer and fewer particles are released with each successive use, however.

Research at Trinity School of Chemistry, Dublin shows that many items such as plastic kettles, which are repeatedly used with tap water, can over time, develop a protective skin that prevents the release of microplastics entirely. Rather than the plastics falling apart, the minerals coat the plastic and prevent any kind of degradation and so the product becomes microplastic-free.
Interestingly, distilled water however doesn't have the same effect!

Filtering your tap water reduces chlorine, trace impurities such as certain herbicides, pesticides and pharmaceuticals and reduces PFAS. It can also reduce metals such as lead and copper. So my thoughts are filter your water and boil it in a glass or stainless steel kettle!

15/02/2026

Even on a rainy day a walk gives your body exposure to natural light, movement and an opportunity to focus on the breath.

"There is no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing"

10/02/2026

A potential reason for weight gain is poor sleep. Sleep deprivation is typically considered obtaining less than 7 hours of sleep per night. There are numerous studies in the scientific literature that suggest that this has metabolic effects that predispose to weight gain.

Sleep restriction influences two important hormones, leptin and ghrelin, that regulate metabolism and energy expenditure. Leptin is released from adipose tissue (fat) and acts on receptors in the hypothalamus of the brain where it inhibits appetite and promotes satiety thus limiting food intake.

Ghrelin, however, is released from the stomach and pancreas and stimulates appetite. Circulating ghrelin levels fluctuate over the course of the day in relation to food intake.

Leptin is decreased with sleep deprivation, whereas ghrelin is increased. In a short-term study of 10 men, 2 days of sleep restriction was associated with an 18% reduction in the leptin and a 28% elevation in ghrelin. These changes were associated with increased hunger and appetite, especially for calorie-dense foods with high carbohydrate content.

Both the decrease in leptin and the increase in ghrelin seen with sleep deprivation could potentially increase food intake and contribute to weight gain. Considering that increased caloric intake has been shown to promote sleep, sleep deprivation may prompt overeating as a compensatory mechanism to regain lost sleep

In addition to biological associations, several authors have highlighted the potential for behavioural mechanisms between sleep deprivation and obesity. The most straightforward of these states that individuals who sleep less have more opportunities to consume calories. Hence, time restricted eating may be effective in these individuals. Short sleepers may also experience fatigue, which reduces the likelihood of engaging in physical activity which helps to manage a healthy body weight.

09/02/2026

Great supplements at reasonable prices.

Get £10 off at Cytoplan.

04/02/2026

It's World Cancer Day today and if anyone is willing to give a small donation to this fundraiser, they would really appreciate it 🙏
https://www.justgiving.com/page/rachael-russell-1?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

28/01/2026

I have been taking a selenium and co-enzyme Q10 supplement for several years now, for two separate reasons. However, research shows that taken together they can significantly reduce the mortality rate from cardiovascular events and significantly improved heart function.
Our soil is rather depleted of selenium in many parts of the world and Q10 is difficult to obtain from the diet so these supplements are particularly beneficial to those over 40 and with a family history of heart disease.

Long-term supplementation of selenium/coenzyme Q10 reduces cardiovascular mortality. The positive effects could also be seen in NT-proBNP levels and on echocardiography.

23/01/2026

👶 Chiropractic care for babies & young families 👶

Emma, based here at The Hewson Clinic, is passionate about supporting young families through gentle, effective chiropractic care.

Her interest in paediatric chiropractic began when her own son was born, and she has spent the past 18 years developing her skills in this specialist area.

Many babies experience digestive discomfort or feeding difficulties in their first few months. These issues can be linked to tension through the head, spine and pelvis caused during pregnancy or labour. Gentle chiropractic techniques can help release these tension patterns, supporting nerve function, particularly to the gut and the muscles involved in feeding.

✨ Special February offer
On Thursday mornings throughout February, Emma is offering new baby assessment appointments for just £25.

📞 Book directly with Emma: 07748 858360

A calm, gentle approach to supporting your baby’s comfort, digestion and development 💛

22/01/2026

This is a fantastic podcast, full of interesting points about gut health and reducing chronic inflammation.
The main points I took were:
•A flexitarian diet is very beneficial
•High fibre intake is super important to feed our gut bugs. Men should aim for 38g/d, women 26g. Wholemeal bread can be a healthy addition to our diets but be mindful that non-organic wheat is likely to have been sprayed with glyphosate, and this chemical not only causes weeds to die but kills beneficial microbes in our gut.
•Fermented foods and polyphenol rich food are as always strongly recommended.
•Omega 3 fatty acids (ALA, DHA & EPA) from oily fish, nuts and seeds are essential to obtain from the diet. Vegetarians and vegans be aware that the ALA in nuts and seeds has to be converted in the body to DHA and men and post-menopausal women have less capacity to do this!
•Routine mealtimes, sleep and exercise shouldn't be overlooked.
•Make time for in-person social interaction.

https://www.thedoctorskitchen.com/podcasts/314-5-ways-to-fight-inflammation-and-heal-your-gut-dr-will-bulsiewicz #

Today I’m speaking with world-leading gastroenterologist Dr Will Bulsiewicz about how to heal your gut and keep it working at its best.