Chiropractic Vitality Center

10/10/2025

09/20/2025

09/20/2025

Adaptogens and adrenal tonics support patients during times of ongoing stress and fatigue. Culminating in HPA axis dysfunction, common presentations include feelings of stress and overwhelm, mood changes, cognitive dysfunction/difficulty concentrating, fatigue including chronic fatigue/burnout, sleep disturbances, changes in appetite, weight gain/loss, and/or digestive symptoms.

Adaptogens increase non-specific resistance to stress, promoting adaptation and survival.[1] They have a normalizing effect on stress reactivity (reducing HPA hyperactivity and hypercortisolemia while also correcting HPA hypoactivity and hypocortisolemia).[2] They also improve physical and mental energy and support recovery from illness.

🌿 Rhodiola is an energizing adaptogen traditionally indicated for stress-related fatigue.[3]

🌿 Ashwagandha is a tonic and adaptogen for building vitality without stimulating, promoting restful sleep, and calming the stress response in tired, wired patients.[4]

🌿 Eleuthero is a restorative, non-stimulating adaptogen used to build energy and vitality following stress or illness. It is clinically shown to improve performance under stress, as well as stamina and performance in athletes.[4]

🌿 Licorice and Rehmannia are adrenal tonics which support the function of the adrenal cortex, particularly under prolonged stress conditions.[4]

[1] Panossian A. Understanding adaptogenic activity: specificity of the pharmacological action of adaptogens and other phytochemicals. Annals NY Academy of Sciences. 2017 Aug;1401(1):49-64.

[2] Panossian A, Wikman G. Effects of adaptogens on the central nervous system and the molecular mechanisms associated with their stress—protective activity. Pharmaceuticals. 2010 Jan;3(1):188-224.

[3] Kasper S, Dienel A. Multicenter, open-label, exploratory clinical trial with Rhodiola rosea extract in patients suffering from burnout symptoms. Neuropsych Dis Treat. 2017;13:889.

[4] Bone K, Mills S. Principles and practice of phytotherapy: modern herbal medicine. 2nd ed. Edinburgh: Elsevier Health Sciences; 2013.

09/20/2025

Jack DuBois, 4th-generation family leader and district sales manager at Standard Process, joins us on the latest episode of the WholisticMatters podcast!

Tune in to learn more about his passion for regenerative agriculture, the whole food philosophy, and how both play a vital role in better patient outcomes. 🌱

From farming practices that protect nutrient density to the power of whole foods, Jack shares insights every practitioner can implement in their practice.

👉 Click the link in the comments below to tune in!

09/20/2025

From my first book Inward: https://www.amazon.com/Inward-Yung-Pueblo/dp/1449495753

09/18/2025

chiropractic and nutrition

04/01/2025

The effects of endocrine disrupting chemicals are complex. Ubiquitous chemicals such as bisphenol A (BPA), phthalates, dioxins and flame retardants are found in everyday household products and are increasingly linked to human health problems.

Endocrine disruptors mimic the action of naturally-produced hormones such as estrogen or testosterone, block cellular hormone receptors, and affect hormone synthesis, transport, and metabolism, altering natural hormone concentrations.[1-3]

Follow these tips to reduce the impact of endocrine disruptors on your health:[4]

- Consume fresh and certified organic foods

- Avoid plastic containers, bottles and packaging

- Avoid canned food and drinks

- Choose low-tox personal care products

- Remove dust from the home

- Avoid non-stick cookware

[1] Fowler P et al. Impact of endocrine-disrupting compounds (EDCs) on female reproductive health. Mol Cell Endocrinol. 2012;355(2):231-239. doi: 10.1016/j.mce.2011.10/-21.

[2] World Health Organization, United Nations Environment Programme. State of the Science of Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals - 2012. Available from www.who.int

[3] Andersson AM et al. Endocrine disrupters: We need research, biomonitoring and action. Andrology. 2016;4:556-60. doi: 10.1111/andr.12244.

[4] Corbett GA et al. Nutritional interventions to ameliorate the effect of endocrine disruptors on reproductive health: a semi structured review from FIGO. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2022;157(3):489-501. doi: 10.1002/ijgo.14126.