Dr Puttergill, Chiropractor

19/06/2025

We are all so glad science and healthcare has evolved from the more raw and outdated views of the past. I hope they don't say that about us 200+ years from now. Stay warm

Bloodletting was a pervasive medical practice that dates as far back as ancient Greece and continued well into the 19th century. Physicians like Hippocrates believed bad health could be attributed to a fluid imbalance, and recommended bloodletting to help reset the body's balance. So, why did bloodl...

24/04/2025

Quite a fascinating talk regarding the past 15 years of modeling the brain in the case of varies diseases and genetic profiles.

Neuroscientist Sergiu P. Pasca has made it his life's work to understand how the human brain builds itself -- and what makes it susceptible to disease. In a mind-blowing talk laden with breakthrough science, he shows how his team figured out how to grow "organoids" and what they call brain "assemblo...

16/04/2025

Interesting talk on the molecular biology behind creating lad grown collagen for vegetarians and vegans. This also highlights the health benefits and uses of collagen in industry.

From cosmetics to nutrition, collagen is seemingly everywhere — but we don't often discuss its ethically questionable sources, says chemical engineer Fei Luo. She delves into the groundbreaking technology that uses genetically modified yeast to brew animal-free collagen, a process that could pave ...

26/03/2025

A great talk I watched in University. inspiring for those with chronic and more serious genetic conditions.

Dean Ornish shares new research that shows how adopting healthy lifestyle habits can affect a person at a genetic level. For instance, he says, when you live healthier, eat better, exercise, and love more, your brain cells actually increase.

12/02/2025

Very interesting talk on the metabolism of fat and how certain diets can affect our metabolism and health.

Why does losing weight often feel like an uphill battle? Physician Katherine Saunders unpacks how our bodies are wired to store fat, revealing that obesity isn’t simply a lack of willpower — it’s a complex, chronic disease rooted in evolutionary biology. She shares the science behind the lates...

28/01/2025

Always keep this talk in mind when preparing for a big day tomorrow. Quite humorous.

You’re just one history final away from a relaxing spring break. But you still have so much to study! You decide to follow in the footsteps of many students before you, and pull an all-nighter. So, what happens to your brain when you stay up all night? And does cramming like this actually help you...

24/01/2025

Such an important talk for those who don't understand cholesterol, Statins and their relations.

In 1968, the American Heart Association made an announcement that would influence people’s diets for decades: they recommended that people avoid eating more than three eggs a week. Their reasoning was that the cholesterol packed into egg yolks could increase cardiovascular disease risk. So, what e...

06/12/2024

A short reminder about the dangers and indications of heat stroke as a possible La Nina approaches.

Hydrate, stay cool, safe and have fun this festive season.

Note, we will be available most of the festive season excluding Friday 27th and Saturday 28th.

In many parts of the world heat waves are happening more often with greater intensity and for longer durations. By 2050, Earth’s mid-latitudes could be experiencing extreme heat between 90 and 180 days a year, with tropical regions enduring even more. So how hot is too hot, and what can people do ...

21/10/2024

A very interesting talk of which data on long covid is definitely still very limited.

Data isn't just about numbers or trends — it's about capturing the stories that shape our lives, says information designer Giorgia Lupi. Following a long COVID diagnosis, she tracked her symptoms meticulously over four years, the data culminating in a visual "New York Times" narrative that resonat...

18/10/2024

If you missed it. WORLD SPINE DAY was the 16th. Have a look and take a listen for some back and chiropractic related information. Thank you to Algoa FM for having me and remember to Sign up for the BIG WALK for Cancer or donate on the Algoa FM website.

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16/10/2024

Happy World Spine Day. This worldwide awareness drive aims to shed light on spinal pain and disability affecting millions worldwide.

LISTEN LIVE on Algoa fm this morning at around 8:15 with Lee, Wayne and Charlie.

Support your Spine!

07/10/2024

Very interesting and promising, good watch all the way to the end especially in order to have some pesticide free produce.

Can strawberries grown inside a building taste sweeter than those grown in a field? Farming entrepreneur Hiroki Koga explores how his team is combining solar-powered vertical farms with AI, robotics and indoor bee colonies to grow delicious strawberries year-round — and how this practice, if widel...