The Spring Chiro Podcast

In this episode Lisa walks through practical, evidence-informed items to keep in your medicine cabinet as the colder season approaches. She stresses maintaining adequate vitamin D—especially from October through April in the UK. Lisa recommends her top tip products covering everything from the first twinge of a sore throat, to powerful immune boosting remedies and the magic powder to combat bugs that cause stomach upsets.

In this podcast episode, Lisa discusses the pervasive presence of toxic chemicals like BPA and PFAS in everyday household items. She explains the health risks associated with these endocrine disruptors, including hormonal imbalances, cancer, and metabolic issues. Lisa shares her journey towards minimizing exposure by switching to alternatives for food storage, opting for BPA-free receipts, and choosing PFAS-free cookware. Highlighting the widespread detection of these chemicals in our bodies, Lisa encourages listeners to make conscious changes for better health, starting with everyday items like storage containers and non-stick cookware.

Lisa discusses the consequences of poor sitting posture and the phenomenon known as ligament creep. She explains how even the most perfect posture can lead to problems if maintained without breaks. The podcast explores how sitting can destabilize critical joints like the sacroiliac joints, causing compensatory muscle tension. Lisa suggests alternating between sitting and standing positions, using sit-to-stand desks, and integrating slight movements to prevent issues. By promoting awareness and making small adjustments, listeners can mitigate the musculoskeletal complications associated with extended periods of sitting.

In this episode of the Spring Chiro Podcast, Lisa shares the strategies she used to reduce her phone screen time by over 50% and regain mindfulness. By viewing her phone as a 'digital dementor' and making conscious changes, she found herself more focused, productive, and happier with these adjustments. Join Lisa in exploring these simple practical yet effective tips for mindful phone usage to reclaim your time, and dopamine, and live more consciously.

In this podcast episode, Lisa explores the intricate relationship between screen usage and neurotransmitter activity, specifically focusing on dopamine. She explains how our phones and media, through notifications and rapid visual stimuli, trigger dopamine release, making them potentially addictive. Lisa also delves into how this constant stimulation and dopamine flood can make real-life joys feel less rewarding, and how the harnessing by modern media of our orienting reflex reduces our ability to focus and concentrate. Moreover, she suggests a potential link between prevalent screen time habits and the rise in attention-related disorders, providing a thought-provoking perspective on modern-day challenges.

In this episode, Lisa discusses the common issue of forward head carriage, a posture problem exacerbated by frequent smartphone use. She explains how holding our heads too far forward strains neck muscles, effectively increasing the load they carry due to the laws of physics. Over time, this can lead to significant spinal health issues, including increased wear and tear on neck joints. Lisa also shares simple posture checks to help listeners become more aware of their head position during daily activities. With little but frequent adjustments, it's possible to retrain your muscles for better posture and overall health.

In this episode of the Spring Chiro Podcast, Lisa delves into the intricacies of posture. She explains that posture is not always under conscious control, as the body often compensates for underlying issues, resulting in imbalances. Using simple tools like a laser plumb line, Lisa evaluates posture, seeking subtle misalignments that might indicate larger issues. Listeners are encouraged to observe everyday clues, such as uneven shoe wear, which might reveal postural imbalances. Lisa also discusses the importance of the centre of gravity, and how posture can impact health, promising a detailed look at the forward head posture in the next episode.