by Alex Sutton | Dec 7, 2020 | Clinical Nutrition
How does the Hypothalamus control eating? The hypothalamus secretes several different hormones and can be considered the control center for your body. Nerves send electrical signals to your brain when your stomach is full of food. LEPTIN, the “satiety hormone” or...
by Alex Sutton | Dec 7, 2020 | Physical Therapy, Physio
Stress can manifest in many ways and an all too common one is clenching our jaw. However, this can quickly cause tension headaches, tightness in the neck, shoulders, & hips, as well as grinding of the teeth and discomfort in the ears and face. In addition to pain,...
by Alex Sutton | Dec 4, 2020 | Clinical Nutrition
➡ Get high-quality food storage containers (PRO TIP! Thermal, stainless steel or glassware are the best choices…avoid plastic containers and bags as much as possible.) ➡ Choose recipes and build your menu (PRO TIP! Take stock of what you’ll need & make...
by Alex Sutton | Dec 4, 2020 | Physical Therapy
Sensory receptors send information to the brain where it is interpreted, processed, and sent back out for action. Movement depends on sensory input and the bottom of the foot is one powerhouse of a feedback sensory system! When it comes to helping our body exist...
by Alex Sutton | Dec 2, 2020 | Clinical Nutrition, Motivation
Consistency over time is key–the best diet is the one that you can consistently stick to. Good nutrition is sustainable and involves awareness and attention. To be our best selves, we must envision already being our best selves. It all starts with you! Change...