Your Spinal Health

16/09/2025

How old is your spine? 🧠🦴

Take my 3-Minute Spine Check to find out — then get a simple plan you can do at home.

✅ Instant score (Green / Amber / Red)
✅ Effective, gentle exercises (no equipment)
✅ Built by me, Peter Bennett — gentle, no-cracking care in Penrith

👉 Start here: https://app.quizitri.com/render/b146a518-a544-4222-8e33-e343db836b7d

(Takes ~3 minutes. Results + plan sent to your inbox.)

18/08/2025

😟 Are we drowning in pills we don’t really need?

A major new study shows that pregabalin, one of the most common nerve pain drugs, raises the risk of heart failure—especially in people who already have heart problems.

👉 The good news? There’s a safer alternative. Chiropractic care tackles the root cause of nerve pain without the side effects of long-term medication.

I’ve broken the research down in plain English (with the link to the full medical study too) and explained how to protect your health and longevity by addressing pain at its source.

💊 Less medication. ❤️ More health.
Read the full article here: https://open.substack.com/pub/thelongevityletter/p/beyond-the-pill-how-tackling-root?r=5kffcp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

13/08/2025

🍔 Same Calories, Different Results — The Study That Shocked Scientists

Ever been halfway through a packet of biscuits and thought, “Where did they all go?”
It’s not just you. It’s not just willpower. And it’s not even necessarily the sugar or fat.

A gold-standard study from the U.S. National Institutes of Health proved something wild:
Researchers fed people two diets with the same calories, sugar, fat, protein, carbs, fibre, and salt.

One diet? Ultra-processed foods — packaged breads, sweetened yogurts, chicken nuggets, instant cereal.
The other? Minimally processed foods — fresh fruit, veg, whole grains, plain meat, nuts, seeds.

💥 Result: On the ultra-processed diet, people ate 500 extra calories a day without realising it.
After 2 weeks:

Ultra-processed → +2 lbs

Whole food → −2 lbs

Same nutrients. Different results.

Over years, those extra calories add up to weight gain, higher blood pressure, inflammation… and shorter lifespan.

Takeaway: Swap even one ultra-processed meal a day for a whole-food version.
Small steps today = more energy now and a longer, healthier life later.

07/08/2025

🤔 Ever Wondered What Really Happens When a Chiropractor Straightens Your Spine?

It’s more than just posture…

When your spine is twisted or misaligned, your body works overtime to keep you upright. Muscles tighten, joints stiffen, nerves get irritated — and you may not even realise it.

At Your Spinal Health in Penrith, we use gentle chiropractic care to help your spine return to its natural position. This can lead to:
✅ Better balance
✅ Improved posture
✅ Less pain and stiffness
✅ More energy and clearer thinking

Sometimes people feel amazing after an adjustment — other times they feel tired or sore. These are normal signs your body is starting to rebalance and reset.

💬 “Straightening your spine doesn’t just change how you stand — it changes how your whole body functions.”

📍Ready to feel the difference?
Book your visit at Your Spinal Health today and let your body work the way it was designed to.

30/07/2025

💤 Problems in the bedroom? It might be your mattress…

Not every backache is a mystery. Sometimes, it’s just that your bed is too soft, too firm, or simply not the right fit for you (or your partner).

Your spine prefers a mattress that’s just right—not too hard, not too squidgy. Think “Goldilocks,” but for grown-ups with stiff necks and cranky hips.

And here’s the twist: couples almost never agree on what feels best. One wants cloud-like softness, the other prefers something with the give of a cricket pitch.

🇩🇪 In Germany, many couples buy one big bed frame and put two single mattresses inside. That way, everyone gets what they need—and peace is restored in the bedroom.

Quick tips:
✔ Side sleeper? Go medium-soft.
✔ Back sleeper? Medium-firm or firm.
✔ Hot at night? Go for springs over memory foam.
✔ Two different needs? Two mattresses. One happy home.

If you’re waking up sore and grumbly, it might be time to rethink what you’re sleeping on. Your back (and your partner) will thank you.

15/07/2025

🌞 Hot Weather Tip You Might Be Missing 🌞

Drinking plenty of water in the heat? Great! 💧
But if you’re sweating a lot, your salt balance might still be off—leaving you tired, dizzy, or just not feeling right.

🧂 When we sweat, we don’t just lose water—we lose salt (sodium). British soldiers in jungles take salt tablets daily to prevent collapse—even when drinking loads of water. It’s that important.

✅ Try these simple tips:
• Add a pinch of sea salt to your water after sweating
• Snack on something naturally salty (olives, cheese, nuts)
• Use an electrolyte powder with no added sugar

⚠️ If you have high blood pressure, kidney, or heart issues, check with your doctor before changing your salt intake.

Stay hydrated AND balanced for better energy, clearer thinking, and happier muscles 💪

10/07/2025

Useful meeting for business people with adult ADHD on 24th July

Join us for a new ADHD-friendly networking and connection event.

09/06/2022

Good shoes support your spine. if you have fallen arches consider insoles for extra support.

02/06/2022

If your sleep all night in a twisted position your spine will be out of line and will ache in the morning

26/05/2022

Look after your posture to look after your back

12/05/2022

Strong core muscles protect your back