Midtown Chiropractic and Vital Principal Functional Medicine

Midtown Chiropractic and Vital Principal Functional Medicine Dr. Lindsey Carr, DC, CACCP, IFMCP, DABCI and Dr. Allison Bomar-Hyong, DC Dr. Lindsey Carr is a chiropractor at Midtown Chiropractic in Memphis, TN.

If you are struggling with neck or back pain, headaches or migraines, carpal tunnel, sciatica, or any other health condition please call us today or visit our website.

In functional medicine and chiropractic care, true healing doesn’t come from crash protocols or extreme changes — it com...
11/09/2025

In functional medicine and chiropractic care, true healing doesn’t come from crash protocols or extreme changes — it comes from small, consistent actions that tell the body it’s safe to heal.

The nervous system thrives on rhythm. When your sleep, movement, nutrition, and mindset are aligned, not forced, the body shifts from survival mode into repair.

We don’t chase intensity here. We build foundation.
Gentle adjustments, steady nourishment, nervous system regulation, and realistic routines create the long-term change that intensity can’t sustain.

✨ Healing isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing what matters, consistently.

This 60-second habit can rebalance your entire hormone system.(and no…it’s not a supplement 😮)🌞 It’s morning light.Here’...
11/08/2025

This 60-second habit can rebalance your entire hormone system.
(and no…it’s not a supplement 😮)

🌞 It’s morning light.

Here’s what happens when you actually get outside first thing in the morning:
🧠 Triggers a cortisol spike (the good kind) → wakes up your brain
🌙 Regulates melatonin → helps you fall asleep when you’re supposed to
🩸 Anchors your circadian rhythm → helps balance insulin, estrogen, progesterone, and thyroid output
🔥 Lowers inflammation + stress load on the body
🕰 Syncs your internal clock → boosts energy, metabolism, mood, and cycle health

And guess what?

Your hormones run on rhythm.

When your body doesn’t know what time it is, your systems stop talking to each other.

If you’re struggling with:
🚩Cravings
🚩Midday crashes
🚩Irregular cycles
🚩Poor sleep
🚩Low mood or libido
🚩Weight plateaus
…start by getting outside within 30–60 minutes of waking. No sunglasses. No window glass.

Just real light.

It’s free. It’s fast. And it works better than you think.

If you’re still struggling with:🔁 Mood swings that hijack your week💥 Periods that feel like a monthly punishment💤 Exhaus...
11/07/2025

If you’re still struggling with:
🔁 Mood swings that hijack your week
💥 Periods that feel like a monthly punishment
💤 Exhaustion that sleep doesn’t fix
🍫 Cravings that feel out of control
🧠 Foggy thinking, low libido, or unpredictable skin
— then something deeper is going on.

🙅🏻‍♀️Your hormones are not broken.

They’re responding to something.
→ Blood sugar imbalances
→ Poor estrogen clearance
→ Under-functioning thyroid
→ Cortisol chaos
→ Gut or liver stress

💡 These are root causes, not random coincidences.

You don’t need to be silenced, dismissed, or told “it’s just stress.”

You need a plan that actually sees your whole picture.

✨ Because real healing doesn’t come from a band-aid.

It comes from understanding the why behind your symptoms.

✅You’re eating the “right” foods.✅You’re taking the supplements.🆘But your hormones still feel off.Here’s what most peopl...
11/06/2025

✅You’re eating the “right” foods.
✅You’re taking the supplements.

🆘But your hormones still feel off.

Here’s what most people miss:

It’s not just what you eat…it’s what you absorb.
🧩 Poor gut function → Nutrient deficiencies
🧬 Nutrient deficiencies → Hormone dysregulation
🌀 Hormone chaos → More gut issues

Welcome to the vicious cycle nobody’s talking about.

Your body needs key nutrients to make and clear hormones like:
➡︎Zinc → for healthy ovulation + thyroid support
➡︎Magnesium → for cortisol regulation + PMS symptoms
➡︎B vitamins → for estrogen metabolism + energy
➡︎Selenium + iodine → for thyroid conversion
➡︎Iron → for ovulatory cycles + energy

But if your gut is inflamed, leaky, or low in digestive enzymes, you’re likely not absorbing what your hormones are begging for.

💡 It’s not always about “more supplements”

It’s about healing your gut so they actually work.

🧠 Think: brain fog, PMS, fatigue, low libido, anxiety, weight plateaus…
These are often signs of underlying nutrient depletion.

🛑 And until you fix the gut-hormone-nutrient triangle…

You’ll keep spinning your wheels.

Think your hormones are “fine” because you’re under 40?Think again. 👀The truth no one’s talking about?📉 Hormone shifts d...
11/06/2025

Think your hormones are “fine” because you’re under 40?

Think again. 👀

The truth no one’s talking about?

📉 Hormone shifts don’t wait until perimenopause.

They start quietly in your late 20s and 30s…
→ Stress → progesterone depletion
→ Overexercising → cortisol + thyroid crashes
→ Undereating → blood sugar instability
→ Gut issues → poor estrogen detox
→ Birth control aftermath → months (or years) of chaos

And suddenly…
🧠 Your moods are unpredictable
😴 You’re tired all day but can’t sleep at night
🍫 You crave sugar like your life depends on it
💥 You feel puffy, anxious, and not like yourself

But your labs come back “normal,” so you’re told it’s just stress.

Or aging.

Or that maybe you’re just overreacting.

Let me be clear:

You are not too young for hormone issues.

You are not making it up.

And you deserve better answers.

⚡ If you feel off but can’t explain why, your hormones may be shifting behind the scenes.
And with the right lens, we can actually see it coming (and do something about it early).

Tired of feeling tired… even after 8 hours of sleep? 😴Dragging yourself through the day on caffeine + willpower?Crashing...
11/04/2025

Tired of feeling tired… even after 8 hours of sleep? 😴

Dragging yourself through the day on caffeine + willpower?

Crashing at 3pm… then wired at night?

👀 It might not be your schedule.

It might be your hormones.

Here’s what most people don’t realize:
→ Cortisol dysregulation = trouble waking up, anxious nights
→ Thyroid slowdowns = fatigue, brain fog, sluggish metabolism
→ Low progesterone = light sleep, irritability, emotional rollercoasters
→ Blood sugar imbalances = energy crashes, cravings, mood swings
→ Estrogen dominance = feeling foggy, bloated, and off

📉 Fatigue isn’t a personality trait.

It’s a signal.

Your body is trying to tell you something.

And the truth is…no amount of coffee, supplements, or “motivational mindset” will work…

If your hormones are running the show behind the scenes.

✨ Ready to decode what your fatigue really means?

I use advanced functional testing + root-cause analysis to help you reclaim your energy, for real.

Time change hang over today 💤😴
11/03/2025

Time change hang over today 💤😴

✅You’re lifting weights.✅Drinking the green smoothies.✅Sleeping 8 hours.And somehow… your body’s still like: “Yeah, no t...
11/01/2025

✅You’re lifting weights.
✅Drinking the green smoothies.
✅Sleeping 8 hours.

And somehow… your body’s still like: “Yeah, no thanks.”😒

→ You’re not crazy. You’re not lazy.

You’re hormonally stuck.

Because here’s the truth no one’s talking about:

💥 The right habits won’t work when your hormones are dysregulated.

You can’t outsmart:
→ cortisol that thinks you’re still running from a bear
→ insulin spikes that keep you stuck in storage mode
→ estrogen that never gets cleared
→ a thyroid running at 70% capacity

This isn’t a calorie problem. It’s a communication problem.

Your body is trying to survive.
Your habits are trying to thrive.

And unless your hormones are on board… you’re going to hit a wall every time.

⚠️ If your results don’t match your effort…look deeper.

Your body isn’t broken.

It’s just waiting for the right input.

💬 Ever hit a plateau that made zero sense? Tell me below.

8 healthy halloween tips: enjoy the fun without the sugar overload! 🎃✅ Balance the Treats with Real FoodBefore heading o...
10/31/2025

8 healthy halloween tips: enjoy the fun without the sugar overload! 🎃

✅ Balance the Treats with Real Food
Before heading out for trick-or-treating or attending a Halloween party, have a healthy meal rich in protein, fiber, and healthy fats to help stabilize blood sugar and prevent overindulging.

✅ Choose Dark Chocolate Over Sugary Candy
If you’re going to indulge, opt for dark chocolate (70% or higher) instead of high-sugar candies. Dark chocolate is lower in sugar and contains antioxidants that can offer some health benefits.

✅ Set a Candy Limit
Whether for yourself or your kids, decide in advance on a candy limit to avoid overconsumption. You can also allow for a small treat each day rather than having a candy binge all at once.

✅ Host a Healthy Halloween Party
If you’re hosting a Halloween gathering, provide healthier options like fruit kabobs, veggie trays with spooky shapes, or pumpkin hummus.

✅ Get Creative with Non-Candy Treats
Hand out non-candy items like small toys, stickers, glow sticks, or temporary tattoos instead of candy. This can be just as exciting for kids and gives them something different to enjoy.

✅ Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water throughout the day, especially if you’re indulging in sweets. Staying hydrated can help control cravings and support digestion when enjoying a few treats.

✅ Bake Healthy Halloween Treats
Make your own healthier versions of Halloween favorites. Use ingredients like coconut sugar, almond flour, or unsweetened applesauce to reduce refined sugar.

✅ Emphasize Fun Over Sweets
Focus on the experience and fun of Halloween rather than the candy. Enjoy decorating, dressing up, and participating in Halloween activities that don’t revolve around sugar.

Save this post for later. Happy Halloween!

This Halloween season, skip the tricks your body’s been playing on you: the stiff neck that won’t quit, the headaches th...
10/30/2025

This Halloween season, skip the tricks your body’s been playing on you: the stiff neck that won’t quit, the headaches that sneak up out of nowhere, the low back that “ghosts” you when you need it most.

Your body isn’t trying to scare you, it’s asking for alignment.
Regular chiropractic care helps restore balance, reduce tension, and support the nervous system so you can move, sleep, and feel your best.

✨ No tricks. Just treatment that helps you heal naturally.

🦴 Ready to feel better than your candy stash tastes?
Schedule your adjustment, your spine will thank you!

POV: You finally support your gut…and suddenly your hormones stop acting like they’re competing on Love Island 🙃✨ No mor...
10/30/2025

POV: You finally support your gut…
and suddenly your hormones stop acting like they’re competing on Love Island 🙃

✨ No more random crying at cat food commercials
✨ No more “why am I bloated from water?”
✨ No more sugar crashes at 3pm that feel like a personal attack

The gut-hormone connection is real:
🧠 95% of serotonin = made in the gut
🧬 Estrogen detox? → relies on your gut microbes
💩 Daily poops = daily hormone clearance
🦠 Dysbiosis = inflammation = hormonal chaos

Moral of the story?

Balance your gut… and your hormones stop screaming for attention.

💬 Have you ever worked on your gut and noticed changes in your mood or cycle?

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Dr. Lindsey Carr, DC, CACCP and Dr. Allison Bomar-Hyong are a chiropractors at Midtown Chiropractic in Memphis, TN. If you are struggling with neck or back pain, headaches or migraines, carpal tunnel, sciatica, or any other health condition please call us today or visit our website and take advantage of our new patient special.