Dr. Nadine Brinton, DC

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Lest We Forget.Today, we remember those who've served and sacrificed with gratitude and reflection.
11/11/2025

Lest We Forget.
Today, we remember those who've served and sacrificed with gratitude and reflection.

Today, we honor all who've served. Thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and strength.
11/11/2025

Today, we honor all who've served. Thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and strength.

Feel stuck at your desk all day? Here are 3 simple ways to sneak more movement into your 9-5 without overhauling your ro...
11/10/2025

Feel stuck at your desk all day? Here are 3 simple ways to sneak more movement into your 9-5 without overhauling your routine:

1. Move every 30-60 minutes
Set a timer or use your water bottle as a reminder. Every refill = movement break.

2. Take walking meetings
Even a few minutes of walking while on a call can boost circulation and ease stiffness.

3. Use "movement snacks"
Short bursts of mobility to keep your hips and back happy without needing a full workout.

Small shifts add up over time. Your joints, muscles, and mind will thank you!

Sugar cravings aren't just about willpower, they're often your body's way of asking for something it's missing.Here are ...
11/10/2025

Sugar cravings aren't just about willpower, they're often your body's way of asking for something it's missing.

Here are a few common reasons why cravings show up:

- Blood sugar crashes (after a carb-heavy meal or snack)
- Poor sleep or chronic stress
- Low magnesium or chromium
- Not eating enough protein or healthy fat

Instead of fighting cravings, support your body with:

- Protein-rich meals (especially at breakfast)
- Healthy fats to keep you full
- Magnesium-rich foods like leafy greens, seeds, and legumes

Cravings are a message, not a failure. When you support your body's needs, they often quiet down on their own.

Feeling like you're reacting to more foods than ever? Many people are developing new food sensitivities seemingly out of...
11/09/2025

Feeling like you're reacting to more foods than ever? Many people are developing new food sensitivities seemingly out of nowhere. But there are real, underlying reasons why this happens.

Here are 5 sneaky causes of rising food reactivity:

- Leaky gut - when your gut lining lets unwanted particles into your bloodstream
- Overloaded immune system - constantly on edge and mistaking food for a threat
- Gut microbiome imbalance - too many bad bugs, not enough good ones
- Cross-reactivity - your body reacts to foods with similar protein structures
- Chronic stress & toxins - weakening your gut and overworking your immune system

With the right steps, you can start to heal and reduce your food reactions.

You've cleaned up your diet. You're taking the supplements. You're trying to sleep more, stress less, and move your body...
11/08/2025

You've cleaned up your diet. You're taking the supplements. You're trying to sleep more, stress less, and move your body.

But you're still exhausted. Your gut still feels off. Your mood still dips. Something isn't clicking, and it's frustrating.

Healing isn't about trying harder. It's about getting to the root.

When we work together, we don't guess. We test.

We look at your history, your biology, and your symptoms. We connect the dots and build a clear, personalized plan.

Ready for real answers, not more trial and error? Let's get started.

Do you ever feel a little unsteady when walking, turning, or reaching? Struggling with balance isn't just a "getting old...
11/07/2025

Do you ever feel a little unsteady when walking, turning, or reaching? Struggling with balance isn't just a "getting older" thing, it's a sign that your body's coordination systems might need some support.

Your sense of balance comes from a combination of:
- Your eyes (visual input)
- Your inner ear (vestibular system)
- Your muscles and joints (proprioception)

When one of these systems isn't working well you might feel wobbly, hesitant, or even dizzy. And the longer you go without addressing it, the more it can affect your confidence and safety

If you're feeling unsure on your feet, even just now and then, let's talk. A few small changes can make a big difference.

Zinc is essential for immune health, especially during cold & flu season, but more doesn't always mean better.- Zinc sup...
11/07/2025

Zinc is essential for immune health, especially during cold & flu season, but more doesn't always mean better.

- Zinc supports white blood cell function
- Helps fight viruses
- Supports wound healing and skin health

But here's the catch: long-term high doses can lead to copper deficiency, gut irritation, and even a suppressed immune response.

- Ideal daily range: 8-15 mg from food and supplements
- High-dose short term? Sometimes okay, under guidance
- Chronic high-dose? Not recommended

If you're taking zinc daily, make sure you're getting the right form, the right amount, and ideally balancing it with copper (especially if you're supplementing over 25 mg).

If your list of "safe foods" keeps getting shorter, there's likely more going on beneath the surface. Many people are su...
11/06/2025

If your list of "safe foods" keeps getting shorter, there's likely more going on beneath the surface. Many people are surprised to learn that frequent or growing food reactions are often linked to two key issues: a leaky gut and an overworked immune system.

When your gut lining becomes compromised it starts letting in particles that don't belong in your bloodstream. Your immune system, trying to protect you, begins reacting to these particles... including parts of your food.

Over time, this immune overload can lead to sensitivities to foods you once tolerated just fine. Bloating, fatigue, brain fog, skin rashes, and joint pain might all trace back to this gut-immune connection.

With the right support, your gut can heal, your immune system can calm down, and food can feel safe again.

This Easy Fall Sheet Pan Dinner is so good that you'll want to make it all year long! IngredientsFor the Marinade1/4 cup...
11/05/2025

This Easy Fall Sheet Pan Dinner is so good that you'll want to make it all year long!

Ingredients
For the Marinade
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
2 tablespoons dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

For the Chicken Sausage & Veggies
1 pound chicken apple sausage (5 links), sliced into rounds
1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 small to medium red onion, diced into large chunks
16 oz brussel sprouts, halved
5 cloves garlic, minced
chopped parsley and green onion, for serving

Instructions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
Make the marinade: Whisk together all of the marinade ingredients until well combined.
Add the sausage, sweet potatoes, red onion, Brussels sprouts, and garlic to a large mixing bowl. Pour the marinade over the sausage and veggies and then toss until well combined.
Transfer the sausage and veggies onto a large sheet pan lined with parchment paper and arrange in a single layer, making sure the Brussels sprouts are cut side down.
Bake the chicken sausage and veggies for 25-30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender, tossing halfway through.
Remove the sheet pan from the oven and sprinkle a bit of parsley and green onion over top.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Recipe adapted from: https://allthehealthythings.com/fall-sheet-pan-dinner

Ever notice how stiff your hips and back feel after a long day of sitting? Sitting for hours puts real strain on your bo...
11/05/2025

Ever notice how stiff your hips and back feel after a long day of sitting? Sitting for hours puts real strain on your body.

When we sit:

- The hip flexors shorten and tighten
- The glutes "switch off"
- The lower back muscles get overloaded
- Circulation slows, and joints stop moving

Over time, this can lead to discomfort, mobility loss, and even chronic pain.

But here's the good news, even a few small movements throughout the day can help undo the damage. We've put together a super simple guide with 5 mobility moves you can do anywhere, no gym or equipment needed.

Bloating. Constipation. Gas. Food reactions. The endless "what can I even eat?" cycle.Gut symptoms can take over your li...
11/04/2025

Bloating. Constipation. Gas. Food reactions. The endless "what can I even eat?" cycle.

Gut symptoms can take over your life, but they don't have to be permanent.

When we work together, we'll uncover:
- What's happening in your microbiome
- Whether inflammation is keeping your gut on high alert
- What your body actually needs to heal, not just what to eliminate

And most importantly, we'll do it in a way that feels nourishing, not restrictive.

Let's get clear and build a plan that works.

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