Dr. Nadine Brinton, DC

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Sitting all day? These 5 simple moves can help loosen your hips and take pressure off your back:- Pelvic Tilt (gently un...
11/28/2025

Sitting all day? These 5 simple moves can help loosen your hips and take pressure off your back:

- Pelvic Tilt (gently uncurl your spine)
- Hip March & Reach (great for trunk and hip mobility)
- Figure-4 Stretch (hello, hip relief!)
- Hamstring Slide (for that tight backside)
- Seated Twist (keep that spine moving!)

Each takes less than a minute, and they're easy to do at your desk or on the couch.

We're curious, one small (or big!) change you made that noticeably improved your energy, digestion, sleep, or mood?Maybe...
11/28/2025

We're curious, one small (or big!) change you made that noticeably improved your energy, digestion, sleep, or mood?

Maybe it was cutting back on sugar, getting serious about sleep, or finally learning how to eat for your gut.

Share it below, you never know who you might inspire.

Grateful for healing, health, and community. Wishing you a warm and nourishing Thanksgiving.
11/27/2025

Grateful for healing, health, and community. Wishing you a warm and nourishing Thanksgiving.

If your body feels like it's always "on," like you're running from one thing to the next but can't actually rest... your...
11/26/2025

If your body feels like it's always "on," like you're running from one thing to the next but can't actually rest... your nervous system might be stuck in survival mode.

Also known as a dysregulated stress response, this state can become your body's default after too much pressure, trauma, or chronic inflammation.

Common signs your nervous system is stuck in fight-or-flight:
- You feel wired but tired
- Sleep is light, broken, or unrefreshing
- You hold your breath or breathe shallowly
- Small stressors feel overwhelming
- Your body is tense, even at rest

The good news? You can retrain your nervous system, and it doesn't take hours a day. Start with nervous system resets (like breathwork or vagus nerve stimulation), consistent meals, hydration, sleep, and gentle movement that calms, not taxes, your system.

Your healing isn't just physical, it starts with helping your body feel safe again.

Better balance. More confidence walking. A body that feels steady and in control.If you've noticed:- Feeling off-balance...
11/26/2025

Better balance. More confidence walking. A body that feels steady and in control.

If you've noticed:
- Feeling off-balance when walking or turning
- Hesitating on stairs or uneven ground
- Worry creeping in about falling or losing your footing

You don't have to live with that worry. Targeted care, movement strategies, and strength work can dramatically improve your balance and coordination at any age.

Let's figure out what's holding you back. Book your assessment today and take the first step toward confident, steady movement.

As the seasons shift, so do your body's rhythms, including digestion. In fall, many people notice their gut feels more s...
11/25/2025

As the seasons shift, so do your body's rhythms, including digestion. In fall, many people notice their gut feels more sensitive.

You might feel heavier or more bloated after meals, slower digestion, less appetite in the morning, and even more gas or constipation. Cooler weather, longer nights, and the body's natural move toward "slowing down" can reduce digestive fire, slow motility, and shift your microbiome.

If this sounds like you, here are 5 easy ways to reset your gut this fall:

- Warming, cooked foods like soups, stews, and roasted vegetables that are easier to digest
- Fiber-rich seasonal produce like squash, carrots, apples, and leafy greens to nourish your microbiome
- Bitters before meals (like arugula, dandelion, or a small splash of ACV) to stimulate digestion naturally
- Mineral-rich broths to support the gut lining and reduce inflammation
- Slower meals, more chewing, and mindful breathing to activate your parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest)

You've searched everything. Tried dozens of supplements. Seen multiple doctors. But nothing changes.What you really need...
11/24/2025

You've searched everything. Tried dozens of supplements. Seen multiple doctors. But nothing changes.

What you really need is clarity.

Working with us gives you:
- Testing that reveals what standard labs miss
- A care plan tailored to your unique body
- Ongoing guidance and support
- Answers that make sense and get results

Stop chasing symptoms. Start building real health with a team that listens.

Book your first step today.

If you feel stiff in the morning, like your joints need a few hours to "wake up" here's what might be going on:- Overnig...
11/24/2025

If you feel stiff in the morning, like your joints need a few hours to "wake up" here's what might be going on:

- Overnight, joint fluid circulation slows down, and inflammation can settle in
- Lack of evening movement or poor sleep posture can contribute too

Try this tip tomorrow morning:

Before getting out of bed, do 1-2 minutes of gentle stretching, neck rolls, knee hugs, ankle circles.

It gets your joints moving and preps your body for the day ahead.

Do you feel like your energy crashes earlier in the day? Like no matter how much sleep you get, your body still feels he...
11/23/2025

Do you feel like your energy crashes earlier in the day? Like no matter how much sleep you get, your body still feels heavy or slow?

It's easy to blame the weather, shorter days, or post-summer fatigue, but many people experience a subtle rise in inflammation during the fall without realizing it.

Here's why fall can hit harder than expected:
- We spend more time indoors, exposed to stale air, mold, and dust
- Heavier comfort foods can increase inflammatory load
- We move less and stress more as schedules tighten
- Hidden food sensitivities often creep in with seasonal treats
- Poor sleep and circadian shifts throw off recovery and repair

Low-grade inflammation doesn't always show up as pain. It often shows up as brain fog, morning fatigue, feeling puffy, and sugar cravings.

If your body feels off this time of year it could be asking for a reset.

If you could snap your fingers and instantly understand one aspect of your health, what would you want to know more abou...
11/22/2025

If you could snap your fingers and instantly understand one aspect of your health, what would you want to know more about?

- Brain fog?
- Inflammation?
- Gut microbiome?
- Hormones?

Drop it in the comments, we're listening, and your answers help guide what we post next.

Not all prenatals are created equal. Many store-brand formulas check the "basic vitamin" boxes but miss out on the forms...
11/21/2025

Not all prenatals are created equal. Many store-brand formulas check the "basic vitamin" boxes but miss out on the forms and doses your body can actually use during preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum.

Here's what to look for:
- Folate (not folic acid)
- Active B vitamins (like methylated B12 and B6)
- Choline for baby's brain development
- Iron (only if you need it!)
- Gentle forms of magnesium and calcium

And watch for:
- Synthetic dyes
- Low-dose everything
- "One-a-day" formulas with poor absorption

Whether you're planning, pregnant, or postpartum, your prenatal should be targeted, bioavailable, and supportive.

Posture isn't just how you sit or stand, it's how your body holds itself in space all the time. And small imbalances can...
11/21/2025

Posture isn't just how you sit or stand, it's how your body holds itself in space all the time. And small imbalances can lead to big problems over time.

That's where postural assessments come in. A full postural check gives us insight into how your spine, shoulders, hips, and even feet are working together (or not).

What we often find:
- Forward head posture (from screen time)
- Uneven shoulders or hips
- Excessive curve in the lower back
- Weak core or glutes compensating for joint misalignment

These imbalances might not cause pain right away, but over time, they can lead to headaches, back pain, joint stress, or fatigue.

Curious about your posture? We're here to take a look.

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