The concept of “being grounded” is becoming a common phrase that is being expressed these days. The connotations associated with “being grounded” are that it is a healthy and beneficial phenomenon. However, what exactly does it mean? The purpose of this article is to explore “grounding” from an electrical, postural,…
The purpose of this article is to create a bridge between Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT) and the approach of the Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) with the ultimate goal of creating craniofacial resonance. To explain these ideas I am going to be discussing circles, aliens, a sticky orthotic, and some simple,…
Abstract The ability to achieve a cervical-cranial-facial postural system that allows one to move and breathe in all three planes with balanced neuromuscular function and position can be significantly influenced by certain anatomical and physiological characteristics within it. One of these factors involves how one postures with their tongue in…
There is much hype today regarding the problems with gluten resulting in a plethora of gluten free products. The purpose of this article is to explain the current issues with gluten and grains. What are grains? Grains are small, hard, dry seeds harvested for human or animal consumption. The two main…
Stress can be experienced by the body in a variety of forms and systems all interacting with each other. Please refer to the following model for a more detailed explanation: http://heathercarrdpt.com/integrative-systems-model/ Examples of stress include psychological; emotional; environmental; dietary; and/or physical (trauma, low blood sugar, abnormal pH, infections, etc). When…
Modern American society demonizes fat consumption and links it to obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Unfortunately, this is a misconception and is not the reason why so many Americans are overweight with underlying systemic diseases in the making or already underway. The real problem is the overconsumption of sugar and…
Part 5: Connecting Asymmetrical Ultradian and Neuromuscular Rhythms of the Human Body To read Part 1: The Prevalence of Human Asymmetry and Lateralization click HERE To read Part 2: What Does Asymmetry Provide for a Human Being? click HERE To read Part 3: How Did Humans Become Asymmetric? click HERE…
Normal gastrointestinal function is virtually impossible without proper stomach acid secretion and a properly maintained pH. Inadequate stomach acid production can result in a sequelae of dysfunction throughout the rest of the digestive tract leading to maldigestion, malabsorption, inflammation, dysbiosis, toxicity, and autoimmune disorders. In a healthy gastrointestinal tract, hunger…
Part 4: How Does One Reconcile an Asymmetrical Neuromuscular System? To read Part 1: The Prevalence of Human Asymmetry and Lateralization click HERE To read Part 2: What Does Asymmetry Provide for a Human Being? click HERE To read Part 3: How Did Humans Become Asymmetric? click HERE Perhaps as…
Dietary consumption of quality fat is crucial for providing an optimal level of nutrition to the body which drives cellular metabolism, structure, detoxification, organ function, and system regulation. Triglycerides provide the most concentrated source of energy for the body. They are composed of glycerol and 3 fatty acid molecules. The…
