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#1 Health Blog For Chiropractic News and Advice
Dr Julian Simpson & Dr Daniel Williams
Welcome to the Sunbury and Melton health hub.
Our mission is to empower our community through movement and knowledge.
With over 800 science-backed articles, we’ve built this library to help you enhance your Chiropractic and Massage care at home.
Dive in, learn the science behind your recovery, and share these insights to help our local community live stronger, healthier lives.

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Depression, Chronic Pain & The Nervous System: Can Chiropractic and Massage Therapy Help?
Depression is often thought of as an emotional or mental health condition, but research shows it can also have a major impact on the body. Muscle tension, headaches, fatigue, neck pain, low back pain, poor posture, and chronic pain are all commonly linked with depression and stress-related disorders.
At Health Wise Chiropractic in Sunbury, we regularly see how physical pain and mental well-being are connected. New research reviewing 97 studies suggests that manual therapies
Julian Simpson
May 204 min read


💪 Creatine: The Tiny Supplement with BIG Power (and Faster Recovery)
Creatine is a naturally occurring compound stored in your muscles. Its main job?👉 Rapid energy production during high-intensity effort — think squats, sprints, lifting, pushing, pulling.
It fuels your ATP-PC system, which is the body’s “quick energy” pathway. This system is dominant during:
Heavy lifts
Short bursts of power
Explosive movements
Julian Simpson
Apr 274 min read


Brain Health & Ageing in Sunbury & Melton – Can Exercise and Diet Prevent Cognitive Decline?
Maintaining brain health as you age is strongly linked to lifestyle. Research shows that combining regular exercise with a healthy diet can significantly improve overall cognitive function and may help slow age-related cognitive decline. At Health Wise Chiropractic in Sunbury & Melton, we help patients support long-term brain and nervous system health through movement, lifestyle advice, and personalised care.
Julian Simpson
Apr 223 min read


Stronger Muscles, Healthier Aging: How Nutrition Fuels Your Strength
Did you know that by 2050, the global population over 60 will nearly double—from 12% in 2015 to 22%? That’s a lot of birthdays and, hopefully, a lot of strong shoulders, hips, and knees still moving with ease! 🎉
Julian Simpson
Jan 13 min read


Can Watermelon Juice Help Reduce Muscle Soreness and Boost Muscle Growth? 🍉💪
What Makes Watermelon Special?
Watermelon isn’t just refreshing—it’s packed with compounds that may support muscle recovery:
L-citrulline: A non-essential amino acid that boosts nitric oxide (NO) production, improving blood flow to muscles.
L-arginine: Helps with NO synthesis and nutrient delivery.
Antioxidants like lycopene and glutathione: Reduce oxidative stress and inflammation after exercise.
These compounds may help improve muscle oxygenation, decrease lact
Julian Simpson
Dec 10, 202511 min read


We explain the Importance of Vitamin D in Pain Management
A 2025 study found that Vitamin D deficiency was related to
Increased postoperative pain
lower back pain
arthrosis
Neuropathy
Increase the likelihood of new pain turning into long-term pain
Julian Simpson
Nov 15, 20252 min read


Ginger for Joint Pain Relief: A Natural Alternative Worth Exploring
Ginger for Joint Pain Relief: A Natural Alternative Worth Exploring
Julian Simpson
Nov 10, 20252 min read


Unlocking Relief: The Impact of Exercise on Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
Patients with chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy often present sensory symptoms such as tingling and numbness, and some complain of pain, namely spontaneous pain and increased sensitivity to innocuous (allodynia) or noxious (hyperalgesia) stimuli
The current thinking for recommendations for cancer patients is:
To do at least 150 to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity
75 to 150 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity
OR a combination of bo
Julian Simpson
Sep 22, 20254 min read


How to Improve Pelvic Floor Strength for Multiple Sclerosis Patients and Reduce Urinary Incontinence
How to Improve Pelvic Floor Strength for Multiple Sclerosis Patients and Reduce Urinary Incontinence
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a debil
Julian Simpson
Jun 2, 20252 min read


The Effects of Vegan and Vegetarian Diets on Brain Function and Neurological Health
The Effects of Vegan and Vegetarian Diets on Brain Function and Neurological Health
Vegan and Vegetarian diets are frequently associated
Julian Simpson
Apr 1, 20254 min read


Managing Psoriasis: Lifestyle and Nutrition Tips to Improve Your Quality of Life
Do you have Psoriasis? Here are some lifestyle and nutrition tips for you to start today!
Psoriasis is a multifactorial disease with a comp
Julian Simpson
Oct 30, 20242 min read


How Can Recreational Athletes Optimise their Sports Nutrition for Performance and Recovery?
Sports nutrition for the recreational athlete
Lets discuss what foods we should include in our diet for gym exercise
Julian Simpson
Oct 9, 20242 min read


Do you know what nutrition and supplements you need to exercise? Let us guide you with some advice
Do you know what nutrition and supplements you need to exercise? Let us guide you with some advice
Due to the popularity of endurance and u
Julian Simpson
Oct 2, 20243 min read


Is Protein Worth It? Weighing the Pros and Cons
Is Protein Worth It? Weighing the Pros and Cons After you get adjusted from your chiropractor, you undoubtedly want to eat the best foods...
Julian Simpson
Aug 20, 20241 min read


Effective Ways to Address Bicep Tendinopathy: Therapy Options for Shoulder Pain
Effective Ways to Address Bicep Tendinopathy: Therapy Options for Shoulder Pain Effective Ways to Address Bicep Tendinopathy: Therapy...
Julian Simpson
Aug 9, 20242 min read


What are the best foods to help with Arthritis?
What are the best foods to help with Arthritis?
The BEST thing we can be eating is LEGUMES. Nutritionists can all pretty much agree when it
Julian Simpson
Jul 20, 20241 min read


Maximising Sleep Quality Through Optimal Nutritional Intake
Maximising Sleep Quality Through Optimal Nutritional Intake The body maintains a BIOLOGICAL RYTHM called circadian rhythm which will...
Julian Simpson
May 3, 20243 min read


Fueling Your Body for Injury Prevention: Nutritional Tips to Keep You Going Strong
Fueling Your Body for Injury Prevention: Nutritional Tips to Keep You Going Strong Playing sports is fun but research shows that most...
Julian Simpson
Apr 23, 20242 min read


Identifying Common Triggers for Tension-Type Headaches: Tips for Pain Relief
Identifying Common Triggers for Tension-Type Headaches: Tips for Pain Relief With headaches being one of the biggest causes of...
Julian Simpson
Apr 19, 20242 min read


How to Improve Your Posture While Working at a Desk: Advice and Tips
How to Improve Your Posture While Working at a Desk: Advice and Tips Here is some great advice from a study in 2023 Researchers looked...
Julian Simpson
Feb 27, 20242 min read
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