Have you ever wondered why identical twins, with the exact same DNA, can have different personalities, tastes, and even health conditions? Or why certain illnesses run in families, but aren't directly linked to our DNA? The answer lies in a fascinating field of science called epigenetics. In this blog, we'll explore epigenetics in a way that's easy to understand for both adults and children. Let's embark on a journey to unlock the secrets of our genes!

Excessive screen time has been linked to ocular strain and fatigue. Implementing the '20-20-20 rule' is a scientifically-supported method to mitigate these effects. Here we offer ways to encourage less screen time over Christmas for yourselves and your children!

Ear infections are common ailments, particularly in children. While there are various causes of ear infections, a complete understanding involves considering both biomedical factors and a neurodevelopmental perspective. Let's dive into the intricacies of ear infections and the role of certain structures like the Eustachian tube.

Persistence of the ATNR into childhood and adolescence may indicate potential motor challenges. For a child engaged in various sporting activities, this could pose great difficulties and hinder their performance in the following ways…

In our digital world, it's all too common to find ourselves glued to screens for prolonged periods, subjecting our eyes to considerable strain. What if we told you there's a simple, effective tool that can provide much-needed relief and also stimulate different regions of your brain?

Burnout is a common threat that is rapidly increasing throughout the workplace. Reaching epic proportions in many industrialised countries, the effects of running businesses, working in corporations, or even working long hours has profound effects on our bodies.

If you’re sharing dark chocolate treats this Halloween, think about keeping some for yourself!

Dark chocolate is often criticised for its fat content, sugar levels and e-numbers, however, it is also applauded for its tremendous health benefits, which when consumed in moderate amounts, have a great impact.

If you or your child experiences low mood and anxiety or presents with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder or Autistic traits, there may be a methylation imbalance. This root biochemical cause of difficulties is commonly overlooked, yet addressing it can help you or your child to thrive.

Motion sickness is a complex phenomenon that has long perplexed scientists and individuals alike. The emerging connections between motion sickness, low zinc levels and retained TLR activation offer exciting prospects for deeper insights into its causes and potential remedies. As researchers continue to unravel these intricate relationships, we are on the brink of a new era in understanding and addressing motion sickness, making travel and adventure more enjoyable for everyone.

The brain has an incredible ability to change, reorganise and grow new neural networks in response to new experiences or learning: this is what is meant by neuroplasticity. This fascinating process can happen at any age and informs our NeuroMature Programmes, which create new neural pathways in the brain by maturing the nervous system.

As parents of children on the autism spectrum, it can often be difficult to navigate the immense amount of books, information, and resources out there. This post is intended to give you a head start in finding the right books that best match the needs of your family.

At The Key Clinic, we adopt a multi-disciplinary, holistic approach, focusing on the root causes of diagnoses and challenges faced by children and adults. A significant concern we frequently address is bedwetting in children over the age of 6, which is prevalent in 1% of teenagers.

Primitive reflexes are innate in every baby when it is born. They are responsible for causing stereotype responses to specific stimuli that are hardwired into the brain from birth. They are there to protect the baby in the first few vulnerable months of life, to defend the baby and seek for its own needs. Well recognised examples of primitive reflexes would be the rooting reflex for example, which is a response to stimuli on the face, encouraging a baby to turn its head and open the mouth, rooting or searching for the breast or bottle. 

Anxiety is a normal human emotion, but its management is crucial, especially for women who may face unique challenges. Understanding the gender-specific aspects of anxiety and adopting effective strategies, including self-care and seeking professional help when needed, can lead to better mental health outcomes.

One of our most compelling case studies that underscores the long-term impact of our interventions revolves around Ffion, who came to us when life’s simplest tasks seemed insurmountable for her.

We think of ourselves as only having five senses: sight, taste, hearing, smell, touch. However, there are other, underlying ‘foundation senses’ which have a huge impact on our ability to navigate the world and to function well.

Joining her in conversation is Louise Tighe, where they unravel the intricacies of this sensory phenomenon. You can immerse yourself in the captivating 10-minute segment by clicking here.

Although many people have heard of ADHD, the condition is often misunderstood and symptoms vary between children and adults, males and females, and can make you feel misunderstood.

Many studies and experts in the past have advocated crawling as one of the most important milestones for a child’s motor and cognitive development. In our field of work, it is impossible to ignore the correlation between those children who have skipped the crawling stage and gone on to have learning difficulties.

Before you begin giving your child supplements, ensure that they can follow instructions and comfortably handle chunky textured foods (e.g. oatmeal or chunky applesauce) without gagging or choking. Also, make sure they can swallow liquids without spilling or coughing. If this is ok, they should be ready to learn pill swallowing.