Feeling short of time and needing a quick fix for a flu, sore throat, or recent infection? How does winter affect us? As we approach mid-winter and chilly temperatures, we are more likely to be exposed to cold and dry air so opt to retreat indoors with loved ones and curl up in bed rather […]
Tag: holistic health
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas!
As we wind down towards the end of the year, it is for many a time for holidays, celebrations, and gatherings of friends and families, and inevitably lots of eating and sometimes overconsumption of alcohol. It can also be a very stressful time of year, making it difficult to remain calm and healthy, and to […]
How does Acupuncture work?
What is the first thing you think of when someone says they had acupuncture? Its probably either 1. It sounds like chocolate? Or 2. Needles! Scary! Acupuncture is a relatively new modality in Australia and unfortunately not many people are familiar with the concept. Etymology (what the word means) To start with, what does the […]
Acupuncture for the relief of pain, inflammation, and anxiety
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) treats the mind and body as a whole system – not separate parts. Conventional Medicine has come to accept that the mind affects the body. Stress is a perfect example of the interrelated connection between the body and mind – any perceived threat triggers a fight or flight response in your […]
Calm down inflammation with food
Have you ever sprained your ankle, cut yourself or stung by a bee? The pain, redness, swelling, and heat that it produces are the body’s defence mechanism to fight the acute inflammation and to repair tissue damage. Acute inflammation typically resolves quickly, within a period of hours to days. Have you ever heard of chronic […]
Reiki for Pregnancy
Enjoy a More Serene Pregnancy with Reiki Energy Healing Pregnancy is one of life’s most beautiful and transformational experiences. Changes arise on every level – physically, mentally, emotionally and energetically. Some of these changes are easy to warmly welcome and embrace. There may also be changes that cause discomfort such as infertility, morning sickness or fatigue. […]
