Massage therapy and chiropractic care often yield the best results when working in unison with each other. Many massage therapists and chiropractors often work together and refer to one another to expedite their clients’ journeys to wellness. In many cases, we would recommend seeing the massage therapist first to loosen up the muscles in preparation for the treatment from the chiropractor. The Role of a Chiropractor Chiropractors deal with issues of the neuromusculoskeletal system. They use specific pressures in certain spots to realign the muscles, nerves, bones, ligaments and tendons … [Read more...]
Mindfulness and the Importance of Meditation…. Your Mind is Connected to Your Body
Do you find yourself often distracted, unmotivated, or feeling anxious? Our busy lives and stresses can have a great impact on our bodies and health. Sooner or later we will run out of ‘steam’ if we don’t stop and be mindful of our wellbeing. Mindfulness It is important to train yourself to focus your attention in a way to calm your mind. We can feel stressed and be triggered by our work, relationships and day-to-day life. Being able to focus and be mindful can significantly contribute to your overall wellbeing. Practising mindfulness also allows you to rest your body and mind while … [Read more...]
The Importance of Having an Appointment with a Naturopath
Naturopathy as an alternative medicine has become increasingly popular in recent years, as more and more people are finding that conventional medicine alone is not sufficient to produce beneficial results long term. Why Naturopathy? Taking a natural approach to your health is far more preferable for your overall wellbeing. A Naturopath, similar to a GP, will not only take time to detail your medical history and perform diagnosis with tests, but will also have an additional perspective to treating the condition in relation to your individual body. Holistic & Natural … [Read more...]
Is there a Magic Pill for Your Health?
Modern living today is often associated with working around the clock, daily stress, and overscheduling – the demands on our time and health have never been so great before. How does a busy lifestyle affect your health? Constantly feeling pressed for time in a chaotic lifestyle contributes to high-stress levels, which then impacts our wellbeing and may cause a myriad of problems such as headaches, high blood pressure, and insomnia. Not to mention that busy lifestyles would also likely lead to rushed, unhealthy meal choices, lack of exercise, and neglecting needful rest. If you are … [Read more...]
Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy
There are many changes to the body during pregnancy, and caring for the spine is particularly important as the mother’s body goes through various structural changes. Did you know, the spinal curvature of pregnant women increases by 41% between 12 and 32 weeks^ of pregnancy? One of the primal beliefs of Chiropractic care is: “Healthy spine = healthy nervous system = healthy body working at its full potential”. Therefore, chiropractic care during pregnancy can have several benefits to the wellbeing of the mother. These include: reducing back and pelvis pain providing more restful … [Read more...]
Well-Known Herbal Medicines
Plants have been the basis for wellbeing and medical treatments throughout human history, with archaeological evidence dating back herbal medicinal use 60,000 years ago to the Palaeolithic age! Traditional herbal medicine is still widely practiced in the modern world, providing a wide range of health benefits. Let’s have a look at several well-known medicinal herbs and how they can give your wellbeing a boost: Turmeric You may have come across this herb in popular curry dishes. Not only does it taste delicious and add a punch to your cooking, the major active compound may also treat a … [Read more...]
Tips To Help You When You’re Experiencing Anxiety Or Stress
Anxiety and stress seem to be a regular occurrence these days. However, you can significantly reduce your symptoms and remove fear altogether and improve your quality of life by incorporating healthy habits, therapy, medication and these helpful tips. Time To Start Exercising Physical exercise every day significantly reduces anxiety symptoms, as it improves your mood and sleep and calms stress and tension. It is a great way to get into your body and out of your head, with fears and worries left on the running trail. More energy gained from regular exercise helps you have more focus to … [Read more...]
Kinesiology And The Benefits Of Muscle Testing
Have you ever wished you knew exactly what was wrong within your body? Why your knees hurt or why you are always fatigued? Kinesiology is one of the world’s most under-utilised forms of therapy. What exactly is kinesiology? It is the study of movement through muscular monitoring - otherwise known as biofeedback. Biofeedback through muscle monitoring looks at the possible causes for imbalances within your body and attempts to correct the issues found by using specialised lymphatic massage, nutrition, emotional work as well as electrical balancing. How does muscle testing actually work? By … [Read more...]
4 Major Benefits You Can Enjoy From Taking Up Counselling
Life can from time to time, present us with difficult and stressful situations. Sadly for many people, this is an everyday occurrence. The pressure of living up to other people’s expectations, making something of yourself and doing well at adulting can become pretty draining. You’re not alone in feeling overwhelmed or needing some insight and guidance on how to improve the way you manage your emotions. If you’re unsure what you can gain from counselling or are generally skeptical of talking about the things that bother you, this blog was written with you in mind. We will discuss the key … [Read more...]
Focus on Prevention: strengthen your Immune System
The immune system protects us from disease caused by bacteria, viruses and toxins, and helps remove foreign bodies and malignant cells from our system. How can we take a step forward focusing on Prevention rather than fear? In times when we may feel helpless against the odds, it is fundamental to remember that we still have the Power in our hands to focus on prevention by strengthening the natural and inherent immune forces within us. Vitamins and our immune system Like any fighting force, the immune system army marches on its stomach. Healthy immune system warriors need good, … [Read more...]
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