Blogs for YOUR health and wellbeing.
8 WAYS TO CALM CHRONIC REFLUX AND HEARTBURN
Heartburn and chronic reflux is experienced by approximately 1 in 5 Australians. Severe symptoms of pain and burning of the throat that occur frequently is known as a condition named GORD – Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease.
BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT - ENCOURAGING MILK QUANTITY & FLOW
According to the WHO, there are a great many advantages to breastfeeding over formula. However for some new mothers this recommendation may not be so easy to implement or even seem attainable.
A SENSITIVE TOPIC - VULVODYNIA
Many women will report having had vulvar pain at some point in their life. It is estimated 30% of these women suffer with chronic vulvar pain and don’t seek treatment due to the sensitive and private nature of the condition.
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN REMEDIAL & SPORTS MASSAGE?
One of the most common questions from patients are “What is the difference between Remedial & Sports Massage?” This is closely followed by, “So which treatment is right for me?”
THE KEY TO SUCCESS - THE 20 MILE MARCH
Ever heard of the 20 Mile March? This is a fantastic concept that can be applied to any goal you want to set your sights on & will make you unstoppable!
A SOUP FOR THE SEASON - PEAR AND SNOW FUNGUS SOUP
A popular soup recipe made in many Chinese homes and communities. It’s a dessert soup usually had after the main meal and known according to traditional Chinese medicine to benefit the lungs; boost the immune system, dissolve phlegm, relieve a cough and even rejuvenate the skin with properties that boost collagen in the skin.
THE ELEMENTS OF IBS
It is calculated that around 1 in 5 Australians experience what is known as irritable bowel syndrome. IBS is a condition marked by various symptoms.
GETTING OVER POST-COVID FATIGUE
If there’s been a season in Melbourne, it seems to have been COVID season leaving people feeling tired and drained after the bout of the virus.
RECIPE: CASHEW PROBIOTIC YOGHURT
Making your own yoghurt is easier than you might think. This dairy free and vegan cashew yogurt is a breeze to make, delicious and has the benefit of having no artificial ingredients or added sugar that you get in store-bought products.
STRESS AND YOUR MENSTRUAL CYCLE
Let’s face it, we have all been put through the wringer over these past 2 years (thanks COVID!). It is safe to say that the overall stressors and challenges in our day to day lives here in Victoria have been significantly heightened. As a result, many of us have seen some unwanted changes to our physical and mental wellbeing.
MINDFULNESS SERIES: MEDITATION
In this second part of the Mindfulness series, we are looking into meditation, in particular the types of meditation that help to lay the foundation, retrain the brain to focus on the present moment and help build our resilience to stress!
DON’T WAIT FOR A HEALTH CRISIS
We lead busy modern lives, juggling multiple responsibilities. We are often depleted, mentally over-stimulated and struggle to maintain healthy self-care practices.
CONGEE – COMFORT IN A BOWL
If you have ever seen a Chinese Medicine practitioner, there is a good chance they would have raved about the importance of a warm, nutritious and easy to digest breakfast for overall health and wellbeing.
MINDFULNESS SERIES - BREATH
The Mindfulness Series - BREATH. The way we breathe and how well we do it has a huge effect on our bodies.
DO YOU DRINK ENOUGH WATER?? OR PERHAPS YOU DRINK TOO MUCH WATER?
Hydration is a tough one to keep on top of, particularly in winter, and the reality is that many of us fail to drink enough of it.
ACUPUNCTURE - IS IT GOING TO HURT?
One of the most frequently asked questions by new patients to acupuncture is ‘is this going to hurt?’.
9 QUESTIONS TO CONNECT YOU TO YOU
Sometimes our external and internal worlds are disconnected and we are not in harmony on the ‘inside’ and the ‘outside’. These 9 questions can help connect you with you.