Elisa Clara Spagni, Remedial Massage Therapist outlines the differences between the types of massage therapies she has on offer. RELAXATION MASSAGE Relaxation massage is all about relaxing. It focuses on giving you time to recover from the stresses of daily life using a combination of different techniques like effleurage, soft tissue, gentle kneading and rolling [...]
As winter approaches and its cold dry air wreaks havoc on your daily routine, you will also notice subtle changes in your skin. The change in outdoor temperature and warm indoor climate will trigger rosy cheeks, dryness, tautness and often ashiness. People with normal, combination or oily skin will feel their skin getting drier. Those [...]
by Mikaela Duffy We all want to stay well during the winter months and reduce our exposure to common cold and flu viruses that do the rounds at this time of year. We also know that in keeping our bodies strong and healthy, we not only strengthen our defences, but increase our chances of a [...]
By Megan Crockart There was recent media attention on IBS and how eating a low FODMAPs diet can help with the symptoms of IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome). There was emphasis that the best person to see for this condition is a dietician. Having no disrespect for dieticians but as a natural therapy trained nutritionist Megan [...]
Finding it a challenge to feed picky eaters? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. There are countless parents facing this same conundrum, scratching their heads trying to figure out how to circumvent this issue without the tantrum and tears. To help you, we’ve put together 7 healthy recipe ideas so you can outsmart your fussy eater [...]
If you have decided to change your lifestyle and embark on a Paleo diet, there are lots of Paleo meal ideas easily available on the Internet. Although between meals you might find yourself suffering 3:30itis so you will also want some healthy Paleo snacks lined up for when temptation strikes. The problem is that most [...]
We all want to look our best but don’t want to compromise our health in order to do so. Luckily there are an increasing number of beauty brands rising up to the environmental challenge – helping us to look our best, minus the layers of toxic chemicals. One eco beauty brand in particular that we’re [...]
If you’ve heard about raw food and assumed it’s just uncooked food. You are correct. Sort of. Raw food is uncooked food, but technically speaking, it is food that hasn’t been heated above 46 degrees centigrade (115 degrees Fahrenheit). So while it can mean uncooked foods, the more accepted definition is that raw food is [...]
By Delappe’ Russell ‘I am not what has happened to me…I choose what I become.’ Carl Jung. Self Esteem is the feelings you have about yourself. Having self efficacy is the belief that you have of yourself about your capabilities to set and reach goals. It is the degree to which you feel worthy, capable, [...]
By nutritionist Megan Crockart As a nutritionist my clients often are surprised that I have access to some of the same pathology testing as their GP’s. Many naturopaths and nutritionists now use pathology testing to check a multitude of health concerns or to simply monitor people’s health. In my clinic I like to use various [...]
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