“You have choice. You are the master of your attitude. Choose the positive, the constructive. Optimism is a faith that leads to success” – Bruce Lee I recently had the pleasure of working with one of the most remarkable patients. For Serena*, knee surgery had been a long time coming. However, until recently, it had […]
immune health
SWEATING
There are three main ways for us to get rid of toxins from the body. Through the liver/gut, through the kidneys and through the skin. The skin is a huge organ and sweating is a wonderful way to get toxins out and keep ourselves healthy. There are three main ways to sweat: There is a […]
LYMPH
Do you know what lymph and lymph nodes are? Lymph is a fluid from our vascular system. Think of it a bit like a drainage system that goes all through the body. You have high pressure in the arteries which take blood from the heart to the body. You have a lower pressure in the […]
THE GUT, THE BAD AND THE UGLY
I would love to give some time to the gut this week. Its simple name understates its powers! In essence, the gut is a tube that runs from mouth to anus. It is just ONE cell layer thick. That is all that protects our bodies from the outside world and toxins. A healthy gut should […]
Preparing Mind & Body for Autumn
Autumn is our last season of abundance before the sparseness of winter. Autumn is full of ripe fruits, nuts and vegetables that we both eat and store in preparation for the winter ahead. Autumn gives us some glorious moments of warmth and sun to be enjoyed. It is a time to slowly transition from light, […]
The Benefits of Oregano
Herbs are such a key part of any healthy diet. They are packed with flavour and health benefits. This week we look at oregano. The name Oregano comes from the Greek “oros” meaning “mountain” and “ganos” meaning “beauty, joy”. The meaning, then, is mountain beauty. In Ancient Egypt, oregano was massaged into the body after […]
Keep Your Feet On The Ground
Have you heard of “grounding” or “earthing”? It simply means, standing barefoot on a natural surface such as sand or grass. Here is the theory behind grounding: The earth has a negative charge. As we walk around throughout the day, we build up a positive charge in our cells. Back when we were all walking […]
Local honey and seasonal allergies
Honey has been treasured for centuries, not just for its taste, but for its many healing properties. The Greeks called honey ambrosia – the food of the gods! Today’s blog is looking specifically at the benefits of LOCAL honey. Local honey (from bees living within under a kilometre radius) appears to have great value in […]