Self-care for the silly season

In the lead-up to Christmas it can be easy to get swept up in the momentum of the silly season, and neglect our own needs for self-care.  But it is also a powerful time of year to form new habits.  If you can commit to your health and wellbeing in early December, instead of waiting until 1 […]

Trent’s trip to Nicaragua

Our Naturopath Trent spent a month in Nicaragua where he volunteered with Natural Doctors International  at their clinic on the tropical volcanic island of Ometepe. Trent worked alongside the local doctor and psychologist seeing patients from all over the island, along with supervising observing students who were along for the trip. After meeting the founder […]

Anatomy corner ~ Levator Scapulae

The levator scapulae muscles are part of the shoulder girdle, located along the sides of the neck, connecting down onto the top part of the scapula (shoulder blade). It originates from the transverse process of C1 – C4 and inserts onto the superior angle of the scapula. It is responsible for elevating the scapula (shrugging […]

The power of eating mindfully

Eating mindfully is one of the simplest yet most effective things you can do for your own wellbeing. It is also one of the hardest (it did not come naturally to me), but it really is worth putting the effort in and I will explain why. How hard is it for you to sit and […]

Reflexology

Reflexology is a holistic healing method in which pressure is applied to reflex zones on the feet and hands. ‘Reflex zones’ in this case indicates specific areas on the soles of the feet or palms of the hands, which reflect parts of the rest of the body. It’s important to remember that there is not […]

Anatomy Corner ~ Psoas major

The Psoas muscle is a major hip flexor which rotates the thigh laterally (outward).  It originates along the transverse processes of the lumbar spine and inserts at the lesser trochanter of the femur. Psoas issues can be a contributing cause of lower back pain, however it can be difficult to access with massage. It may be worked via […]

Trent’s Tips to Beat the Winter Blues

And just like that, it’s winter! The days are shorter, colder and they just seem harder. The lead up to winter seems to have made so many people sick, with the cold, dry air hitting us all in the sinuses. The dark mornings make it harder to wake up and start the day feeling motivated, […]

YIN ~ A Poem by Belinda Rogers

We glide upon the dust Small Clouds Below our feet We hum in silver Toward the blue Lights we are Leaving shadows To bathe in wonder As a silent wing Moves us across the sky To where the distance awakens And little clouds Float Above our feet Above the blue And sing we do Within […]

Borscht Recipe

This wholesome soup with its distinctive red colour is moreish, and perfect for cool Autumn evenings. Whilst there is nothing more Russian about me than my name, this is my take on a traditional soup that is full of yin nourishing foods to help you through this drying season. Ingredients~ Olive Oil 2 lt water […]

Pain & Inflammation Seminar Inspiration

In order to maintain our qualification, all natural therapists must complete a number of hours of continuing professional education each year. Recently Nadia and Kristen attended a seminar on Pain and Inflammation which we really enjoyed. We heard from three speakers across different modalities. Jane Gregory (remedial massage therapist) spoke about her experience using massage […]