Here are some of my favourite recipes for Christmas. The first one is a relish that can be served with chicken, turkey, pork, beef, lamb and even fish. Beetroot relish Ingredients: * 500 g fresh beetroot, peeled and finely chopped/grated * 1 medium red onion, peeled and finely chopped/grated * 1 medium…
Have you ever wondered why receiving a massage is a very relaxing experience? The answer is not so much about the relaxing music or oils, but how massage affects your nervous system. Research has shown that massage has a direct impact on lowering the levels of stress hormones that create the “fight-or-flight” response, and can…
Have you found yourself not looking forward to and having difficulty handling situations that previously you had no problem handling? Do you find yourself feeling more overwhelmed and irritable than normal? Does it seem to get worse at certain times of the month? It could be your hormones . Hormones are chemical messengers…
Recently I have seen a lot of clients with persistent acne. They all have their own unique story but the common thing they all express is how frustrated they feel. They have tried many creams, lotions and potions and have often excluded common known dietary triggers but still it persists. The skin is one…
Well, spring time is here, and for those of us who have been a little demotivated to exercise during winter would most likely received that motivation back. Often times, when we become motivated to exercise again, we tend to over exercise too quickly. This not only leads to muscle and joint soreness, but also…
According to the Chinese Medicine theory, there are numerous causes of weight gain. In general, weight gain is caused by imbalance of the internal organs which are mainly liver, spleen, stomach and intestine. For example, spleen is an organ which is responsible for your digestion, absorption and assimilation. Once your spleen function is affected,…
Do you find yourself sneezing and experiencing watery eyes especially when the weather gets windy? Do you find yourself becoming itchy when you come into contact with pets? If you also suffer from asthma you will find that your airways become extra sensitive to certain allergens and you might suffer an asthma attack…
Are you in your 40’s and experiencing changes in your sleep quality? Difficulty in falling asleep or frequent waking during the night? Are you waking up in the morning and not feeling as refreshed as you used too? You could be heading into a stage called perimenopause. Perimenopause is a time…
Sleep is one of the most important activities we need to do on a daily basis. It is one of the best “anti aging” secrets. Yet, overall people are sleeping less and less. Sleep helps our bodies to: *Heal and repair * Detoxify * Burn Fat * Help keep estrogen balanced *Help restore…
The thyroid is a very important organ. It sits at the front of your neck in a butterfly shape. Your thyroid helps govern your metabolism. Some people have a slow metabolism and it’s a good idea to get your thyroid checked. Currently through a doctor, only TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) can be tested under…