The stigma surrounding mental health is so widespread that it isn’t confined to any one particular mental illness. It impacts people suffering from depression, anxiety, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, and a myriad of other mental health conditions equally. This negative perception of mental health disorders and people with mental illness affects our community gravely. In […]
If you are thinking about taking yoga classes, you might want to consider Bikram Yoga. It is an offshoot of the traditional hatha style of yoga, which means it involves set poses (asanas) performed slowly and held for varying amounts of time. Breathing exercises (pranayama) are also integral to hatha styles of yoga with the ultimate aim […]
When a friend or loved one is physically ill or injured, we don’t brand them ‘worthless’ or ‘incompetent’. We don’t tell them “there’s nothing wrong with you”, “it’s all in your head” or “you’re making it up”. Instead, we support them and don’t blink an eye at the thought of them seeing a doctor or specialist […]
As kids we drank glasses of milk because our parents said they strengthen our bones. But as adults we know that sometimes we need more than a calcium fix. This is where turning to an experienced osteopath may make all the difference. In fact, osteopathy is all about restoring balance to our bodies. As such, […]
At first, I never really put much thought into breathing. In fact, when someone pointed out that I might not be inhaling and exhaling properly I was a little dismissive. But that comment helped me start thinking about how I breathe. Interestingly, the ultimate realisation that my body had adapted to a shallow, quick style […]
According to a recent study, 52% of people actually prefer undertaking yoga in a heated studio. In fact, studios embrace this by offering classes in different heated yoga styles. As a result, it’s not uncommon to see Hot Yoga and Bikram Yoga classes scheduled at the same studio. This can be a source of confusion […]
When my mum was pregnant with me she was told not to eat fish because her child would end up with webbed fingers! While there’s nothing wrong with my fingers, I am also pretty sure it wasn’t because she didn’t eat fish. Nowadays, navigating what fish you can eat or should avoid can be tricky, […]
When we have back pain or joint aches we often settle for self treatment like using Voltaren or taking pain relievers. While this is welcome relief, there’s nothing but sheer agony when that bliss wears off! This is where alternative therapies like shiatsu may help. Shiatsu is a drug-free natural therapy, which is growing in […]
If we play a game of word association and I ask you about chiropractic care, you’re going to say ‘bone cracking or ‘back cracking’, right? Well, stop…please! Firstly, the sound you hear doesn’t involve the cracking of bones. Secondly, the sound you may hear is actually a result of nitrogen gas being released from around your […]
Naturopathy is a non-symptomatic practice like ayurveda. As such, patients consult naturopaths in a preventative capacity. This may seem counter-intuitive, especially as we’re conditioned to seek out healthcare when we’re sick. But if you stop to think about it, it makes complete sense! Why would you want to present with symptoms at all or be sick? […]
