Your Nervous System controls everything in your body. Chiropractic helps your Nervous System to function optimally, thats why Chiropractic can be so good for you. Chiropractic.
To truly change ones-self for the better doesn't require effort, it requires acceptance. Counselling.
The term Chiropractic comes from Greek words meaning ‘by hand’. Chiropractic.
Knots, or Trigger Points, are where the muscles become either over lengthened or shortened and are unable to relax. Common causes are poor posture, repetitive activity, emotional factors, and direct injury. Massage Therapy.
Life is not so much about what happens to you but what you do with what happens. Ask Nada our kinesiologist for ways to turn situations around. Kinesiology.
Until you make peace with who you are, you'll never be content with what you have. Counselling.
There are as many as 250 known types of massage and bodywork with new massage modalities emerging every year. Massage Therapy.
Government statistics in Australia indicate that 68% of the adult population has visited a Massage Therapist or a Chiropractor. Massage Therapy.
Low self esteem is like driving with the hand brake on. Ask Nada our kinesiologist for ways to boost your self esteem. Kinesiology.
Not only is your body electrical, its also magnetic; which means that any unresolved emotions stored in your body will attract people and circumstances that reflect this stuck-ness. Neuro Emotional Technique (NET).
Walking is free. Walking is healthy. Walking is anti-inflammatory. Walking calms the mind. Walking increases energy and vitality. Walking gives your complexion a lovely glow. Walking is meditation. Walking improves breathing. Walking is the ultimate holistic exercise. Naturopathy.
Are you getting enough? Fibre that is. Recent research shows that a good intake of soluble fibre can help reduce belly fat. Sources of soluble fibre include vegetables, fruit, beans, oats, and supplements like psyllium husks. Naturopathy.
After your massage session, remember to drink plenty of water and have a hot bath or shower to help minimise muscle soreness. Massage Therapy.
Need help in learning how to say no? Ask Nada our kinesiologist for ways to say no with confidence. Kinesiology.
A persons subjective reality is their fundamental truth. Difficult and uncomfortable memories stored in ones body can affect a persons subjective reality. Release these memories and you change your reality. Neuro Emotional Technique (NET).
Having trouble sleeping at night? Try turning off all technology by 9pm (tv, phone, computer), use candles instead of bright lights at night, a good strong cup of chamomile tea and a couple of drops of lavender essential oil on your pillow. If you wake up during the night with racing thoughts, then the Bach Flower Essence, White Chestnut, may help. If this doesn't work, then visit me in the clinic to get a custom blended herbal sleep mix that can really help you snooze through the night. Naturopathy.
Massage is no longer seen to be a luxury, it has proven health benefits including stress reduction, lowering blood pressure and increased flexibility. Massage Therapy.
Does your self talk sound like a cheer squad or drill sergeant? Ask Nada our kinesiologist for ways to get on your own side. Kinesiology.
Drinking water after a massage is very beneficial for your body. Massage releases toxins in the muscles and water helps to flush these toxins out. It also assists to reduce post-massage muscle soreness. Massage Therapy.
Balance is essential in life. Chiropractic keeps your body balanced. Chiropractic.
People on low fat diets may be deficient in the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K, and may benefit from supplementation. Naturopathy.
Parenting can be like looking in a mirror. Children can reflect the issues we face as adults. It seems the best way to improve ones parenting is to resolve one own past. NET.
A mild deficiency of thiamin (vitamin B1) can cause sugar cravings. Ask our Naturopath more about B1. Naturopathy.
Here is a Scar Therapy article by our Acupuncturist, Jeremy. Includes a home test to see if you could benefit. More...
It is thought that by massaging and gently pulling on the outer earlobes of your ears once per day increases your immune system and protects your organs and tissues. Massage Therapy.
Prenatal massage can help to reduce swelling, back pain, and stress, as well as to improve circulation and sleep. Massage Therapy.
Bob Hope lived to be 100 years young and is believed to have had therapeutic massage daily as part of his healthy regime. Massage Therapy.
Vitamin B6 plays a role in balancing sex hormones and is useful for premenstrual symptoms. Naturopathy.
Vitamin B12 is crucial for nervous system health and can help improve mood and increase energy. Naturopathy.
Does period pain interfere with your daily activities? Don’t accept this as a normal aspect of menstruation. Acupuncture helps relieve symptoms and the underlying cause. Acupuncture.
Applying heat is usually helpful for muscle pains and spasms. If, however, it make the symptoms worse, that is an indicator that there is some inflammation and heat should be avoided until the inflammation reduces. Chiropractic.
Your thoughts release chemicals that make your emotions. Ask Nada our kinesiologist for ways release negative thinking. Kinesiology.
Personality could be described as the result of "an adjustment a child makes in themselves to ensure acceptance from parental figures". As adults, Growth involves letting go of these adjustments and accepting self. Psychotherapy.
Massage is beneficial for all - infants, children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly. Massage Therapy.
When using ice to reduce inflammation or treat an injury, place it on for 15min (max 20min) then leave it off for 30min before repeating the process. Otherwise you could cause more damage. Chiropractic.
A one hour massage equates to 7-8 hours sleep on the body. Massage Therapy.
Our bodies are made up of 45-60% water, muscle is made up of 80% water. So if you have a lower fat percentage you have a higher overall water percentage. Encompass Health Centre.
Natural, organic growth occurs when a person abandons, at least for the moment, what he or she would like to become and attempts to be what he or she is. NET Counselling.
Drinking water will give you more energy, as being hydrated will improve the ability of your blood to transport oxygen to your muscles. Encompass Health Centre.
Massage has been around for thousands of years, and is considered to be one of the oldest and simplest forms of healthcare. Massage Therapy.
Scars can block flow of Qi/Blood, constrict muscle fascia and look unsightly. Acupuncture can promote healing, remove blockage and improve appearance of scars. Acupuncture.
Mandarin peel a perfect seasonal winter food. Clears mucus & wards off colds with anti-bacterial/fungal/viral properties. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
Your feelings work like your own GPS. How good are you at following its directions? Talk to Nada, our kinesiologist, for ways to set your GPS toward your best life. Kinesiology.
Did you know that counselling and meditation both achieve the same things? They both create a more mindful and present person. Counselling.
Over-indulged? A cup of green and peppermint tea can settle your digestion. Naturopathy.
Keep your lower back warm and covered in winter. Cold can stagnate in the muscles causing acute spasm. Acupuncture and Moxa can help to release and warm the muscles. Acupuncture.
Fresh ginger tea can strengthen immunity, relieve stress, reduce inflammation, boost circulation and relieve menstrual cramps. Naturopathy.
There are over 640 muscles in the human body. Massage Therapy.
Vitamin D deficiency is linked to depression, poor immunity, low bone density, heart disease. Salmon, tuna and eggs are good sources of D. Naturopathy.
Signs your kidney meridian is out of balance - Fluid retention, knee problems, lethargy, fear, lack of willpower. Ask our kinesiologist for ways to strengthen your kidney meridian. Kinesiology.
Magnesium supplementation may assist in conditions that involve stress, fatigue, blood sugar irregularities and muscular tension. Naturopathy.
Did you know that it's much more effective to sit with and feel difficult emotions that it is to wonder how to fix them? Try it and see. Neuro Emotional Technique.
Applying heat is usually helpful for muscle pains and spasms. If, however, it make the symptoms worse, that is an indicator that there is some inflammation and heat should be avoided until the inflammation reduces. Chiropractic.
When using ice to reduce inflammation or treat an injury, place it on for 15min (max 20min) then leave it off for 30min before repeating the process. Otherwise you could cause more damage. Chiropractic.
Inflammation can cause obesity, heart disease and arthritis. Eat anti-inflammatory foods such as blueberries, salmon, ginger, flaxseeds. Naturopathy.
Our bodies are made up of 45-60% water, Muscle is made up of 80% water. So if you have a lower fat percentage you have a higher overall water percentage. Encompass Health.
There are approximately 5 million touch receptors in our skin - a single fingertip contains 3,000. Massage Therapy.
Signs your stomach meridian is out of balance; poor or voracious appetite, nausea, belching, emotional insecurity and worry. Ask our kinesiologist for ways to strengthen your stomach meridian. Kinesiology.
Not all probiotics are created equal. Different strains are better for certain health conditions, seek advice for what is best for you. Naturopathy.
Drinking water will give you more energy, as being hydrated will improve the ability of your blood to transport oxygen to your muscles. Encompass.
Did you know that the body doesn’t discriminate between a BIG stress or a little one. Each daily stressor initiates over 1000 biochemical events in your body, and the stressor memory becomes imprinted in your cells. Over a lifetime, this is alot of stress to carry. NET helps release these memories quickly and easily. Neuro Emotional Technique.
Scientists incubate cold viruses, placed directly on the lining of the nose, subjects came down with colds only 12% of the time. Healthy? Encompass.
Signs your Bladder meridian is out of balance - tight back and hips, poor circulation, tired at 3-5pm, jealousy, fear. Ask our kinesiologist for ways to strengthen your bladder meridian. Kinesiology.
Touch can reduce the heart rate and lower blood pressure. Massage Therapy.
Have a look at how NET is helping people heal conditions that up until now, surgery or life long medication would have been required. Neuro Emotional Technique.
Everything you need to heal can be found within nature, and ourselves. Naturopathy.
Recurring unwanted patterns, such as not getting what we need from others, are caused by deeply held emotions and beliefs. NET can help to release these patterns quickly and effortlessly. Neuro Emotional Technique.
Vitamin B6 is needed for the synthesis of the feel-good nerve transmitter, serotonin. Naturopathy.
Massage is excellent when used in conjunction with physiotherapy, osteopathy and chiropractic techniques as it can help to improve their effectiveness. Massage Therapy.
Not all probiotics are the same. Different strains of probiotics specific for different areas of health. Naturopathic advice to choose the right one. Naturopathy.
Massage can help to relax the mind as well as the body by releasing endorphins - the happy hormone. Massage Therapy.
Knee pain and swelling, with no obvious injury, can usually be helped with Chiropractic treatment. Chiropractic.
Signs your kidney meridian is out of balance. Symptoms include fluid retention, dark circles under eyes, lower back pain, tired between 5-7pm, panic attacks, lack of willpower. Ask our kinesiologist for ways to strengthen your kidney meridian. Kinesiology.
Emotions and beliefs from our parents are transferred unconsciously, generation through generation. The same traumas our grandparents experienced in the past often run through our bodies today. NET can quickly and easily free you from the difficult patterns of the past. Neuro Emotional Technique.
Stressed? Set aside a day to have a mini-retreat at home. Enjoy yoga, massage, vege juices, herbal teas, vegetarian food & positive thinking. Naturopathy.
Stretching both before and after exercise can help in many cases of knee, hip and/or lower back pain. Chiropractic.
Within your massage session, expect your therapist to consider your body as a whole to ascertain the cause of your pain and tightness, and not just the problematic area itself. Massage Therapy.
Improving the setup of your computer, desk and chair can go a long way in helping many cases of neck and shoulder pain and stiffness. Chiropractic.
Signs your Gall Bladder meridian may be out of balance - bitter taste in mouth, stiff shoulders and neck, difficulty digesting fatty foods, jealousy and resentment and indecision. Ask our kinesiologist for ways to restore balance to your gall bladder meridian. Kinesiology.
During our 1st 18 months, we have no recall or cognitive memory, only emotional memories. Emotional memories result in early feelings becoming ingrained in the brain circuitry, which significantly shapes adult behaviour. NET can help access these memories and release them, even though theres no cognitive memory of what they were. Neuro Emotional Technique.
Folate is best taken with food and other B-complex vitamins and is important for cardiovascular and nervous system health. Nutrition.
Many body aches and pains can easily be improved on by balancing the structure of the body, with simple Chiropractic treatments. Even long-standing issues. Chiropractic.
Deep tissue massage techniques can assist in healing any stress-related injuries due to physical activity. Massage Therapy.
Touch is the first sense to develop in humans, and may be the last to fade. Massage Therapy.
Signs your liver meridian may need balancing: Migraines, bloating, weak vision, irritability, anger, waking between 1-3am. See a Kinesiologist for ways to strengthen your liver meridian. Kinesiology.
Vitamin A, found in fish and dairy products, plays a role in the body’s immune response and helps it to fight viral, bacterial and parasitic infections. Naturopathy.
Unresolved emotional patterns can be passed down from generation to generation. Often these unresolved emotions cause psychosomatic issues (as simple as head aches or anxiety) several generations down the line. NET can help clear these generational patterns quickly and easily. Neuro Emotional Technique.
A low-GI (low sugar) diet is one of the most effective measures against acne.Try reducing sugar in all forms for two weeks to see the difference. Naturopathy
There are approximately 5 million touch receptors in our skin-- 3,000 in a finger tip. Massage Therapy
Lost your mojo? Your meridians (the pathways that move energy around your body) may be blocked. Kinesiology works to restore this flow. Kinesiology
Chiropractic is the largest, most regulated, and best recognized of the complementary andalternative medicine (CAM) professions. It is the third largest doctoral-level health careprofession after medicine and dentistry. Chiropractic
Massage is not only useful for relxation purposes. It can help to flush out toxins and to assist in avoiding any potential injuries. Massage Therapy
Most cases of back pain are mechanical or non-organic- meaning they are not caused by serious conditions, such as inflammatory arthritis, infection, fracture or cancer. Chiropractic.
A symptom is a message from your body telling you what it needs. How good are you at reading those messages? Kinesiology can help you understand what your body is saying.
Scientists have now discovered that the heart possesses its own intrinsic nervous system - a network of over 40000 neurons so functionally sophisticated these scientists now refer to the heart as the "heart brain."
Stop. Close your eyes. Breathe in slowly and think calm. Breathe out slowly and think relax. Repeat 5 times. Feeling better now?
Massage before an athletic event, makes the athlete more flexible, enhanced speed and power, and less prone to injury.
Touch stimulates the release of endorphins, which is the body's natural pain killer.
Back pain is one of the most common reasons for missed work. In fact, back pain is the second most common reason for visits to the doctor's office, outnumbered only by upper-respiratory infections.
Your mother was right! Need to calm down or think clearly? Placing your hand on your forehead will activate powerful stress release points.
Did you know that your organs are like magnets for emotions? Organs attract difficult emotions and store them within the organ's cells, which then locks these emotions within the body. NET can clear them easily and without pain.
I'm substituting my coffee with Dandelion root beverage - a liver and digestive tonic. Yummy with almond or soy milk.
No matter how crooked your body is, your neck will always keep your head level. This is why so many problems appear to come from the neck.
Muscles in the human body make up about half of our body weight.
There are 54 bones in your hands including the wrists. There a 56 bones in your feet.
Feeling anxious? Remember to breathe! Shallow breathing can contribute to feelings of anxiety. However many seconds it takes to breathe in fully, breathe out for 2 good, full, slow seconds longer until you feel more calm.
Did you know that the heart actually sends more mood influencing signals to the brain than the brain sends to the heart?
Are we really governed by our brains then?
A mild deficiency of vitamin B1 may lead to sugar cravings & poor concentration. Familiar? B1 is in Vegemite, potato, peas & whole grains.
Linseeds, AKA Flaxseeds. A great source of fibre and Omega 3. Yummy with yoghurt or muesli. Be sure to grind them to release the goodness!
If the amount of water in your body is reduced by just 1%, you’ll feel thirsty.
The width of your armspan stretched out is the length of your whole body.
The muscle that lets your eye blink is the fastest muscle in your body. It allows you to blink 5 times a second. Wink!
The liver is our most complex organ with over 500 functions in the body. Look after it. Reduce chemicals via food, plastics, skin, drugs, air.
Here's something to think about... Is life a dilemma to be lived, or a problem to be solved?
FAST FACT: Your body gives off enough heat in 30 minutes to bring over two litres of water to a boil.
Have you heard of Prehabilitation? If you are exercising regularly take action to prevent injuries occuring by booking in for a monthly Prehabilitation session. It will save you money and time off training in the long run. As some wise Chinese sage once said: "There is no use in digging a well once one is thirsty, or forging weapons in the event of war".
FACT: The human head contains 23 bones.
Chamomile Tea. It's so under-rated. Reduces pain, calms nerves, improves digestion, relaxes muscles - the perfect tonic for modern living.
“Leave all the afternoon for exercise and recreation, which are as necessary as reading.
I will rather say more necessary because health is worth more than learning.”
Thomas Jefferson
"Life expectancy would grow by leaps and bounds if green vegetables smelled as good as bacon."
~Doug Larson
“Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death”
Albert Einstein.
"A person's health can be judged by which they take two at a time -- pills or stairs."
Joan Welsh
“Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being,
and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity”
“Nothing will benefit human health and increase the chances for survival of life on Earth
as much as the evolution to a vegetarian diet.” Albert Einstein.
"The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will instruct his patient
in the care of the human frame, in diet and in the cause and prevention of disease".
Thomas Edison.
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