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May 15, 2019

5 Common Benefits of Mindfulness

What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations used in the modern world as a relaxing technique. So basically “Mindfulness is the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us.” When we meditate, it doesn’t help us to fi

Mar 7, 2019

Six ways to clear your mind for restful sleep

Do you feel like your brain is always thinking about something just as you get into bed? Many people have difficulty sleeping due to racing thoughts or worries. If you have a busy routine or are a worrier by nature, sleep may not always come easily to you. Rest is fundamental for a healthy mind and body. But regardless of how tired we are, sleeping well is not always possible. If stressful thoughts plague your mind or if you’re always preoccupied with the future, it’s hard to

Feb 14, 2019

9 ways Love can improve your health

Love finds its way into our lives in many different ways: the love between friends, spouses, partners, relatives, and even love for our pets can be amazingly fulfilling. But, did you know that love can actually improve your health? It’s true—research shows that love can help us on the journey to health and happiness. In fact, if you’re in a relationship, Valentine’s Day may be one of the healthiest days of the year — despite the champagne and chocolates. That’s because love c

Nov 29, 2018

Body Confidence

“Take care of your body, it’s the only place you have to live” – Jim Rohn Pounding the treadmill, sweating through a spin class, following the latest fad diet, or forever counting calories. Days of ‘being good’ or ‘being bad’ as we try to find ‘thinspiration’ – does this all sound familiar? When you have literally been fighting your body, starving yourself into that little black dress, or bingeing on ice cream because you didn’t like what the scales told you, is it really pos

Nov 15, 2018

Go with the Flow

I have heard a familiar phrase from many of my clients (and I have been guilty of this myself) over the years: “I don’t have time to do anything for myself.” Of course, at some point, we have all felt as if we don’t have time to … exercise, meditate, read a book, go for a walk, visit a friend. And many days it’s true: we don’t have time to fit in a time-consuming, self-care practice. The run-up to Christmas only makes this worse as we have extra demands on our time and resour

Oct 4, 2018

Fit for Life

Keeping yourself fit for everyday life can affect the way you look and feel, and of course, how long you live, so I want to get to the heart of things. Looking after your heart and the cardiovascular system that supports it is essential for anyone who wants to live a long and healthy life. Taking regular exercise, eating a healthy diet, reducing stress and taking heart-boosting supplements will make a significant impact on your overall health and well-being. Your cardiovascul

Aug 16, 2018

Balancing work and relaxation

These days everybody works longer hours and crams in twice as much work, so it seems like finding the right balance between work and relaxation can be a challenge. Finding a balance between work and relaxation is essential to maintain a healthy and happy life. Just by knowing when to take a break from work and how to spend your downtime – without feeling guilty about not doing anything, can do wonders in giving your life balance and energy. Rest and relaxation are valuable to

Aug 9, 2018

Lazy Days of Summer: Self-care tips

There is a special day you can celebrate without getting up from the sofa. Lazy Day (10th August) is an ideal excuse to take a break and enjoy some precious “me” time, without feeling guilty about it. It’s your chance to stop running around doing chores and organising activities for the kids. Sit down and relax, or go back to bed for a nap. You could even mark the occasion by pampering yourself with a massage treatment or Reflexology– if getting there doesn’t seem too much li

May 3, 2018

5 Tips for achieving your health goals

I’m here to support your wellness journey every step of the way, whether that’s reading my Health blogs, booking an appointment or signing up for my 7 Day better Sleep challenge. Being fit, healthy and happy can mean different things to different people, and therefore your health goals can also differ widely. The top 8 health goals shared by the Prevention community are: Age Gracefully Get stronger and fitter Walk more Lose weight Eat well Prevent disease and injury Complete

Apr 19, 2018

Reflexology and Healthy Ageing

You might be wondering why I want to talk about healthy ageing. Well, the number of people reaching the age of 100 or older has increased by 73% in the last decade. Better healthcare has resulted in a world population that is living longer, but not necessarily healthier. As we age, we often think inevitable aches and pains are part of growing old, but it doesn’t have to be this way. As therapist’s, we see older clients in our practices, and as 1 in 5 is expected to hit their

Apr 12, 2018

Brain Boosting Formula

I believe there is a body-mind connection, and you need to treat your whole body (holistically) if you want to boost your brain and improve your mental and physical well-being. Most people think that once a brain cell has died, it’s gone forever, but the good news is, scientists in the US have proven that brain cells can be regenerated. Just like our muscles, the brain needs regular use to keep it functioning at an optimal level; so, Use it, or Lose it! Temporary memory loss

Feb 15, 2018

Love your Gut for good Health

There is a real mind-body connection when it comes to our health and the gut is no different. When they say ‘trust your gut’, it’s because our gut acts as a second brain, and can provide very useful information if we take the time to tune in and listen to what it has to say. If it's out of balance, you may feel anxious, depressed or tired. You may also suffer with memory problems, or brain fog. We are what we eat – and we need to fuel our bodies carefully for optimum health a

Feb 8, 2018

A healthy dose of Self-Love

No matter what we choose to do with our lives, I think we can all learn to love ourselves a little bit more. I don’t mean in an egotistical or vain way, or even that selfies rule! Self-love is all about being supportive and kind to ourselves, feeling like we are valued, that we are nice people and we give ourselves the time, care and love we deserve. As busy people with family’s, jobs, homes, hobbies and friends in our lives, we can find it difficult to find some ‘me time’. S

Jan 3, 2018

The benefits of getting enough sleep

We all love to sleep, right? There’s nothing nicer than climbing into bed, snuggling under the duvet and drifting off into a peaceful sleep. And, did you know that January 3rd is Festival of Sleep day? A perfect opportunity to celebrate the magic of a good nap, or the refreshing feeling of a good night’s sleep. And if you needed any more incentive to grab a cheeky nap, or an early night, there are some healthy benefits to grabbing that late morning lie in … The benefits of ge

Sep 21, 2017

10 reasons to invest in your health

When we are young, it is easier to get by with a little sleep, too much bad food and very little exercise. As we get older, it gets harder for our bodies to bounce back. Having a lifestyle that is full of activity and a healthy diet has a huge impact on our mental and physical health, so here are 10 smart reasons to invest in your health now. 1. Live longer – we expect to live forever as kids but as we get older, the impact of our chosen lifestyles can affect our longe

Jan 16, 2017

7 Top tips for a Healthier Mind

How you can achieve a healthier mind in 7 simple stages? Physicians as far back as the ancient Greeks have understood the important link between our mental health and our physical health, and vice versa, but how much time do we actually spend thinking about our brain health versus how toned our thighs are? Your brain is the most valuable asset that you will ever possess, and our increasing understanding of the importance of a ‘sound mind in a sound body’ is pushing mental hea

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