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Dry Needling

Dry Needling plus is an approach to  musculoskeletal dry needling that does not emphasise (though does not exclude) the location and treatment of trigger points in the intramuscular tissue. It is a fusion of traditional meridian therapy and a variety of needling techniques      applied based on a system of light         palpation,    tissue sensitivity and       movement […]

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Chronic Pain & Nerve Pain

Chronic pain & Nerve Pain Triggers may Include Emotional & Physical Trauma (injury), Painkillers,  Poor  or Insufficient sleep- Leading to excess caffeine and sugar consumption and  Adrenal fatigue, Magnesium deficiency, Leaky Gut. Where to get help Chiropractic Adjustments: Studies shown patients with neck pain who used a chiropractor were more than twice as likely to […]

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Why Does Our Hair Turn Grey?

Why does our hair turn  Grey, & what can we do to prevent it? Every hair primarily starts off as white.  It is then coloured by a natural pigment called melanin. As it grows, the cells that produce melanin transfer the melanin to each Individual hair follicle, colouring each strand of hair. As we age, […]

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Biggest Health Mistake of the 20th Century

Biggest public health mistake of the 20th Century? Cover up, avoid the sun & wear sunscreen when outdoors The recommendation given in recent years to avoid sun exposure and always use sunblock when outdoors may be the greatest public health mistake of the 20th century. Previous research has discovered vitamin D may prevent 30 deaths […]

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Are you Sleep Deprived? Find out with this simple test!

Are you Sleep Deprived? Find out with this simple test Kleitman’s Sleep Onset Latency Test This test is based on solid science!  How it works: In the early afternoon, grab a spoon and a metal tray and go to a darkened bedroom to take a nap. Place a metal tray on the floor beside your […]

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Stretch Marks

Stretch Marks Stria or Striae Gravidarium Stretch marks are caused by the sudden stretching of the dermal layer of the skin, like during         pregnancy. They are usually seen in regions of the body, susceptible to rapid increase in girth Red stretch marks (striae rubra) form because of the stretching of the dermal layer of the […]

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Winter Warming Foods

Best Winter Warming foods  for digestion & immunity Butter and ghee: Provide a steady burn of energy to keep us warm. Raw honey: heating and drying effect, which can clear mucus brought on by a cold or flu. Ginger: keeps the immune system healthy and wards off infections. Oatmeal: Find a certified gluten-free variety or […]

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Minestrone Soup

Minestrone Soup Serves 8 Winter is coming and that means soup time!!!! Hearty, nutritious, minestrone soup is a tasty crowd-pleaser. Easy way for the children to eat vegetables without them knowing. Use substitutions such as spelt or vegetable pasta options or gluten free. Use organic produce where possible. Ingredients 1 clove of garlic 1 red […]

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Chillies for Gut Inflammation

Chillies for Gut Inflammation Inflammatory bowel disease affects approximately 1 in 250   people aged 5-40. Almost 75,000 Australians have Crohn’s  disease or ulcerative colitis, with this number projected to increase to 100,000 by 2022 Capsaicin, commonly found in hot chilies, triggers a chemical cascade that ironically calms the inflammatory response in your gut You may […]

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Reasons to Avoid Magnesium Deficiency

Very little Magnesium actually resides in the blood, so there’s no accurate blood test for measuring levels. Key reasons to avoid Magnesium deficiency Fourth most abundant mineral in your body Exists in over 300 different bodily enzymes Is found primarily in your bones (half of your total body magnesium) Plays a role in your body’s […]

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