Aromatherapy seems to have existed in some form right throughout human history. In prehistoric times juniper berries were used as an antiseptic and a cosmetic – an early plant-based cure-all. They were used to both flavour food and to ward off infection – their qualities harnessed for both health and pleasure. The first aromatherapy related […]
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Pregnancy Massage has been shown to reduce stress and improve general wellbeing in expectant mothers. The holistic capacity of massage – its ability to target both physical and emotional imbalance – makes it an ideal antidote to the stresses and strains of pregnancy. Most therapists will only perform pregnancy massage after the first trimester (i.e.
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Stress is our body’s way of telling us we need to change! And change quickly. We are all familiar with the ‘Flight or Fight’ response. The signal from our brain in response to stress that prepares the body to ‘run for your life or fight for your life’. But what happens when you activate this
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Reading labels is often complicated with long chemical names that are usually incomprehensible. We’ve compiled 5 key ingredients that you should avoid if you are trying to lead a healthier natural lifestyle. Fragrance Companies are not required by law to list the chemical components of their fragrances. And synthetic scents often contain endocrine disruptors. Unless
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A team of scientists at EPFL in Switzerland explored the anti-ageing benefits of pomegranates. As we age our cells struggle to maintain their cellular powerhouses knows as mitochondria. These cells are unable to carry out their vital function and begin to accumulate in cells. The degradation of mitochondria begin to accumulate and is known to
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Making the right food choices in our modern world can be a daunting task. You can make it easier by choosing fresh seasonal whole foods from local and sustainable sources and avoiding processed food as much as possible. Buy fresh food from your local farmer’s market or grow them in your garden. Read labels carefully
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Enhancing Sleep Quality through Santi Meditation Massage Disturbed Sleep: The Santi Solution We’ve all experienced those nights of tossing and turning, desperately trying to find that elusive pathway to a restful slumber. Sleep disruptions can stem from stress, pain, erratic schedules, or hormonal imbalances. The frustration of lying awake, knowing the impact it’ll have on
