Both shingles and Bell’s palsy tend to resolve on their own over time. But, with treatment the process can be sped up. More importantly, for both of these conditions there is a small percent of the population that has ongoing neurological issues. And that is something you want to avoid. How can acupuncture and Chinese medicine help?
Read MoreWe celebrate the Lunar New Year on February 10, 2024, welcoming the Wood Dragon, the Chinese zodiac 2024 celestial guide. Its mystical influence reigns until January 29, 2025. The highly revered Dragon is the only mythological creature in the Eastern zodiac, rather than an actual animal. And when it commands the calendar once every 12 years, we can access all of Puff’s legendary magic and then some. So what is in store for us…
Read MoreSummer in Brisbane is in full swing. While that can mean swimming, beaches and mangoes, from a clinical perspective, I notice a shift in the symptoms that patients describe when heat and humidity ramp up.
They report seemingly mysterious fevers, headaches, nausea, diarrhoea, sweating, dizziness and a heaviness of the head (or the whole body). Some also have respiratory symptoms that seem like a cold or the flu, and many say that their symptoms occur randomly and are unexpected.
So what can you do naturally to help reduce the effects of the extreme weather on your body?
Read MoreFluid retention is also called oedema or water retention. It occurs when parts of the body swell due to a build-up of trapped fluid. The fluid gets trapped and makes the area swollen or puffy. Fluid retention is most common in your ankles and feet however you can also get it in your face and hands as well. Many factors could contribute to water retention. Though medical treatments may be necessary depending on the cause, several simple dietary and lifestyle changes may help reduce water retention and promote fluid balance. Read more …
Read MoreWe all know the popular mantra for losing weight and looking better. Diet and exercise, eat less and move more. But what if there was a different way? What if we focused our energy on gaining health instead of losing weight? Could that be the key to achieving our fitness goals and feeling better about ourselves? Let’s examine how focusing on health can help you reach your goals.
Read MoreAt this time of year when the weather turns cold, it is time to think about improving your immune system. There are so many simple things you can do to boost your body’s immunity so that it can just brush off colds and flu. I love porridge oats, not only for their fabulous flavour, but for the health benefits they can bring. Did you know that oats contain beta-glucan, a fantastic fibre that gives your immune system that much-needed boost? Here’s a great immune-boosting porridge recipe.
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