Calendula infused oil is one of the most useful ingredients in skin care production. Infused oil is extracted from the petals by soaking them for a fortnight in a pure vegetable oil, such as sunflower or macadamia. Calendula contains natural steroid substances called phytosterols and carotenoids, which make the oil a great regenerating, antiseptic, antimicrobial …
Running is one of the most popular types of exercise in Australia. The reasons for its popularity are simple — it can be done almost anywhere, requires no special equipment, and burns a lot of calories. Running also offers many health benefits such as weight control, decreased blood pressure and cholesterol, and relief from stress. Running really …
With the festive season fast approaching, it is a time for celebration, relaxation and letting your hair down. Unfortunately this period can also take a toll on our bodies in some cases effecting our spine and nervous system. This could be the result of indulging in a little too much alcohol, lugging around those heavy …
It’s that time of the year where we find ourselves rushing around to get everything done, buying presents, getting celebrations organised and setting in place some resolutions for the new year. Sometimes I think to myself: “Is the planet earth spinning faster than before?” Can anyone actually complete everything they need to do in 24 hours. Besides …
With summer upon us, light, fresh healthy meals are often on the agenda on those warm nights. This recipe not only fits the bill for the perfect summer recipe, but it is also super healthy, perfect as a part of any diet and helps to control and maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Ingredients • 2 …
I sat down with our highly sought after Massage Therapist and Kinesiologist Camila Goncalves to find out a little bit more about her and what she does best. What is holisitic kinesiology? Kinesiology is a practice that relies on the philosophy that under the right conditions the body has the ability to heal itself. Kinesiology …
Pins and needles are quite common and most of us would have experienced them at some point. But when they start to occur regularly it can disrupt our daily lives, in particular pins and needles of the hands. Pins and needles of the hands can occur for a range of reasons with some cases developing …
At some point in our lives we’ve all experienced a headache whether it be a dull throbbing pain or something much more intense, even debilitating. For some of us these can be a constant problem, and often the solution we turn to is painkillers. However effective painkillers may be, they are not actually treating the …
Have you been taking over the counter magnesium supplements and find they aren’t doing a thing? Or perhaps you’ve heard of people having adverse reactions to magnesium supplements such as diarrhoea or stomach pain and discomfort. Magnesium is so important as it is required for more than 300 biochemical reactions in the body. It helps …
Due to the nature of the sport, dancers need to have characteristics of an elite athlete such as correct oxygen uptake, technique, muscular strength, flexibility and endurance. Dancers are predisposed to an increased exposure to repetitive, extreme movements and increased force that is mainly applied to the lower extremities and the spine. Unfortunately, dancers also …
Many people associate massages with relaxation which is definitely an important factor, however massage therapy has a wide array of benefits that can vastly improve your quality of life. Medical research has shown that massage is effective in: pain relief, reduced anxiety and depression, reduced blood pressure as well as achieving a healthy heart rate. …
Chiropractors are being asked to assess newborn babies to ease birth trauma. As well as checking children of all ages to help keep their bodies in balance and function as well as possible. Chiropractic care for newborns and children differs significantly from the treatment performed on adults. Infant adjustments are very gentle and typically a …
If you are putting up with unnecessary pain, we can offer you back pain help! Australian’s are living longer than ever before and with that comes an increased want to be healthy, active and capable of getting the most out of those extra years. Unfortunately, back pain is one of the top three causes of …
The better you are at being able perform an exercise safely, the better your results will be, and it will also reduce your risk of an injury. People often wonder about the best technique to exercise, there is no best technique as a specific technique for one person may not be exactly the same for another. However, there …
Do not miss out on these Naturopathy Mini Consults. Have you ever wanted the advice of an expert Sydney Naturopath without the hefty price tag? Well now we’ve made it happen! We have put together 4 amazing packages, jam packed with the tools and knowledge to assist you in looking after yourself and getting yourself …
Autumn is the best time to prepare your body for the winter season. Your GP has probably already encouraged you to get your winter vaccine before flu season hits. For those who don’t know, the flu vaccine contains the strains of the flu which have been predicted by the Department of Communicable Diseases to be …
