Every winter many of us feel the hit and effects of the flu but not all actually know what flu influenza is. The Flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infects the nose, throat and sometimes in the lungs. The virus is inhaled or transmitted usually via your fingers, to the …
If you’ve had to temporarily say goodbye to your regular workout routines with your personal trainer or your sports teams, staying fit and maintaining a regular exercise routine may have become a lot harder. It’s important to keep your body moving and regulated, especially when stuck indoors most of the day, which is why we …
Omega 3s Fatty Acids are a crucial part of a healthy diet. These essential fats are especially important for children and can play a key role in the growth and development of their brains and body and are also linked to numerous health benefits. Some Might Ask, What Are Omega 3s? Omega 3s are fatty …
This summer has been a difficult time for us in Australia as we not only feel the environment effects on our ecosystems, but also the health impacts on our bodies too. Smoke, poor air quality and the spread of viruses in turn has put extra strain on our bodies, particularly our immune systems. Our immune …
Weight loss and gain is a balancing act between energy consumed by the body and energy expenditure. Exercise is the most variable factor in human energy expenditure in that this is what we have control over most. While we are exercising we are expending energy, however what is less known is that following a bout …
There are an abundant amount of reasons why we need water. One of the main being it’s the core of our life resource as it makes up about 50-80% of our lean body mass. As well as helping to maintain the balance of essential minerals, our bodies needs adequate water to help with its everyday …
Maintaining Your New Year resolution… Eep! At the start of the year we feel motivated to create a list of New Year resolutions with a kick starting “new year, new me” attitude. From cutting out our favourite sugary treats to joining a gym, we’ve all made promises to ourselves we just didn’t have enough motivation …
As we spring into the warmer months when we’re starting to un-rug from under a warm blanket, doing exercise and keeping in shape may be starting to itch at the back of our mind. And let’s be honest, even though it’s getting warmer it’s still only a small group of us who really enjoy going …
Are you looking for a way to stop your cold and flu in its tracks, we are here to help you with Metagenics Meta Zinc and Vitamin C. Here at Back to Basics Chiropractic we stock a range of practitioner grade supplements. These are beneficial for our patients. Our Meta Zinc and Vitamin C powder …
BIOCOMPATIBILITY HAIR TESTING IN BEXLEY CLINIC We’re now offering Hair Testing in Bexley. How a simple hair test can change your life… Do you suffer from any of these problems? Hayfever or Sinusitis Headaches or migraines Chronic fatigue Bloating or reflux Rashes & itchy skin Asthma Sore joints, arthritis Irritable Bowel Syndrome Find out what …
Here at Back to Basics Chiropractic we understand how the busy hustle and bustle of the festive season can be, which is we have a range of suggestions to help you stress less. Did you know… It’s been suggested by research that almost 80% of illnesses are related to stress. Or that stress leads to …
Have you been having poor sleep? Did you know having poor sleeping patterns or not getting a proper sleep can seriously effect your health? It has the ability to effect your mood, concentration and your memory. This has the potentially to really effect your life. Sleep deprivation can impair you in many ways. Here at …
With our busy schedules, fatigue becomes a prominent part at some point of our lives. A lack of energy can affect our lifestyle and everyday activities. It may even stop us from seizing the day! Feeling constantly tired, lethargic or lacking energy are often signs of an underlying problem such as insomnia, poor nutrition, stress …
Seasonal allergic rhinitis is the medical name for Hay fever. It’s caused by pollen’s from flowering trees, weeds and grasses irritating the nasal passages of susceptible people. Major symptoms are sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, ears, roof of the mouth or skin and even draining fatigue. Due to the severity of the symptoms, some first-time …
Tips and tricks this winter to fight your cold & flu, from our Naturopath Diana Robson to beat this prime cold and flu season. Winter Wellness- Here are some of the best ways to fight the winter blues! Fight Your Cold & Flu: 6 Simple Steps to Boost Your Immunity: The change of season …
Where can we find omega 3? Due to its great benefits omega 3 is now being added to a lot of products. However, it is found naturally in oily fish (such as salmon and tuna) and certain types of vegetables, oils, nuts and seeds. Why are omega 3 fats important? Omega 3 fats are extremely …
