Spider Phobia Did you know that only a very small number of the larger species of British spiders have fangs even capable of penetrating human skin according to the British Arachnologial Society? So why are some humans so afraid of spiders and more importantly what...
Spring energy and exercise according to Chinese Medicine According to the ancient writings on Chinese Medicine we should adjust our lifestyle and live in harmony with the seasons in order to stay healthy… One of the oldest texts, The Yellow Emperor’s Classic of...
Does Mindfulness Meditation really help reduce stress? “Yes!” says Amanda who was signed off work with stress last year, and has transformed her approach to stress through treatment from her Doctor alongside regular mindfulness workshops and a 5-week mindfulness...
Even the first session of acupuncture can be relaxing When people come for acupuncture for the first time, they are often surprised at how relaxed they feel when they are having treatment. “I feel like that feeling that you get when you have been on holiday for a few...
Becoming Stressed When we become stressed or under pressure the brain sends out a signal to your adrenal gland to produce adrenalin and cortisol. Adrenalin is secreted into the blood stream to trigger your heart rate and lung capacity to increase and to work in...
Quick update about our trip to India We made it to the airport in plenty of time to catch out flight to India – in fact we were able to do a bit of shopping! Very Christmassy here still and feels a little odd to be leaving on Boxing Day when we are usually...
