By Rachel Steward, Acupuncturist. Are you trying to conceive or undergoing fertility treatment? Are you finding it stressful? You are not alone! In this article I will discuss some common experiences and how you can use exercise to build your resilience as you move through your fertility journey. Trying to conceive, whether naturally or with […]
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by Rachel Steward, Acupuncturist Are you undergoing fertility treatment and feeling the stress? You are not alone! After working with women undergoing fertility treatment for over seventeen years I thought I was well aware of how stressful it can be. Every day I talk about, and treat, stress with my patients. However, I recently came
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by Mary Melling. I have been presented with lots of clients sitting before me saying: I feel awful. “I’m exhausted, I’m nauseous at times, I can’t face doing anything, I’ve got continuous aches and pains and I’ve seen my doctor, they’ve done lots of tests and they can’t find anything wrong with me. It makes
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Acupuncture seeks to rebalance the energy pathways of the body – and it is a very logical system – but it works in seemingly mysterious ways! People often wonder why acupuncture treatment is not solely focused on the area of pain or dysfunction: Why are you needling my foot when I have a sore shoulder?
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by Joel Delaney. Chronic conditions certainly can be hard to treat. My hope is that these 5 key points will help you get better clarity around what is working for you and what is not. I believe that this understanding can break a yo yo cycle of symptomatic ups and downs to a ground swell
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A nourishing and healing soup packed with immune boosting ingredients! A simple flu-fighting broth that you can make in less than 30 minutes. INGREDIENTS 3 cups chicken broth 1 chicken breast, organic, grass-fed 2 stalks lemongrass, halved and bruised 4cm (1.5 inch) ginger, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, crushed 3 kaffir lime leaves 1 bunch
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It is common for a newborn baby to be given a health check-up by a paediatrician or GP but how many are checked over by a natural health practitioner with the different diagnostic tools they offer? At Paddington Clinic, we love to look after women who are conceiving, right through their pregnancy and also into
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Having a cesarean is not what many chose to have when they are pregnant. Of course there are some who perceive it as a safer option, others are advised later on in their pregnancy that it is their best option, while for some it is an emergency outcome for them. Whatever the reason, it is
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Vegan and gluten free, this is a quick and easy dinner or lunch idea that simply requires assembly! IngredientsPineapple Salsa 2 cups pineapple 2 tablespoons chopped parsley/cilantro 1/4 cup diced tomatoes 1 avo, cubed 1 tablespoon lime juice sea salt and ground black pepper to taste 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 2-3 teaspoons chopped jalapeño
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Now is the perfect time for making these delicious hot cross buns made from wholemeal spelt, rye, plump raisins, honey, cinnamon and vanilla. Start the recipe the day before you need them and enjoy them warm on Easter morning. WHAT’S GREAT ABOUT THEM? Whole-meal spelt are rye are often tolerated with people who have digestive
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by Rachel Steward, Acupuncturist. Grief can arise from a variety of situations – but one aspect of it never seems to change. It is uncompromising. We are the ones who must bend to the experience. Given that difficult reality I think it is really important to try and support ourselves as much as possible as
Kids love coming home to a snack that is already prepared, and it helps them make better food choices. Not every parent can be home cooking to have a snack read for their kids, which is why most of these ideas are things you can make ahead and have ready at any time. Some of
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This is a family classic that sneaks in the nutrition of seasonal leafy greens — a great meat-free dinner idea. Ingredients 2 onions 6 cloves of garlic olive oil 900g fresh seasonal greens , such as kale, chard, spinach or rocket pinch of nutmeg ½ a lemon 250g dried cannelloni tubes 1 fresh red chilli
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Why are they so healthy? The oats are a nourishing, high fibre, nerve supporting food. The seeds and coconut provide good fats, protein, and energy (of the slow release kind). The cinnamon further stabilises blood sugars. If you use brown rice syrup, they are also fructose friendly. These simple treats will sustain, satisfy and nourish
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Fresh, raw zucchini noodles tossed with basil pesto and cherry tomatoes make a delicious, healthy, veggie-packed meal. Make this recipe for lunch or dinner, or even serve it as a side! Recipe yields 4 generous main dish servings. INGREDIENTS Basil-pumpkin seed pesto ½ small yellow onion, roughly chopped* 1 garlic clove, roughly chopped 2 cups
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This is a healthy, vegetarian take on the loved cottage pie, and also a great weaning recipe to try for your little one. Ingredients 1 medium leek 1 large carrot 1 small onion 1 stick celery olive oil 100 g split pea red lentils 500 ml organic vegetable stock 100 g frozen peas sea salt
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There are many different scales and degrees of anxiety and many different approaches to treatment. In terms of natural approaches, a treatment schedule of acupuncture, herbs, massage and lifestyle changes can be hugely beneficial in reducing the severity of anxiety symptoms, allowing anxiety to be managed in an effective way without the side effects of
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This is a healthy take on banana bread which is comforting and nutritious. Spelt flour and quinoa are easy to digest, full of protein, fibre, B vitamins, iron and magnesium. Nuts and banana help relax the nervous system, improve mood and keep you feeling fuller for longer. Dark chocolate gives a boost of endorphins. INGREDIENTS:
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