Acupuncture is an integral part of the rapid growth of complementary therapy. With an increasing number of people seeking acupuncture treatment it is important for patients and healthcare professionals to understand the difference between the two styles most commonly on offer. Acupuncture as practised by members of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) is an holistic …
In a typical craniosacral session You will usually lie (or sometimes sit) fully-clothed on a treatment couch. The therapist will make contact by placing their hands lightly on your body and tuning in to what is happening by ‘listening’ with their hands. Contact is made carefully so that you will feel at ease with what …
Our ancestors, by trial and error, found the most effective local plants to heal their illnesses. Now, with the advancement of science enabling us to identify the chemical constituents within these plants, we can better understand their healing powers. Herbalism, in this country is now classed as an “alternative” or “complementary” discipline but it is …
Homeopathy is a gentle, holistic system of healing, suitable for everyone, young and old. Homeopathy focuses on you as an individual, concentrating on treating your specific physical and emotional symptoms, to give long lasting benefits. The therapy is based on the theory of treating “like with like”. Homeopathic remedies are highly diluted natural substances that …
Homeopathy is a gentle, holistic system of healing, suitable for everyone, young and old. Homeopathy focuses on you as an individual, concentrating on treating your specific physical and emotional symptoms, to give long lasting benefits. The therapy is based on the theory of treating “like with like”. Homeopathic remedies are highly diluted natural substances that …
Osteopathy is a way of detecting and treating damaged parts of the body such as muscles, ligaments, nerves and joints. When the body is balanced and efficient, just like a well tuned engine, it will function with the minimum of wear and tear, leaving more energy for living. What do osteopaths treat? Osteopaths treat a …
You are exposed every single day to numerous toxins which your body has to process and get rid of in order to maintain it’s normal functions. However, when the toxic load becomes greater than you are able to cope with, toxins accumulate in your organs and body tissues which may eventually lead to a deterioration …
The daily practise of relaxation and meditation has many positive benefits for your body, mind and feeling of well-being. It switches off the stress response and helps to engage the “rest and digest” side of your autonomic nervous system. In turn, this optimises your digestion, lowers blood pressure and helps your body to eliminate toxins …
Are you getting enough from your diet? A diet which is rich in organic vegetables and fruits, wholegrain products and good quality proteins should provide all of the vitamins and minerals you need. However, it is worth bearing in mind that much of your food is processed or grown on land which is itself poor …
What are Vitamins? Vitamins are biologically active organic compounds, found in the food we eat. With very few exceptions, the body cannot manufacture or synthesise vitamins. These nutrients are supplied in the diet or as dietary supplements, and they are essential to the normal functioning of our body. They are necessary for our growth, vitality, …
