As winter settles in Down Under, it is a timely reminder for us to remember to take care of ourselves – especially our lung health. The lungs are central to your wellbeing and ensuring that you take in fresh, clean air to circulate through your body. Breathing is the most natural action for your body … Continue reading Your lung health in winter
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Remember rosemary for memory
In Act IV Scene V of Shakespeare’s play Hamlet, Ophelia turns to Laertes and says; “There’s rosemary, that’s for remembrance; pray, love, remember”. As far back in history as you can remember, Rosemary has been often used as a plant to help improve the memory. For decades, scientists have been studying the magical power that … Continue reading Remember rosemary for memory
The art of winefulness
Mindfulness can be engaged in almost all activities when you think about it. Whether you enjoy a cup of tea or a glass of wine, you can apply the principles of mindfulness and being present in the moment. In fact, there is no right or wrong way to enjoy wine. You don’t even have to … Continue reading The art of winefulness
Easter around the world
In Australia we celebrate Easter with the traditional hot cross bun like the United Kingdom. However, the death and rising of Jesus Christ is celebrated around the world differently. This week I would like to share a few different traditional easter dishes I discovered from other countries. Here are just six countries and their traditional … Continue reading Easter around the world
Food journal and planning
Over the past couple of months, we have looked at how eating mindfully not only helps you plan your meals but contributes to improving your health and wellbeing. As you have worked through your food journal aligned with the mindful eating blog series, you may have noticed some trends to your eating habits. Such as … Continue reading Food journal and planning
Mindful eating meditation
Over the past few weeks we have explored how mindful eating can lead to improved health and wellbeing as well as the best foods to introduce into your diet – if not already. The purpose of this meditation is to help you increase your appreciation of the food you consume and to bring you from … Continue reading Mindful eating meditation
Five natural herb remedies
Staying health naturally is easier than you might think because you are surrounded with natural products you may not have previously considered. The spices hanging around in your kitchen pantry are not just used for flavouring your favourite dishes, they are also good to protect you from illness and bacteria. With all these herbs readily … Continue reading Five natural herb remedies
Cleanse and detox naturally
The process of cleansing is about taking time out for rest to restore your body to a relaxed state. However, detoxing the body means to flush out toxicity and restore you to a natural balanced, healthy state. Both are beneficial to reducing the toxicity in your life and important in your healing cycle. While the … Continue reading Cleanse and detox naturally
The gut brain connection to mood
Your digestive system works at its best when you are in a relaxed state. As you are aware, when you are in a stressed state your digestive system shuts down in order to prepare you deal with that stressful event. The head brain and gut brain communicate with each other to regulate your mental and … Continue reading The gut brain connection to mood
Pain Relief – Naturally
In an age where we are brought up to seek out pharmaceuticals when we are sick, there are many natural remedies that can be used to help. Some pharmaceuticals have their place certainly, especially for existing conditions. However, natural therapies can boost your immune system to prepare your body to fight off illness. I am … Continue reading Pain Relief – Naturally