It can be very stressful when you are desperately trying to conceive and it just isn’t happening. Even if everything else in your life is going perfectly and according to plan, an inability to get pregnant can really upset your emotional...
Read moreAromatherapy treatments for colds and viruses
Essential oils can be a useful alternative to over the counter medications when self medicating for colds, viruses and flu. Treatment is most effective if started at the first signs of illness. The best way to utilise these oils is either...
Read moreAromatherapy for Stress relief
Aromatherapy is a treatment which uses the considered and systematic application of essential oils to improve physical, spiritual and emotional well-being. Essential oils are natural substances derived from plant sources – flowers, herbs, spices...
Read moreHarnessing the colour properties of essential oils – Part 2
This article is the second of two dealing with the use of essential oils based on their colour. Part 2 covers the higher end of the spectrum Green-Blue-Indigo COLOUR PROPERTIES ESSENTIAL OILS Red Energising, Stimulating, Warming...
Read more20 reasons you should try reflexology
It is a very safe and natural therapy There is no need to get undressed – you only need to bare your feet Reflexology is non-invasive and is often a good therapy to experience if you are new to complementary therapies. Reflexology treatments can...
Read moreHarnessing the colour properties of essential oils – Part 1
Following on from the related post about the properties of colour and how they can help in healing this article is the first of two dealing with the use of essential oils based on their colour. Part 1 will cover the lower end of the spectrum...
Read moreRosemary – a versatile and essential oil for your medicine chest
Essential oil of Rosemary Rosemary is one of the most common and important plants used in aromatherapy. The rosemary bush is common throughout Europe, but is most at home near the sea. In fact its name derives from the Latin words for ‘dew of the...
Read moreFloral Waters for Natural Skin Care
Hydrolats, also known as flower or floral waters, are a wonderful and natural alternative to commercially bought skin care products. Hydrolats are created from the water that is collected when plants are steam distilled. The process of...
Read moreAbout Nerve Reflexology
Nerve reflexology can be used to provide fast and effective relief from pain. Pain is defined as ‘an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage’. It includes any abnormal feeling from aching...
Read moreVertical Reflex Therapy (VRT)
Vertical Reflex Therapy (VRT) Vertical Reflex Therapy (VRT) is a highly effective reflexology technique where the feet are briefly treated whilst the client is in a standing, weight-bearing position, rather than in a more conventional reclining...
Read moreHow to manage Lymphoedema. A new approach using simple and effective Reflexology techniques
Managing Lymphoedema There is no cure for lymphoedema, but it is usually possible to control the main symptoms using techniques to minimise fluid build-up and stimulate the flow of fluid through the lymphatic system. The standard approach...
Read moreFoot Notes – All about Reflexology
The Benefits of Reflexology.Reflexology can have many beneficial and lasting effects. Some treatments are gentle in nature, aiming to restore body systems for better function while others are more specific, addressing particular needs...
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