Demystifying Chinese Medicine: How does Acupuncture work? Acupuncture, a foundational practice in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has gained popularity worldwide for its ability to alleviate various health issues, including pain. But how does Acupuncture work? How exactly does this technique involving tiny needles lead to recovery, repair and healing? In this post, we'll delve into […]

Natural Medicine Week aims to educate and promote awareness about Natural Medicine in Australia. The Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS) is an association I'm a member of and have been for most of my practicing years since 2003. ATMS focuses on three areas of Natural Medicine: Ingestive - Naturopathy & Western Herbal Medicine Bodywork - […]

We have designed a checklist for you to reflect on how you're feeling during this joyful (but stressful) time. It asks some questions to get you thinking about what's important for you. Christmas isn't always happy for everyone and we want to support you the best we can. Getting through Christmas stress doesn't have to be about […]

The immune system is one of the most important systems of the body, and our most important defender against foreign invaders such as viruses and bacteria. It is only when we begin to feel run down or can’t shake a cold that we give the immune system the attention it deserves.

    [perfectpullquote align="full" cite="" link="" color="" class="" size=""]If you’re thirsty, you’re already dehydrated. Let’s take a look at the difference between drinking water and hydration and three easy ways to maximise your hydration levels.[/perfectpullquote] This Summer, I was reading “Your Body’s Many Cries for Water – You’re not sick, you’re thirsty” and in it […]

We're definitely in the Swing of Christmas now. For some (including me) - the lead up to that day is filled with overwhelm and we notice that things get start to get hectic... Let's call it Christmas Stress. One of my favourite things about Christmas is the chance to be with my family, especially the grandchildren, […]