Anxiety is a common yet complex mental health condition that can significantly impact a person's daily life. From persistent worry to physical symptoms like rapid...

Chicken bone broth has been consumed for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as a healing food believed to improve health and longevity. I've included...

"Can Acupuncture help with Mood swings?" is a common question I get. In this article, we'll explain more about how Acupuncture may assist in helping...

Fatty liver disease has become increasingly prevalent in recent years as our lifestyles have become more indulgent and less active. Seeking natural remedies, many individuals...

Gua Sha, an ancient Chinese healing technique, has garnered attention in recent years for its remarkable benefits in both traditional medicine and modern cosmetic treatments....

Finding Relief: Acupuncture for Shin Splints from Sports Injuries Shin splints are a common ailment among athletes, especially runners, because of overuse or improper training...

Chinese Cupping Therapy is a traditional treatment where cups are placed on the skin to create suction. As a result, this technique improves blood flow,...

Sciatica Pain in Early pregnancy can be uncomfortable and sometimes debilitating, there are ways to manage and alleviate the pain. Many expectant mothers are turning...

Chinese herbs may assist managing bloating, reflux, and constipation. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioners often recommend specific herbs to address these symptoms and promote digestive...

Acupuncture for Sinus Congestion has shown promise in providing relief from the annoying symptoms of pressure and pain. By stimulating specific pressure points on the...

Pregnancy Acupuncture: An Effective Support for Birth Preparation Pregnancy is a beautiful yet challenging journey for any woman. As the body undergoes numerous physical and...

Asparagus and Feta Tart With Spring comes and abundance of Asparagus because it's in season, not to mention lots of health benefits too. What to do...

Simple Quiche Recipe Do you find yourself with too much of one ingredient sometimes? If you grow your own veggies, its often that you have...

This week is Natural Medicine Week! 23-29th May Celebrates all that is Natural Therapies & Complementary Medicine. Hosted by The Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS),...

Fatigue: When I feel tired and run down, the first thing I do is turn to my Chinese Herbs. A good time to start taking...

TMJ is a reason that everyday people use Facial Acupuncture to assist with pain management. Facial Acupuncture doesn't have to be all about vanity. But...

I'm now on Maternity Leave until Jan 2022. With one day left of work, I'm signing off for 6 months! Thankyou for all you kind...

Katika going on Maternity Leave in July 2021 Andrew and I are excited to be welcoming a new addition to our family in August this...

I'll be closing my books to New Patients Mid June with the reason I can't form substantial rapport with patient/practitioner relationships within a month and...

Hot Flushes is not part of every woman's Menopausal Transition. There are a long list of signs and symptoms that may start once your cycle...

Thyme from your garden or the green grocer has general health benefits when you have a sore throat or cough. We're not talking about Covid-19...

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...

With all this Covid-19 around us, I'm adding to my blog collection a lot about Warming Yang. The logic of Chinese Medicine means that where...

What is Damp? How do we see dampness present in our external environment? Things that are waterlogged, moist, musty, dank, soggy. It may even have...

Jade Windscreen Powder or Yu Ping Feng San is a Chinese Medicine formula one may use when they're well. Q: Why would you take Chinese...

With the global pandemic of Covid 19 or Coronavirus, Chinese Hospitals are seeing many patients not only display upper respiratory symptoms of sore throat, fever...

Can you believe I've been at Terrey Hills now since August 2018?! It's been great being part of a Medical Practice in the suburbs. A...

With the outbreak of a global pandemic of Covid-19 /Corona Virus, I am following advice from my association (ATMS) and regulatory body the CMBA (Chinese...

Acupuncture with Katika now available at Brookvale. I've settled into the new clinic location for Acupuncture at Brookvale! I'm continuing to provide Chinese Medicine services...

Relax...It's all good! A year flies past in the world of small-business. We only just moved 12 months ago when we closed the original FWC...

We have finalised a NEW Location!  Thank you to everyone that has supported our decision to move onto the next adventure! As I explained in...

We have some BIG news! After 11 years, it is bittersweet, but we have decided to close the clinic doors at 33-35 Kentwell  Rd. I have...

You may have noticed that if you have a large sugar intake one day you don’t sleep well that night and wake up feeling sluggish...

START YOUR JOURNEY TO A BRIGHTER FUTURE!   Our values highlight what we stand for, they help us to personally develop and grow, and ultimately...

Here's an east Trapezius Stretch. Perfect for a tight neck and shoulders, especially if you're a deskworker.

Here's a you tube clip on how to stretch your forearm. Useful for people with Tennis Elbow, tight forearm and elbow pain.

Each new year brings new challenges. Katika is glad to announce that she will be joining The Terrey Hills Family Surgery as of 1st August 2018. This means unfortunately she'll...

We’ve used the ezybook system for many years now. Our customers give us great feedback about it, but they’ve recently upgraded their system. Let’s walk...

Being a parent and working full time is REALLY hard work. Unless superheroes do in fact exist you’re probably feeling like the majority of most...

Recently I caught up with a client that I hadn’t seen since last year and he said to me in absolute amazement and beaming pride...

I recently attended Dr Vivian Tam's Cosmetic Acupuncture seminar for the second time and she had a lot to say about Natural Acne scarring treatment....

When it's YOUR face, Acne can be a frustrating or even embarrassing skin condition to have. You can't hide it, it's just there plain as...

We take a look at Cosmetic Acupuncture for Jowls and the strategies the Chinese have been using for many, many years to slow the ageing process down.

You may have heard of the gene MTHFR. It stands for methyl tetrahydrofolate Reductaseand it’s pretty popular right now. Essentially it’s responsible for making the...

Ketogenic Diets: Everyone is going Keto, talking Keto, reading Keto and cooking Keto. Is Ketogenic the ‘latest fad diet’ and would I recommend it to my clients?...

Dark Circles under and around the eye can make you look tired, exhausted and depleted. But the body doesn't lie, you're probably feeling that way...

Are you hobbling around wondering what’s going on with your heel? Does it feel like some sharp pain is driving into your foot? Or you...

How do your eyes look in the morning? Puffy or baggy? Many of us don't wake looking refreshed and glowing in the morning. There's a natural...

Have you ever injured your elbow and found you suddenly lose strength in lifting things? Or wake up with a sore elbow and have no...

Does Acupuncture help PMS? (Pre-Menstrual Syndrome) Using Acupuncture is a positive support for your body during this time of the month. Let's take a look...

Acupuncture to benefit the face and skin has been reported in Chinese Medical texts for longer than your think. Its not about vanity, but looking...

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...

At Family Wellness Centre we are all for minimising waste and a big question after the BIG DAY is What do I do with Christmas...

Here are 3 Easy tips to get your Nutrition back on track this Summer after a Winter of colds, flus and illness. Its time for...

A nourishing and hearty salad filled with dark leafy greens, vegetables, healthy fats, and protein. Ingredients • 2 cups romaine, roughly chopped • 1 cup...

The days are getting longer, the sun is shining brighter and winter is behind us for another year. It’s time to dust off that fitness...

Let me ask you a question. How long has it been since you felt good in your body? I mean really good. Are you waiting...

By Linda Funnell-Milner, Functional Nutritionist "I’ve Tried Every Diet and none of them work." Does this sound like you? Losing weight is not always easy...

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...