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February 2019

28 Feb

Posted at 15:38h in Stress & Anxiety, Wellbeing by

In today’s society, keeping up with the daily pressures of work, family and extra-curricular activities can lead to increased stress levels. Often in a fast-paced environment, prolonged stress can take it’s toll on the body with physical symptoms such as increased heart rate, breakouts, poor digestion and restlessness. It’s no wonder that there has been a lot of talk about mindfulness in the health and wellness industry of late, but what does it mean and how can it help you? Removing all of the hype, mindfulness is simply about paying attention to the present moment. Many people find practising mindfulness can assist...

25 Feb

Posted at 20:35h in Wellbeing by

As we swelter though another summer heatwave, we need to take care and make sure an innocent trip outside doesn’t result in third-degree sunburn, heat stroke and severe dehydration. From avoiding too much UV, to finding safer ways to exercise in a heatwave, here are some tips and tricks to stay healthy and protected this season:   Keep track of the UV ratings We are all aware there is a big hole in the ozone and that Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. Because of this we must take care by ensuring you’re always armed with sunscreen...

15 Feb

Posted at 14:47h in About Salt Therapy by

The healing properties of salt has been shared by many ancient and modern civilizations. Dating back to ancient China, Egypt, Greece, and Rome, salt has been used for various remedies, rituals, protection and cures. In 460 B.C, Hippocrates began recommending salt inhalation as a respiratory treatment and would use natural salt and water on the skin to cure skin diseases. Around 100AD a Roman doctor named Dioskurides would mix salt with substances such as vinegar, wine or honey for digestive remedies and skin diseases. Fast forward to the 19th century, a Polish physician named Dr Felix Boczkowski discovered that men...

10 Feb

Posted at 15:08h in Breathe by

Thunderstorm asthma: After the horrific events of the 2016 thunderstorm asthma attack in Melbourne, it is more important then ever for asthma and allergy suffers to be vigilant about preventing an attack in the future. Here are some things you should know about a thunderstorm asthma and some quick tips about what you can do to make sure you are always prepared: What is and what causes a thunderstorm asthma? Thunderstorm asthma itself is the perfect storm. Research suggests that thunderstorm asthma is mostly triggered by an exceptional type of thunderstorm that causes grass pollen grains to be swept up into...