As I was sitting in 26 degrees out in the middle of the East Sussex countryside and experiencing a few nose/throat tickles and sneezes I was reminded of the importance of hydrated mucus membranes to health (in class I call mucus membrane, wet tissue). I immediately got up and drank a pint of water, took an omega 3 oil and a 30ml shot of Zambroza (Antioxidant drink full of beta carotene which is the precursor to Vitamin A and other carotenoids too) and the mild symptoms I had immediately … [Read more...] about The Importance of Hydrated Mucus Membranes to Health
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The Magic and Mystery of our Microbiome
The importance of our microbiome A guest blog post by Naomi Smith (edited by TASK) “All disease begins in the gut” Hippocrates Our Microbiome is making headlines these days – it's the thing everyone is talking and wants to know more about. I for one am pretty excited by it! The more we are finding out about our microbiome the more it emphasises its connections to almost everything in our body and its overall ability to shape how we function. Certainly within my … [Read more...] about The Magic and Mystery of our Microbiome
Kinesiology for Fibromyalgia
I often get asked "can kinesiology work for fibromyalgia?" When I first began my career over 3 decades ago fibromyalgia was not a named illness, although clients did come presenting with the same symptoms. I feel it has been around a long time, however over the last decade the number of cases have sky rocketed. Fibromyalgia is a named condition which causes symptoms such as: pain all over the body, disrupted sleep, fatigue (often with brain fog), mind set and emotional ill health. … [Read more...] about Kinesiology for Fibromyalgia
The Dangers of Toxic Positivity
A guest post re the dangers of toxic positivity written by Antonia Beamish (edited by TASK) Positivity can be passive, disingenuous and dangerous. Not words you expect to hear from a complementary therapist who works with clients on their emotional wellbeing? Well, this isn’t the whole story. Positivity has its place, but in the last year or so I’ve seen it slide into a toxic place that has at times sugarcoated reality, disengaged us from our truth and invalidated our feelings thus leading to … [Read more...] about The Dangers of Toxic Positivity
Breast Health – How to keep your breasts healthy with Kinesiology.
Breast pain, discomfort, lumpiness, fibroadenomas, cysts, mastitis and menstrual related tenderness have plagued many women (and occasionally men) over the years and continue to do so. Apart from ultra sound, mammograms and the removal of ‘fibrous tissue’ to investigate and rule out cancer, there is very little mainstream medicine can do to help maintain help and maintain breast health . Within Systematic Kinesiology there is a non-intrusive technique that can remove breast congestion, pain … [Read more...] about Breast Health – How to keep your breasts healthy with Kinesiology.
The Vagus Nerve-what is it and why is it important?
The vagus nerve is the 10th cranial nerve and also the biggest and longest. It distributes from the head and neck into the thorax and abdomen. Image from Principle of Anatomy and Physiology by Tortora and Derrickson Although it is called the vagus nerve (singular) it actually runs down both sides of the body and connects the brain to all our organs. The vagus nerve also controls muscles in our neck and therefore is involved with swallowing and responsible for some of our reflex actions, … [Read more...] about The Vagus Nerve-what is it and why is it important?
7 tips to stay healthy this winter
Autumn is here - although let’s not let our health fall. I was out running this morning and although we are still having beautiful sunshine filled days, the weather is turning and there was a nip in the air which actually felt lovely. It reminded me of cosying up in front of the fire, good films, family roast dinners and how the colder weather helps to keep nature in balance. As the season changes so do our bodies. We need warm food, root veggies, stews and soups to give our bodies the right … [Read more...] about 7 tips to stay healthy this winter
Kinesiology is Gentle, Supportive, Positive Change
A guest blog post about Change and Kinesiology written by Marzia Caldirola (Edited by TASK). Change had always been a very hard for me. I grew up in Northern Italy, where change was culturally considered to be something that only the wealthy, or foolish middle class people with no clear direction in life, could afford. My back pain was finally cured! Despite this, I made my first step towards change without knowing where it would lead me. Unsatisfied with my job at the time, I … [Read more...] about Kinesiology is Gentle, Supportive, Positive Change
Support for the Emotional Effects of Covid-19
Mental and emotional health is a much talked about topic. But the global Covid19 pandemic has put it high on the agenda. With so many affected by it, support for the emotional effects of Covid-19 is an essential part of wellbeing and health. The effects of the pandemic are far reaching and we won't know the full implications until many years have passed. However, it doesn't take a scientist to tell us that grief, job loss, economic worry, concern about loss of life, isolation, and lock down … [Read more...] about Support for the Emotional Effects of Covid-19
The Importance of Balancing Stress
A guest blog post about stress written by Naomi Smith (Edited by TASK). Original post can be found on Naomi's website The balanced Kiwi. Management of Stress is key to being and feeling happy and healthy! In our current lifestyles, we are prone to feeling continuous stress. We worry about everything: our work, kids, relationships, finance, etc. Almost every single client I see has an unhealthy stress level which is causing physical or emotional stress within the body. We have to find … [Read more...] about The Importance of Balancing Stress
Kinesiology support through the Covid 19 pandemic and lockdown
There is no doubt that people's physical, mental and emotional health is being challenged during this extraordinary time in history Just the fact that life has rapidly changed can trigger difficult emotions and feelings. Couple this with isolation from family and friends, loss of income, and perhaps even the reality of loosing a loved one (and not being able to attend their funeral), it is no wonder that people are finding it difficult to process and make sense of how they are feeling. … [Read more...] about Kinesiology support through the Covid 19 pandemic and lockdown
Statins – Cholesterol, Heart Attacks and Strokes
A guest blog post written by Simon Lawton (Edited by TASK). Original post can be found on Simon's website silkinesiology. Statins are big business. The miracle drug that helps prevent heart attacks and strokes is estimated to be a $10B a-year industry. Statins are drugs that are reputed to lower cholesterol, but do they work? If you measure their efficacy in terms of lowering levels of cholesterol in the body, then yes they do. But if we look at whether they reduce the risk of heart attacks … [Read more...] about Statins – Cholesterol, Heart Attacks and Strokes
Goodbye to overwhelm
A guest blog post written by Polly Howard (Edited by TASK) I want to talk about how I said goodbye to overwhelm. I'm sure many of you relate to overwhelm. It is something I realise that I have lived with forever (as far as I can remember). In recent years, with the different situations that have arisen, from parents getting ill and dying, to moving house and countries, to losing jobs and income, I have certainly lost count of how many times I have said, I just feel so … [Read more...] about Goodbye to overwhelm
7 ways to boost your immune system and keep viruses away
In my opinion, prevention is better than cure, so let’s look at some of the things that can support and boost your immune system to keep you from the dreaded colds, coughs and flu and viruses. 7 ways to support and boost our immune system Warm drinks throughout the day no matter what the season boosts the immune system. It's a great tip to remember if you are feeling under par, or even better, to prevent illness.Up Vitamin C intake. The suggestion is 1 gram of Vit C with each meal to … [Read more...] about 7 ways to boost your immune system and keep viruses away
How to Maintain an Ideal Weight
Kinesiology can help with weight issues Clients initially have Systematic Kinesiology for many different reasons, however, overtime, they often mention their diet and how to maintain an ideal weight. Some clients express they would like to lose a few pounds, that last stubborn half a stone, or have more to lose after being on countless diets. Other clients struggle to keep weight on or bulk up, which is equally challenging and frustrating for some. Rebalancing the body generally with … [Read more...] about How to Maintain an Ideal Weight