Acupuncture is commonly used to relieve discomforts caused by various health conditions and diseases. It’s especially beneficial to treat pain but it’s increasingly being used for overall wellness and can even help manage stress. However, some people experience undesirable effects after an acupuncture treatment and this includes headaches. In this post, Dr Jessica Braid, acupuncturist,…
Ever feel like your body’s running on low battery? It might be your thyroid! Imagine the following scenario: you were a morning person. You would leap out of bed long before your alarm went off with seemingly electricity powering your body. Fast forward to the present, and hitting the snooze button feels like a full-time…
In a world that is always in a hurry, finding moments of peacefulness can seem like gasping for air in a tornado. The endless noise and the hustle can leave one exhausted and waking up to an unfulfilled need for peacefulness and mental lucidity. This is where meditation and mindfulness come in, providing a safe…
More people are using prescribed cannabis for health issues, making it vital to know how it’s used. There are two principal methods: using prescribed cannabis oil and vaping the flower. This article compares these methods, looking at how well they work and what patients prefer. Prescribed cannabis oil is easy to dose, which is great…
Many people wonder if tanning can help with weight loss by burning fat and calories. It’s a common question with a straightforward answer: tanning itself does not significantly impact calorie or fat burning. However, there’s an interesting point to discuss about the blue light from sunlight, which might influence fat cells in a unique way….
Citric acid: it’s almost everywhere—from the zesty tang of your morning orange juice to the fizzy satisfaction of your favourite soft drink. Found naturally in citrus fruits like lemons and limes, citric acid is also widely used as a preservative and flavour enhancer in the food industry. But while citric acid can make foods taste…
Managing dry, tired eyes has become a crucial aspect of maintaining overall eye health in our fast-paced digital age, where screens dominate our daily lives. The strain imposed by prolonged screen time, environmental factors, and lifestyle choices often leads to discomfort, redness, and fatigue in our eyes. Fortunately, adopting a proactive approach towards eye care…
Knowing about your sexual health is really important, and it means you need to keep an eye out for any unusual changes in your body. Sometimes, these changes can be easy to miss, which is why it’s so important to know what to look out for with infections like Chlamydia. Learning about these signs can…
Glaucoma is an eye condition that is relatively common, particularly in older people. It is generally caused as a result of the pressure in the eye building up because it is not possible for the fluid to drain properly. As a result of the build-up of pressure, damage is caused to the optic nerve. This…
If you’ve ever wondered why your sex drive sometimes takes a nosedive, you’re definitely not alone. Stress, among other factors, plays a big role in dampening libido. But there’s an ancient remedy that’s caught the eye of modern science: Ashwagandha. This stress-fighting herb has shown promising results in boosting female sexual interest and function. In…