Lymph drainage – what is the hype?
There’s been quite a lot of news and social media posts about the wonders of Lymphatic drainage. Do you know anything about it? Have you tried it? Do you know the difference in the types of lymph drainage? You may see the terms, “Manual Lymph Drainage”, “Lymphatic drainage massage” or “Brazilian lymphatic drainage” on…
New Year – New who?
Happy 2025 to you all. We’re just a few days into the new year and I’m wrapped in several layers trying to keep myself as warm as possible while keeping the heating on as little as possible. The weather is finally turning more wintery too. December can feel a lot for so many people, and…
Rima’s Cooling Summer Tea
Rima’s cooling summer tea I’ve posted about this delicious herbal tea before that I make every year once the temperature goes up. It really helps me with my temp regulation and keeps me hydrated and feeling cool. In my garden I grow a variety of plants, including some herbs like…
Detox – is it healthy or not?
I first wrote this blog post a whopping 10 years ago in February 2013 – how time flies. I’ve updated it a bit below and taken a few things out that I now know is not the best. There’s so much more research and detailed information available for us regarding our gut health and microbiome…
The Power of Scents – Aromatherapy Awareness Week
Aromatherapists worldwide are celebrating and participating in Aromatherapy Awareness Week this June, raising awareness and promoting the health benefits of aromatherapy. Nothing is more memorable than a smell. One scent can be unexpected, momentary and fleeting, yet conjure up a childhood summer beside a lake in the mountains. Diane Ackerman The Federation of Holistic Therapists…
Power of Scents – Aromatherapy Awareness Week
Aromatherapists worldwide are celebrating and participating in Aromatherapy Awareness Week from 10th to 16th June 2019, raising awareness and promoting the health benefits of aromatherapy. Nothing is more memorable than a smell. One scent can be unexpected, momentary and fleeting, yet conjure up a childhood summer beside a lake in the mountains. Diane Ackerman The…