Wellbeing Blog
SPECIAL OFFER – Summer Wellbeing Programme
There’s not been a lot to get excited about so far this Summer with too many grey, wet, cold days limiting the many health benefits of spending time outdoors. So, here’s something you can feel good about and that’s my Mini Wellbeing Programme, what’s more it's...
What’s the difference between Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage?
Swedish and Deep Tissue massage are both popular types of massage therapy that differ in pressure, technique, intended use, and focus areas. So how do you know what you need? Here’s more information about the key differences between these two massage styles, along...
Help for Stress and Anxiety
Long term stress and anxiety have a detrimental effect on the health of an individual. A range of illnesses and conditions have been attributed to stress, including eczema, migraine, digestive complaints, high blood pressure, heart disease, muscular pain and...
Pregnancy massage reduces anxiety, aches and pains
We all know that pregnancy has a challenging impact on your body, but how much do we understand? And how can you stay healthy and happy throughout this exciting time? This article helps to shed light on how pre-natal massage can support you, your baby, and your body....
Scientific study shows massage boosts immune system by 30%
Scientific studies shows massage boosts the immune system by 30% as it increases cell production. Massage triggers a drop in the stress hormone cortisol and a surge in dopamine and oxytocin, known as the “happy hormones”. But improved mood is not the only thing...
The importance of Vitamin D for adults and children
Around one in five adults and one in six children in the UK are Vitamin D deficient. Vitamin D is essential for good health, with a lack of it reported as a contributing factor in the severity of Covid symptoms and it was the one supplement that doctors recommended we...
How to get relief from Winter Ailments – Naturally
Winter Viruses We’re already seeing an increase in the common cold virus. 18mths of isolation and social distancing resulted in a significant fall in the number of colds and flu last winter, but as we get back to normality the number of cases is on the rise. The best...
Proof that Nature Heals
Never has nature played such a big part in our wellbeing than over the last 18 months. When there was nothing else to do, nature was still out there waiting to care for us. Just a walk through the fields or a stroll along the beach can awaken the innermost feelings of...
5 Tips to Beat Stress
65% of people have felt more stressed since the COVID-19 restrictions started according to a study of 2000 people carried out by the Stress Management Society. In addition 53% felt more anxious than usual and 43% felt more depressed than usual. The top causes of...
COVID-19 and Dealing with Loss
March 2020 As we try to adapt to the huge changes in our daily lives, we go through a whole range of emotions. Currently we’re suffering from loss and I don’t mean the loss of life in this instance, although that is a very real fear for some people. I refer to the...
Why use a Facial Oil?
May 2020 Today’s wave of eco-conscious beauty has sparked a surge of interest in Facial Oils and Facial Serums. Using natural ingredients containing botanical plant oils, the small molecular structure makes them much more able to penetrate the skin. This locks in...
Indian Head Massage
A brief history of Indian head massage The Indian head massage is an ancient therapeutic practice used in India for 1,000 years, usually by mothers on their daughters. It is part of the practice of medicine called Ayurveda, which aims to promote long life and balance...
Geranium Essential Oil
Botanical name: Pelargonium graveolens A native of South Africa, Geranium came to Europe in the late eighteenth century but the main producing areas are now the Algeria, Egypt and Morocco. The oil is extracted from the leaves and green stems which are harvested...
Prevent colds and reduce symptoms naturally.
Fight Colds & Flu the Simple Way There are two things I would not be without in Winter and that’s Cold-War essential oil blend and my diffuser. In 16 years of using this blend I have yet to find anything which even comes close when it comes to the prevention and...
Aromatherapy Range Now Available Online
There are a lot of skincare products on the market including some very good ones like the Neals Yard Remedies range, but I believe there’s something a bit special about the Mayfield Aromatherapy Range. Because they’re handmade in small batches in the Mayfield Valley,...
7 Benefits of Indian Head Massage
It sounds divine doesn’t it? A real treat. But actually, Indian Head Massage isn’t simply a ‘treat’ – the benefits are really rather important ones that can assist with a variety of physical and emotional problems and concerns. Here’s a few of them: 1. Helps prevent...
Don’t Lose the Christmas Cheer this Year
National Anger Awareness Week takes place from 1st – 7th December. A campaign by the British Association of Anger Management, it aims to identify anger as a disturbing social issue which needs to be brought out into the open and addressed effectively. Anger Awareness...
National Stress Awareness Day 2017
National Stress Awareness Day this year is Wednesday 1st November, and the focus is Speak Up and Speak Out About Stress. There is still a stigma attached to mental health awareness, especially in the workplace, and this needs to end. As I’ve talked about previously:...
Best Oils for Winter Skin
Commercial skin preparations concentrate on adding lubricating oils externally, but the aromatherapy approach is to combine such oils (avocado, almond and jojoba) with essential oils that gently stimulate the sebaceous glands to function more efficiently. Anything...
How to Prevent Stress & Anxiety Symptoms Increasing in Winter
As the light begins to fade, and the days grow shorter, our energy levels and patience follow suit – often taking our buoyant mood with it. Ever wondered why you feel down when it’s dark when you’re travelling to and from work? You’re not alone. Seasonal Affective...
TIPS: Essential Oils to keep the flies away
Flies in the home around this time of year are a common but irritating sight: not only is the noise and sight of them annoying, but they also present a hygiene hazard, carrying an assortment of disease organisms. Rather than reaching for toxic anti-insect aerosol...
The Benefits of Pregnancy Massage
Pregnancy is a special time as you prepare for the arrival of your child, but it can also present various challenges for the body, particularly in the later stages. Massage is a natural remedy to ease many of the aches and discomforts pregnancy can bring. From the...
Is Your Diet Making You Tired?
Many people suffer from fatigue from time to time which can be linked to either a minor illness or stress; but increasingly more people are complaining of chronic fatigue, a quite debilitating condition. If this is the case for you, then the first thing you should do...
Launch of New Aromatherapy Range
This new range of handmade aromatherapy products will be launched by Mayfield at the end of July. The range includes a selection of beautiful therapeutic body oils plus a range of blended essential oils for use in burners, vaporisers and baths. Using 100% natural...
The Benefits of Aromatherapy Massage
The vast array of essential oils that can be inhaled or applied topically can provide healing, soothing, and relaxing effects. Many massage therapists use aromatic and essential oils to complement their massage practice. People who experience depression can see...
Workplace Wellness – Your Prime Investment
This year’s National Stress Awareness Day on November 2nd, focuses on stress in the workplace. The day is organised by ISMA (International Stress Management Association) and aims to highlight the case for keeping stress management on the corporate agenda. Stress gets...
Arthritis Action calls on policymakers to prioritise arthritis
Around one in seven people in the UK live with arthritis – a condition that can cause pain, stiffness and swelling in the joints. This figure is expected to rise to one in four by 2030. It is the leading cause of pain and disability, costing the NHS £5 billion a year....
Long-term benefits of stress management techniques for women with breast cancer
After primary treatment, many women affected by breast cancer experience long-term physical and psychological challenges that can have a negative impact on their quality of life. A report[1] recently published in Cancer suggests that providing women with stress...