? It’s Autumn. Mornings have a crisp note in the air, and evenings are drawing in, in preparation for winter. The last of the harvest is collected in, celebrated and stored. The seasonal equinox last week (21 September) marked the
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Tired, irritated, having hot flushes? Whether it’s menopause, peri-menopause, or another hot summer’s night, it’s not fun. Yes, menopause is inevitable – but there are some simple tips that can help you make the most of the changes your body is going through, rather than keep on
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So, you’re interested in having acupuncture. Great! Now the tough bit – how do you go about choosing an acupuncturist? Top tips: Make sure they’re regulated. Sadly (and to my utter frustration) acupuncture isn’t regulated in the UK. However, don’t worry. The British Acupuncture Council is the
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In acupuncture, there are two summers. What?!! Yes, really. There is Summer – May & June, the time when everything is green, still pushing upwards with masses of energy. This has a very different feel to Late Summer – which kicks in about now, when the fields
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Water. L’eau. Agua. H2O. Want better health? Then drink it! Why? Drinking water is the single most important thing you can do for your health, according to Five Element Acupuncture. Why? It keeps your organs (kidneys, liver, heart, brain, stomach etc) hydrated. We all know this, and
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