Colour therapy: Its methods and benefits
Colour therapy, otherwise known as Chromotherapy, is an alternative form of therapy that has evidence of use dating back thousands of years to ancient cultures in China and Egypt.
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The benefits and basics of Classical Pilates
Classical Pilates is strictly defined as a form of exercise that incorporates techniques from the originator of Pilates himself, Joseph Pilates. In classical Pilates, only those movements designed by Joseph Pilates are included in the workout session. Non-classical Pilates often incorporates movements and exercises from other physical therapy disciplines, such as yoga.
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Why would you need to go to a pathology laboratory and how do you prepare?
Arrive at the pathology laboratory on time for your appointment to ensure that your test is performed promptly.
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Health tips to help reduce PMS symptoms
Reduce your salt intake: Eating less salt is recommended for people experiencing breast tenderness and bloating. Rather cook your own food instead of eating processed food or takeaways and replace salt with herbs when you cook.
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Personal Shoppers
Some people know how to throw an outfit together just by looking at it on the shelf. Some people have the patience and the stamina to shop for hours, try on endless amounts of clothing and persevere until their wardrobe is up to date. Some of us, however, just don’t. This is where personal shoppers become the lifesavers of the fashion impaired or even just for the time constrained.
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Bikram Yoga for beginners
The discipline of Bikram yoga was pioneered in the early 1970s by Indian yoga guru Bikram Choudhury. Bikram Yoga is an intense, heated and action-packed discipline under the broad umbrella of various yoga styles. Each class is composed of a set sequence of 96 postures and two breathing exercises. All Bikram classes are taught by certified Bikram instructors who have completed a nine-week training programme developed by Bikram Choudhury.
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Gynaecologists
Gynaecologists are medical doctors specializing in the female reproductive system's health, including the uterus, ovaries, and breasts
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Applied Kinesiology: An alternative solution path to health
Kinesiology is also known as the practice of biomechanics and focuses on the study of body movement. Applied kinesiology branches off this foundation and emphasises the importance of muscle strength monitoring where diagnosis and treatment is based on the theory that muscles have important links to other body parts, such as organs and tissues.
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The top five warning signs of depression
Warning signs of depression, as opposed to risk factors for depression, are indicators that suggest a person could be experiencing a dip in their mental health or, possibly, depression. Look out for these tell-tale signs of depression to help you determine the status of someone’s mental health:
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When Should You See a Cardiologist? 7 Signs Your Heart Needs a Check-Up
Your heart works hard for you every day—make sure you’re giving it the care it deserves.
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How Therapy Works: What to Expect from Your First Session with a Psychologist
Wondering what happens in your first therapy session? Learn how psychologists assess your needs, set goals, and guide you toward emotional well-being. Discover how therapy works and why it’s an essential step in mental health care.
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Choosing the Right Paediatrician: What Every Parent in South Africa Should Know
Struggling to find the right paediatrician? Learn what to look for in a health professional, key questions to ask, and how to ensure your child gets the best medical care in South Africa.
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Animal Therapy
When many of us think of having animals in our homes and for companionship, it is likely that we haven’t thought of them being used as a form of therapy to those suffering from depressio
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Colour Therapy
Colour Therapy Like most forms of energy healing, Colour Therapy focuses on the healing, cleansing and balancing of the seven chakras. There is research to show that Colour Therapy can be traced back to ancient Egyptian, Chinese and Indian cultures. So, how does colour relate to energy? Colour is energy. Colour is light that is created through varying wavelengths, giving each colour in the chakra spectrum its own individual energy. The colour spectrum involves seven colours – red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet. All of these
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Osteopaths
Osteopathy is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on the interrelationship between the body's structure, function, and self-healing capacity, emphasizing manual techniques to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal and other health conditions.
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Healthy habits to help those with depression
Medication and therapy sessions with a psychologist or counsellor are important factors in a person’s recovery from depression, but developing healthy daily habits should be given just as much consideration in one’s mental health plan. Healthy habits, such as practising a balanced diet, exercising regularly, nurturing relationships and hobbies and practising stress management techniques, can all drastically improve a person’s mental health.
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What is Bodyworks Muscle Testing? Understanding the Basics and Benefits
Bodyworks Muscle Testing is a holistic tool for identifying imbalances through muscle responses. Learn how it supports physical, emotional, and preventative health, and why it’s gaining popularity as a non-invasive, personalized approach to wellness.
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