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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When to See an Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Specialist: Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
Experiencing persistent ear, nose, or throat issues? From chronic infections to breathing difficulties, certain symptoms shouldn't be ignored. Learn when to seek help from an ENT specialist and how timely treatment can improve your health.
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Facials
You either love them, or you hate them. Regardless, your skin may need them every once in a while to keep healthy, glowing and clean. Facials range from being very simple to very, very complicated. Whether you are getting a basic exfoliation and extraction or a gold plated experience of the rich and famous, facials are something that should be a priority for your skin.
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Allergist
Allergists An allergist is somebody who is trained to specialize in treating and diagnosing allergies. Allergies can range from being a mild discomfort to being fatal. An allergist is trained to be able to deal with a variety of allergies including skin, food or allergies such as hayfever and asthma. When should you see somebody about your allergies? You should see an allergist if: • Your allergies are causing symptoms such as chronic sinus infections, nasal congestion or difficulty breathing. • You experience hay fever or other allergy sy
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The mystical practices of crystal healing as a form of alternative medicine
Crystal healing is a non-scientific and alternative healing practice that makes use of specific stones and crystals to promote wellbeing in clients. Despite there being a lack of scientific evidence for the healing power of crystals, adherents to crystal healing believe that different crystals have qualities that can bring about both mental and physical health and relief for clients engaging in a crystal healing session.
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The Science Behind Facial Peels: How They Transform Your Skin
Learn how facial peels exfoliate, boost collagen, and transform your skin, addressing wrinkles, scars, and dullness for a radiant, rejuvenated complexion.
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Choosing the Right Aesthetic Physician: Credentials, Experience, and Red Flags
If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
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When considering Fertility treatment, what questions should you ask and why?
Fertility treatment can be emotionally and physically challenging
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Risks and rewards of bariatric surgery
Bariatric surgery, otherwise known as weight loss surgery, is an umbrella term referring to a broad range of possible surgeries for patients who are obese. Bariatric surgery is seen as a last resort for those who have tried all other conventional weight loss techniques, such as specialised diet plans, medication, exercise and more. When these techniques prove ineffective, bariatric surgery becomes a solution for many whose obesity becomes life-threatening.
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Ashtanga Yoga Ashtanga Yoga, like all forms of yoga, is structured around a certain way of living. It is based on a philosophy of being attuned to the world around you in a way that does not separate you from the things that you see and feel. Ashtanga yoga instills a philosophy of complete interconnectedness and wholesome mind and body. The practice is specifically designed around utilizing the eight “limbs”. For those of you unfamiliar with yoga, these limbs are eight representations of what elements are strengthened and focused on during t
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Depression
Depression For years, mental illness has been a conversation that most would prefer to avoid. In South Africa alone there are 23 suicides a day. 70% of South Africa’s attempted suicides have been made by people suffering from a mental illness - whether it is depression, schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. With these statistics in mind, it is irresponsible for communities to not have open and honest conversations about mental health and the rise of depression amongst today’s societies. Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses that a
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Sleep Therapy
A third of a human’s life is dedicated to sleep. We use this time for our bodies to rest, reenergize and function. If such a large portion of our lives is dedicated to the sleeping process, it is clear to understand that a significant lack of sleep will have dire consequence. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Sleep Therapists are able to assist those suffering from insomnia or various other sleeping disorders. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Many sleep disorders are the result of a person’s psychological state and issues that aren’t nece
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An introduction to biokinetics
Biokinetics is an increasingly important aspect of healthcare for many patients who suffer from the repercussions of an unhealthy lifestyle. Too little exercise, poor diet and a high-stress lifestyle have made biokinetics all the more important for those who need help improving their physical condition.
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Unlocking the Benefits of Myotherapy: How Targeted Muscle Therapy Can Alleviate Chronic Pain
In conclusion, myotherapy offers a highly effective and holistic approach to managing chronic pain.
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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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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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Online Personal Trainer
Effective online trainers find ways to keep clients motivated and accountable.
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