Spring: a time of regeneration, new beginnings and renewing the spirit

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Spring is connected to the liver or to the wood character and is responsible for the smooth flow of energy (or ‘Qi’) and emotions and storing the blood. Symptoms such as bad-temperedness, irritability, depression, painful or irregular periods, constipation, pins and needles, numbness, dry skin and brittle nails and dry eyes all indicate that the liver may not be working as well as it can.
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Act now to lesson or prevent summer allergies

For many, Spring and Summer are seasons for allergies. Allergies occur due to an overreaction of the immune system to certain allergens. If you suffer from hayfever, rhinitis or have other allergies eg to dust, animals, or household products, Spring is the best time to seek treatment with acupuncture or Chinese herbs.
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The benefits of bacteria

Probiotics can be helpful for those whom experience bloating, abdominal discomfort or whom have taken a course of antibiotics and a new study reports that probiotics may help in the prevention of food poisoning.
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Are you looking for pilates in Leeds?

Jess at Holistica Health can tell you more about how pilates can help you to strengthen, stretch, relax and workout.
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