Dance
“We should consider every day lost on which we have not danced at least once.” ― Friedrich Nietzsche
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Crystal Healing When it comes to health and wellness, it would be limiting for us to only accept and utilize one facet of health care. Some people turn to Crystal Healing when they have found that Western Medicine just isn’t what they are after. If you are interested in taking a step towards using Crystal Healing for your health, this article will be able to act as a guide to get you on your way. The Body and Crystal Healing It is easy to see how people may seem skeptical about putting their health in the hands of a pretty stone. People who p
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Prenatal Personal Trainers It goes without saying that your body is going to change immensely whilst you carry a child inside of you, so many women are often confused as to how they should treat their body during pregnancy. Despite the advice your mother and grandmother have given you about the dangers of exercise during pregnancy, prenatal exercise can have massive benefits if done safely and correctly. Prenatal Personal Trainers have two specific goals in mind. Firstly, the want to train your body to have an easy and non-complicated labour
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Acupressure Acupressure is another effective form of traditional Chinese healing that dates back to almost 2000 years and is still in practice today. Acupressure is a form of healing that is similar to acupuncture but makes use of pressure instead of needles. Acupressure focuses on placing pressure on certain points of the body in order to alleviate a variety of different symptoms. The foundation of acupressure is built upon the idea of healing through the cleansing of energy meridians in our body. These ‘meridians’ act as pathways for energy
Read moreDoulas
Doulas are trained birth companions who provide emotional, physical, and informational support to women and their partners during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.
Read moreColour 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.
Read moreBiofeedback Therapy
Biofeedback Therapy Think about the movements you can control – you control if you want to move your arm or if you want to walk. Just as we can control a variety of movements, there are functions in our body that are involuntary and are often not though about. These functions include heart rate, blood pressure and muscle tension. Biofeedback Therapy is a form of therapy that teaches patients to have control over these involuntary movements. How Does it Work? Biofeedback Therapy is a drug free practice that focuses on bring awareness to the
Read moreChiropractors
Chiropractors are healthcare professionals who specialize in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders, particularly those affecting the spine and nervous system
Read morePrenatal Yoga
Prenatal Yoga Yoga is a practice that embodies mind, body and soul. Pregnancy happens to be something that challenges the mind, body and soul. Pregnancy is an incredible journey that can be a testing time, and using Yoga throughout your pregnancy is beneficial to the way you experience being pregnant as well as how you experience giving birth. The Benefits of Prenatal Yoga Your body is always changing – and this change is experienced at an even more drastic and rapid rate when a woman’s body is carrying a child. Prenatal Yoga practices are
Read moreFitness and Personal Trainers
Personal Training – Fitness Personal training has become increasingly popular throughout the years, with people becoming more concerned with their health, fitness and strength. Personal training is hiring somebody to assist you on your health and fitness journey. Personal trainers are professionally equipped to train you in a way that is effective and safe. Who Benefits from a Personal Trainer? Personal trainers do not only cater to professional athletes and the fitness mad – they are extremely beneficial to individuals who want to make a
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Hypnotherapy For those who are more accustomed to traditional forms of treatment when it comes to health and wellness, hypnotherapy may seem like a foreign and slightly strange practice. However, if you have found that western behavior therapy has been unsuccessful for you, it may be time to explore other options such as Hypnotherapy! At Health4You, you will be able to find professional Hypnotherapists in your area. What is Hypnotherapy? Hypnotherapy is an alternative form of behavioral treatment. Hypnotherapy is used to change the cognitiv
Read moreSpiritual Leaders and Guidance
Through understanding, healing, spiritual intervention, guidance, and manifestation techniques, they support you on your journey towards reconciliation and the restoration of love in your life.
Read moreBootcamp
More often that not, people tend to either choose cardio or strength without ever considering combining the two. Making sure you have a balance between both means that your fitness regime is more diverse and beneficial to your health as a whole. Mixing strength training and cardio is essential when it comes to getting results, ensuring that you are losing fat whilst replacing it with muscle.
Read moreAnusara Yoga
Anusara partakes in a non-dual Tantric philosophy, meaning that their teachings revolve around the idea that there can only be good, and that goodness knows no opposite
Read moreMyotherapy vs. Massage Therapy: Understanding Their Roles in Health and Wellness
Discover the differences between Myotherapy and Massage Therapy, their unique techniques, and how to choose the right one for your health needs
Read moreObesity in South Africans
OBESITY AND LACK OF PHYSICAL FITNESS AMONG SOUTH AFRICANS Obesity is characterized by an excessive accumulation of body fat. If a person weights 20% more than is given in the standard height/weight tables, one is considered to be obese. Except for heavily muscled persons, this is presumed to be correct. Obesity is caused by consuming too much food and not consuming the energy that we obtain from the food we eat. If the body does not utilise all the energy it is stored as body fat. Obesity is not only an adult disease but it appears as in
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