There’s been so much about this in the media over the last year and we talk about the peri-menopause and then the menopause but it can all get a bit confusing, so which one are you in and what does it mean for you? Put simply, the peri-menopause is the period of time leading up […]
If I asked people what they’d missed most during this period of lockdown, I know the majority of people would say being able to hug people. To hold someone’s hand, to have proper human contact. Because it’s an innate need in all of us and having that stripped away can give us a strange feeling […]
If I asked people what they’d missed most during this period of lockdown, I know the majority of people would say being able to hug people, to hold their hand, to have proper human contact. Because it’s an innate need in all of us and having that stripped away can give us a strange feeling […]
Ah, the bliss of a full eight hours sleep! But how many of us actually manage that? Or is taking ages to unwind and be able to get to sleep, waking up multiple times a night, waking way too early or tossing and turning with a busy brain your reality? If it is, you aren’t […]
MAR and MARR may not mean anything to a non-reflexologist. Unless, however, you’ve done your research about who to go to… The truth about reflexology is that its an unregulated industry and ANYBODY can set themselves up as a reflexologist or even as a reflexology tutor – they’ve only got to have done an often […]
The modern world can bring challenges. There seem to be more pressures, more to do, more balls to juggle and we often doubt ourselves. We scroll through our social media newsfeeds, comparing ourselves to the lives of others and telling ourselves we fall short. We all do it: “why doesn’t my house look like that? […]
January can be a time we struggle with in a normal year. But a winter lockdown can be especially challenging. And January 18th is said to be ‘Blue Monday’ – the most depressing day of the year. But it’s actually not. It was created as a marketing ploy by a travel company as a […]
Lots of us know when our periods are due because we may feel a little tetchy, tearful or bloated. But did you know you’re actually at the end of autumn and coming into winter when that happens? Whereas our main focus used to be on those 3-7 days where we had our period, there is […]
Autumn and winter can be wonderful seasons, but not if you’re already struggling with colds or are desperately wanting to stay as well as possible. So, our amazing kinesiologist, Liza, shares her top tips for boosting your immune system the natural way … “Autumn is one of my favourite times of year! The countryside becomes a […]
Spring is nearly ‘officially’ here – hurrah! But that also means that it’s getting closer to that time of year when we lose an hour’s sleep. And that can be a bit of a shock to the system! Although that transition into spring feels great with increased daylight and a sense of positivity, the loss […]
If someone asked you what the strongest part of your body was, what would you say? Is it the heart which beats approximately 2.5 billion times over 70 years? Or the masseter muscle (found in the jaw and the one we use to chew) – the bite strength of an average man is between 117 […]
I read an article in the newspaper recently that shared the story of Hannah. It reported that, lying on her side in front of her bedroom mirror, Hannah had ignited a long, tapered candle and then inserted its unlit end into her ear. But as she attempted the delicate manoeuvre, the candle slipped from her […]
I have to be honest, there are lots of us out there and it can be a bit overwhelming when faced with so much choice! Not all therapists will be right for all people so how do you go about choosing the one who will be able to help you achieve your goals? Even though […]
Ranging from a 3 pm coffee-crash throb to an agonising pain that leaves you light-sensitive and nauseated, headaches are something most, if not all of us, have experienced. Headaches come in all shapes and sizes, from brutal migraines that pulse steadily for up to three days to sinus headaches that make your whole face—from chin […]
The summer holidays are here! Which means more than just hopefully sunny days (they’ll be back soon!) and time to relax a little. It’s also the time of exhausted teachers who have finished a long and hectic term. Equally exhausted parents who are juggling overtired and excited children with work and ways of keeping their familes entertained […]
There are two little hormone glands, about the size of a grape, that sit just on top of our kidneys. Your adrenal glands are only small but they play such a HUGE part in our wellbeing and they really do appreciate a bit of love and care. They may not be the largest of the hormone glands […]
Kinesiology… or should we say Kinesy-what? Being a kinesiologist is one of the most rewarding jobs on the planet, however despite my enthusiasm and often rather joyful announcement of my profession, it is usually followed by a fairly blank expression and a “kinesy-what sorry??!”. Now Kinesiology, just like it’s name, can be a little difficult […]
Feeling stressed and in need of a quick and effective tool to help you relax? Deep effective breathing can trigger a relaxation response in your body and help you feel at ease and refreshed. But this isn’t always easy to do when you’re already feeling uptight and anxious and don’t know how to start calming […]
Some of us have never had a massage. Yes, honestly. Some for very good reasons. But often because you may feel unsure, apprehensive or a little anxious at the prospect. So the beginning of a new year feels like a good time to address some of those concerns, especially because you won’t be the only one who […]
It’s that time of year again! The Christmas lights have been officially switched on, the shops are full of all things festive and we suddenly feel that time and our ‘to-do’ lists are definitely against us. Arrgghh!! I have to admit that I love Christmas. It is quite possibly my favourite time of year and […]
“How Do I Stop Feeling Tired” is a question we are regularly asked at The Camomile Rooms. If you’re suffering from constantly feeling exhausted, the top tips we share in this article can help you to beat fatigue. Check You’re Not Suffering From A Medical Condition Research shows that 1 in 5 of us are […]
You know when you really feel that some sort of pampering or ‘feel good’ treatment is exactly what you need to help you feel more like yourself? But wait! Hold on, you can’t because you’ve heard one of these myths that will supposedly prevent you from having a treatment: You are being treated for cancer […]
After a busy week and the relief of a break from the routine at the weekend, it can be all too tempting to sneak a little Sunday morning lie-in! Especially when the clocks have gone back and we get an extra hour in bed! And as much as we non-morning people hate to admit it, […]