In the summer, we tend to think about eating salads ... rather than soup. And that's fine if your constitution suits eating raw vegetables. But for many people, it's not a great idea. Why? Because of something Chinese medicine calls "damp". It won't come as much of a surprise to you to discover that here in the UK, we live in a damp climate. And if you think what a dampening (sorry ...) effect weeks of rain, gloomy skies and cancelled outdoor events have on our feelings of wellbeing and … [Read more...]
Acupuncture
Acupuncture benefits people in many ways. Read Rosanna’s posts and you will discover how acupuncture can help you navigate through the challenges of life - physically, mentally and emotionally.
Summer – heat & thunderstorms, work & rest
It's been a while since I last posted, because I've been busy - re-establishing my acupuncture & Zero Balancing practice in Northampton, working long days in Daventry, supporting our son as he ploughs through his GCSEs and putting in hours and hours in the garden. Now, I know this is an unpopular thing to say, but I don't love the hot weather - I love the fact that others love it, and after the inappropriate chill and damp of just ten days ago, I'm happy for my vegetable plants - but as any … [Read more...]
Acupuncture for women’s health issues
Women tell me that they want to be seen as human beings, when they seek help for any number of health issues - like painful periods, menopause symptoms, fertility problems, or pregnancy-related symptoms like morning sickness. That's not too much to ask, is it? Well, of course it's not too much to ask, but in the extreme busy-ness of the NHS, or even of private fertility clinics, there often just isn't the time available to ask how all these things actually FEEL to the woman … [Read more...]
Spring forward?
We’ve had wonderful warm sunny weather recently, and it’s amazing how people’s spirits are uplifted by a spell of bright days. When our energy is running smoothly, the shift into springtime brings with it a surge of dynamism – new ideas, new plans, new inspiration, all running together to bring fresh impetus to life. But what if you’re not feeling enthusiastic? If your energy is still sluggish, and you just can’t get yourself in gear? This is actually very common, particularly in our … [Read more...]