As every article and news programme says about our current situation with CV-19 – these really are extraordinary times. I had to close my clinic a week last ...

There are some easy actions you can take to help support your immune system and ready yourself for whatever pathogens come your way. Read on

The start of the new year is traditionally a time when our thoughts turn to our health and making resolutions – maybe because of a sense of dissatisfaction, ...

We're in the darkest part of winter now and not too far from the longest day. In traditional Chinese medicine, it is considered important to adjust our lifes...

I moved to Aberfeldy in 2015 and opened my practice there whilst still commuting to Edinburgh twice a week. I love working in both places, giving me an inter...

2018 has been a very busy year for me and it’s been a while since I wrote a blog article. So I thought I’d use a few spare minutes to let you know what I’ve ...

Happy new year to all of you… A peaceful and contented mind. Keep your mind stimulated with things you enjoy and love. Spend time with friends and family, ha...

Chinese medicine has long emphasised the importance of a good balanced diet for optimal health. This is particularly important when trying to conceive as we ...

Today marks the start of Acupuncture Awareness Week 2017… I’ll be sharing research and information about about acupuncture throughout the week on my Facebook...

The best way to improve your health and wellbeing is to take a holistic approach and aim to bring balance to the 4 pillars of your health: Your mind. The str...

Why do we get more colds in winter – the modern science perspective We all know that people seem to be more likely to catch colds in winter, – 80% more likel...

The origins of Chinese medicine can be traced back at least 4000 years when the seminal text, the Neijing was written. Its wisdom and teachings are still jus...

Our digestive systems are sensitive and can easily be damaged by eating the wrong types of foods, eating in the wrong circumstances or by emotions such as st...

We are now deep into winter with short days, long nights and freezing temperatures. It is important at this time of year to conserve our energy, slow down a ...

A couple of weeks ago was Migraine Awareness week and it inspired this latest blog as it is a subject close to my own heart. Acupuncture can help to reduce t...

Early pregnancy is a strange time. It can bring up a range of emotions – sometimes unexpectedly. I remember finding out I was pregnant with my first child. I...

We are into the darkest part of the year and there has certainly been a corresponding shift in the weather. It is important at this time of year to conserve ...

National fertility awareness week Today marks the start of National Fertility Awareness Week. 1 in 6 couples have difficulty conceiving. Sometimes some simpl...

Fertility Awareness Week is 27th October to 2nd November. Traditional Acupuncture is used to support fertility naturally and as an adjunct to Assisted Reprod...

The importance of Balance The theory of Yin and Yang outlined in Part 1 can be applied to health and is fundamental to the philosophy of Chinese Medicine. Th...