by Rachael Jordan | Oct 31, 2018 | Blog, Nutrition
FODMAPs stands for Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides and Polyols. The full title is quite a mouthful so you’ll probably want to stick with the ugly, but easier to pronounce acronym. Why are FODMAPs getting attention in the health news these...
by Siobhan Meehan | Oct 19, 2018 | Back & Neck Pain, Blog
Despite what it sounds like, having tight hips doesn’t mean you’re a pro on the dance floor. Tight hips affect many people and the discomfort and pain associated with this problem can be life-changing. The reality is that every year we see more hip-related postural...
by Siobhan Meehan | Sep 20, 2018 | Blog, Massage
Did you know? The mouth, hands and feet are the areas of the body with the highest concentration of touch receptors. A study by the Laboratory of Clinical Neurophysiology found that endorphin levels are increased for an hour after connective tissue massage. A study...
by Siobhan Meehan | Sep 18, 2018 | Blog, Massage
Ask anyone that has enjoyed a scalp or head and shoulder massage from a trained masseuse if they feel better for it. The answer is a universal yes. Head massages are hard to beat for relaxation. But what happens to our bodies when we receive a head, scalp, and neck...
by The Bodywise Clinic | Sep 4, 2018 | Blog, Nutrition
When we feel stressed, we often blame external factors such as work, family life, traffic, or the World Cup. But recent research on the microbiome and studies on gut-brain connections show that what we eat and when we eat can alter our moods. Our gut health can...
by Siobhan Ryan | Jul 6, 2018 | Blog, Sport
Walking and running are two of the most popular forms of exercise for all age groups in Ireland. Both are relatively easy to perform, benefit your health in many ways, and are free. For most able-bodied people, walking is the simplest form of exercise. It’s also...
by Siobhan Meehan | Jun 28, 2018 | Blog, Massage
Wondering what is the difference between massage therapies? Confused about Swedish and deep tissue massage? Do you know what the benefits of sports massage are? Is reflexology a form of massage? And who can benefit from Hot Stone massage? In this article, we’ll...
by Siobhan Meehan | Jun 23, 2018 | Blog, General Health
Do you feel lethargic or experience mood swings or depression? Have you recently noticed weight gain and high blood pressure? You might have high cortisol levels. Read on to learn out about the effects of elevated cortisol on your health and what you can do about it....
by Siobhan Meehan | Jun 16, 2018 | Blog, Injury, Sport
Running season is here. For many Irish people, putting their running shoes on is a seasonal thing. Summer (whatever we call that short Irish season) is the only time many of us exercise outdoors. But what happens when you start running again after a winter hiatus? How...
by Siobhan Meehan | Apr 27, 2018 | Blog, Nutrition
Do you like Coffee? If you answer yes, then you’re part of the majority in Ireland in 2018 where more than 3 out of every 4 people drink coffee. Ever wondered what effect your cup a day has on your health? Let’s take a look at the positive and negative...
