
Heat or Cold?
I often get asked the question "When should I apply heat or cold for pain/injuries?". It can sometimes be a tricky question for some to answer, and in some cases it can be a bit of both. Each case will need to be assessed. However, as a general rule of thumb, use cold for acute injuries including any swelling or inflammation. The use of heat will help relieve pain and soothe the ache associated with any muscle pain or stiffness. Without getting too technical, here is a brief

The buzzing word - Turmeric
Super Food seems to be the buzz word and very on trend at the moment. And Turmeric, the yellow Super Spice has a place in this special group. Turmeric, the yellow super spice has been widely used in Indian and South East Asian cuisine. And now, seems to have expanded its real estate into lattes, biscuits and more. So what's the hype? Research and studies have shown that the compound found in Turmeric, Curcumin, contains powerful antioxidants. It goes back in time to when this

3 simple but effective ways to address the slouching posture at work.
Here are some tips to address the issue of sitting for long hours at a desk. Take frequent breaks. I know this sounds simple. But for some, in today’s working environment, emails and video online meetings are more common than before. Getting off that chair seems to be more challenging (especially if you’re busy). Put a reminder in your calendar- to take a break and walk, get some water, say hi to a workmate who sits further away from you or better still, walk around and do so