Monthly Archives: September 2017

Negating Neuralgia

Posted on September 30, 2017 by The Holistic Gardener

Neuralgia is a medical term that defines any pain originating from a nerve. Most often manifesting as a stabbing, sharp or burning pain. A lot of pain is ‘referred’ and this is more than true with neuralgia – meaning while … Continue reading →

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beat back backache

Posted on September 28, 2017 by The Holistic Gardener

We gardeners are prone to the odd bout of backache, only natural given the physicality of the hobby/occupation we enjoy. And sometimes it is a mere mild strain that can be walked off or which dissipates within minutes. Other times … Continue reading →

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tackling tinnitus

Posted on September 28, 2017 by The Holistic Gardener

Tinnitus is the condition of ringing, buzzing or other auditory sensations in the ears, most often triggered by exposure to loud noise or a side effect of ear-wax blockage. However it can manifest as a prolonged or recurring experience due … Continue reading →

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the polar bear thing

Posted on September 27, 2017 by The Holistic Gardener

The brilliant thing is that when you engage with life on the mindful level you experience more of life. Even in the mundane things. It is not that dishwashing becomes a Zen experience every time, it can be just a … Continue reading →

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Mindfulness as pain management

Posted on September 27, 2017 by The Holistic Gardener

You would easily be forgiven for not knowing that the original scientific studies around mindfulness and stress reduction were in relation to chronic pain sufferers. We hear so much of mindfulness as a sort of spiritual Sudoku or as a … Continue reading →

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Replying to Oral lichen planus

Posted on September 26, 2017 by The Holistic Gardener

Oral lichen planus is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the mucous membranes inside your mouth. It may present as white, lacy patches; with reddened, swollen tissues; or it can manifest as open sores or lesions. The condition can cause … Continue reading →

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simply solutions to sinusitis

Posted on September 26, 2017 by The Holistic Gardener

Sinusitis is an inflammatory condition caused by a viral or bacterial infection or a triggering allergen affecting the lining of the sinuses and presenting as a blocked or runny nose. Ancillary symptoms can include high temperature, headache  and facial pain. … Continue reading →

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Do and Don’t Foods for fibromyalgia and chronic pain

Posted on September 26, 2017 by The Holistic Gardener

Fibro is a complex cluster of complaints – not just chronic pain and stiffness but sleep issues, irritation and complications with neurotransmitters and hormones that effect mood and energy levels. There can be allied symptoms from irritable bowel to tinnitus. … Continue reading →

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How to make your own rose water for beauty and health

Posted on September 23, 2017 by The Holistic Gardener

Aromatherapists and holistic practitioners utilize rose for its antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, astringent, antibacterial and antiviral properties. Rose oil and rose water are used as a cell rejuvenator and to soothe and heals skin conditions, including cuts and burns. Cosmetically, it is … Continue reading →

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Horticultural Therapy

Posted on September 17, 2017 by The Holistic Gardener

We’ve all heard of the magazine Better Homes and Gardens. We tend to see a copy of the magazine or a gardening magazine of some sort in the waiting room of our doctor’s office or at the grocery store in…

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