Wellness Journal
Welcome to the Vale of Health Wellness Journal! We’re a team of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncturists, Reiki Healers and Naturopathic Nutritionists, dedicated to helping you feel better and reach your health and wellness goals. If you’ve found your way here, we’re excited to support you in making small, meaningful changes to your diet and lifestyle that can have a big impact on your overall health.
In our journal, you’ll find expert insights on holistic living, including fertility and emotional wellness. Expect tips on navigating seasonal changes, nourishing recipes, how to tackle difficult hormonal conditions, analyses of new research, and lifestyle advice rooted in ancient practices. These are the tools that have helped us and our clients, and we hope they do the same for you.
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PCOS: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Explained
Getting a PCOS diagnosis can be scary - especially if you are thinking about trying to conceive. PCOS is a complex condition with a huge range of different symptoms.
Vegetables for Immune Support
Discover the immune-boosting power of vegetables! From broccoli and bok choy to garlic and radishes, learn which vegetables are rich in nutrients like vitamins C, A, and beta-carotene, and how they can protect against sore throats, viruses, and inflammation. Maximise benefits by eating them raw or lightly cooked. Combine with whole grains for even greater healing effects!
Uveitis & A Personal Story
Learn how Ghila Bali has managed uveitis for 17 years through a gluten- and dairy-free diet, stress reduction, and a vegan lifestyle. Discover tips like using Oculoheel homeopathic eye drops, protecting eyes from wind and light, and the benefits of probiotics, vitamin D3 with K2, meditation, and sleep hygiene for reducing flare-ups.
Genes, do they affect our health?
Explore how your environment and beliefs impact your genes and health. Learn why chronic disease is influenced more by lifestyle than heredity and how shifting negative thoughts to positive ones can change outcomes. Inspired by Bruce Lipton’s Biology of Belief, discover why "our beliefs pull the trigger" in health and healing.
The Surprising Benefits of Plantain
Discover the nutritional power of plantains! Rich in fibre, vitamins A, B6, and C, magnesium, and potassium, plantains support digestion, heart health, immunity, and even weight loss. Learn how to prepare these versatile cooking bananas and why they’re a superior choice to regular bananas. Boost your health with plantains today!
Avocados, Great for Eye Health but Caution with Oxalates & Salicylates
Avocados are packed with lutein, zeaxanthin, and oleic acid, supporting eye health, heart health, and brain function. Learn how they help reduce macular degeneration and inflammation, plus their role in Chinese medicine. A note of caution: high in oxalates and salicylates, they may not suit everyone. Enjoy in moderation for maximum benefit!
Beans and Legumes: Their Amazing Benefits and How to Prepare Them
Discover the health benefits of beans and legumes, including high-quality protein, essential minerals, and their role in kidney-adrenal support. Learn how to prepare them properly for maximum nutrition.
Garlic & its Health Benefits
Discover garlic's incredible benefits, from boosting immunity and heart health to promoting detoxification. Learn its uses in Chinese medicine and a delicious garlic dip recipe.
Hives / Urticaria & Natural Remedies
Explore natural remedies for hives, including supplements, Chinese medicine tips, and homeopathic options. Learn about common triggers and effective solutions for relief.
Vitamin E during The Corona Virus Pandemic
Discover the benefits of Vitamin E for immune health, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn about its antioxidant properties, food sources, and how it supports the immune system.
Olive Oil During Corona
Discover why organic extra virgin olive oil is essential for health, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn about its anti-inflammatory, heart-boosting, and brain-supporting properties.
The Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen
Discover the Environmental Working Group's annual list of the Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen. Learn which fruits and vegetables are highest in pesticides and which are safest to buy non-organic. Make healthier food choices to reduce pesticide exposure and boost your nutrition, even when organic options are limited.
Boosting Lung Health during Corona
Strengthen your lungs and immune system during COVID-19 with natural remedies. Learn about supplements like zinc, vitamin C, A, and E, along with Chinese medicine practices, cooling foods, and Western remedies like manuka honey, garlic, and expectorants. Discover tips to reduce respiratory congestion and fever, and promote overall lung health.
Diarrhoea during Corona
Learn how anxiety and fear during Corona can trigger diarrhoea due to the gut-brain axis. Discover nutritional remedies and foods to avoid, such as rice milk, oats, and ginger, to support your digestive health. Tips include hydration, probiotics, and calming teas to ease symptoms and restore balance.
HYPERtension During Corona
Learn how to manage high blood pressure naturally during these stressful times. Discover effective lifestyle changes like the DASH diet, breathing exercises, and potassium-rich foods, plus remedies like celery, turmeric, hawthorn, and omega-3 supplements to lower hypertension and support heart health.
Melissa / Lemon Balm to Calm & Aid Sleep
Discover the soothing benefits of lemon balm (Melissa). Perfect for reducing stress, improving sleep, aiding digestion, and preventing cold sores. Learn how this antiviral, calming herb can support your health, especially during spring and summer. A natural solution for IBS, insomnia, and more.
How Pure is Your Drinking Water…?
Learn why clean drinking water is essential for health. Explore filtration options like Big Berkey and Reverse Osmosis to remove toxins while retaining minerals. Improve hydration, detox, and overall wellbeing.
Corona Virus
Learn how to boost your immunity during COVID-19 with nutrition tips, quercetin-rich foods, and immune-supporting supplements like zinc and vitamin C. Find joy and calm in challenging times. Stay healthy, stay kind!