Healing Harmony

Gastritis is an inflammation of the stomach lining. In some cases, the stomach lining may be "eaten away," leading to sores (peptic ulcers) in the stomach or first part of the small intestine. Gastritis can occur suddenly (acute gastritis) or gradually (chronic gastritis). The major cause of Gastritis is lifestyle related‐Hurry, Worry and of course the Indian Curry!! Signs and Symptoms: ·          Indigestion (dyspepsia) ·          Heartburn ·          Abdominal pain ·          Hiccups ·          Loss of appetite ·          Nausea ·          Vomiting ·          Blood stained vomit/stools is an alarming condition that may be indicative of a bleed...

Dysmenorrhoea (Menstrual cramps) is defined as difficult menstrual flow or painful menstruation. Menstrual cramps of some degree affect more than an estimated 50% of women, and among these, up to 15% would describe their menstrual cramps as severe. Surveys of adolescent girls show that over 90% of girls report having menstrual cramps. There are 2 types of dysmenorrhoea: 1. Primary Dysmenorrhoea 2. Secondary dysmenorrhoea It is menstrual pain that's not a symptom of an underlying gynaecologic disorder but is related to the normal process of menstruation. Fortunately for many women, the problem eases as they mature, particularly after pregnancy. Although it may be painful and sometimes debilitating for brief periods of time, it is not harmful. Primary dysmenorrhoea is more likely to affect adolescent girls. Release of hormones like prostaglandins cause the uterus to contract. When the uterine muscles contract, they constrict the blood supply to the tissue of the endometriu...

Chakra is a Sanskrit word meaning “spinning wheel”. There are several chakras and the numbers vary per various philosophies. However their function is to absorb, assimilate and transmit energy-vital energy and connect us directly to the universal energy. The benefit of learning about your own chakra system is for you to understand on a whole (whole = body, mind and spirit in harmony) that when all parts of you (all of your seven chakra centers) are communicating equally and working in alliance with each other-if they are not blocked you will feel vitalized. Nowadays, we live in a fast world and often forget about our “whole.” We put too much emphasis on independence and very little on interdependence. Our chakras are interdependent on each other for harmony and balance. The 7 main chakras are located in the central line of the body: 1st chakra/Root/Muldhara: Located near the base of the spine. Survival, fear & security issues. Issues relating to work, live...