28 August 2013

Why I Love Esoteric Healing

Esoteric Healing is a form of energetic healing that relaxes, energises and improves wellbeing. Esoteric simply means hidden… so we are healing from the hidden within. 

From a belief that the unhindered connection with our own soul is the key to fullness of living, the Esoteric Healing process aims to improve the flow of soul energy through the physical, emotional and mental aspects of the person to strengthen the soul connection. 

An Esoteric Healing session targets the energetic field surrounding each person, the etheric field. Radiating this energetic field there are seven major energy centres also known as chakras (+ 21 minor centres and 49 lesser centres). Each chakra is associated with particular organs, glands and parts of the body. 

Each Esoteric Healing session commences with an energetic scanning of the body, a chakra balance and vitality charge! Then the Healing will be directed to your specific centres of need, integrating, uplifting and grounding. 

During a healing, and beyond, people experience calmness, quietness of mind, easing of physical discomfort – signs that they are better connected to their soul plan. During a healing you may lay down or be seated in a chair, and remain fully clothed. Physical contact is minimal as healing is directed through the etheric field. People have described feeling tingling, warmth, gentle movement, clarity of thought, seeing colours, sensing peace, connecting with emotions and feeling deeply relaxed.

An Esoteric Healing session lasts 30 minutes – so easy to fit into a busy schedule – making it simple to enjoy a series of weekly healing sessions to keep you balanced, in check and connected. 

21 August 2013

Krill oil vs Fish oil


Many people are attracted to Krill Oil over Fish Oil products due to the apparent lesser number of capsules required, however which is really best?  Well, like most things it comes down to your individual needs.

The research involving Krill oil has largely been conducted into its effects on cholesterol levels – yes, it has been found to reduce LDL (bad cholesterol), and triglycerides and increase HDL (good cholesterol).  There is also some additional research supporting the use of Krill oil for arthritis and mental health – issues for which Fish Oil are commonly recommended, and into which there has been much more research conducted.

Krill’s lesser dosage requirement is due to the seemingly better absorption of omega-3 oils due to 30-65% of the omega-3 fatty acids being incorporated into phospholipids – just like our cell membranes.  Also, Krill naturally contains antioxidants including astaxathin.  But both phospholipids and antioxidants can be damaged by processing methods and temperature extremes so make sure you are buying a top quality product and storing it in a cool cupboard (this goes for Fish Oil too).  Of course, I recommend the Practitioner Only brands that we have at MCM and NLCM.

So, what is my recommendation?  If you are attempting to reduce cholesterol levels, then I recommend Krill Oil at a dose of around 3 grams to start, and re-testing lipid profile in about 3 months.  If your goal is to reduce inflammation/pain, support good mood and concentration, for general cardiovascular health and wellbeing, preconception, or brain and nerve development, at this stage I would still recommend Fish Oil – different forms and dosages depending on your individual needs, so talk to me.

When taking Krill Oil for cholesterol reduction, it appears you need about two thirds of the amount of EPA + DHA (the active ingredients) compared to what you would take as Fish Oil.  So keep this in mind when comparing products because Krill Oil is more expensive than fish oil.  Also, compare Krill with a Fish Oil product that offers concentrated amounts of active ingredients to lessen the capsules required per day, or even better - try a liquid form.

Don’t take Krill Oil if you have a shellfish allergy, and talk to me before taking either supplement if you are on blood-thinning medications. (References available on request.)