
Exercise and Gut Health: A Path to Recovery for Cancer Survivors
In the journey of cancer survivorship, maintaining overall health becomes a primary focus. Today’s blog post explores a crucial yet often
In the journey of cancer survivorship, maintaining overall health becomes a primary focus. Today’s blog post explores a crucial yet often
In the realm of human health and disease, the intestinal microbiota, a vast collection of microorganisms within our gut, plays a
It's no secret that regular exercise is essential for overall health, but did you know it can also play a significant
Art therapy is a transformative process that utilizes creativity and professional guidance to aid individuals facing illness, trauma, or personal challenges.
Prostate health is a topic of growing concern, and research is shedding light on the relationship between lifestyle choices and the
It's quite astonishing how a wide array of chemicals found both in our surroundings and consumer products can cast an impact
Hello there, curious minds! Today, we're unravelling a fascinating relationship that goes beyond what meets the eye – the intricate link
As part of a healthy lifestyle, exercise routines and increased movement specifically contribute to improved cardiovascular fitness, reduced systemic inflammation,2,3 and
Many oral health products, such as toothpaste and mouthwash, contain harmful ingredients. The mouth and gums are particularly susceptible to absorbing
New evidence from a large-scale study supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) suggests that omega-3 fatty acids could potentially
The cancer-research arm of the World Health Organisation (WHO) has classified the low-calorie sweetener aspartame as ‘possibly carcinogenic’. The International Agency
Physiotherapists have strong knowledge and skills to deal with many of the functional problems that result from cancer treatment. The role
How much do we really know about the microbiome? What does it take to identify new probiotic strains and their associated
Weight-bearing exercise and proper nutrition play a crucial role in maintaining bone health, especially during breast cancer treatment. Incorporating a combination
There are multiple factors that will influence the growth of mycotoxins. Some of these include the temperature, humidity, the type
Glyphosate is the main active ingredient for many broad-spectrum herbicides. The use of glyphosate has increased over 25-fold in the last
With the rising prevalence of chronic disease, nutrition-based interventions are fundamental components of many therapeutic strategies for disease treatment and prevention.
Burnout is a state of mental and physical exhaustion that can zap the joy out of your career, friendships, and family
Zonulin is a protein that modulates the permeability of tight junctions between cells of the wall of the digestive tract. It
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The human gut contains both good and bad bacteria. In healthy people, there is a balance between these two types of
The Bowen Technique is a gentle, non-invasive bodywork therapy developed by Tom Bowen in Australia in the 1950s. It involves gentle rolling moves over muscles, tendons, and fascia, interspersed with short pauses to allow the body to respond and integrate the changes.
The Bowen Technique stimulates the autonomic nervous system to promote self-healing and restores balance and relieves pain or tension by addressing the body as a whole. Beneficial for musculoskeletal pain (e.g. back, neck, shoulders), headaches, stress, sports injuries, and general wellbeing.
In the field of kinesiology, Total Body Modification (TBM) is a unique and comprehensive system of healing that operates on the principle that the body has an innate intelligence and capacity to heal itself, provided its regulatory systems are functioning optimally. Developed by Dr. Victor L. Frank, TBM is a form of energy medicine that combines chiropractic principles, acupuncture concepts, and applied kinesiology techniques.
The core idea behind TBM is that the body can become "switched off" or imbalanced due to physical, chemical, or emotional stress. These imbalances create functional blocks within the nervous system, preventing the body from regulating itself effectively. This can manifest as a wide range of symptoms, from pain and fatigue to digestive issues, allergies, and emotional distress.
Orthodynamics is a non-invasive bodywork technique designed to relieve structural pain, long-term injuries, and stress stored in the body. It works by using trigger points and gentle movements to release trauma, realign posture, and restore natural movement patterns. By mimicking the body’s position during the original traumatic event, it helps the "body mind" recognize and gently release stored pain and tension. This method is especially effective for resolving muscle spasms and chronic holding patterns, promoting lasting postural correction without pain.
Fitgenes is a nutrigenomics program that provides personalised health and wellness insights based on your unique genetic makeup. While you cannot change your genes, the science of nutrigenomics shows that you can influence how your genes "express" themselves (how they behave) through your diet, exercise, and lifestyle choices. The program Fitgenes offers a sophisticated strategy to make informed choices and maintain wellbeing.
Your body is unique, and so are your nutritional needs.
At Vitawell Wellness we offer the renowned Metabolic Balance program. This personalised nutrition approach helps you achieve optimal health, effectively addressing overweight, obesity, and reducing your cancer risk. The program includes positive mindset techniques to support your emotional/stress eating problems, personal food preferences, meal ideas & recipes, and nutritional education. Prevention at its best.
Cancer-related is one of the most
common side effects of cancer and its treatments. Like fatigue, cancer fatigue is
whole-body exhaustion that you feel no matter how much sleep or rest you get.
Cancer fatigue takes exhaustion a step further: You feel physically, emotionally and
mentally exhausted most of the time. Cancer fatigue may last a few weeks (acute) or
for months or years (chronic).
To improve energy effectively, we provide modalities
ranging from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy therapies, to herbal medicine and
targeted nutritional interventions.
Providing quality care and services to
our patients is our utmost commitment. Our approach prioritises a holistic and
integrative method to health and wellness, ensuring that each patient receives
personalised and effective treatment.
Our acupuncture services, including traditional
acupuncture, medical acupuncture, and laser acupuncture, are designed to stimulate
the body's natural healing processes, reduce pain, and improve overall health.
In addition to acupuncture, we provide specialised physiotherapy services aimed at
restoring movement, improving function, and alleviating pain Our commitment to
quality care is reflected in our dedication to continuously improving our services and
staying abreast of the latest advancements in medical and complementary
treatments.
We are devoted to helping our patients achieve the best possible health
outcomes through compassionate, comprehensive, and patient-centred care.
At Vitawell Wellness, our goal is to help you thrive into lasting wellness after cancer treatments. Our holistic approach focuses on rebuilding your unique profile by restoring the health, strength, and balance of your immune, nervous, gut, adrenal, and endocrine systems. This comprehensive wellbeing, in turn, helps reduce the risk of cancer recurrence. At Vitawell Wellness we will provide you with the essential tools and the appropriate program to achieve and to maintain optimal health and enduring wellness. Enquire about our supportive and individualised programs.
The state of mind impacts health through the mind-body connection. We believe that that body and mind are one, that the mind feeds the body just as the body feeds the mind. Since emotions, feelings, thoughts, beliefs, actions, and behaviour impact and literally shape wellbeing, we focus on strengthening your mental and emotional life.
We strive to help you cultivate and maintain hope, calm, optimism, and inner-peace. We want to know how you feel; we listen and support you in regaining power with positive actions, step-by-step into wellness.
After the conclusion of cancer treatments, we strongly recommend that you follow our clinical detoxification program. At Vitawell Wellness we are aware that some common health issues from cancer treatments may have lasting effects.
We strongly believe in the power of detoxification as a method of regaining strength, balance, and wellness. Our personalised program is sensible, gentle but effective, and includes stress reduction techniques and lifestyle changes.
At Vitawell Wellness we provide personalised and appropriate dietary plans before, during and after cancer treatments.
We focus on addressing your current nutritional status and develop the right diet for you. "One size does not fit all" principle applies to your diet. Each person is unique and therefore variability exists between nutrient-sense diets.
We provide a 7 day menu plan, shopping lists and recipes that reflect food preferences and sensitivities. The menu plans are easy to follow. Each food is selected for its specific content of nutrients. Healthy foods positively support your whole person wellness.
We are increasingly aware that we face countless health challenges every day. Some of them will significantly contribute to a cancer diagnosis. We also have the tools to modify these challenges. Making proactive choices about your diet, increasing physical activity, managing stress, optimising hormonal balance, and minimising environmental exposures is a direct and potent strategy for your future health.
Nutrition plays a foundational role in our health, influencing everything from our energy levels and mood to our susceptibility to illness. Nutritional Medicine is not just about avoiding unhealthy foods; it is about strategically using food and evidence-based nutritional supplements as theraputic tools. This approach recognises that each person's nutritional needs are unique, influenced by their genetics, lifestyle, environment and specific health conditions.
Herbal medicine is the oldest and the most widely used system of medicine in the world today. It is medicine made exclusively from plants.
Herbal medicine is validated by rigorous scientific research which has explored the complex chemistry of plants. Many modern pharmaceuticals have been modelled on, or derived from, phytochemicals found in herbs. Increasing research on herbal medicine demonstrates that liquid botanicals play a critical role during, before and after a diagnosis of cancer.
Vitawell Wellness seeks to provide only the highest quality full spectrum herbal extracts available.
Cancer requires negotiation and navigation. Decisions must be made. Directions must be pursued. The decisions and directions often occur in the middle of stress, fear, trauma, and many other challenging emotions. The skills with which people negotiate and navigate their cancer journey are better supported by combining conventional treatments with evidence-based natural medicine.
At Vitawell Wellness, we design individual programs to support you regardless of your diagnosis and the stage of your cancer. We collect all critical information about your state of health and help you in your decision-making process with the wisdom and the experience that comes from years of clinical practice. We work in alignment with what you think, feel, say, and do. In this way, we honour your self-awareness, your knowledge and views and integrate them in safe practices.