Women with ADHD are significantly more likely to suffer from sleep dysregulation and a “Wired but Tired” pattern. In this article I look at both brain chemicals and an energetic pattern identified in Chinese Medicine that explains this phenomenon and what to do about it. Chinese Herbal Formula Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan (TWBXD) crosses the Blood Brain Barrier to influence GABA and calm the brain ready for sleep.

A deep dive into the research behind Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD).

What is the lymphatic system? How does Manual Lymphatic Drainage work? What does the research say about lymphoedema, post-surgical recovery, cosmetic surgery, pain and swelling? This evidence-informed review explores the current science, explains where the evidence is strongest, where it is still emerging, and what it may mean for people considering MLD.

By Siegrid Delaney Acupuncture, Crows Nest, Sydney.

A deep dive into the research behind acupuncture for peripheral neuropathy.

What is peripheral neuropathy? What causes it? Can acupuncture help reduce numbness, tingling, burning pain and other nerve-related symptoms? This evidence-informed review explores the current research, explains where the evidence is strongest, where it is still emerging, and what it may mean for people living with peripheral neuropathy.

By Siegrid Delaney Acupuncture, Crows Nest, Sydney.

This article focuses on how prolonged stress may be experienced through the chest and ribcage.

Taking a fresh look at the “low mood and low energy” pattern experienced by so many women juggling daily life. The combined lenses of functional medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine provide a fresh understanding of a classic problem. Could blood tests results flagged as “Normal” by your GP actually indicate a bottleneck in energy production and elimination of wastes known in TCM as Spleen Deficiency and Liver Excess?