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FHT board members complement The Ultimate Guide to Natural Healing
The FHT was delighted to be given the opportunity to support Natural Health magazine’s Complementary Therapies Special – The Ultimate Guide to Natural Healing – in the September issue. The special includes a page devoted to what complementary therapy is, what to look for in a therapist and what to expect from a treatment. It also highlighted…
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Postural awareness linked to improvements in chronic neck pain
Postural awareness training can be a useful tool in improving chronic neck pain in clients, according to a study published in Spine. The study aimed to establish whether postural awareness contributed to exercise-induced improvements in neck pain intensity, with a secondary analysis examining tai chi and neck exercises. More than 70 participants with chronic nonspecific…
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Quote of the week
“Destiny is a name often given in retrospect to choices that had dramatic consequences.” – J.K. Rowling What choices have you made that decided your destiny? Tell us in the comments!
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Are your plans afoot for World Reflexology Week yet?
World Reflexology Week, which runs from 18-24 September, is a wonderful opportunity to show potential clients and employers the many benefits this complementary therapy has to offer.
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Holistic Therapist magazine taps FHT Vice President for advice on recharging
FHT Vice President, Christopher Byrne, looks at ways to preserve and boost your energy in the latest issue of Holistic Therapist Magazine. Some of his tips include: Stay hydrated Keep a journal Spend time outdoors Get a good night’s sleep And lots more! You can read the full article here.
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Quote of the week
It’s Friday! Time for a motivational quote: “We need to start work with the idea that we’re going to learn every day.” – Chanda Kochhar What’s the most important thing you’ve learned in your work? Let us know!
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Craving before menstruation is a cultural phenomenon
What if chocolate cravings, experienced by 50% of women before their period were the result of culture, rather than a natural physical response? Scientists at the the State University of New York seem to think so. In a paper published recently, they have shown that out of 275 women of diverse backgrounds, foreign-born women were…
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FHT Members’ News – August Issue
The August issue of FHT Members’ News is out today! Featuring the latest news in the therapy world, job and training opportunities, as well as information about your membership, make sure you don’t miss out. This month’s news includes: Last chance for early bird tickets to the Members’ Dinner 2017 FHT Excellence Awards update Volvo…
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Yoga may help improve working memory
Practising yoga may be beneficial for both your memory and wellbeing, according to a recent study published in the PLOS ONE online journal. The study examined the effect of yoga practice on cognitive function, by looking at measures of working memory both before and after six sessions of yoga. More than 40 participants were asked…
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Quote of the week
What’s that sound? It’s the approaching weekend! “I need to listen well so that I hear what is not said.” – Thuli Madonsela What do you think makes a good listener? Let us know!
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FHT and MND leading out in race across London
FHT Member Will McAllister helped cyclists at the MND Association’s cycling event on 30 July.
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UK microbead ban in cosmetics set for 2018
The UK government has announced a ban on microbead plastics in cosmetics from 2018. The ban is said to be the strongest to date on the tiny plastic beads that pollute the world’s oceans, causing harm to fish and other marine life. The ban follows calls from the public, scientists and MPs and will come…
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