THE PROBLEM WITH STRESS A healthy mind is every bit as important as a healthy body. In fact, our minds have a lot to do with keeping our bodies healthy as it talks us in – or out! – of going out for a run on a cold day, or choosing the healthy meal option over the...
With winter almost upon us, the cold and flu season is here and one of the best ways to combat colds and flu is with your diet. This chicken soup recipe comes from our Acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist, Sandra O’Hagan. Brimming with ingredients, like ginger and...
DON’T GO IT ALONE! As with everyone, the members of The Forge team like to set themselves healthier goals for the New Year. Everyone goes a little off course over the Christmas and New Year period and are ready to start with a fresh slate. This year, our reception...
MAUREEN’S HALF MARATHON On 15th March, one of our acupuncturists, Maureen McCann, ran her first half marathon. The North London Vitality Half Marathon took Maureen through lots of well known landmarks, including Wembley Stadium! A veteran of 5k and 10k runs, Maureen...
ONE LITTLE CHANGE Ever heard the expression ‘Look after the pennies and the pounds will look after themselves’? Well, the same applies to your health – lots of little changes can result in one big change. It’s easy to decide that tomorrow will be the day, the day when...
A NATURAL DIET We’ve all heard the phrase ‘everything in moderation’, but there is actually something that you can do away with completely. Convenience meals, we’re looking at you! While Julie doesn’t believe in demonising food groups, she does encourage her patients...