Shiatsu and pregnancy: what’s safe, what’s not, and what to ask

Many expectant mothers in Chelsea are turning to shiatsu during pregnancy for support with back pain, morning sickness, and anxiety. Here’s what’s safe, what to avoid, and what to ask your practitioner.

How Long Is a Shiatsu Session — and How Many Will You Need?

How long does a shiatsu session last — and how many sessions will you actually need? Jan Murphy at Chelsea Natural Health explains what to expect, how different conditions respond, and how to build a realistic treatment plan.

Is Shiatsu Painful? What to Honestly Expect on the Table

Wondering whether shiatsu is going to hurt? Jan Murphy, registered shiatsu practitioner at Chelsea Natural Health Clinic, gives an honest, experience-based answer to one of the most common questions new clients ask.

Does Shiatsu Really Work? What the Evidence (and Our Clients) Say

Does shiatsu work? After more than two decades in practice at Chelsea Natural Health Clinic, Jan Murphy shares the research, the evidence and what clients actually experience — so you can decide for yourself.

Mega C Super Citrus Juice

  You’ve heard it before: Increasing your vitamin C intake is one of the easiest ways to boost your immune system. It is essential for helping to ward off sickness and promote a healthy immune system. Vitamin C is also required for the growth and repair cells, assists with nutrient absorption, wards off premature aging, … Read more

Pregnancy Shiatsu

  Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese massage.  It is a safe and effective form of bodywork in pregnancy and the postpartum period.  Pregnancy is a time of extraordinary change and development for both mother and baby.  Regular shiatsu sessions can help the mother to adapt to the changes that are taking place.  The deep breathing … Read more

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR HELPS WITH ACID REFLUX!

This month I would like to bring your attention to apple cider vinegar. It is probably in your kitchen, but did you know about the amazing health benefits that come along with it? 1. Helps Heartburn and Acid Reflux Acid reflux usually results from having too little acid in the stomach. Apple cider vinegar is full of … Read more