Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and the Low FODMAP Diet
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common condition that affects the digestive system. The exact cause of IBS…
Your Brain on drugs: MDMA
Ecstasy, 3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine or Molly are common names for the synthetic hallucinogenic drug widely known as MDMA. What does…
Your Brain on Drugs: Cocaine
Cocaine is a drug derived from the leaves of coca plant which is native to South America and…
Post Covid Reality: Hypochondria/ Health Anxiety
In the past two years, we have been bombarded with news about infected people, vaccines, side effects, and…
What to expect when meeting with a personal trainer for the first time
If it is the first time you are visiting a personal trainer you may have some questions related to…
What to expect when going to the physiotherapist for the first time
If it is the first time you are visiting a physiotherapist it is possible that you may have…
Counselling · General · Health
Breath in Therapy
If you’ve noticed your therapist asking about your breath, there’s a good reason for this. Oftentimes I ask…
High Blood Pressure and Diet
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is very common in Malta, affecting 1 in 5 adults. If leftuntreated, it…
What is sleep paralysis?
Sleep paralysis is a type of parasomnia (sleep disorder) that can be described as a “brain glitch” between…
The body (and) psychotherapy
There’s a general consensus among practitioners and scientists alike regarding the relationship between the body and the mind,…
How Can a Dietitian Help You Lose Weight?
Losing weight can be challenging, but what is even more challenging is maintaining a healthier weight. A dietitian…
Chronic Pain is so Painful…
How difficult is it to live with chronic pain? How taxing is it for someone to have to…