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Dear shiatsu clients

This news letter and web site have finally been born, and really, I know it’s been rather a lengthy gestation..but we’re finally here and raring to go!!

As ever, it feels slightly shocking to see the nights draw in so fast. Autumn certainly has arrived along with chilly mornings and spiders webs everywhere.

In terms of our wellbeing, it is important to recognise and enjoy the seasonal changes, seeing different fruits and vegetables come into season and `out of season foods’ being just that! Its time to consider not only what foods we’re now eating, but the cooking methods we use. The general rule-of-thumb goes; foods that grow in the height of summer need the least and quickest cooking methods, while those deeper, denser vegetables need slower and longer cooking to release all their nutrients.

As the air becomes cooler and moistens, we too may start to feel Dampness in our bodies. We may feel sluggish and tired as a result of these seasonal changes and feel the beginnings of colds starting early if our energy levels are already dropping.

What can we do to remain active, energetic and full of life?

Eat foods that drive Damp out of our bodies and drain water effectively such as lemons, rye and alfalfa – available from most good supermarkets and health food shops. Barley – a really tasty alternative to rice and other grains that cooks quickly and is cheap. Onions and parsley are easy and also useful.

There’s no better time to get out there and really walk, paying attention to posture, core muscles and breathing.

Of course you also know its time to consider booking your next shiatsu treatment in my warm inviting treatment room!

To all those who have enjoyed and supported my shiasutouch practice, welcome to my web site and thank you.

To all those who have bought treatments for their families and friends and help me build such a lively practice, thank you.

To new people reading this site and this page for the first time, welcome! And thank you to Azeem Mushtaq for bringing this web site into being.

Warmest Regards
Karen