A panic attack can strike without warning and without an obvious reason, bringing with it overwhelming, sometimes paralyzing fear and terror. The experience is far more intense than a feeling of being ‘stressed out’, and terrified victims often report that they thought they were going crazy, losing control, or even having a heart attack.

Panic attacks range from feelings of uneasiness to immobilizing bouts of terror. In this extreme state people experience white-knuckle, heart-pounding terror that strikes suddenly and without warning. Since they can’t predict when these attacks will happen they may live in constant worry that another one could strike at any time. Read more…

If you are feeling as though your body is operating at less than optimum performance, there is a good chance that you would benefit from a detox. Modern life makes it almost impossible to avoid the toxins in synthetic air fresheners, aerosol sprays, paints, solvents and other environmental toxins, - not to mention all those preservatives in the food we eat. It’s hardly surprising that we need to detoxify from time to time! Read more…

The humble lemon is arguably the most versatile of all the citrus fruits, being employed in a vast assortment of food, beverages, skincare, perfumery and toiletry products. In addition, the lemon contains the widest range of medicinal properties of all citrus fruits.

Surprising as it may sound, the precise origin of the lemon tree has never been established. Most experts propose it was Eastern India, with a minority of others suggesting it was upper Burma or China. Like many other citrus fruits, the lemon has been hybridised so many times throughout history that it seems unlikely we will ever establish its true provenance. Read more…

As well as commemorating the arrival of Spring last month, we also celebrated picking up our latest award at the Natural Health magazine Beauty Awards 2009!

We were honoured and delighted that for the 5th year in succession, a product from our Aroma-botanicals® natural skin care range has won acclaim from the beauty experts at the prestigious Natural Health magazine. Read more…

Are you aware that you can become a healthier, happier and more successful person by making a few simple changes to your lifestyle? That’s right, it’s absolutely true - and not difficult to do either.

But to achieve this you do need to make global changes, not just improve your diet or exercise a little more. The real secret to enjoying a healthy and happy life is in achieving and maintaining a state of balance between your body and mind. It has been written many times before, but only when we have achieved equilibrium between mind, body and spirit can we really experience total health and wellbeing. Read more…