Can I mention the ‘C’ word yet?  When I mean the ‘C’ word of course I am talking about Christmas, yes I know its only the start of September but behind the scenes at Essential Thyme there has been a lot of planning and preparation to introduce to you a new bigger...

Why do you ask for my Medical Conditions and Medications?  Firstly, before I go into this blog post, I want to ask you a question.   Would you attend an appointment that was related to your health but not divulge information about any medical conditions or...

Massage for Health vs Massage as a Treat  Many people see having a massage is only a treat or luxury and only have them once or twice a year or if given them as a present.  However, times are changing, and more people are realizing the benefits of having a...

What is Sciatica and how can I help alleviate the pain?  Sciatica is a range of different symptoms caused by the compression or irritation of the root of the Sciatic nerve.  The medical terminology is Lumber Radiculopathy.  The Sciatic nerve is the...

Has working from home had a negative effect on your body?  So, as we are starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel and hopefully emerging from Lockdown 3 in England, have you thought how Lockdown  and working from home might have affected you either...

Understanding Aromatherapy - Clinical Aromatherapy Diploma  Why is understanding Aromatherapy important - I thought essential oils are all natural as the come from plants so they must be safe are they not? Essential oils are derived from plants and are distilled...

Lack of Focus/Concentration getting you down in lockdown?  We have nearly made our way through January which is usually a tough month without Lockdown and Covid restrictions. Mood and energy levels are lower at the moment with not being able to see or hug our...

Eucalyptus - Its the season of cold and flu...As we arrive into December and come out of our second lockdown we are moving towards and Christmas and the end of 2020. What a year this has been for us all both mentally and physically.  If this year has taught us one...

Is Lockdown getting you down?With the UK having entered into the second lockdown of 2020 how is it affecting you? It’s different this time around as the seasons have changed, temperatures have dropped, dark nights drawing in, the opposite from the previous lockdown...

Stress Awareness Week    Today is the start of Stress Awareness week which runs from 2-6 November 2020.  This year will have tested everyone’s stress levels at some point with covid/lockdowns etc. We need to be aware of out stress levels and how it can affect...