Category: Dan Lloyd Blog

Gathering Strength & Letting Go – A TCM Guide to Autumn Wellbeing As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to fall, Autumn invites us to pause, gather our energy, and gently release what no longer serves us. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this is the season of the Metal element, associated with the…

As we move through the heat of high summer and edge gently towards autumn, Traditional Chinese Medicine recognises a unique season in between: Late Summer. This is a time of transition, reflection, and nourishment – a chance to ground ourselves before the more introspective months of autumn arrive. In TCM, Late Summer is governed by…

Chocolate’s earliest known use dates to around 1900 BCE with the Olmec civilization in Mesoamerica. They created a bitter ceremonial drink from fermented and ground cacao beans, a tradition continued by the Maya and Aztecs, who also used cacao in rituals and as currency. Chocolate was originally a sacred, unsweetened beverage with deep cultural meaning.…

At Iwood Health, we’re proud to stand alongside the LGBTQ+ community this Pride Month. Pride 2025 is all about togetherness—and we believe that feeling seen, heard, and supported is at the heart of good health. We know that many LGBTQ+ people still face real barriers when it comes to accessing healthcare. That’s why we’re committed…

As we observe Mental Health Awareness Week, Iwood Health proudly reaffirms its commitment to supporting emotional and psychological well-being. This year’s theme—movement and mental health—resonates deeply with our mission to create safe, nurturing spaces for healing. Our private treatment rooms offer a calm, confidential environment where clients can access professional support for anxiety, stress, depression,…

This Sunday is “International Men’s Day”. We all know that life can be an uphill journey—and for some, it’s a real struggle. Sometimes, you need to turn around to see where you’ve been, to realise how amazing you truly are and all that you’ve already achieved. Other times, the hill fog obscures the view of…