Optimal Health Directions

14/04/2025

Some good news if you have private health insurance extras cover. In 2019, the Federal Government removed private health rebates for naturopathy and other complementary therapies. After a recent review, health insurance rebate for Naturopathy and Western Herbal Medicine will be re-instated.

Congratulations to everyone who worked hard to help this happen. 🙏🙂🥂

27/03/2025

This is so true 🙂

Your Bowen Therapist isn’t focused on how you look — we’re focused on how you feel.

Pain, tension, and imbalance are what we’re trained to see and support.

No judgment, just healing hands.

27/02/2025

I shared this about 10 years ago, and it's still relevant today.

High consumption of highly processed foods are one of the leading contributors to the development of chronic diseases (high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, many cancers, metabolic syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes, etc.). There are other contributors to chronic diseases, such as a sedentary lifestyle, chronic unmanaged stress, poor sleep, excess alcohol consumption and smoking.

Eating a diet high in processed foods, getting little or no physical activity, not managing your stress levels, not sleeping well and drinking alcohol excessively and smoking, is a recipe for disaster to your health and well-being.

20/02/2025

I first discovered Bowen Therapy by chance more than 10 years ago. I'd never heard about it before and didn't even know what to expect. I only had a brief 10 minute session with a practitioner to help release severe knots in my upper back and shoulders. To my surprise, it worked very effectively, even though I didn't get a full treatment. I wanted to find out more about this amazing technique, and before I knew it, I was enrolled in the next training course through Bowen Training Australia.

Today, Bowen Therapy is one of the most sought after service I provide in my clinic.

I often get asked, 'What is Bowen Therapy and how can it help me?'. I have shared my blog post below to help answer most of the questions you might have.

If you'd like to know more about this amazing technique, or would like to find out more about the services I provide, go to https://www.optimalhealthdirections.com.au/.

Try Bowen Therapy today. Your body will thank you for it! ❤️🙏

Find out what Bowen Therapy is, how it works and what conditions it could be considered for. It is a gentle technique that was developed here in Australia by the late Thomas Bowen. Bowen Therapy can be considered for conditions such as: neck and back pain and restrictions; digestive problems; headac...

28/01/2025

I am pleased to announce my new clinic space in Toowoomba is now open for business. Located at 24 Duggan Street, Toowoomba City (opposite Grand Central Shopping Centre). Entrance is from Searles Walk next door to Ground Up Cafe. If you are in the area, please pop by and say hello. 😀

26/02/2024

A nice evening for a walk. It was good to see so many people out and about enjoying our beautiful city. 🙂

15/02/2024

Have you ever wondered how canola and other seed oils are made? Click on my blog post below to find out how these industrial oils are made.

Let me know what you think in the comments section below.

Have you ever wondered how canola (including other seed) oil are made? Watch this video link to learn more about the entire extraction and refining process. In summary, the following process is used to make the majority of seed oils: First, seeds are gathered from the soy, corn, cotton, safflower, o...

30/01/2024

What is Bowen Therapy and how can it help you?

In my blog post below, discover why so many people prefer Bowen Therapy over other bodywork techniques.

Learn about:

✅ What Bowen Therapy is and how it works.
✅ The origins of the Bowen Technique.
✅ What to expect in a typical treatment session.
✅ How this amazing technique can help you.

Also, find out what some of my clients have had to say about their experience.

Book an appointment today to discover what Bowen Therapy is all about. Your body will thank you for it!

Find out what Bowen Therapy is, how it works and what conditions it could be considered for. It is a gentle technique that was developed here in Australia by the late Thomas Bowen. Bowen Therapy can be considered for conditions such as: neck and back pain and restrictions; digestive problems; headac...

15/12/2023

It's that time of year again! 🙂🎄

I will be taking a short break during this festive season. My last day in clinic will be on Saturday, 23rd of December 2023. Doors will re-open on Tuesday, 2nd of January 2024.

I'd like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support and business this year. It is very much appreciated. 🙏

Have a wonderful Christmas. I wish you and your loved ones a happy, healthy and prosperous 2024.

Take care of each other.

Socrates 🤗

10/12/2023

Have you ever wondered how canola oil is made? Well, watch this video link to learn about the entire refining process. Canola oil is marketed as a 'healthy' oil, but it is far from being healthy due to its highly inflammatory omega-6 content in combination with the way it has been refined. Other seed oils, such as sunflower and so called 'vegetable' oils, are refined in a similar way.

For better health, I recommend using cold pressed extra virgin olive oil.

Discovery and Science Channel's How It's Made Canola Oil episode.All copyrights go to their respective owners.

24/10/2023

If you've never had a Bowen Therapy treatment before, and wondered what the differences are between Bowen Therapy and Massage, then click on the link below to find out.

In this blog I explain what the main differences are between Bowen Therapy and Massage.

10/10/2023

I have advised many of my clients to stop crossing their legs when sitting. In my blog post below, I have listed seven good reasons why you shouldn't cross your legs.

Many of my clients have heard me tell them to stop crossing their legs when they are sitting. In this post, I list seven reasons why.