Kathleen Ward Health Clinic

Kathleen Ward Health Clinic Our proven track record since 1984 of Award Winning positive results, is Your A to Z one stop shop i You & Your Family are at the heart of all We achieve.

Vision Statement:

Our Vision for the future of Kathleen Ward Health Clinic is to ever expand, enhance & develop the Holistic Treatments We provide for You & Your Family so that You can enjoy an extraordinary quality of Life going forward. We are committed to You & Your Family & moving with the times as Treatments & technologies change for the better.

The benefits of deep breathingDeep breathing also goes by the names of diaphragmatic breathing, abdominal breathing, bel...
05/11/2025

The benefits of deep breathing
Deep breathing also goes by the names of diaphragmatic breathing, abdominal breathing, belly breathing, and paced respiration. When you breathe deeply, the air coming in through your nose fully fills your lungs, and the lower belly rises.

For many of us, deep breathing seems unnatural. There are several reasons for this. For one, body image has a negative impact on respiration in our culture. A flat stomach is considered attractive, so women (and men) tend to hold in their stomach muscles. This interferes with deep breathing and gradually makes shallow "chest breathing" seem normal, which increases tension and anxiety.

Shallow breathing limits the diaphragm's range of motion. The lowest part of the lungs doesn't get a full share of oxygenated air. That can make you feel short of breath and anxious.

Deep abdominal breathing encourages full oxygen exchange — that is, the beneficial trade of incoming oxygen for outgoing carbon dioxide. Not surprisingly, it can slow the heartbeat and lower or stabilize blood pressure.

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Fatigue causes many ailments:Lack of sleep causes fatigue and can have a negative impact on your health and wellbeing.Ai...
31/10/2025

Fatigue causes many ailments:

Lack of sleep causes fatigue and can have a negative impact on your health and wellbeing.
Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep every night. Go to bed at the same time every night and wake up at the same time each morning to keep yourself on schedule. Make sure your mattress is comfortable, the room is sufficiently dark and cool and your phone is not in the room.

Sleep apnea is when sufferers briefly stop breathing for short periods during sleep. It can cause load snoring or daytime fatigue. Being overweight, smoking and drinking alcohol can cause this to happen.

Not eating the correct food can affect your sleep. Eating a lot of carbohydrates or sugary food or drinking a lot of alcohol can cause your blood sugars to spike and then drop dramatically.

Anaemia, iron deficiency is very common in women. Without iron, your body may not be getting enough oxygen it needs for energy.

Depression causes sadness and anxiety, but it can also cause physical symptoms including fatigue, insomnia and pains.

Caffeine overload: tea, coffee, chocolate, coke or alcohol.

Most people think that coffee keeps them awake. Your blood sugars drop after a certain length of time having caffeine in your system. Too much caffeine can cause jitters, heart to race or palpitations.

Diabetes can cause fatigue with either high or low blood sugars. When your sugars are high, they remain in the bloodstream instead of being used for energy, this makes you fatigue. Low blood sugars means you may not have enough fuel for energy also causing fatigue.
Dehydration, feeling thirsty, this can cause lack of energy.

Heart disease: when the heart is less able to pump blood to all of the body’s tissues, it conserves resources by diverting blood from the limbs and instead of sending it to the vital organs. This can cause fatigue.

Food allergies can cause fatigue. Certain foods, the body may not be able to tolerate.

There are many therapies here in the clinic that can help this. Get in touch for more information & to book.

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AnxietyThere are a variety of anxiety disorders, each with varying symptoms, but most involve fear and worry. A sense of...
30/10/2025

Anxiety

There are a variety of anxiety disorders, each with varying symptoms, but most involve fear and worry. A sense of dread is common and the feelings can persist for months.

Examples of anxiety disorders are:

General Anxiety; Panic attacks; Social anxiety disorder, Specific Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post Traumatic Disorder.

“IF YOU HAVE AN ANXIETY DISORDER, YOUR BRAIN MAY BE WIRED THAT WAY”

This means that anxiety could be a combination of genetics and environment.

For instance, if you grow up in an environment with frequent yelling or abuse, it might make you prone to looking out for potential threats even when they are no longer there. Some people are so used to feelings of anxiety that they don’t realize there is a problem and simply suffer in silence. As these feelings intensify, it can lead to social isolation, physical symptoms or health problems. Much Anxiety can start in childhood, which, if it remains unresolved, can lead to more intense Anxiety in adulthood.

Remember, it’s ok not to feel ok everyday. When you experience ‘down days’, try to avoid looking at the bigger picture; rather, ask yourself what is the ‘one’ thing you can do today that will make you feel a little better. The sun will come again tomorrow.

Most people do nothing to help their anxiety, but there are plenty of options open to you. Here at the clinic we can offer Reflexology, Cranial Sacral therapy, Hypnotherapy / psychotherapy, Mindfulness/ CBT and Acupuncture.

Nourishing your gut flora with probiotics is extremely important for brain function since there is a Gut-Brain connection. Eating plenty of fruit and vegetables is very important also.

6 ways to detox the mindAvoid “I should, I have to” and replace with “I choose, I can”.Clear out clutter, this clears th...
30/10/2025

6 ways to detox the mind

Avoid “I should, I have to” and replace with “I choose, I can”.

Clear out clutter, this clears the mind.

Stop procrastinating and do the thing you are avoiding on your ‘to do’ list.

Become aware of negative self talk and try to interrupt it as soon as it starts.

Brains need water and o2, drink 2 litres per day.

Resist the urge to compare yourself to others for this clouds your mind.

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We would like to wish Heather well in her campaign to become the next President of Ireland. Heather is a friend of the W...
18/10/2025

We would like to wish Heather well in her campaign to become the next President of Ireland.
Heather is a friend of the Ward family as well as the clinic. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience in many roles and strives to help people each day.

The future depends on what you do and who you choose, give Heather your number 1 vote.

Best of luck from all at the Kathleen Ward Health Clinic and the Ward family.

26/09/2025

Part 2

• Attend to any health issues the child may have. This helps protect their Immune system against winter illnesses.
• If you have an anxious child, try to find out why. Speak with the school teachers and keep a check for bullying.
• Make time to LISTEN to your child every-day. If your child is open with you and feels you will listen, it is a good start. It is important to PARK!
• PARK your anxiety.
• PARK your busy-ness.
• PARK your need to ‘fix’ things immediately.
• PARK your judgements.
• PARK any feelings of guilt or anger.

Why not get in touch and let us help build their immune systems, correct postures and eliminate stress. Get your families health back on track

Allergy – intolerance testing
Homeopathic and Herbal medicine
Reflexology
Cranial therapy
Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy and Cbt
Osteopathy
Physical therapy and sports massage
Acupuncture

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26/09/2025

Tips to Ease Back to School Time.
It’s that time of year again when children/students are back to school. Whether it is their first day in primary school, beginning secondary education or moving on to 3rd level colleges, it is always a stressful time for children and their parents alike.
For parents, the huge financial outlay is stressful. It is a good idea to put aside some money weekly for the next educational year. It can also be emotionally taxing for parents as they let go of their child’s hand into the next leg of life’s journey. Taking some Vitamin B, it helps the nervous system cope better.
For the children, there are some measures you can take to assist them.
• Ensure they get to bed early and get quality sleep. A tired body does not function well, a rested body does. If they are well slept, there uptake of information and attention span will be more focused.
• Discuss rules around screen time and keep this to a minimum.
• Exercise is vital, even in short bursts. Ensure they get outside in the evening; this helps clear their heads,and they will do homework tasks more easily.
• A good breakfast is an important start to the child’s day.
• Studies have shown that eating eggs for breakfast increases feelings of fullness, reduces calorie intake at the next meal, and helps maintain steady blood sugar and Iinsulinlevels. Egg yolk contains Lutein and Zeaxanthin: these antioxidants help prevent eye disorders like Cataracts + Macular Degeneration.
• Greek Yogurt is high in Protein, and helps reduce appetite. Certain types contain Probiotics which are important for protecting your child’s Immune system.
• Oatmeal is the best breakfast choice for cereal lovers. Oats is calming to the mind so is important for the anxious child. As it is low in Protein, adding milk helps boost this. Top it with fruit to add the extra vitamins and antioxidants. Add Chia seeds to increase fibre.
• Include nuts and fruit in their lunchbox for a healthy snack.
• Forget the fizzy drinks! Instead, ensure the child drinks plenty of water. It is so important for their Brain and Muscular health.
• Attend to any health issues the child may have. This helps protect their Immune system against

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Readuff, Loughmourne, Castleblayney
Monaghan
A75RX04

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Monday 9am - 4:45pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:45pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:45pm
Thursday 9am - 4:45pm
Friday 8:45am - 3:45pm

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