Helena Barker - Acupuncture & Naturopathy

11/03/2025

I understand that cancellations can occasionally be unavoidable, but due to the high number of them, I have updated my policy.

I kindly ask for 48 hour’s notice for cancellations. Appointments cancelled on the same day will incur a fee of €40, and missed appointments or cancellations made with less than 3 hour’s notice will require the full fee.

Thank you for your understanding.
Helena

28/02/2025

Hey 👋
I’ll be down at the in the RDS in Dublin this weekend, so many amazing speakers and workshops.
I’ll be on the stand promoting all things acupuncture & fertility. Pop down and say hello.

29/01/2025

2025 is the Year of the Wood Snake 🐍 A time of wisdom, resilience, and transformation. The Wood Snake’s energy is grounded yet dynamic, encouraging growth, creativity, and resourcefulness. It’s a year to trust your instincts, embrace new opportunities, and focus on steady progress. With the Snake’s intuition and the Wood element’s flexibility, this is the perfect time to nurture your dreams, strengthen your foundations, and evolve with intention. 2025 will be a year of mindful growth and success.

19/08/2024

A very interesting read.

The ovaries affect everything from metabolism to mood – so some scientists are on a quest to slow their ageing process

20/06/2024

Love these points

22/05/2024

Hormonal Balance ⭐️
Resistance starch has been shown to improve hormonal balance, it can help regulate the production and metabolism of insulin and oestrogen.

Resistant starch is a type of carbohydrate that also functions as a fiber. Unlike other carbs, it resists digestion, meaning it isn’t fully broken down and absorbed by the body. This unique quality allows resistant starch to help you feel full while absorbing fewer calories. It enhances fat utilization for energy and, because it isn’t converted into sugar, doesn’t trigger a significant insulin response. Additionally, resistant starch adds bulk and water to stool, promoting regular bowel movements, and supports gut health by serving as fuel for beneficial bacteria.

Sources of resistant starch include beans and legumes, starchy fruits and vegetables, and whole grains. Notably, cooking potatoes or rice and then cooling them increases their resistant starch content; one study found that cooling potatoes overnight tripled their resistant starch levels.

A powerful tool for gut health, hormonal balance and glycemic control. ⭐️

09/02/2024

Welcome to the Year of the Wood Dragon! This year is an opportunity to jump in with both feet first, trust your intuition, and flow with life's movements.

05/02/2024

2024 is the Year of the Wood Dragon. What is your lunar sign? What does it say about you?

24/01/2024

On January 25, the Full Wolf Moon reaches its peak at 12:54 PM EST. This moon bridges the end of the past year and the beginning of the new year.

24/01/2024

While we are in utero, a small proportion of our cells cross into our mothers and vice versa, then stick around for decades. It's called *microchimerism* and means we can harbour cells from our children, mothers, older siblings, uncles, aunts, and grandmothers. And those cells can help repair tissue and even alter brain function!

Link: https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg26134751-100-cells-from-other-family-members-live-in-you-and-protect-your-health/

Email lisa@larabriden.com for the full text.

05/01/2024

The coldest season of the year asks us to turn inward and rest. Our hearty Minestrone Soup is a great way to give your digestive system some TLC.

23/12/2023

What better way to end 2023 and ring in 2024 than with a bright ball of Universal Qi. Join us in embracing Nature's gift.