Health and Wellness Articles from IMI
How to heal your liver with TCM and Osteopathy
Whether metabolic syndrome is “in your genes” or the consequence of dietary and lifestyle habits, IMI’s naturopaths are skilled at supporting you at every stage.
The five stages of Metabolic Syndrome and what you can do to protect your long-term health.
Whether metabolic syndrome is “in your genes” or the consequence of dietary and lifestyle habits, IMI’s naturopaths are skilled at supporting you at every stage.
On feeling worthless
IMI Counselling Psychologist Jessica Lau shares the feelings of worthiness. knowing that you're matter. You were born worthy, and are worthy, even if you feel broken. Love yourself.
How to get youthful, glowing skin the natural way
Dr Ji Woon Min explains how this all-natural facial is perfect for pampering or to correct problem skin from dry or dull skin, dark circles, frown lines, clogged pores, inflammation, to maskne.
End the silence: The emotional effects of infertility, miscarriage and stillbirth and the support available.
Feelings surrounding infertility and pregnancy loss are complicated. IMI Psychotherapist Ilisa Howard describes the breadth of emotions couples may experience and the support available.
Love = Emotional Chaos?
IMI Counselling Psychologist Jessica Lau shares and encourages us to choose and co-create what is healthy in a relationship instead of only choosing and co-creating what is familiar. Start with knowing and loving yourself so that you have the readiness for an authentic connection - to receive the gift of love.
Different diets for weight loss – which one is right for you?
Which weight-loss diets is right for you? IMI Naturopathic Physician Dr Joëlle Bradford shares the risks and benefits of four of the most popular diets today.
Crystal healing in Hong Kong
According to Cristina Rodenbeck, IMI Crystal Healer and Emotional Wellness Practitioner, crystals offer a way to stay centred and calm, particularly in rocky times.
What is your body telling you? How psychotherapy can unravel the cause of persistent physical symptoms
What is your body telling you? IMI Counselling Psychologist Jessica Lau shares how psychotherapy can unravel the cause of persistent physical symptoms.
Teen stress and how parents can help
What can parents do to help their children during these difficult times? IMI Psychotherapist and Certified Counsellor Eugnice Chiu shares some of the challenges that teenagers face, and simple ways to reduce their stress.
Reduce 2020 holiday stress with these top corporate wellness tips
We’re here to support you through the summer and beyond: Practitioner recommended, client approved, these top tips will help you stay sane and healthy. We’re in this together; we’ll get through this together.
Are you Vitamin D deficient?
Vitamin D is well established as an immunity-booster. But how do you know if you’re armed with the appropriate levels of Vitamin D? The chances are you’re not.
Why an integrated approach to mental health is important
Your body and mind are inextricably connected. At IMI, we’ve worked with thousands of individuals for over three decades: what our clinical experience proves time and time again is that there are seven key factors that impact your overall wellbeing.
Covid-19 and You: 20 Ways to Support Your Health
New children’s book by renowned naturopath provides health tips while paying tribute to Hong Kong.
From A to Z: The ultimate guide to stay sane and healthy
We’re here to support you through the summer and beyond: Practitioner recommended, client approved, these top tips will help you stay sane and healthy. We’re in this together; we’ll get through this together.
How movement can transform your mental health
With the summer holidays upon us, now may be the ideal time to explore different sports and physical activities to reduce pent-up stress and increase mental wellbeing. IMI Osteopath Jonathan Vallade shares the hard challenges that impacted his mental health and the strategies that turned his life around.
How to slim down and shape up this summer
Did you know that excess weight increases the risk of Covid-19 hospitalisation? Dr Ardyce Yik, IMI Naturopathic Physician and weight loss specialist, shares her top ten tips to help you achieve and sustain a healthy weight this summer and beyond.
As Hong Kong moves forward, don’t leave your immunity behind
The importance of taking an integrated approach to immunity. For many Hong Kongers, life is returning to normal. A new kind of normal. As we all prepare to go back to work, school and daily routines, we’re advised to remain...
The link between excess weight and Covid-19
Researchers have confirmed that excess weight or obesity significantly increase the severity of Covid-19 symptoms. These health challenges are the biggest risk factors for patients under 50.
How osteopathy strengthens your respiratory system and boosts your immunity
For people with respiratory conditions like asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia or reduced breathing from old injuries, the COVID-19 outbreak is understandably a big cause for concern. Having a respiratory condition does not mean a person is more likely to catch the...