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31/08/2026

30/08/2026

I used to think that as long as I hit the gym before work, I could sit at my desk the rest of the day guilt-free. Then I stumbled on a review of 30+ studies showing that mini-walks every half hour can actually do a better job controlling post-meal blood sugar than one big workout followed by hours of sitting!¹

Here’s what changed for me: after breakfast, lunch, and dinner, I set a timer for 30 minutes. When it dings, I stand up and march in place or walk out to the mailbox for 3–5 minutes. No sneakers required!

Since starting these “movement snacks,” I feel less of that midafternoon slump, my focus is sharper, and my latest glucose check was more stable. Even if you don’t track numbers, you’ll notice your energy stay steadier.

What are your favorite quick movement breaks? Do you pace while on calls, do calf raises behind your chair, or sneak in stair-climbing? Share in the comments—and tag a friend who needs a little extra pep in their step! 😊👇

Feel free to share this post with anyone who sits more than they walk. Let’s move together! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️

19/08/2026

Summer energy. Fall routines. Reflexology in between. ☀️🍂
August is that in-between season where we're still holding onto summer while schedules, routines, and responsibilities begin to shift.
Before the fall rush begins, make a little space for yourself. 💚
👣 Get your reflexology reset in and head into the new season feeling refreshed.
🔎 Find a Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapist (RCRT™) near you at reflexologycanada.org

18/08/2026

🔬 NEW REFLEXOLOGY RESEARCH | 2026

New research published in Pain Management Nursing has explored the effect of foot reflexology on neuropathic pain in women with Type 2 diabetes.

The randomized controlled trial included 65 women with Type 2 diabetes and neuropathic pain. The intervention group received routine treatment alongside foot reflexology, while the control group received routine treatment alone.

Participants receiving reflexology completed 12 sessions over six weeks.

What did the researchers find?

After the six-week treatment period, the women who received reflexology reported significantly less nerve pain than those receiving routine care alone. The researchers measured pain in three different recognised ways, and all three showed improvement.

The researchers also reported reductions in neuropathic symptoms including burning, tingling, numbness and itching. No intervention-related adverse events were reported.

The authors concluded that foot reflexology may be a valuable complementary addition to routine care for neuropathic pain in people with diabetes.

Research such as this is an important contribution to the growing evidence base for reflexology profession.

📚 Research:
The Effect of Foot Reflexology Massage on Neuropathic Pain in Women With Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Neşe A, Akarsu E, Küçükkaya MS.
Pain Management Nursing, 2026; 27(3):322–330.

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18/08/2026

Your feet might be holding a map to your digestive system 👣🌿
In reflexology, different areas of the feet correspond with the stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder and pancreas.
By applying gentle, targeted pressure to these reflex points, practitioners aim to encourage deep relaxation and support the body’s natural rest-and-digest response.
When the nervous system settles, it may help create more supportive conditions for healthy digestion particularly when stress is contributing to feelings like bloating, tension or sluggishness.
Reflexology isn’t a treatment or cure for digestive conditions, but it can be a beautiful complementary practice for relaxation and overall wellbeing 💜
Send this to someone who’d love to learn more about reflexology 👣

16/06/2026