Peregrine Wellness

29/03/2026

27/03/2026

I often find myself longing for a time when life moved a little slower…
when caring for our bodies felt natural, intuitive, and part of everyday rhythm.

Before everything was fast and digital, before every solution came in a bottle or a chart…
healing was about touch.
Herbs.
Time.
Being present.

The body knew what to do, and the world simply supported it.
A warm compress on a sore muscle.
A gentle rub to ease tension.
A walk outside in the sun.
A shared cup of tea with someone who listened.

These ancient ways didn’t force the body to change, they reminded it how to flow.
To release, restore, and come back into rhythm.

And when I practice them today through massage, herbs, or just slowing down,
I can feel that same quiet power working again.

Maybe it’s nostalgia, maybe it’s truth…
but sometimes the most profound healing isn’t new at all.
It’s remembering what we’ve always known. 💜🌿🫐

27/03/2026

Iron plays an essential role in transporting and storing oxygen in blood and muscles and is a constituent of a number of enzymes that are needed for healthy immune function and energy production.
𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦𝘴: There are two forms of iron—heme and non-heme. Heme iron is found in animal products (liver, beef, fish, shellfish, and poultry in particular) and is readily absorbable, and non-heme iron is principally obtained from plants and is relatively poorly absorbed. Dried fruit, such as apricots and prunes, blackstrap molasses, sea vegetables such as kelp, nori, and dulse, figs, cherries, and cocoa powder are good sources of non-heme iron. The absorption of iron from food, particularly from non-animal sources, is boosted by vitamin C and stomach acid.

Zinc is an antioxidant that supports the immune system, playing an important role in growth, development, cell division, DNA synthesis, normal development of the fetus, and the manufacture of s***m.
𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦𝘴: Shellfish (oysters in particular), fish, red meats, beans, peas, lentils, poultry, eggs, and whole grains are good sources of zinc. Vitamin B6 and vitamin A enhance the absorption of zinc, while high intake of calcium, iron, copper, manganese, and foods rich in phytates inhibit its absorption.
Please consult with your health care practitioner / naturopath before taking any supplements. We are all human, but all different, what works for one, may not be right for another, it's always best to check in with the one who you have a great medical & health relationship with. 💜

25/03/2026

Self care isn’t always the big things…
sometimes it’s simply giving your body a moment to be held, supported, and listened to.

We spend so much of our time doing, giving, pushing through…
that we forget what it feels like to just receive.

Massage is one of those spaces.

A space where you don’t have to perform.
You don’t have to hold it all together.
You don’t have to explain anything.

You can just lie down, breathe, and let your body soften.

And in that softening… things begin to shift.

Tension you didn’t realise you were carrying.
Emotions that have been sitting quietly in the background.
The constant hum of “go, go, go.”

Self love doesn’t always look like big declarations.
Sometimes it looks like allowing yourself to rest.
To be cared for.
To come back to yourself.

Massage isn’t a luxury…
it’s a way of remembering that you matter too💜🌿

Book your self care treatment here: www.peregrinewellness.org/treatments

25/03/2026

Calcium is needed for healthy teeth and bones. While the majority (99%) of calcium in the body is found in bones and teeth, it plays a number of other important roles, such as muscle contraction, regulation of the heartbeat, and neurotransmission.
𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦𝘴: Good food sources of calcium include fish with edible bones, such as salmon and sardines, dark green leafy vegetables, broccoli, beans, cauliflower, peas, nuts such as almonds, hazelnuts, and Brazil nuts, and seeds, such as sunflower and sesame seeds. Good herbal sources of calcium include nettle leaf, kelp, horsetail leaf, oat straw, red clover aerial parts, dandelion leaf, and raspberry leaf. Note that phytic acid (found in whole grains) and oxalic acid (found in rhubarb, spinach, and chard) hinder calcium absorption.

Magnesium is needed for a wide range of functions in the body including energy production, maintaining the electrical charge of cells, activation of a number of enzymes, and regulation of calcium absorption; it also plays an important role in the structure of bones.
𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦𝘴: Dark green leafy vegetables are an excellent source of magnesium. Other sources include brewer’s yeast, nuts such as Brazil nuts, almonds, cashews, and pecans, buckwheat, legumes, seeds, soybeans/soy products, avocados, brown rice, and dried apricots. Good herbal sources of magnesium include oat straw, nettle leaf, burdock root, horsetail leaf, alfalfa leaf, red clover aerial parts, and cocoa/cacao bean.

Please consult with your health care practitioner / naturopath before taking any supplements. We are all human, but all different, what works for one, may not be right for another, it's always best to check in with the one who you have a great medical & health relationship with. 💜

23/03/2026

Ever notice how when your body feels tight… you also feel tired, heavy, and a little flat?

It’s not just in your head, it’s often your circulation.

Blood flow is everything.
It’s how oxygen and nutrients move through the body.
It’s how we repair, restore, and keep energy flowing.

When the body becomes tight from stress, sitting, tension, or just life, that flow can slow down.

And when that happens, you might notice:
• fatigue or low energy
• heavy, sluggish limbs
• brain fog
• stiffness or aches
• that “can’t quite get going” feeling

It’s like your body is working harder… but getting less in return.

Gentle movement.
Stretching.
Massage.
Breath.
Can all help to get the blood moving again.

When the body starts to open, circulation improves…
and often, energy follows.

Sometimes we don’t need more coffee or more pushing…
we just need things to flow again🌞💜

Book your treatment here: www.peregrinewellness.org/treatments

22/03/2026

Massage is often seen as a luxury… but for many, it becomes a really important part of supporting the body and mind through everyday life.

Here are just some of the benefits:

• Relieves muscle tension and tightness
• Reduces stress and supports nervous system regulation
• Improves circulation and lymphatic flow
• Helps reduce headaches and jaw tension
• Supports better sleep
• Eases aches, pains, and stiffness
• Encourages relaxation and grounding
• Supports recovery from physical strain or injury
• Helps you reconnect with your body
• Can improve mood and emotional wellbeing
• Creates space to slow down and reset

Massage isn’t about “fixing” you…
It’s about giving your body the space it needs to soften, unwind, and come back into balance.

Sometimes, that’s exactly what we need🌞💜
Book your Treatment here: www.peregrinewellness.org/treatments

20/03/2026

In a world where so much feels uncertain, it feels even more important to come back to a simpler way of living.

Lately, I’ve been feeling a little nostalgic… almost longing for the days that felt slower, quieter, and more present. The kind of days where life wasn’t constantly pulling at your attention, where connection felt easier, and things felt a little softer around the edges.

Maybe that’s what we’re being called back to.

Not to go backwards… but to remember what actually matters.

To build community.
To share knowledge.
To surround ourselves with people who feel real, supportive, and grounded.

Because we are not meant to do life alone.

When things feel uncertain, it's the people around that create calm, the conversations, the support, the small moments of connection, they matter more than ever.

This feels like a time to come back to that, to open our hearts , to connect, to listen, to be part of something bigger than ourselves.

Community isn't something that sounds like a nice idea, its a basic human need. 💜

20/03/2026

Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that plays an important role in a wide range of processes including the synthesis of collagen, wound healing, maintaining healthy gums, immune function, and enhancing the absorption of iron. Higher levels of vitamin C are needed during times of stress (be it psychological, emotional, physical, or chemical stress).

𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦𝘴: Fruits (citrus fruits, rose hips, acerola cherries, cantaloupe melons, papaya, and strawberries in particular), vegetables (peppers, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts in particular), and sprouted grains and beans are excellent sources of vitamin C. Other good sources include alfalfa leaf, violet leaf, raspberry leaf, and hibiscus flower.
Exposure to air quickly destroys the vitamin C content of food, therefore it is important to eat cut fruit and vegetables as soon as possible after preparation. Canning and cooking also destroys vitamin C, thus fresh fruit and vegetables should be eaten either raw or lightly steamed.
Please consult with your health care practitioner / naturopath before taking any supplements. We are all human, but all different, what works for one, may not be right for another, it's always best to check in with the one who you have a great medical & health relationship with. 💜

18/03/2026

B vitamins are needed for a healthy nervous system and for energy production. All B vitamins are water-soluble, thus with the exception of vitamin B12, which the body stores, they are excreted via the kidneys and therefore need to be consumed regularly.
Although B vitamins can be supplemented separately, unless there is a clear deficiency in one particular B vitamin (e.g., vitamin B12), they are best taken as a complex. This is because increasing the level of one B vitamin may impact the others. In nature the B vitamins are often found together, so obtaining them from foods helps to prevent deficiency. B vitamins can be quite stimulating so they are generally best taken in the morning.

Please consult with your health care practitioner / naturopath before taking any supplements. We are all human, but all different, what works for one, may not be right for another, it's always best to check in with the one who you have a great medical & health relationship with. 💜

13/03/2026

Vitamin K is a family of chemically related fat-soluble compounds. Vitamin K1 and vitamin K2 are naturally occurring forms, while vitamin K3 is a synthetic compound. All three forms of vitamin K help with blood clotting, but vitamin K1 and K2 also play an important role in bone health, and thus deficiency impairs bone mineralization and is related to osteoporosis.

Good Sources: Vitamin K1 is found in most green plants (especially dark green leafy vegetables such as kale, broccoli, spinach, and Brussels sprouts), mushrooms, and kelp. Vitamin K2 can be found in meat, dairy, eggs, and fermented foods such as cheese, yogurt..
Please consult with your health care practitioner / naturopath before taking any supplements. We are all human, but all different, what works for one, may not be right for another, it's always best to check in with the one who you have a great medical & health relationship with. 💜