If you think heartburn and Thanksgiving always go together, think again. Choosing the right foods and being careful not to overeat can put you well on your way to a heartburn-free holiday. Continue reading
ACUPRESSURE FOR JET LAG
Here are some helpful easy acupressure points which can bring some instant relief and be easily performed during your flight, while sitting in your seat. Continue reading
PARKINSON STUDY AWARDED BY MICHAEL J. FOX FOUNDATION
Michael J. Fox Foundation has awarded a $350,000 grant to a study that seeks to learn whether acupuncture can help patients sleep better and reduce their symptoms. The research is being led by Dr. Benzi Kluger, assistant professor of neurology and psychiatry at the University of Colorado Hospital.
Read more about the Acupuncture study www.michaeljfox.org
PICK-ME-UP AROMA SPRAY
The Aromatherapy blend can be sprayed around the home or used as a body mist to refresh and uplift the mind and body. Continue reading
ACUPUNTURE STUDY VS THE DRUG EFFEXOR
Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit compared acupuncture to a proven remedy — the drug Effexor, an antidepressant that has been shown to significantly reduce hot flashes in breast cancer patients. Continue reading
TANGERINE & YLANG YLANG BODY OIL
Refreshingly light with a hint of citrus and sweetness, this is a perfect oil for the fall time. Pour a little directly into bathwater, massage into the skin after bathing, or apply whenever skin feels a little dry. Continue reading
MASSAGE THERAPY DURING PREGNANCY
Studies indicate that massage therapy performed during pregnancy can reduce anxiety, decrease symptoms of depression, relieve muscle aches and joint pains, and improve labor outcomes and newborn health. Continue reading
IMPROVE YOUR CIRCULATION WITH ACUPUNCTURE
Acupuncture significantly increases the concentration of nitric oxide (NO, a key biological signalling molecule involved in vasodilation and neurotransmission) in local body tissues. Continue reading
LAVENDER & ORANGE BUBBLE BATH
Bathing in the aroma of Orange and Lavender is refreshing and relaxing after a long day of work!
1/2 cup liquid Castille Soap
1 tbsp. liquid Vegetable Glycerin
1 tbsp. Epsom salt
1 tsp. Jojoba oil
30 drops Lavender essential oil
15 drops Orange essential oil
Mix all ingredients together and pour directly into running water.
ESSENTIAL OIL STARTER KIT
Top Five Essential Oils for simple enjoyment and personal care.
Lavender
The sweet aroma, relaxant and anti-microbial properties make it the most versatile of the essential oils.
A calming oil which treats insomnia and headaches, lavender is also renowned for its ability to hasten the healing of wounds. Continue reading