Archive for April, 2007
Interesting tea feature
Drinking black tea may keep you calm after an upsetting experience, suggests a new report from University College London.
Researchers asked 75 adults to drink either real or fake tea four times a day for 6 weeks. Then the study leaders put them through a stressful encounter (volunteers were accused of shoplifting or told they could […]Address Adrenal Fatigue with massage
Writer Tango Pang sheds light on a fairly common problem among the overworked and stressed culture we live in. Adrenal Fatigue. Read on:
One symptom of Adrenal Fatigue is feeling tired all the time. Is this too common? Adrenal Fatigue sufferers will realise that they are especially tired in the morning and late afternoon. […]Meditate to boost memory
Many of you are aware of the calming and centering benefits of meditation already but Prevention Magazine has given us a very practical reason to try to master this long-practiced tradition.
You know that meditation can reduce stress, which research shows can damage brain cells and your ability to retain information over time. But the ancient […]FDA knew about food contamination
Unfortunately, the FDA didn’t decide to tell consumers before it was too late. The recent harmful bacteria contaminations are yet another reason to buy locally grown produce (though not immune to these problems) and grind your own peanut butter (the only ingredients for peanut butter should be peanuts–maybe a little honey). This report […]
Give blood wisely
I am an advocate of donating blood, though I admit it’s been some time since I’ve actually done it myself. It’s a relatively painless process that can reap multiple benefits. It turns out just being a healthy individual is not enough to qualify in giving blood. HealthDay News recently published a list […]
Learn these Acupressure Points to improve health
I found this helpful article on Dr. Ben Kim’s informative website. Acupressure, as a therapy to relieve common ailments, could certainly increase your comfort
Three Acupressure Points that Can Significantly Improve Your Health
By Dr. Ben Kim
Please note: you should never receive acupressure or acupuncture treatments while pregnant. Certain points, including SP-6 can cause uterine […]Fatigue is a common workplace problem
According to a study published in the January issue of the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, massage therapists now have more evidence to promote workplace massage: Nearly 40 percent of U.S. workers experience fatigue, a problem that carries billions of dollars in costs from lost productivity. As little as 15 minutes of […]
Help your partner through chronic pain
My motivation for pursuing a career in massage therapy was mainly to be able to help reduce people’s pain and stress. That being said, as much as I would want my practice to flourish, I realize I am only one person with two hands. There is realistically only so much one thereapist can […]
Avoid repetitive strain injuries (RSIs)
According to Arthritis and Rheumatism (April 15, 2007 issue, Vol. 57), exercising is one of the best ways to lower your risk of repetitive strain.
Massage Magazine reports that physical activity appears to protect against carpal tunnel syndrome and other arm- and shoulder-repetitive injuries, according to research from the University of British Columbia […]Neti pot for allergies
I have lived in Atlanta, Georgia for six years and count myself among the lucky minority that does not suffer from seasonal allergies. I am told it’s just a matter of time. Those who do have hay fever and pollen allergies seem to suffer at great lengths from the itchy eyes, scratchy throats, […]
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