Foam rolling is an effective method of stretching muscles and tendons while also breaking down soft tissue adhesions and scar tissue. You can find foam rollers in many sports departments and sporting good stores. If you aren’t ready to buy one yourself you may also be able to find one to try at your local [...]
Blueberries are a favorite in my household. They are as easy to eat as candy and taste just as good. Plus, they have no added sugar and a lot more to offer.
Lemon essential oil is fresh and energizing fragrance that can aid in concentration. The distinctive lemony fragrance is due to limonene, a naturally occurring chemical, which is also found in lemongrass. Lemon EO is extracted from the rind through cold pressing. The oil can range from a pail yellow to deep yellow and has a [...]
We have discussed meditation on the blog here (Complementary Therapy: Meditation), here (Types of Meditations), and here (Elements of Meditation) before. According to Psychology Today, “Mindfulness meditation is unique in that it is not directed toward getting us to be different from how we already are. Instead, it helps us become aware of what is already [...]
Your Body on Sugar – In a society where we have an overwhelming selection of processed foods it seems that sugar (particularly refined) is in many (if not most) foods. An excess of sugar in your diet can have a negative impact on your mental and physical health. Get Ready for the Long Haul – [...]
