It has been said that the average person spends almost 26 years of your life sleeping. That may be strange to think about, but this statistic shows the importance of sleep to our daily lives. Having quality sleep can help improve your mood, energy levels, and overall health. However, ensuring you have quality sleep may…
As temperatures drop this winter, the risk of health issues may rise – but understanding these risks and taking proper precautions can help you through this winter season. It isn’t a surprise that during the winter months, there is a higher risk of getting the common cold, flu or other illnesses, as our immune system…
September is National Self-Care Awareness Month. Self-care promotes growth by helping you pay attention to your own body and emotions. Are you familiar with the saying, “it’s impossible to love someone when you don’t love yourself?”. You will find that checking in with yourself and setting healthy boundaries will result in a dramatic decline in…
The importance of our breathing is something that goes unnoticed day-in and day-out. It is only until we are congested from cold weather or allergies that we realize the importance of clear breathing. When we struggle to provide our bodies with oxygen, we slowly begin to shut-down. Practicing good breathing techniques could affect the balance…
Most people see massage as a luxury that few can afford. For people living with arthritis or related musculoskeletal pain, massage can help manage their condition. Patients who sought out massage for treatment experienced: Stress relief Heightened creativity Improved motivation Increased clarity and concentration Increased joint mobility and flexibility Arthritis is commonly known for its…
The harmful effects of prolonged exposure to UV rays is something we all need to keep in mind this summer season. Skin cancer is America’s most common cancer with over 5 million cases diagnosed in the United States each year.1 By not taking the proper steps to protect their skin before beach days and using tanning beds, individuals…
There is more to a massage than feeling great. They positively impact your mental health and sense of well-being, which help you recharge and achieve success!
It’s been estimated that 2/3 of physician visits are related to stress. Stress can affect you physically with mild symptoms like headaches and increased susceptibility to catching a cold. Chronic stress can develop into serious health problems. Stress-influenced conditions include heart disease, anxiety disorder, ulcers, sexual dysfunction, obesity, diabetes, depression, hypertension (high blood pressure) and…
A good night’s sleep is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. Sufficient sleep can help usprocess our thoughts, emotions, and memories in a healthy manner. We can even improve how weretain information and learn. The benefits of a full eight hours of sleep include: Boost your immune System Strengthen your Heart Improve…
Whenever you go for a vaccination, do you get nervous? Believe it or not, this is an issue many children, young adults and even seniors still struggle with today. Trypanophobia is the extreme fear of medical procedures involving injections or needles, and it is more severe in some than others. Those who are uncomfortable with...