Wouldn’t it be great if someone followed you around all day and tapped you on the shoulder whenever you were about to become stressed—a gentle reminder to take a moment to breathe and relax? You may find that reminder in biofeedback. An effective, high-tech approach to stress management, biofeedback uses sensors, computers, and visual images … Read more
Flavoring your lemonade with lavender is a great way to utilize the amazing medicinal properties of this essential oil. It is a wonderful aromatic herb that calms the senses. Pure lavender oil is an incredible essential oil to use for your own health and wellness. It’s among the gentlest of essential oils, but also one … Read more
6 Reasons to do Yoga That Have Nothing to do with Losing Weight After the passing of yoga guru BKS Iyengar we look at the legacy he leaves behind. Iyengar helped bring yoga to the West and inspired an international community of yogis. Iyengar knew that yoga was for everyone – that no physical or … Read more
No one wants to “be old,” but since we lack an acceptable alternative, maybe we should focus on growing old well and looking and feeling younger. Turns out it’s our choice to make. We all know someone—a parent, grandparent, or neighbor—who seems to defy all the stereotypes about old people. Active, vibrant, engaged—they seem ageless … Read more
Stress doesn’t come the same way twice: It’s that fluttering anxiety in your stomach before you enter a dinner party you really didn’t want to go to. It’s that heaviness in your chest as you await the results of a medical test. It’s that bubbling up in your throat as your to-do list gets longer … Read more
We know beyond any doubt stress can be detrimental to our health, and the fact is that record numbers of us are now reporting feeling stressed. It might be work-related, family issues or simply having a lot on our plates, but stress is something we need to combat if we are to lead healthy, happy … Read more
The heart is on of the most critical organs in our body. Until we have a cardiac event we generally take it for granted. Below you will find 7 tips for a healthy heart. 1. Link mind, body, and breath “Yoga, t’ai chi, and qigong combine physical exercise with a meditative focus on the breath, … Read more
Believe it or not, but many people suffer from health issues because they fail to take care of themselves. Don’t let this be you by making yourself a priority. It’s all about how much time and energy you choose to dedicate to nurturing your own wellbeing. A lot of times excuses are holding you back … Read more
Simone Hunter waged a serious battle against irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) for the past ten years. “I got cramps, I had painful gas with constipation, and the bloating was terrible,” she says. “Just the thought of being out of the house and away from a bathroom made me tense. I was totally miserable.” Unfortunately, her … Read more
Simone Hunter waged a serious battle against irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) for the past ten years. “I got cramps, I had painful gas with constipation, and the bloating was terrible,” she says. “Just the thought of being out of the house and away from a bathroom made me tense. I was totally miserable.” Unfortunately, her … Read more