What if your mind's eye could take you to a place so peaceful that the experience eased your pain or sped your recovery from surgery? It's not such a far-fetched concept. In fact there are many studies that show that guided imagery can be good in many parts of your life. "Guided imagery," a type of mind-body therapy that uses visualized images to communicate to the housekeeping systems of the … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Massage
Many people look upon massage as an indulgence that is simply not necessary, I have to admit that I enjoy getting a massage but was always wondering if long term massage was good for me. This way of thinking keeps them from experiencing the miraculous healing power a good massage can have. This form of therapy is not only very pleasant and relaxing but offers great health inspiring … [Read more...]
Getting Healthier Using Green Tea
The Chinese have used green tea to treat ailments for several centuries. Nowadays, Western culture is beginning to understand the benefits of green tea. Recent research has revealed some of the health benefits of using green tea including the possible prevention of arthritis, cardiovascular disease, cataracts and also cancer. Health Using Green Tea Besides the disease-fighting benefits, Green … [Read more...]
Importance of Body Alkalinity
The pH of the body is influenced by metabolic subproducts and our diet. Thus, pH is directly affected by the various categories of food that we eat and the internal mechanisms involved in their processing. Some foods that are acid in their composition can become alkalinizing following metabolization. Accordingly, it is to become more consciously aware of the impact that various food groups and … [Read more...]
The Science of Meditation
In the highlands of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, people look at life differently.When villagers cook, sew or plow the fields, they do so in a tranquil state. However, when the people invite you in for tea, their smiles are wide and welcoming. There are science of meditation studies out. I think most people reading this blog know that I am a pretty big fan of meditation and because of this I tend … [Read more...]
How to use Visualization
How to use visualization is a very powerful and somewhat popular thing to do these days. One of the big parts of visualization is seeing yourself as you will be in the future. I think that your future self is something to look at very seriously and in looking at yourself and what you want to look like in the future here are some things that you can think of and visualize about yourself. How … [Read more...]
Why 5-HTP May Be Better To Treat Depression
I ran across this great article by Virginia Butters that explains why using an amino acid supplement called 5-HTP may be a great alternative to the current crop of anti-deperssion drugs that are out there like Luvox or Prozac or Praxil. Take a read and see what you think When depression and anxiety are severe, they can have an impact on every area of life, and most people welcome any form of … [Read more...]
Meditation as Stress Relief?
An interesting study was released a while back from West Virginia University on meditation as stress relief is getting some play on CNN today. The study followed over 100 people and looked at how regular coping mechanisms worked compared to using meditation and mindfulness to combat stress. An intensive program that teaches meditation skills may help people reduce the psychological and physical … [Read more...]
Survey Says Echinacea No Help for Colds
I have never used Echinacea for a cold but this latest study of 700 people seems to show that it does not do much to help. Funny thing is that lots of people swear by taking Echinacea in the first signs of a cold to reduce the symptoms and time of a common cold. The study of more than 700 adults and children suggests the tiniest possible benefit — about a half-day shaved off a weeklong cold … [Read more...]
Acupuncture For Back Pain Relief – Will it work for you?
Acupuncture for back pain is an ancient Chinese healing system that is highly effective in the treatment of many illnesses like nausea, migraines, aches and pains and infertility. It works by inserting needles into certain calculated points in the body. Acupuncture has been proven to be especially beneficial in the treatment of back pain, a common complaint these days. Acupuncture for back … [Read more...]
