home remedies, massage therapy, Q&A, self care
When I was in school, we were taught that one of the benefits of massage was that it increases circulation. Consequently, most massage therapists have been saying this for years but is it true and, if so, what do we mean by it? Let’s take a look at this question...
home remedies, Q&A, self care
Q: Is it better to apply hot or cold when you have pain? A: This is a loaded question without an easy answer but, as a general rule, ice is best for acute injuries and inflammation and heat is best for sore muscles and stiffness. Here’s a look at a few common...
home remedies, massage therapy, Q&A, self care
Q: Is it important to drink water after a massage? A: No, it isn’t. Your body’s fluid balance remains relatively stable with very little variation whether you drink 4 daily glasses of water or 12. That’s not to say that dehydration can’t...
home remedies, massage therapy, self care
ABOUT AROMATHERAPY Aromatherapy is the art of using pure essential oils extracted from many parts of natural botanicals to enhance wellness of the body, mind and spirit. The chemistry of the essential oils interacts with our own chemistry to relieve stress, comfort...
conditions, home remedies, Q&A
Q: Why do my calves cramp while I’m asleep and what can I do to prevent and/or deal with it? A: There are certain medical conditions that can predispose a person to leg cramps but for most, the causes are unclear. They tend to happen most when there is a fluid...
