If youre feeling rundown or experience occasional aches and painsthen a relaxing massage may be the answer to your troubles. Choosing the right massage technique is an important first step to receive the relief youre seeking. To get the most benefit, Tiffany Field, Ph.D., director of the Touch Research Institute at the University of Miami
Is your skin already feeling the drying and cracking effects from the cool winter weather? Mii amo Spa in Sedona, Ariz., suggests making a simple body scrub with 1/2 cup sea salt, 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil and a few drops of lavender oil. Apply to your body where needed during your shower or bath,
Researchers from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University have pinpointed how abscisic acida natural plant hormonehelps to combat inflammation. While the scientists’ previous studies indicate that abscisic acid is beneficial for conditions like diabetes and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), the new evidence suggests natural health resources like abscisic acid may be instrumental in developing new
Certain appetite hormone levels may determine a person’s weight loss results, according to findings published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism. During a 32-week study, a team of researchers examined the effects of an eight-week low-calorie diet on more than 100 people who were considered overweight or obese. The investigators weighed each participant,
Some individuals are not too keen on using prescription medication for ailments as they can sometimes lead to harmful side effects that could be worse than the initial problem. A new study suggests that this notion increases as a patient gets older and richer, according to researchers from the University of Michigan Health System. The
In addition to being a good source of physical activity, practicing Tai Chi, a form of martial arts, can improve symptoms that are associated with chronic mood disorders, according to a study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. A team of researchers collected data from 40 studies conducted nationwide and observed how Tai Chi
Besides being good for the heart, the liver and the metabolism, experts suggest that olive oil may also be good for the skin. An article in the Wall Street Journal suggests laving the face with the natural moisturizer for smoother, firmer skin. The newspaper said that Cleopatra, the ancient Greek queen and Egyptian pharaoh of
By sequencing the genes of bacteria living in the human intestinal tract, researchers believe they have found two particular varieties whose presence or absence may be associated with a serious liver condition. A study published in the journal Gastroenterology determined that people with fatty liver disease display unusual levels of two species of gut flora.
Dear Health-Conscious Friend, ACHOO! Geshundheit! With the summer in full swingyoure likely to hear those expressions quite often. In todays Monday Edition of Health News Weekly, Ill give you some helpful hints for controlling and managing allergy symptoms. Youll also find out which common over-the-counter drugs can almost DOUBLE your risk of hip fracture plus
Do you find yourself experiencing frequent mid-afternoon energy slumps? Well dont reach for the coffee pot just yet! Another effective, all-natural remedy is the herb rosemary. Try keeping a vial of the essential oil on your desk, in your car or tucked in your purse. When your energy reserves run lowjust wave the vial under