August 24, 2018
Some buzz words you may hear in the health world include “free radicals” and “antioxidants”. Have you ever wondered what they are and what they do? Free radicals are atoms, ions, or molecules with a valence electron (an unpaired electron in the outer shell). This unpaired electron makes them highly unstable and reactive. How Free […]
June 15, 2018
Sinuses are hollow air-filled sacs found between the bones of the skull and face. They are a system of cavities and connect to the nasal airway. There are four pairs of sinuses. They are the frontal sinus in the forehead, the maxillary sinus behind the cheeks, the ethmoid sinus between the eyes, and the sphenoid […]
April 11, 2018
Vitamin D, also known as the sunshine vitamin, is needed for maintaining strong bones, immune function, cancer prevention, and cognitive health. Calcium, vital for bone health and preventing them from becoming misshapen and broken, can only be absorbed in the presence of vitamin D. If adults do not have enough calcium, they can develop osteoporosis; […]
February 25, 2018
Eating healthy is one thing, but ensuring your body is able to absorb the nutrients is a whole other story! Turmeric, native to India, has been used since ancient times as a color additive and as a household remedy for all kinds of aches and pains. Benefits: Anti-inflammatory Antioxidant Anticancer Antiseptic Immune System Booster Lowers […]
January 25, 2018
Tongue Cleaning: Tongue Cleaning should be done first thing in the morning before brushing your teeth Removes toxins Reduces VSC (volatile sulfur compounds) which is responsible for bad breath Improves oral and digestive health We use copper Tongue Scrapers copper has been used for centuries for its antimicrobial ability Copper inhibits the growth of bacteria, fungi, […]
December 12, 2017
Abhyanga is a daily oil massage often infused with herbs. Sneha is a Sanskrit word which has two meanings – oil and love. Isn’t it interesting that rubbing your body with oil as good as saturating yourself with love. So whenever you do abhyanga, it is advisable for you to love the act of giving yourself […]
November 23, 2017
Dry brushing is exactly what it sounds like – brushing the skin while it is dry. Dry brushing is a simple, fast, inexpensive and easy way to detoxify your body. Our body is constantly detoxifying. The skin is the largest organ and the barrier between the onutside world and our inner selves. Removing dead cells […]
October 1, 2017
Wellness and holistic are two of my favorite topics so I like to read as much material I can get my hands on. While reading about ways to remove body hair naturally for my younger daughter, I discovered an article on the pumice stone. Upon further research, I found a sustainable source; willing to try […]