Why Magnesium Matters Magnesium is one of the most essential minerals for maintaining overall wellness, yet most people don’t get enough of it. This vital nutrient supports more than 300 biochemical processes in the body, including muscle and nerve function, energy production, and stress regulation (National Institutes of Health [NIH], 2023). When magnesium levels drop, … More Magnesium Matters: Addressing Deficiency
Several different stretches are beneficial to the body, and each has different mechanisms, benefits, and is best used for various scenarios. These are dynamic, static, and PNF stretches. I will describe each and detail how, when, and where to use them for the best results. I will also share how they are useful from a … More Dynamic, Static, or PNF Stretching? What stretch to use when?
Many Americans view massage as a luxury—too expensive and indulgent. At around $60 per hour, it makes sense why people think that. Massage is a standard enough service at spas, the most common being Swedish or therapeutic massage, which are relaxing and light. Massage can be more than that, though. It can help people alleviate … More Massage Myths #3: A luxury that’s too expensive?
Reiki is one of the energy healing modalities available today. Many find great benefits in it, and some feel it does nothing. Though no definitive high-quality clinical research has proven its effectiveness, plenty believe it to help soothe, relax, and heal patients from several maladies, including heart disease, cancer, fatigue, anxiety, and depression(Newman, 2017). Here, … More Reiki- How Frequency Can Heal
As the seasons change and flu season approaches, many of us start looking for ways to boost our immune systems and minimize allergy symptoms. Here in Florida, pollen is prevalent nearly all year. The pollen of different plants spikes at different times of the year with the trees in March, grass in April and the … More Manual Lymphatic Drainage- An Approach to Boosting Immunity
For the last few weeks, we have been delving deep into Himalayan salt and all the benefits touted for uses outside of food on the Facebook page. Himalayan salt has gained popularity for its mineral-rich content, which gives it its pink color. It has been used in alternative health modalities for respiratory and skin treatments … More Himalayan Salt Therapies- The Real Benefits
When I first wrote this post, I wanted to address a trend I’d noticed: people often don’t care about staying home when sick. This was right before COVID-19, and for the first time, we all seemed to agree—stay home when you’re not well. Before the pandemic, it was common for people to push through and … More Should I still come to my appointment sick?
Do you need to drink water after a Massage? This is a wonderful follow-up to our last post. It goes hand in hand with the belief that massage helps remove toxins from the body. Many massage therapists tell you that you need to drink water, as it helps the body “flush” out toxins. Is this … More Mythbusting Massage Fact#2- Need to Drink Water After a Massage
This is a wonderful follow up to our last post. This goes hand-in-hand with the belief that massage helps remove toxins from the body. Many massage therapists tell you that you need to drink water, as it helps the body “flush” out toxins. Is this true? As discussed in the last blog, the body already … More Mythbusting Massage Fact#2 You have to Drink Water After a Massage
Does Massage Remove Toxins from the Body? There is no scientific evidence that massage removes toxins from the body. Our bodies are intricate systems designed to care for most of our needs, including waste disposal. The systems in our body are busy bringing nutrients to various organ systems and, in turn, removing waste and byproducts. … More Mythbusting Fact #1 Massage Removes Toxins
