The Science Behind Sound Healing
The practice of using sound and music for healing purposes goes back for centuries. Today, some practitioners refer to this activity as “sound healing.” What is the science behind this kind of therapy? Is it […]
Health
7 Tips to Make Your Home Healthier
Your home is your sanctuary, but just how healthy is it? It’s not something we often think about. We’re exercising, eating well and trying to control stress, but the truth is we spend a lot […]
IMS vs. Acupuncture — What Is the Difference?
If you suffer from chronic musculoskeletal pain like low back pain or neck pain, then you might have considered intramuscular stimulation treatment (also known as IMS or “dry needling”) or acupuncture. IMS involves the use […]
Best and Worst Foods for Your Dental Health
Good oral hygiene is very important for optimal dental health. However, in large part, the foods we eat play a role in our oral health too. Each time you eat, you expose your pearly whites […]
How to Exercise Safely When Air Quality is Poor
Air pollution. Car exhaust. Wildfire smoke. You want to go out for a walk, jog a few miles or ride your roller blades around the park, but you can’t help but wonder: Is it safe […]
Tips for Staying Hydrated
Gina blinked her eyes and tried to focus on her screen. She had a big project due in 2 hours, but her brain wasn’t cooperating with her. She plugged in her earphones and tried to […]
11 Healthy Reasons Why You Should Drink More Tea
According to The Tea Association of the USA, the market for tea in the United States more than quadrupled during the past couple of decades. Today, Americans drink about 20 percent more of the beverage […]
Medicine Cabinet Makeover – Use This Not That
Traditional Western medicine is beyond helpful and can be lifesaving in certain circumstances. There are a time and place for pharmaceutical intervention. However, nature has provided us with a wealth of healing herbs, foods, spices, […]
E-Cigarette Myths and the Dangers of Vaping
When electronic cigarettes, or “e-cigarettes,” first came onto the market in the United States, they were advertised as a safe and effective way to quit smoking. Manufacturers touted their lack of tobacco and the fact […]
Menopause – What to Expect
Menopause — the word stirs up images of angry middle-aged women with hot flashes. Don’t let the horror stories scare you. While there are certainly some unappealing aspects of menopause, it is another milestone in […]