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Stress & Relaxation »

[24 May 2011 | 5 Comments ]

Experience four research-based,stress management techniques that are accepted and used by both the traditional medical and holistic communities.

You will not find any philosophies, theories or fluff presented here because frankly, we do not have time for that and chances are neither do you. Enjoy and learn four stress-management techniques; diaphragmatic breathing, affirmations, visualizations, and progressive muscular relaxation accompanied by soothing, uplifting m… More >>

Indigo Dreams: Adult Relaxation-Guided Meditation/Relaxation Techniques decrease anxiety, stress, anger

Stress & Relaxation »

[28 Apr 2011 | No Comment ]

Life is full of changes and it is understandable that how we manage stress may be influenced by how we process change.

Change can be stressful or it can be a good thing. We all learn stress management techniques either through watching how others handle stress or by learning through educational resources such as taking a stress management class. We may have learned techniques such as doing yoga or other relaxation techniques in order to handle stress. We may have learned how to take time to enjoy life more, or how …

Guest Articles, Health and Vitality, Heart, Blood, Circulatory »

[4 Apr 2011 | 3 Comments ]

by Warren Matthews of Xtend-Life Natural Supplements

This allegation is the thrust of an article by Byron Richards. It is also something that I agree with him on. He has written an excellent article on the subject of statins introducing some new material and I have reproduced it below for you.

It is common for people to be ‘forced’ to go on to a statin drug when there is no need for it. The latest instance that was brought to my attention was just a few days ago when …

Alternative Therapies, Aromatherapy »

[3 Apr 2011 | No Comment ]

Cancer is a dreaded disease that appears to survive and continue to thrive despite all the money and research that the allopathic medical system throws its way. This is due in part to Western medicine’s intent to treat the disease, rather than acknowledge and encourage alternative therapies.

There is much more money to be made through the pushing of pills and toxic treatments than there is condoning a healthy lifestyle with proper nutritional counselling, vitamin and nutritional therapy, exercise, stress management and alternative health therapies (like aromatherapy) when needed.

What Western medicine …

Stress & Relaxation »

[27 Mar 2011 | No Comment ]

Stress is ubiquitous and on the rise. How we learn to manage it can have profound effects on our health and well being. This series explains how our bodies experience stress and demonstrates effective strategies to help you thrive in a fast-paced world. On this edition, Jason Satterfield, Director of Behavioral Medicine at UCSF, explores adjustment to chronic medical and stress-induced illnesses, HIV, and stress-management. Series: UCSF Mini Medical School for the Public
PureCalm is a natural, safe and effective liquid herbal formula that works quickly to eliminate symptoms of tension, …

Anxiety and Depression »

[20 Mar 2011 | One Comment ]

Prayer is a direct way of way of communicating and conversing with God. Prayer is a spiritual exercise that helps strengthen your own spirit as well your connection to God.

The more you pray the more intimate your relationship with God becomes. It involves more than just asking for help. You can discuss the happenings of your day; you can give thanks to him for all his divine blessings; you can ask him to share his blessings with your family and the whole world; you can even use it as a …

Stress & Relaxation »

[6 Mar 2011 | One Comment ]

More than letting you reduce the sum of money allocated for food, there is another very beneficial effect of planting vegetable gardens that will really give your health a great deal of favor: stress relief.

We all know how stress wreaks havoc to our overall health. Aside from the more obvious fact that stress takes out joy and serenity in our lives, it is also the root of many illnesses known to man. The negative effects of stress in our lives can and will bring several problems such as: heart diseases, …

Guest Articles, Let's Work Out!, Weight Loss, Fitness »

[1 Mar 2011 | 7 Comments ]

Exercise is what your body instinctively wants to do especially under stress: fight or flight, and it works. It burns off some of the stress chemicals which tension produces.

Therefore, a tired muscle is a relaxed muscle. Regular exercise builds stamina that can help anyone battle stress.

But even something as casual as a walk around the block can help you burn off some of the tension that you carrying around.

1. Aerobics : The word aerobic literally means “with oxygen” or “in the presence of oxygen.” Aerobic exercise is any activity that …

Stress & Relaxation »

[20 Feb 2011 | No Comment ]

Stress, in and of itself, it not harmful to you. In fact, some amount of stress can actually be a good thing for you. When you feel tension and a little stress, it may help you focus on your task at hand and it may even make you work harder. However, stress can become a problem. When you let stress get the best of you, then you can experience a whole host of issues ranging from panic attacks to anxiety.

When you are talking about stress, you are talking about the …

Guest Articles, Mind and Spirit »

[10 Feb 2011 | No Comment ]
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Stressing less is usually easier said than done. However, stress is a leading contributor to the development of heart disease, so it is important to mitigate it! Stress can also lead to many other physical problems, including ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, memory loss, thyroid problems, skin conditions, fatigue, headaches, decreased libido, and many others. A number of psychological problems can also be attributed to stress, such as depression, eating disorders, and anxiety.

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