You might be under the impression that you’re fit and healthy simply because you count calories and avoid over-indulging in fatty foods. You should know, however, that this is only half the battle. Instead, it’s about what time you eat. This is something to consider if you’re in the habit of eating before bed. While a quick snack before calling it a night can have positive effects, here’s what you need to know about the risks associated with eating the wrong things before bed. Acid reflux Anyone who suffers from gastroesophageal reflux disease might be playing with fire if they regularly eat b ..read more

Breath therapy – also known as breathwork – is the practice of mastering the way you breathe. Of course, this might sound like a strange concept since breathing is one of the most natural things in the world. The fact is, however, that poor breathing techniques can actually lead to stress, ill-health and a general lack of wellness. With this in mind, let’s look at some of the ways breath therapy can help you get through the working day. Energy You might well feel positively tired when your alarm first goes off in the morning. Instead of heading for the coffee though, deep breathing is a more p ..read more

If you have decided to see a doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO), they may recommend the osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT). This is possibly something you don’t know much about, and you may have no idea what to expect once treatment begins. This is what we are going to address in this post and help you understand everything you experience in the foreseeable future. Your DO is a licensed physician whose aim is to improve your overall health using osteopathic manipulative treatments that may involve massaging, stretching, and moving your musculoskeletal system. Depending on your condition ..read more

Acupuncture dates back thousands of years from early China, where acupuncture was adopted as part of their traditional Chinese medicines. Traditionally, it relies on the belief that when your life force energy becomes stale, illness occurs. Acupuncture was used to restore this energy through specific points in the body. Scientifically, acupuncture stimulates nerves under the skin and muscle. Your body naturally produces endorphins as a reaction, which is known to relax and regulate the body. Once the muscles in your body relax, you get a sense of calm and relaxation, which works well with pain ..read more

Massage has long been established as a therapeutic therapy for any aches and pains that you may suffer from. Hot stone therapy is a form of massage that can help to relieve persistent pain and muscle stress. It can also help if you have any damage to the soft tissue. This is achieved when flat and smooth hot stones are placed on to the skin. Stones can be placed along the stomach, face, chest, palms and spine. There are many benefits to this therapy, four of which will be discussed below. Used to alleviate muscle pain Heat has always been used to help relieve aching joints and muscles, and hot ..read more

Tea originated in China thousands of years ago and was used as a form of medicine to cure ailments of the sick. While the art of using tea as a natural medicine may have fallen by the wayside, it’s important to know that it can still be super beneficial. Below you’ll find some facts about tea that will have you running to your kettle to steep in the benefits of tea drinking in no time. Tea has less caffeine than coffee Now, to be fair, this is dependent on the type of tea you drink. Herbal teas carry no caffeine whatsoever, so you can drink as much as you want without cutting yourself off in t ..read more

This year your summer holiday might start and end with a long-haul flight. This is typically a plane ride where you’re in the air for a minimum of four hours – and it doesn’t include the inevitable time spent waiting at the airport, boarding the plane or collecting your luggage upon arrival. Once your trip is over and done with it’s possible that you might not feel like yourself. It’s at this point when you should consider getting a massage. Let’s look at three reasons a massage is usually needed following a long-haul flight. Stiffness Your body will more than likely feel stiff after a long-ha ..read more

You’ll surely be expecting your wedding to be the happiest day of your life. Luckily, there’s really no reason why it can’t be perfect – especially if you get a spray tan beforehand. This is something that all brides should consider before walking down the aisle. A sun-kissed complexion is a must-have throughout the year, but there’s even more reason to attain one when you’re getting ready to walk down the aisle. Let’s look at three reasons why all brides should consider getting a spray tan before getting married. Safety A spray tan is the safe way to control your colouring before getting marr ..read more

Your ears can be difficult to maintain. The fact that you can’t see what’s going on in them means that you’re unable to tackle any problems when they first arise – ultimately meaning the issue can escalate before you’ve got a chance to take action. This, of course, is how earwax builds up. The sticky substance can cause a number of health issues if it’s left to build up, many of which can impact both your personal and professional life. As you ponder ear candling to combat the problem, let’s look at three risks that come from an excess of earwax. Hearing Difficulty in hearing can be the first ..read more

It can feel like you’ll always be in a state of mourning after losing a loved one. Unfortunately, there’s no set timeframe for when you’ll start to accept your loss and take your first steps back to normality – but you could find that it helps to visit a medium. By getting in touch with the afterlife, you’ll soon discover how it can be both a comforting and enlightening experience that has the power to make your grief subside. With this in mind, let’s look at three ways visiting a medium can help you in your state of mourning. Direction Those suffering from grief often describe feeling directi ..read more