Laughter can be infectious. When you hear the sound of laughter, you can’thelp but laugh yourself. When laughter is shared among others, it creates abond between people and increases both intimacy and happiness. Laughter can trigger healthy changes in the body and mind. It can increaseyour energy level, lessen pain, strengthen the immune system, and… Read More How Laughter Can Improve Your Health
Essential oils have long been a big part of the alternative health scene and are clearly of interest to more people now than ever before (a recent report showed that Google searches for ‘Essential Oils” have tripled in the last two years). As an advocate of essential oils for health and wellness, I couldn’t be… Read More Using Essential Oils Safely
If, like me, you’ve been using essential oils for decades, you’ve probably owned an essential oil burner of some kind at some point. I certainly did, as far back as the late eighties and early nineties. I placed a tiny tea light candle in a little ceramic burner (which cost me next to nothing, as… Read More Why Diffusing Essential Oils is Better Than Burning Them
Headaches can be extremely painful and debilitating, and sometimes the medication you take for the headache leaves you feeling washed out and nauseous. If you are one of the millions of people who suffer from headaches on a regular basis, this article is for you. Before you decide to reach for the medicine cabinet, try… Read More Natural Remedies For Headaches
What Exactly Is The Immune System? The immune system is a collection of cells, organs, and substances that defends the body against infection and illness. It monitors the body at the cellular level and attempts to rid it of anything unfamiliar. Any substance that enters the body that the immune system does not recognize is… Read More Natural Ways To Boost Your Immunity
We live in a society of tired and worn out people. Many people have desk jobs or sit most of the day, which, while not using much actual energy, tends to make us feel zapped and more tired, because physical movement begets energy. We run from work or school to home where we face chores… Read More 10 Ways To Combat Fatigue And Increase Your Vitality, Naturally
As we age, it is natural for bodily systems to begin to fade and slow down, and that includes memory. It may become difficult to remember someone’s name, information, or at some point, even the directions to a place you’ve been to several times. Sometimes significant memory issues are caused by brain impairing conditions, such… Read More Natural Ways To Boost Your Memory Power As You Age
As we age, our brains lose weight and volume. Many factors affect how fast our brains degenerate, but some research suggests that people who meditate may lose less brain mass over time than those who do not. In particular, people who meditate seem to show less of a decrease in their white brain matter over… Read More Can Meditation Help Keep Your Brain Young?
Men and women are different in many ways and so there are specific medical conditions unique to women that need special attention in order to maximize quality of life and prolong life whenever possible. In addition, women can suffer from the same diseases that are normally associated with men. These conditions, too, must be prevented… Read More The Five Most Important Health Concerns For Women
Back pain is often temporary. You pull a muscle, over-exercise, or sit for too long. Or you may suffer ongoing bouts of back pain related to poor posture or other regular activities that cause stress and strain on your back. The pain may last for a few hours, and then go away entirely. But studies… Read More How To Prevent Back Pain As You Age