All of us at Lifewise would like to express our gratitude to our loyal patients and students for their continued support.
For the entire month of June enjoy:
- Discounts on All Products
- A Raffle for Great Prizes
- Refer A Friend Promotion
- & more...
Friday, June 19, 2009
June 2009
If you have visited the office lately you will likely have noticed some new faces. I would like to extend a warm welcome to our two newest staff members at the front desk, Jessica Gregory & Neive Lenihan. The girls have been working hard to “learn the ropes”, and are eager to ensure your every visit to Lifewise is a positive experience, from beginning to end. Be sure to pop into the office, during the month of June - you might even win something!
Yours In Health,
Dr. Karen Baker
Yours In Health,
Dr. Karen Baker
Soak Your Stress Away
Dennis Newhook RMT, CYT
Stressed? Sore muscles? Try this simple treatment at home...
Epsom Salt, named after the South England town where the salt was first obtained, is comprised of magnesium and sulphate. It is widely prescribed to ease stress, reduce headaches, promote sleep, ease muscle tension, and aid detoxification. Adding the salts to your bath water following exercise or massage treatment can help reduce delayed onset muscle soreness and speed tissue repair. Epsom salts can be purchased from most pharmacies, department stores, or health food stores. Keep the following tips in mind to ensure your safety and enjoy your bath! 2-4 cups of salts for a full bath (do not add soaps, oils, or other bath products) Soak for a minimum of 10 min, up to 25 min Sip cool water while bathing (plastic cup is safest in case you drop it) and keep a cold facecloth on the back of your neck or forehead to avoid overheating Allow the water to drain from the tub before you stand up, and rinse yourself with cool to warm water afterwards If possible, do not bathe while you are home alone If you have a diagnosed heart condition or high blood pressure, it is recommended to bathe with your heart above the level of the water and with a cold towel around your neck Shorter durations and lower water temperatures can increase your tolerance to the treatment
If you have further questions or concerns, consult your healthcare professional.
*References: “Heat & Cold as Ty” by Laurel Fowlie; Epsom Salt Council (www.epsomsaltcouncil.org)
Stressed? Sore muscles? Try this simple treatment at home...
Epsom Salt, named after the South England town where the salt was first obtained, is comprised of magnesium and sulphate. It is widely prescribed to ease stress, reduce headaches, promote sleep, ease muscle tension, and aid detoxification. Adding the salts to your bath water following exercise or massage treatment can help reduce delayed onset muscle soreness and speed tissue repair. Epsom salts can be purchased from most pharmacies, department stores, or health food stores. Keep the following tips in mind to ensure your safety and enjoy your bath! 2-4 cups of salts for a full bath (do not add soaps, oils, or other bath products) Soak for a minimum of 10 min, up to 25 min Sip cool water while bathing (plastic cup is safest in case you drop it) and keep a cold facecloth on the back of your neck or forehead to avoid overheating Allow the water to drain from the tub before you stand up, and rinse yourself with cool to warm water afterwards If possible, do not bathe while you are home alone If you have a diagnosed heart condition or high blood pressure, it is recommended to bathe with your heart above the level of the water and with a cold towel around your neck Shorter durations and lower water temperatures can increase your tolerance to the treatment
If you have further questions or concerns, consult your healthcare professional.
*References: “Heat & Cold as Ty” by Laurel Fowlie; Epsom Salt Council (www.epsomsaltcouncil.org)
Healing Foods for Liver Qi Stagnation
JoAnn Alafriz, BSc, Dipl ST, Dipl Ac
According to Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) many of us suffer from Liver Qi Stagnation; meaning, our Qi (vital energy) is not flowing smoothly through the channels of our body. The Liver is responsible for moving the Qi.
Liver Qi Stagnation can manifest itself as: irritability, depression, moodiness, sour regurgitation, feeling "wound up", abdominal distension, irregular periods, painful periods and pre-menstrual tension.
In TCM, the following foods and herbs are recommended to get the Liver Qi moving:
Lemon, lime, grapefruit, mustard greens, watercress, spinach, swiss chard, kale, parsley, cardamom, cumin, fennel, mint, lemon balm, chamomile, peony root, dandelion root, strawberry, peach, cherry, plum,cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, brussel sprouts, asparagus, amaranth, quinoa, millet, seaweed, & tofu.
Foods and herbs that congest Liver function, and are best to AVOID, include:
Intoxicants, alcohol, coffee, highly processed and refined foods, foods high in saturated fats (mammal meat, cheese and eggs), hydrogenated or poor quality foods (margarine, refined and rancid oils), fried and excessively spicy foods, sugar and sweets, excesses nuts and seeds.
*JoAnn is available on Wednesdays and Saturdays at Lifewise – feel free to drop by if you have more detailed questions.
According to Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) many of us suffer from Liver Qi Stagnation; meaning, our Qi (vital energy) is not flowing smoothly through the channels of our body. The Liver is responsible for moving the Qi.
Liver Qi Stagnation can manifest itself as: irritability, depression, moodiness, sour regurgitation, feeling "wound up", abdominal distension, irregular periods, painful periods and pre-menstrual tension.
In TCM, the following foods and herbs are recommended to get the Liver Qi moving:
Lemon, lime, grapefruit, mustard greens, watercress, spinach, swiss chard, kale, parsley, cardamom, cumin, fennel, mint, lemon balm, chamomile, peony root, dandelion root, strawberry, peach, cherry, plum,cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, brussel sprouts, asparagus, amaranth, quinoa, millet, seaweed, & tofu.
Foods and herbs that congest Liver function, and are best to AVOID, include:
Intoxicants, alcohol, coffee, highly processed and refined foods, foods high in saturated fats (mammal meat, cheese and eggs), hydrogenated or poor quality foods (margarine, refined and rancid oils), fried and excessively spicy foods, sugar and sweets, excesses nuts and seeds.
*JoAnn is available on Wednesdays and Saturdays at Lifewise – feel free to drop by if you have more detailed questions.
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