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Reduce Rheumatoid Arthritis Joint Pain With Massage

hand-351277_1280Do you suffer from the chronic inflammatory joint disorder known as rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? If so, you aren’t alone. According to the Arthritis Foundation, approximately 1.5 million people in the U.S. have the disease (source). While it’s more common in adults over the age of 35, both men and women of all ages can develop RA.

To better understand RA, you must first take a step back to view how the body responds to foreign invaders. When bacteria, mold or other invaders attempt to enter and attack the body, the immune system responds with its own attack. With RA, however, the immune system views the soft tissue surrounding the joints as foreign invaders; thus, creating a wide range of unpleasant symptoms. continue reading »

Top Foods For Healthy Hair

salmon-012The food you eat plays a critical role in a number of bodily functions, including the hair. People who consume empty-calorie foods (foods with calories but no real nutritional value) are more likely to suffer from weak/frail hair, split-ends, poor coloring, and other problems with their hair. So, which foods you should consume for a healthy head of hair? continue reading »

Benefits of a 90-Minute Massage

massage-389716_1280Some people assume that massage therapy is only beneficial if you have it done on a regular basis –  but this couldn’t be further from the truth. Just a single 90-minute massage session can have a profound impact on your physical and mental well-being. A skilled massage therapist can identify and target “problem areas” within your body, kneading out myofascial trigger points (muscle knots) while leaving you feeling fresh and rejuvenated. continue reading »

Tired of Painful, Achy Feet? Try These Remedies

legs-434918Nearly everyone will experience foot pain at some point in their life. It may only present itself in the form of minor tenderness or swelling, or it may cause excruciating pain that restricts your ability to run/walk. To make matters worse, it’s oftentimes difficult to pinpoint where exactly the pain is coming from. Since the foot contains hundreds of nerve endings, you will generally feel pain throughout your entire foot anytime those nerves are affected.

You might be surprised to learn that there are 24 different bones in the average person’s foot. If just one of these bones is fractured or becomes misaligned, it can cause a wide range of symptoms, including pain, swelling and tenderness.  continue reading »

Are You Drinking Enough Water? Hydration and Your Health

glass-of-water-01According to a report published by CBS, 75% of Americans don’t drink the 10 daily cups of water recommended by the Institute of Medicine. Going throughout the day in a state of mild dehydration may not cause any immediate concerns, but it will eventually take its toll on your body and health. If you fall into the majority and don’t drink enough water, you should take note of what I’m about to tell you.

Water is essential for every living organism on Earth, and humans are no exception. Our bodies are comprised of 60-70% water; it’s in our muscles, tissue, fat, ligaments, and even our brains. Without H2O, our organs would fail and our bodies would shut down. Studies have even shown that blood plasma is comprised of approximately 90% water. continue reading »

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