Lemon essential oil is fresh and energizing fragrance that can aid in concentration. The distinctive lemony fragrance is due to limonene, a naturally occurring chemical, which is also found in lemongrass. Lemon EO is extracted from the rind through cold pressing. The oil can range from a pail yellow to deep yellow and has a [...]
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We have discussed meditation on the blog here (Complementary Therapy: Meditation), here (Types of Meditations), and here (Elements of Meditation) before. According to Psychology Today, “Mindfulness meditation is unique in that it is not directed toward getting us to be different from how we already are. Instead, it helps us become aware of what is already [...]
Your Body on Sugar – In a society where we have an overwhelming selection of processed foods it seems that sugar (particularly refined) is in many (if not most) foods. An excess of sugar in your diet can have a negative impact on your mental and physical health. Get Ready for the Long Haul – [...]
Stress can have serious, negative impact on your health and quality of life. This graphic shares several facts about the effects of stress on the mind and body.
Hip flexor muscles can help you stand up to pain– This post by USA Today has a great infographic about how to prevent sitting injuries. Since we live in an increasingly sedentary society where many of us sit at work for 8+ hours a day we have to be mindful of the ill effects that [...]
