The Surprising Benefits of Using a Foam Roller

foam-rollerFoam rollers have become increasingly popular over the past few years. Featuring a simple log-shaped piece of foam, they offer a wide range of benefits from soothing muscle pains to preventing injury. Of course, these are just a few of the many reasons why you should use a foam roller.

One of the great things about foam rollers is the countless number of ways that you can use them. One of the easiest techniques is by getting in the “crab crawl” position with the foam roller placed under one of your legs. As you glide back and forth, the roller will massage the calf muscle. continue reading »

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Go Green and Better Your Health With a Compost Bin

compost-419261_1280The most obvious benefit of composting is the ability to create your own ready-to-use soil. While you may already have plenty of soil around your garden, chances are it’s not nearly as nutritious as compost. You have to remember that compost is made from leftover organic material, such as vegetables and fruit peelings; therefore, it contains beneficial microorganisms that promote healthy plant growth. You can use this to your advantage by filling your garden with rich, healthy compost material. continue reading »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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