Archive for July, 2009
Using Other Flower Essences to Relieve Stress
Tags: flower essences, natural, stress relief
Posted in Anxiety, Stress on July 29th, 2009
A lot of different flower essences can be extremely beneficial in any number of different ways. In particular, they can be used to relieve anxiety and stress. They can provide a great and healthy alternative to medications.
One reason they are beneficial is because flower essences do not pose any secondary effects. Nothing changes except the removal of stress and anxiety.
Naturally, they are completely natural as well, which is always a plus. Thus, they are not addictive in any way either, which is an enormous, not to mention healthy, benefit. Moreover, because flower essences do not contain any chemicals, they will not interfere with any other medications at all.
They will not act aggressively, thus they will do no damage to your body, even as you are recovering from stress and anxiety.
Some flower essences you should think about include mint essence, rose essence, and citric essences, just to name a few.
Using Chamomile to Aid in Relaxation
Tags: Anxiety, chamomile, relaxation
Posted in Anxiety, Natural Remedies, Ways To Relax on July 28th, 2009
Chamomile has lots of natural healing properties, and today we are going to look at how it can aid in relaxation. After all, it is known to have the power to soothe.
It has many anti inflammatory properties as well, meaning that if your bowels are inflamed, if you suffer from heartburn, or if you have many other digestive problems, it will be able to help you.
You can cool tea made from chamomile or get chamomile lotion and apply it to your skin. These substances can soothe sunburn, rashes, and other irritations to the skin.
As well, as briefly mentioned, chamomile can also be a kind of natural anti anxiety medication. It reduces anxiety, aids in relaxation, and it may even be able to help insomniacs get to sleep.
Nerves and muscles can even relax with the aid of chamomile. If you have strained muscles or even menstrual cramps, you should definitely try it.
Acupuncture Side Effects: What Are They? Part 2
Tags: Acupuncture, chinese, chinese methods, natural healing, side effects
Posted in Acupuncture on July 24th, 2009
Now that we have talked about some of the dangers of Acupuncture, the next step is going to be warning you about some of the side effects that you might feel. One of the first is going to be the insertation of the needle itself. Some people report feeling a pinprick or even a sting and some people even claim to feel a dull ache around the needle’s side that could actually increase and last for many days after the Acupuncture session. This is not usual, but it is something that could happen.
Another common side effect is going to be the feeling of deep relaxation and also disorientation. Personally – I am not a fan of feeling like that, however – these symptoms should wear off in a day or two. Some of the more serious side effects include dizziness, skin reactions, losing consciousness and sweating – these are only in the extreme cases most of the time.
Acupuncture is safe – these things just happen to some people and they are things that you do need to be aware of before you get the treatment.
Acupuncture Side Effects: What Are They? Part 1
Tags: Acupuncture, chinese, chinese therapies, side effects
Posted in Acupuncture on July 22nd, 2009
While most acupuncturists will only tell you all about the good side effects of Acupuncture, did you know that there are some bad ones that are not publicly known? Well, there are and while there are many good ones – if you are going to an untrained and inexperienced practitioner, there could be a lot of problems. Despite a lot of the reports from television and newspapers, for the most part Acupuncture is actually very safe and clean – however, you want to make sure that you do your research.
Acupuncture is all about needles and there are many different things that can happen whenever you are dealing with needles. Broken needles or non-sterilized needles are among some of the things that you might have to worry about – after all, you never know where the last needle has been.
We are going explore some of those side effects and things that could happen with Acupuncture in the next blog – stay tuned!
How You Can Relieve Your Stress Naturally: Part 2!
Tags: how to deal with stress, relieving stress, Stress, stress levels
Posted in Natural Remedies, Stress on July 19th, 2009
Now that you know all about the herbal capsules that you can take in order to relieve some of the stress that you have, the next thing that can really, really help relieve stress is going to be tea. Drinking tea, just the act of it can be extremely calming and will absolutely reduce your stress levels, which is something that is we all strive for. Now, you are probably wondering what herbs it takes to eliminate the stress that you are feeling.
Well, hops, catnip, skullcap and lady’s slipper are all natural herbs and when they are steeped into a tea, you will see a difference in your stress levels. Some more stress relieving teas include orange leaves and even yerbabuena leaves. All of these can be sweetened with some sugar and a little honey and you will see a huge different.
Finally, aroma therapy is a great way to relieve the stress that you are probably constantly feeling. Just take an oily bath and relax and you will see a difference.
How You Can Relieve Your Stress Naturally: Part 1!
Tags: how to relieve your stress, relieving stress, Stress, stress levels
Posted in Natural Remedies, Stress on July 18th, 2009
When it comes to relieving stress, there are many different ways that you can do it naturally – without medication. Relieving your stress is going to be one of those things that everyone needs to learn how to do and do it without medication. Did you know that there are actual herbal capsules or pills that will really help you combat some stress. Ginkgo Biloba is one of those herbal pills that can really; really help you beat down your stress and tension.
Stress is something that pops in everyone’s life and while there are some ways that you can deal with it with medication, handling your stress naturally is something that is not only healthier in the long run for you, but you will be able to manage it better!
In the next blog, we are going to talk about some natural ways that you can relieve your stress!
Siphoning Energy Through Colors: The Feng Shui Way
Tags: colors, energy, Feng Shui, Siphoning Energy Through Colors
Posted in Feng Shui, Stress, Ways To Relax on July 12th, 2009
We all know that Feng Shui is something that not a lot of people believe in – to be honest, it took me quite a while to believe it in. However … did you know that colors can actually affect your moods? Honestly, colors are something that can create all sorts of mood swings and that is exactly what Feng Shui is trying to balance out for you. You can definitely control your mood swings with Feng Shui and the color scheme that you choose!
One of the first things that you need to understand is what colors do what to your moods. Did you know that red actually evokes passion, not anger? Most people don’t. Yellow is supposed to be friendly, while gives tranquility and blue provides vision. How Feng Shui uses these particular colors is actually by balancing your Yin and Yang energies that live within.
One the balance is there, you will honestly be able to think clearly and it will heighten your emotional intelligence, which is what everyone wants!
Use Facial Massage To Look Younger!
Tags: alternative health, Facial Massage, massage
Posted in Natural Remedies, Natural Skin Care Treatments, massage on July 11th, 2009
When you think about massage, you usually do not think about getting your face massaged. However, did you know that getting a full facial massage is something that can honestly make your skin firm up and all around reduce the amount of stress that you feel? Do you know when your body aches and you get yourself a massage and you feel a heck of a lot better? The same process works for your face!
As soon as you get your face a really, special facial massage, it will take all of the stress out of it and you will honestly feel a heck of a lot better not only about your life but about your appearance! Facial massages can be done by yourself too – just use your fingers and rub all over your cheeks and forehead and pat around your eyes a bit.
You will feel released and this self-massage is something that you can get in the habit of doing every single morning!
Herbal Treatment Options For Combating Baldness
Tags: baldness, combating baldness, herbs, Natural Remedies, treating baldness
Posted in Natural Remedies on July 4th, 2009
Are you going bald? Right now there are millions of Americans and beyond that are going bald and really have no idea what to do about it. Did you know that there are actually a ton of different herbs out there that can help you with your baldness and even help treat it successfully? Well, if you didn’t, that is what I am here for! To inform you about all of those herbs and make sure that you are using natural remedies versus some of those really harsh chemical based-treatments!
One herb that you do not have to travel far to get at all is green tea. Honestly, green tea straight is one sure-fire way to treat your slowly balding head. DHT is actually one of the main causes why men and women alike lose their hair and if you drink a lot of green tea on a daily basis or take it in a capsule, it is believed that green tea will replace that important hormone in your body.
If you do choose to drink your tea, you need about 20 – 40 ounces per day and you want to make sure that it is actually of the highest quality, that way it is not watered down at all. Keep that in mind!
How You Can Use Tui Na Massage For Stress Or Pain
Tags: massage, relieving your stress, Stress, Tui Na Massage
Posted in Natural Remedies, Stress, massage on July 3rd, 2009
Massage is one fantastic way that you can get rid of a lot of your aches and pains and to be honest, I think that if you are feeling extreme aches and pains, you should definitely look into trying Tui Na Massage, this type of massage is very different, very unique and totally incredible to help with high levels of stress as well as dealing with pain.
Tui Na Massage is actually a push/pull technique that is very similar to chiropractic therapy or physical therapy, however, it is different as it is massage as well. Basically, the process uses a lot of active and very passive stretching techniques that really help correct a lot of the things that may be causing you pain. For example, misalignments in the spine, knots in the shoulders and/or back and finally any sprains or strains that you might be feeling can absolutely be helped with Tui Na Massage.
So if you have any of these or all of these, remember that Tui Na Massage is something out there that can really help you!