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Handmade Gifts Using Essential Oils
Handmade gifts are always more appreciated than those that are bought in stores. The time and consideration you’ve put into each piece you’ve made shows the person you’re presenting to that you truly care about them. Going above and beyond with essential oils adds the homeopathic element we all, as humans, crave. Between the... Continue reading→
Autism and Massage
Parents of autistic children understand the struggle their children face with day to day tasks. It can be an uphill battle for some. When it comes to treating autism, the level and kind of treatment and care can become controversial. Many choose to go a holistic route. Some choose to go a medical route. Overall,... Continue reading→
Stiff Back From The Office? Try Our Stretches
Many of our clients work in an office, and with the start of school, many more of our clients (or their children) are finding themselves sitting in a chair for anywhere from 2-6 hours at a time. Sitting in a chair is much like eating too much sugar; the affects may not be seen immediately,... Continue reading→
Refreshing Recipes with Essential Oils!
When the weather is this warm, you want something refreshing! You’re less likely to eat rich, thick foods, and more likely to eat light, savory foods. No one wants to slave over the kitchen stove though, so the less heat in the kitchen the better! We’ve found the perfect recipe that’s both refreshing and requires... Continue reading→
Top Five Essential Oils for Back to School
It is almost time to head back to school! While you are busy tackling supply lists, stop to think about preparing your child’s body and mind for the new school year in addition to their backpack! Essential oils are becoming a popular and safe way to take care of the whole family. Applying or diffusing oils from... Continue reading→
How A Summertime Massage Can Benefit Your Health
Can you believe it’s already August? It seems like summertime has flown right by, and we’re sure you’re feeling the effects of it in one way or another. Either you’ve spent much of your time at the pool, and are nursing a burn, or have caught up with many of your outdoor chores and can... Continue reading→
Medical Massage: What It Is, and Why You Need It
During the summer months, you’re either relaxing and enjoying the time off with your kids, or your stressing out trying to find care or things to do for your kids. Perhaps children aren’t even in the picture and you’re either more adventurous with hikes and bikes as the temperatures rise, or summer causes an influx... Continue reading→
Holistic Weight Loss-What It Is And Why You Need It
We are excited to host a great event tonight, the Holistic Weight Management Class/Workshop! What does that mean, though? For many of you, you may know what it means to manage your weight, but what does it mean to do it ‘holistically’? Holistic medicine at its core addresses the human as a whole; treating the... Continue reading→
Essential Oil Highlight: Lemongrass
Lemongrass is one of those truly virtual essential oils that offers its users a multitude of benefits. Lemongrass is essentially known to be added in many Asian dishes, however its uses go far beyond food. Lemongrass essential oil can be applied topically, digested, and used aromatically, making this oil extremely diverse. Lemongrass Oil Uses... Continue reading→
Benefits of Massage Therapy In Your Elder Years
People are living longer and longer, due to better diets, better healthcare, and better living conditions. Although the environment surrounding us has changed, the basic needs of humans haven’t changed, which means massage is still as important in your elder years as it is in your younger years, however for those baby boomers looking to... Continue reading→
Benefits of A Hot Stone Massage
Many of our clients have heard of a Swedish massage or a deep tissue massage, but when it comes to a more select type, some are hesitant to try. One of our favorite massages is a hot stone massage, but, what does that mean exactly? A hot stone massage uses smooth, heated stones, generally... Continue reading→
Join Us At The Shensara Festival!
We’re so excited about the two major events we are going to be a part of in the coming months. We shared DoahFest with you in our last blog, and really hope it inspires you to be a part of it-it’s a truly magnificent and fun event that hits all the senses! Another event we... Continue reading→
Medical Massage Specialties Will Be At DoahFest!
We have the great pleasure of being a part of a couple of wonderful events this summer, so we thought we would take some time to expand on what we will be doing, and what the events are about . There’s so much to share, so we’ll tell you all about one event in today’s... Continue reading→
Top Essential Oils For The Summer
During the summer months, it’s easy to get caught up in the sun and surf of it all, without much forethought to the many dangers that lurk beneath. Mosquitoes (especially ones carrying the Zika Virus), sunburns, and much more can really put a damper on a time that is generally set aside for relaxation and... Continue reading→
Benefits of Teen Massage
We tend to ignore our bodies until we’re adults and all the damage from years of abuse has come to a head. We take pills, go to the doctor, and some of us treat our bodies with the massage it needs. Teenagers and children have shown to benefit greatly by massage (where all of our... Continue reading→
Eating Before or After a Massage
Nearly any massage you get relaxes your body and releases toxins through your system. In doing this, it’s normal to feel a little light-headed or sick to your stomach after a particularly good session. Massage draws blood to your extremities making it difficult to gain optimum digestion. A question we get often is, what foods... Continue reading→
Most Common Back Pain Causes and Prevention
Dad gives his all doesn’t he? Where moms are there for us emotionally in a lot of ways, dad’s tend to take on the physical support of the family. This kind of support starts to manifest in their bodies, causing major back pain that radiates throughout the body and facilitating a multitude of other issues.... Continue reading→
Best Essential Oils For Camping
The weather is hopefully going to begin agreeing with us, and the sun will be out on a more consistent basis now. In saying that, it’s the perfect time of the year to go camping! The days are getting longer, and it’s still cool enough to enjoy a campfire, yet warm enough to sleep outside... Continue reading→
Utilizing Massage in Weight Loss
As we enter the warmer season, many become more motivated than ever to lose those last few pounds, or extra inches before having to slip into a bathing suit. Did you know regular massage is quite effective in improving your metabolism and helping you shed those pounds? Massage is a process of kneading and pressing... Continue reading→
Lymphatic Massage Benefits
The lymph is one of the most misunderstood areas of the body, and yet is an incredibly important part of our body’s system. Although a major task for the lymph is to take away toxins, sometimes it can get clogged or over-stressed causing a multitude of issues in our body that seem to be random... Continue reading→
