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Stress can be found in all aspects of your life and it continues to be a driving force behind many of the mental and physical ailments of the U.S. population. The American Psychological Association’s Stress in America™ survey warns that a combination of high stress levels, reliance on unhealthy behaviors to manage stress and alarming physical health consequences of...

Five Surprising Benefits of MassageWe know a massage feels good, but it can have a host of therapeutic advantages, too.The newest cure-all may be an ancient one: simple touch. The Chinese have been using massage for all kinds of medical conditions for centuries. Now, Western research is confirming that massage isn't just for muscle pain. One of the most surprising findings: massage...

True Romance  5 Ways to have a healthy romantic dinner, whether you're cooking in or eating out.It’s February, the month of LOVE, and yes romance is in the air! Valentine’s Day is a special day for lovebirds, but one day is far too short a time for all the romance of February.  Why not show your significant other your love and concern for their health by...

 Does the cold winter weather and grey skies leave your mind and body feeling fatigued and sluggish? Are your lower back muscles stiff and tight from shoveling snow over the winter and staying cooped up in your house during unfavorable weather conditions? If so, it is time to put a spring back into your step and relieve your lower back pain with the following four lower...

As old man winter blows in dry, cold weather this time of year, your hands and feet may be suffering from dry conditions, irritated skin and stiff muscle aches. Your hands and feet can really take a beating throughout the course of your busy life, but especially during the winter season, making this time of the year the best season to give your hands and feet the attention they...

Bust through the Resolution Rut by Focusing on Overall Health, Well-Being for the New Year                                                      ...

Melt Away Tax Time Stress with Three Simple Relaxation Strategies(Word Count: 685) April showers may bring May flowers, but “stress storms”, common this time of year (April 17 tax deadlines, changes in seasons, failed New Year’s resolution attempts), can leave you feeling wilted, run down and even depressed. Instead of getting caught in a storm of stress...

New Survey Shows Consumers Seek Massage For Regular Health Maintenance Primary reason individuals receive massage therapy is for medical reasonsRecent results from the 16th annual consumer survey conducted by the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) reveal more consumers are incorporating massage therapy into their regular health and wellness regimens to assist with...

So we all know that a massage can make you feel great. After all who wouldn’t like getting pampered when feeling stressed out? What you may not realize is there are actually quite a few health benefits of getting a massage from treating anxiety to even depression. Scientists have now begun to study massage to better understand its medical benefits and how it can help treat...

The number of doctors and hospitals offering alternative therapies is on the rise. Results of a 2011 survey indicate that 42% of hospitals offer therapies such as relaxation training, massage, acupuncture and others. The great news is that 64% of the hospitals surveyed said they use massage therapy as a part of outpatient care.The September 2011 issue of Consumer Reports published...