Monthly Archives: December 2010
Kids Get Headaches, Too
Kids, not just adults, get headaches too. Luckily, very few headaches are caused by serious conditions, such as a tumor, infections, or a head injury. Regardless, common headaches can be very painful and distracting for children. Childhood Headache Tips for … Continue reading
Filed under Children's Health, Pain Relief
Are You Suffering from Job Burnout?
Kelly James thought she wanted to be a lawyer, but after four different law jobs in five years, hoping each position would lessen her unhappiness, she was at a breaking point. “I lived for Friday. I’d count the hours until … Continue reading
Filed under Stress Management
Suggested Uses for Juniper Berry Essential Oil
Juniper berry was one of the first aromatics used in ancient civilization, and has a colorful history of use. The ancient Greeks burned juniper branches to combat epidemics. The English burned it as well, and hoped its magical powers would … Continue reading
Filed under Aromatherapy
Red Cabbage Wraps With Quinoa and Goat Cheese
Photo Credit to Mardi of the Sprout and Pea Blog These days, quinoa has become a very popular cooking ingredient and considering that it’s high in protein, gluten-free, easy to digest, and quick to cook, it’s not that surprising. A … Continue reading
Filed under Cooking, Recipes and Food Info
The Link Between Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a complication and cause of premature death among people with diabetes. Unfortunately, many people with diabetes do not understand the risk of cardiovascular disease or what they can do to help prevent it. Diabetes is a … Continue reading
Alternative Therapies: Magnet Therapy
Overview Long popular in Japan, magnet therapy has entered public awareness in the United States, stimulated by golfers and tennis players extolling the virtues of magnets in the treatment of sports-related injuries. Magnetic knee, shoulder, and ankle pads, as well … Continue reading
Filed under Alternative Therapies
Suggested Uses for Jasmine Essential Oil
Exotic and sweet, jasmine is a highly sought after oil. Exorbitantly expensive in its pure form, it’s not uncommon to find “cut” or synthetic versions on the market. These variants are beneficial as well| as affordable. Jasmine’s historic use goes … Continue reading
Filed under Aromatherapy
