Natural Health and Wellness

Most of us live busy lives that leave us exhausted. We want more energy, but fail to develop the habits that will bring that energy to us. As Charles Nobel said: "First we make our habits, then our habits make us." Plug yourself into habits that make you energized! Here are some simple tips to a healthier and more energetic you! 1. Chew your food to liquid before you swallow This allows you to digest your food easier (saving your body's energy for other important tasks); gives you the most nutrients out of your food for fuel; and creates a healthier alkaline internal environment (promoting increased health and vitality). 2. Drink water at least every 1-2 (waking) hours Even when we “think” we are hydrated, we generally are not. This causes fatigue. By drinking every couple of hours we will not allow ourselves to become dehydrated. When you are thirsty, you are already dehydrated - and exhaustion is sure to follow.

It took the whole of Creation To produce my foot, my each feather: Now I hold Creation in my foot. Ted Hughes What a beautiful quote I came upon this morning. As a reflexologist, and especially one that is just completing certification in Maternity Reflexology as well, it holds so much significance I'm bounding over to share. Praying I will articulate my thoughts with understanding for you the reader. To begin please allow me to share from the Psalms: You are the one who put me together inside my mother's body, and I praise you because of the wonderful way you created me. Everything you do is marvelous! Of this I have no doubt. ~~Psalm 139:13-14 Now add to this a brief definition of reflexology. Reflexology is based on the belief that every organ, gland, and part of your body is reflected in the feet. The reflexologist uses specific hand, finger, and thumb techniques to address these reflex points encouraging all systems of the body to greater balance and deep relaxation. Only

After receiving any Complementary Therapy Home Care advice is always given. This lymphatic drainage technique is very powerful and effective. Ensure to drink lots of water to encourage the detoxification process. Lymphatic Drainage Routines; Based on the Perrin Technique First routine: Tap hands down front of face, down to chest twice Tap hands down side of head twice Tap hands down the back of the head twice Stroke hands down front of face, down to chest twice Stroke hands down side of head twice Stroke hands down the back of the head twice Use fists to stroke down side and back of neck and flick down towards thoracic duct Tap up the inside of the left arm and then tap up the outside of the same arm Repeat on right arm Tap up the front of the legs, then tap up the back of the legs Cross arms to waist and twist at a 45 degree angle; 4 times maximum Cross arms to shoulder and twist at a 45 degree angle; 4 times maximum Hold arms behind neck and twist at a 45 degree angle; 4 times maximu

We all know it's a good idea to chew our food -- frankly, because we don't want to choke on it. However, most people put food in their mouths, chew a few times and swallow -- as if seeing how quickly we can get it into our tummies. We have either unconditioned ourselves or have never developed a healthy chewing habit to begin with. Let’s take a moment to find out why it’s a good idea to liquefy your food before you bring it down the hatch! Chewing food thoroughly can give us Better Digestion by mechanically and chemically breaking food down, and stimulating the entire digestive process. More Energy by allowing the nutritional value of our food to be absorbed and co