Aromatherapy is a Unique Form of Massage Therapy
Aromatherapy is a one-of-a-kind form of massage therapy because of the oils that are used during a session. The therapist might use one from more than 90 oils to remuneration psychological and physical benefits to the body. Most of the oils used for aromatherapy come from natural ingredients. Examples of these include herbs, milk powders, [...]
Ginseng
Out of all of the herbal supplements on the market today, Ginseng is the most widely used. In primeval times Ginseng went by a different name, “man root.” because the root resembled that of the shape of a man. To this day many people believe in the powers of Ginseng as they believe that it [...]
Ayurvedic Herbal Home Remedies for Stress
27 March 2012 by admin
Categories: home remedies
Stress is the disruption of homeostasis and physical or psychological stimuli. Stress is a feeling that’s created when we react to particular events. Stress is simply a fact of nature — forces from the outside world affecting the individual. Stress is the “wear and tear” our bodies experience as we adjust to our continually changing [...]
Frankincense
Since farther back than anyone can remember Frankincense has been used for medicinal and religious purposes. Early Egyptians used Frankincense as part of their embalming process, the Greeks used it as an antidote to hemlock poisoning, and the Chinese used it for trading as well as for internal and external purposes. Today, Frankincense is used [...]
Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus is an aromatic herb that has properties that remuneration great relief as a decongestant and an expectorant. For centuries Vick’s which is made as a Eucalyptus rub is applied to the back and chest of a mortal who has a common cold or any other respiratory distress. It is known to loosen the mucus [...]
Cloves
Cloves are definitely one of the most distinct herbs around but ironically enough, cloves have been around forever and are not finished doing business just yet. Usually if you can not get your hands on some cloves, Allspice can be a substitute. Cloves have some preservative properties to them but they work well as an [...]
Chamomile
Chamomile is an herb that has been used for thousands of years for many ailments including gas, diarrhea, stomach upset, sleeplessness, and anxiety. It can also be used topically for certain skin lesions. The Chamomile plant has flowering tops and these are what are used for making tea and other herbal remedies that include Chamomile. [...]
Balsam of Tolu
Balsam of Tolu is an herb that comes from a very tall tree that can be found in Columbia, Peru, Venezuela, Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Bolivia. This herbal plant has also been called Balsam of Peru because it was originally exported primarily from Peru but that is no longer the case. The resin of this [...]
Info On Food Nutrition And Herbal Asthma
What is all about nutrition and diet? There are some nutrition basics you can keep in mind. Mastering the nutrition basics comes down to understanding the concept of a food pyramid and the roles of fiber, fat, cholesterol, and calories in a healthy diet. You can also talk to your doctor or a dietitian for [...]
Reflexology is Another Form of Massage Therapy
Reflexology is another form of massage therapy. Similar to shiatsu, it is a physical act of applying pressure to the feet and hands using specific thumb, finger and hand techniques without the use of lotion. It is based on a system of zones and reflex areas that reflect the human anatomy on both the feet [...]