Summer is here, the days are warm and bright with tons of sunshine. When I think of summer I think of long lunches with friends, barbecues in the backyard, lazing poolside and going to the beach with the sand in my toes and some refreshing food and drinks. When it...
Summer is here! The South Bay’s hottest months are upon us, along with all the summer festivities we have come to know and love. Between the 4th of July, pool parties, barbecues, concerts, and other events, we often find ourselves spending our time both indoors and...
In addition to massage, there are other ways for us to relax and release tension. Massage is generally considered part of integrative medicine. It’s increasingly being offered along with standard treatment for a wide range of medical conditions and situations...
Ways to Improve Your Gut Bacteria There are around 40 trillion bacteria in your body, most of which are found in your gut. The food you eat directly affects the type of bacteria found in your digestive tract. In fact, more than 70% of your immune system resides in...
Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes widespread pain around the body. It is characterized by extensive musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. The pain is believed to stem from a problem in the way the nervous system processes...
How Often Should I Get a Massage? You just got home from a long day at work or finished handling your energetic children all day and feel your muscles screaming for relief. Maybe you returned from playing your favorite sport and noticed you couldn’t move as freely as...
Thoughtful Gifts for the Wellness and Fitness Enthusiast These are the best gifts for that special person in your life that loves health and wellness. Everyone has at least one health nut in their life. 1. SUPER GREEN LATTE A nourishing, warming drink for the...
The holidays are just around the corner and although they can be a joy-filled season, they can also be stressful and challenging. A NAMI study showed that 64% of people with mental illness report holidays make their conditions worse. The holiday season is not always...
As with most activities there are rules and guidelines to ensure safety. Stretching is no exception – it can be extremely dangerous and harmful if done incorrectly. We all know exercise is important, but what about stretching? Does stretching take a back seat to your...
Burnout Symptoms and Treatment There’s a high risk of burnout with people who are struggling to cope with workplace stress. It can leave you feeling hopeless because you’re so drained that you’ve become exhausted and unable to cope with the demands of life. Things...
