Insomnia is exhausting. What makes it more difficult is that sleep problems affect people differently, so finding a solution can feel impossible. One of the more common types of insomnia is an occasional difficulty falling asleep at night that leads to an abrupt waking up in the middle of the night, with little hope of […]
Do you ever wake up in the morning feeling like you didn’t get enough sleep? Do you find yourself feeling sluggish or fatigued during the day? While many factors can contribute to these feelings, inadequate REM sleep is one of the most significant. What is REM Sleep? Not all sleep is created equal. In fact, […]
Do you pay attention to your breath? During times of intense stress, fear, or anxiety, you may notice that your breathing is affected, but have you ever noticed how you breathe during times of relaxation? Try to notice how you breathe and how your body feels the next time you find yourself feeling relaxed. This […]
Bath salt products are made from minerals, herbs, and plant essences, and have many exciting uses. Just what can you use bath salts for? Take a look! Exfoliation – May help to remove dead skin cells. Bath soak – May help maintain skin hydration and the health of the skin barrier. Scalp health – Use […]
Melatonin continues to be one of the most popular supplements for sleep by Americans, coming in fourth place behind prebiotics and probiotics, glucosamine, and fish oil supplements. When you consider all of the potential disruptions during bedtime and the need to be well-rested to handle daily responsibilities, the popularity of melatonin makes sense. So should […]
Performing a self-massage during the day can help with muscle relaxation, easing of stress, supporting exercise performance and recovery, and may even help your mood. Best of all, you can complete the self-massage techniques we cover below while at home and without any training. Self-Massage Tools to Consider Before getting started, take a look at […]
April is Stress Awareness Month, a global event created in 1992 to help people better understand the health risks associated with stress and how small changes each day can contribute to a happier and healthier life. What is Stress? Stress is a biological response to stimulation from an internal or external source that can leave […]
Relaxation goes hand-and-hand with stress. When life starts to get overwhelming and stress creeps in, you no longer feel like yourself. The most common suggestions for easing or preventing the symptoms of stress is to learn how to relax. Relaxation is an important step that can help you return to a normal state and avoid […]
The most common place to find ginger in most homes is in the kitchen. The spicy, fresh flavor it adds to stir fry and Asian fusion meals is undeniable. What you may not know is that ginger can be incredibly useful outside the kitchen as well. Ginger – especially in its ginger essential oil form […]
Before we consider the potential benefits of passion flower extract, let’s first discuss this plant’s beautiful flowers. Seen through North and South America, Mexico and Central America, passion flowers have a “wow factor†that few other blossoms can boast. There are many passion flowers, but the most famous bloom is that of passiflora incarnata, which […]
