All of the common illnesses are really inflammations. Infection is the wrong term to use, because it suggests that we get sick because germs invade us. This is misleading. We are always exposed to and often invaded by germs, and yet we only...
Today is National Chocolate Day! Anna arrived with bags of chocolate kisses for clients and employees. We know that cocoa and chocolate are good for us if we eat it in moderation and with no added sugar. Author, Robin Westen, The Yoga-Body...
The FDA’s recent approval of a new drug for melanoma, on nbcnews.com is exciting, especially for the medical community. http://www.nbcnews.com/health/cancer/new-melanoma-drug-uses-tumor-busting-virus-n452601 One of the best things you can...
Lavender, peppermint, sunflower, jojoba, are some of the beautiful essential oils used in massage therapy for relaxation and rejuvenation. Lavender, for example, a well known essential oil is great for all around purposes. Photo by Fotolia. The...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which aims to educate the public about breast cancer prevention and treatment. This campaign was co-founded by the American Cancer Society and a breast-cancer drug company in 1985. Since that founding...
Want to catch up on your reading or take a technology class this fall? The Deerfield library is friendly and welcoming to residents and offers many resources and classes. The library has a beautiful addition on the east and west sides...
Deerfield, Illinois, October 21, 2015 – Renu Day Spa announces enrollment of all practitioners, facialists, massage therapists and manicurists in Wellness for Cancer an educational program under Spa4 The Pink, a registered 501(c)(3) organization...
Zero humidity, recycled air, chemicals galore and fluctuating temperatures. You’re strapped to your seat with your knees somewhere near your ears. Sound like in-flight fun to you? Think about what it’s doing to skin: the unnatural pressurized...
That lingering pain in a knee, hip, elbow or wrist could be a sign of osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease. Osteoarthritis will affect many Americans in the course of their lives. For example, almost 50 percent of people will...
5 Ways To Promote Good Sleep It is an undisputed fact that good sleep plays a vital role in health throughout your life. Quality sleep helps protect and strengthen your mental and physical health, and adds to your overall well-being. According to...
Good thoughts. Have you seen our Indian dream catchers? They look like spider webs and capture sunlight in the big picture windows at our serene spa. The dream catchers chase away bad thoughts and encourage good thoughts. Inspiration. The...
Stock up on medicinal herbs such as garlic, parsley, elecampane before wintertime. This interesting article to prepare for the cold days ahead, Build a Fall Garden Medicine Chest, Mother Earth Living, also provides uses for roots, important notes...