In a world where disappointment and pain seem to lurk around the bend, finding and maintaining peace can be challenging. The loss of a job, death of a loved one or end of a relationship can instill fear or anxiety in even the most stalwart of...
Since ancient times in Greece, steam rooms have been used to stimulate relaxation and wellness. They offer a host of advantages, including healthy skin, muscle pain relief, circulation and sinus relief. It is important to know how a steam room...
Yoga is a form of mind and body exercise that integrates physical postures with breath control and meditation. Along with helping you build a strong, limber body, yoga offers many mental health perks, including stress reduction and relaxation....
Qi Gong—pronounced chee-gung—translates from the Chinese to mean energy-skill. The International Institute of Medical Qi Gong describes this ancient healing practice as a combination of movement exercise and meditation. Visualization...
The desire to quit smoking is admirable, both because it is challenging and because it will improve overall health. Smoking is an addiction that has physical and mental aspects, and both sides of this addiction must be addressed if success is to...
The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine posits than an estimated 18 million Americans adults and 700,000 children utilize massage therapy during the course of a year. Reasons for its use are numerous and include pain...
As yoga continues to be a popular method of exercise and stress management, studios nationwide are expanding their services and featuring specialized workshops. Yoga can be used to treat a variety of illnesses and to ease symptoms that go with...
High cholesterol, high blood pressure, physical inactivity and stress are all risk factors associated with coronary heart disease. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, not only is yoga a beneficial form of physical exercise, it...
Making the same facial expressions over and over, lost elasticity through age and even sun damage can lead to wrinkles around the eyes and forehead. The delicate skin around these areas has less fat and collagen to keep it looking young and...
Infertility can be an extremely emotional and physical strain on a couple who have been trying to conceive. According to Womenshealth.gov, infertility affects 10 percent to 15 percent of all women. The source of the problem can be related to the...
Approximately 75 to 90 percent of all visits to primary care physicians can be attributed to stress-related problems, according to the American Institute of Stress. For adults, jobs rank as the No. 1 source of stress, but it can also come from...
Wu long tea, sometimes called oolong tea, is a semi-fermented tea produced largely in China and Taiwan. The leaves of the camellia sinensis plant, or tea tree, are plucked and immediately processed. The processing includes a controlled oxidation,...
Stress reduction, relaxation and exercise are the best treatments for fibromyalgia, according to the Mayo Clinic. While medications can help to control the symptoms of the musculoskeletal disorder, the lifestyle changes you make could have the...
Humans are hard-wired to react to danger. When you feel threatened, your body generates chemicals that help with a "fight or flight" response. Unfortunately, most of the stressful circumstances you encounter in the modern world are not helped by...
Adrenal fatigue is a health condition that exists when the adrenal glands, which are located above the kidneys and are part of the body's endocrine system, are exhausted because of long-term serious stress. The adrenal glands produce the stress...
Stress can trigger a number of behaviors and responses. Some people reach for sweets or junk food when they feel stressed out, while others shut down or become testy. Treating the symptoms of stress requires examining its root causes in your life...
According to research published in 2005 in the "International Journal of Stress Management," stress can increase depression, interfere with work success and disrupt relationships. Furthermore, prolonged stress can lead to burnout--a sense of...
According to Kids Health, even young children can experience stress in response to the demands that are placed on them and what they witness happening around them. There are many different reasons why your child may be experiencing stress and...
Program Description Though alcohol is legal and widely accepted in most cultures, it is a drug nonetheless and therefore can be abused. Anyone who experiences harmful consequences from alcohol use or is unable to stop using alcohol should seek...
Are you sick and tired of feeling sick and tired, but can't seem to figure out why? Do you feel like you're going crazy because you "know" something is "wrong" with you but all your "tests" come back "normal"? Have you just about given up on...
Your body's natural stress response is beneficial in situations that prepare you for "fight or flight." But, over a prolonged period, the chemicals released during stress can take a toll on your body, and you can experience symptoms such as...
Recovering from the respiratory disease pneumonia can be difficult. According to the Merck website, the risk of relapse in patients recovering from the disease is high in comparison to other medical conditions. One method you can use to limit...
Any type of exercise will help reduce stress, according to the American Council on Exercise. The health benefits that come with regular physical activity can reduce many of the symptoms of stress -- such as tension, anxiety and sleeplessness --...
Massage is a popular form of alternative therapy that is used in a variety of ways, from stress reduction to muscle relaxation and pain reduction. In fact, an estimated 18 million adults and 700,000 children in the United States use massage...
Breathing exercises relieve stress and promote muscle function by circulating oxygen. Breathing exercises also can increase the rate of metabolism and help you lose weight, according to Health Care Magic. Practice these breathing exercises every...
The benefits of bathing in a sauna or steam room include stress reduction, muscle relaxation and pain relief. Sweating in a sauna cleanses your pores and can make your mind and body feel energized. Saunas aren't right for everyone, however, and...
Yoga is intended to integrate the mind and body and bring about an inner peace. Yoga poses, or postures, are positions that when performed correctly and regularly, will improve your overall strength and flexibility. MayoClinic.com recommends yoga...
In their book, "The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook," Martha Davis, Elizabeth Robbins Eshelman and Matthew McKay write about left and right brain drawing. The right brain is the side that controls the intuitive, experimental process and...
Hot flashes are commonly associated with the transitional period in a woman's life called menopause. Menopause is a natural way of life and does not require medication. Sometimes the symptoms that go along with menopause are bothersome and do...
Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a condition in which your legs feel extremely uncomfortable while you're sitting or lying down. It makes you feel like getting up and moving around. When you do so, the unpleasant feeling of restless leg syndrome...
Using aromatherapy to reduce stress is easy with these tips. Get advice on reducing and managing stress in this stress management video.