Shoulder stands help stimulate the Parasympathetic Nervous System – which controls the rest-and-digest response – thereby calming the body. We recommend holding this pose for a 2-3 minutes, at the end of a yoga session or workout, when the body is sufficiently warmed up. Certain #yoga poses, including twits and inversions, can cause your lymph
Even if exercise is the last thing on your mind, taking a few minutes to de-stress and stretch can significantly reduce and prevent headaches. Trying different yoga poses supports blood flow and circulation throughout the body. When muscles are tight they can shift your body out of alignment, which puts strain on your joints and
A Harvard study concluded you can lower your cholesterol by a minimum of 17%, by consuming 5 cups per week – which is easy to do if you add them to your morning smoothies. In functional medicine we strive to use food as medicine if possible – as with this example, where blueberries are proven to be
To combat brain fog, we suggest adding avocado to your diet! Avocados increase brain function thanks to 2 ingredients – Vitamin K & pantothenic acid – which both increase communication between brain neurons. A study in the Green Journal shows that a diet high in leafy greens such as kale & spinach can improve brain
Daily, 5 minute scalp massages have shown to decrease hair loss by increasing blood flow to the follicle – the part responsible for hair growth. If you’re experiencing hair loss, it may be caused by an underlying medical condition. We can help. We have seen the increase of various skin and hair ailments first hand.
Exposure to secondhand smoke during childhood may increase the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA). A study published in The Journal of Rheumatology, reported that secondhand smoke can lead to RA due to cadmium- a toxin found in tobacco smoke. For centuries, herbs, teas and spices have been used for medicinal purposes. One of our
Reduce the chances of developing hypothyroidism by taking the right amount of iodine (1 mg/week). One way of getting the right amount of iodine, is to eat one seaweed salad a week – which is packed with natural iodine. According to the American Thyroid association, 12 percent of Americans will develop a thyroid condition. Some
If you’ve ever wondered why tea can be calming, without making you drowsy, you can thank theanine! Theanine is an amino acid found almost exclusively in tea plants. A study published by Science Direct, found that it takes about 40 minutes for this amino acid to trigger relaxing alpha-waves in the brain. Take a break and
One way to protect against Alzheimer’s Disease is to practice intermittent fasting. In a series of studies, lifestyle changes that include intermittent fasting has been shown to improve Alzheimer symptoms in 90% of patients. A study conducted by Rush University found that eating one serving of spinach a day can protect against Alzheimer’s disease thanks
Researchers at Loma Linda University, found that laughing has these seven health benefits. 1. Lowers blood pressure. 2. Reduces stress. 3. Works your abs. 4. Improves cardiac health. 5. Boosts T-Cells. 6. Triggers the release of endorphins. 7. Produces a general sense of well-being. Feeling pessimistic? Get up and move! With just 9 minutes of