Next to water, tea is the closest thing we have to a miracle drink (so to speak). There's a reason why humans have been drinking tea for centuries: as well as being delicious, the benefits for your soul, as well…
The holidays can be a difficult time for senior citizens for various reasons: they are not able to be as involved in celebrations as they used to and oftentimes (and more heartbreakingly) their loved ones are gone. During my time…
As I mentioned last month, human trafficking is a global crisis that victimizes over 20 million people worldwide, over half of which are women and young girls. As it stands, between 100,000 and 300,000 children are at risk to enter…
From the glittering lights adorning homes and mantles to the infectious jolliness of holiday tunes; from the delicious smells of treats baking in the oven to quality time spent with loved ones near and far, it's difficult not to get…
Many of my clients mention how well they sleep the night after they receive a massage. I notice the same effect after I receive a massage, too! I love the feeling of being completely and totally relaxed immediately after a…
In the next few months, I?d like to discuss an issue that I find horrifying. It has been on my mind for some time now. It?s a crisis and it?s unfortunately linked to massage therapy. Therefore, I feel like it?s…
The Paleo diet has been around for years but it has had a surge in popularity in recent years due to its focus on clean eating. With Paleo (which is short for Paleolithic), the goal is to consume only fresh,…
This is the question posed by researcher William Li in his fascinating TED Talk of the same name. And quite simply, the answer is yes. I have been aware for some time that research suggests sugar and processed foods might…
One of the things I hear most often from my female clients is: "I know I should get massages on a regular basis, but it is so difficult to find the time". Ladies, I completely understand. Life is hectic. Between…
One of the things I love most about my job as a massage therapist is helping my patients reap the many benefits of massage. In a lot of my patients' cases, I have the honor of helping them regain their…