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Do you suffer from back ache, shoulder pain or unexplained stiffness and soreness in your joints? If so, you may be experiencing some of the symptoms of the recently identified syndrome, ‘sitting disease.’ This emerging phenomena has been highlighted by studies (reference 1), which concluded that sitting down for too long can be as dangerous...

Thanks to its amazingly versatility, coconut oil is used extensively in a broad spectrum of cultures. In India, it is an important part of the Ayurvedic medical practice. Practitioners use the oil to treat a wide range of health conditions – from heart disease to skin problems. Natives of Papua New Guinea have been using...

Just starting out in yoga? Congratulations, you’re about to join hundreds of thousands of people who are actively improving their heath and wellness with this ancient stretching routine! But with so many forms, let alone poses to pick from, where do you start? We’ve made it easy for you by putting together 10 great beginner poses...

The Frankincense tree produces resin of various qualities, depending on climatic and environmental conditions. The harvesting period and the experience of the cultivator will have a bearing on the quality of resin. Throughout ancient times the complete tree was used. The underbark was a great dye for cotton clothing and the leaves were used as...

Gardenia Oil has a sweet floral scent. The essential oil is extracted by enfleurage, due to the fact of the delicacy of the Gardenia flower. The petals are the most fragrant are soaked in fat. The fat absorbs the fragrance of the Gardenia flower and then placed in alcohol to dissolve. The process is very...

Can yoga really help you lose weight? The answer is a definitive yes – but only when combined with the right diet and under correct guidance. Yoga has long been perceived as a slow and not-very-strenuous form of exercise and meditation. As such, many question its effectiveness as a weight loss activity. One of the...

Ginger is derived from the root of the herb Zingiber Officinale. and has been utilized for centuries as a delicacy, medicine, and as a spice. Ginger originated in southern China, spreading to the Spice Islands and throughout Asia, West Africa and the Caribbean. However, Ginger did not appear in Europe until the 1st Century. The Ginger’s travels...

Grapefruits are rather well-known for being a a major addition to any healthy diet. Not only do they taste fantastic, they only hold a whole host of health benefits. This citrus fruit has always been popular with those who wish to lose weight due to it’s appetite suppressing and metabolism boosting properties. Cold pressing the rind of citrus...

I never feel more grounded than when I’m doing the Tree Pose in yoga class. I stand tall and secure, my knee perfectly angled against my thigh, my posture lean and my focus centered on one spot on the wall. Tree Pose does more than just strengthen my abs: It helps me concentrate on my balance — and...

You’re freaked out about catching something during flu season… or maybe you’re just sick and tired of feeling run down and exhausted. Either way, one thing’s for sure: It’s always a good time to boost your body’s immune system. While it does a pretty darn good job on its own, there are ways you can...