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Well it’s that time of year again, and I’m not talking about Christmas. Students all across the country are preparing for finals. They are under a lot of stress and this can hinder their test taking performance. Not only does stress effect their testing, it can also cause anxiety, insomnia, irritability, memory loss and depression. So what should your student do?

You may not be surprised, but it is recommended that they take a break from studying and clear their minds with some activities such as a casual game or exercise. It will help them relax and be a little less stressed during their tests.

Here are some additional tips to help cope with stress during finals:

Laugh - Laughter has been proven to reduce stress and also release endorphins. So go out and take a mental break by watching a funny movie or video.

Breathe - When people are stressed they have a tendency to take shallow breaths. It is important to take deep breaths especially before taking a test. It will help bring more oxygen to feed your body as well as your brain.

Exercise - will make you feel better and is a great stress reliever. When you have a nice walk or a great workout, your body will produce endorphins to help reduce the stress hormones. So take a break and have a nice walk or do some yoga.

Eat Well - There is almost nothing better you can do for yourself than to to have proper nutrition. You can fight stress and depression by eating more foods rich in Omega 3 fatty acids. Try eating fish three times a week or take Omega 3 supplements to help your moods. To help produce serotonin for your brain eat foods rich in B-6 vitamins. Foods like Sweet potatoes, rice and tuna are a great source as well as supplements.

Students have enough stress in their lives and it doesn’t help when parents put high expectations on performance. Be sure to not add more pressure than they already have. Do however encourage them to do their best.

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Tags: Depression, nutrition & health, omega 3 fatty acids, Stress, stress hormones, sweet potatoes, yoga

There is one ailment that all of us experience at one time or another in our life and that is a backache. Many people experience back pain from over exertion or just having a bad night of sleep. Women often experience backaches during their menstrual periods. While others have chronic back pain from slipped disks, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, scoliosis, etc. So are there any alternate remedies to help the aches and pains?

You bet, and here are a few things you can try:

Honey — has amazing antioxidants and some experts suggest drinking a little honey in warm water in the morning on an empty stomach. What a great natural food cure.

Yoga - Yoga is a great natural exercise that helps tone the back muscles and does wonders for curing backaches.

Heat Packs - always feel great when you have a backache.

Lemon - is a home remedy that many naturopaths suggest for helping backaches. Try taking the juice of 1 lemon with some salt twice a day for about a month to get relief.

Potato - Here’s an old home remedy. Chop up a potato - heat it up in the microwave with a wash cloth - and apply it to the back.

Weight Loss - Many people have a little extra around the middle. If you lose a little, your back will have less to support and it will make you feel better anyway.

Massage - Now who doesn’t like a massage. Have it done professionally or just ask your spouse . Try doing this regularly for six months with herbal oils and feel the results.

Posture - Your mother always told you to sit up straight. She was right.

Sleep - Try sleeping on a flat surface for a while. Many mattresses are too soft, or in some cases too old and don’t provide the support your back needs.

Vitamin C - Some doctors suggest Vitamin C plays an important role in treating backaches. It’s good for you anyway; you should already be taking it.

Garlic Oil - Here’s an old home herbal remedy for you. Take a few cloves of chopped up garlic - fry them in a little oil. Use sesame, coconut or mustard oil. Cook until the oil turns light brown - cool and apply the oil to your back. Be sure to use it regularly and massage it in deeply.

So the next time you wake up with a backache, do something about it just don’t live with the pain.

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Tags: Back Pain, backache, garlic oil, herbal oils, Herbal Remedies, honey, massage, mustard oil, nutrition & health, yoga

Nearly 20 internationally respected wellness and fitness presenters will converge in Snowmass Village, Colorado. On August 17-19, Snowmass is having its 4th annual holistic and wellness festival. Unlike other wellness events that are confined to the classroom or conference center, our participants are learning how to nurture the whole person indoors, outdoors and through practical, hands-on opportunities throughout the resort.

Some of the topics that will be discussed at the conference include; stress, super foods, gluten intolerance, the healing power of music, Anusara yoga and the wellness programs used by NBA athletes. There will also be activities such as; guided nature hikes and bike rides, morning meditation, on-mountain yoga classes, cooking demonstrations and a Wellness Expo featuring the latest in healthy products for the mind, body and spirit.

This festival is a must to refresh your mind, body, and spirit. And what could be better than a trip to the Colorado Mountains in August.

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Tags: holistic, mind body and spirit, snowmass village colorado, wellness expo, yoga

Toxins are everywhere and we are inundated with toxins every day. There are toxins in our food, air, water, toiletries, etc. The list goes on and on. Toxins accumulate in the tissues of your body over time. These toxins can also make it a challenge for some couples because of their effects on male and female fertility.

Toxins are in your food directly from many preservatives. Some toxins get into your body from food indirectly. For example Methoxychlor or MCX is a common pesticide used to kill flies, mosquitoes, cockroaches & other insects and is applied directly to crops, livestock, home gardens, & pets. MCX alters a gene in the female reproductive tract and reduces the ability of the uterus to support embryo implantation. Toxic substances are found in fish including – mercury, PCBs, lead, chromium, and arsenic just to name a few.

When it comes to toiletries you need to be careful what you put on your body. Dibutyl phthalate in particular (DBP) which is one of the most common and potent reproductive & developmental toxins, is widespread. DBP is used primarily in nail polishes, but also found in shampoos, conditioners, lotions, antiperspirants, sunscreen, etc.

Do not expect to eliminate all toxins from your life - it is impossible. However, you can do your best by living more of a natural and healthy lifestyle. Eat organic, raw foods.Use water and air filters. Be careful when using cosmetics, cleaning, and laundry products.

Try using alternative methods of detoxifying your body with acupuncture, yoga, meditation, and reflexology to name a few. Try to minimize your stress and mental clutter. You have one body for one lifetime, so take care of it.

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Tags: Acupuncture, fertility, meditation, raw foods, Reflexology, Stress, toxins, yoga