Herbal Medicine Center

Archive for February 11th, 2010

When you want to have a healthy life, you should have a healthy food for your body to make it healthier than before. You have to pay attention about the ingredients of your food and your drink in order to make it safe for your health. You have to make sure that the ingredient contains healthy vitamins for your body. Do not eat any kind of junk food if you want to stay healthy and make your body healthier than before. You might have a regular exercise every day, but you have to remember that you also need some food and drink which is important for your healthy.

The Isotonix OPC3 is a great drink to combats free radical which might be come to your body and it will make you healthier than before. When you consume this isotonic, you will feel the different effect inside your body, because it contains many kinds of ingredients which is important for your health. The Isotonix OPC-3 is important to make sure that your body consumes enough water and help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels in your body.  The Pycnogenol also have a good effect towards your body, because it will make you fresh when you drink in the early morning when you wake up.

A massage is just not the same without aromatic massage oils. With todays fast pace life, many people succumb to the pressures of stress. Massage is one of the best ways to fight stress naturally and for those who regularly depend upon a great massage to unwind, using scented massage oils is a vital part of the experience.

Though many people like to have a massage with oil because it is more relaxing, oils were first used to assist in the massage process. Oils make the skin softer and allow the hands to move freely. However, now there are many essential oils that are used due to their inherent qualities and therapeutic properties in addition to their fragrance. There are numerous massage oils and blends that you can create to ensure that your massage is a truly aromatic experience.

Massage oils may be purchased or you can create your own favorite scented blends. You can purchase essential oils at your local health food store and combine them with a carrier oil (like Olive or Sweet Almond) and make your own great massage oil blends.

Essential oils are derived from herbs, leaves, roots, and plants and are the liquid essence of the plant. They are extremely potent and though they are natural, they may be very strong for the skin. Therefore all essential oils are diluted in a carrier oil to ensure that they are gentle on the skin. The best way to determine which essential oils you should use on skin is to read the label on the bottle. The label will tell you if the particular oil that you are interested in is harmful to the skin.

Certain oils or fragrances are associated with certain effects and when the principles of Aromatherapy are used, you will find that your massage is a pure escape from the pressures of life. In addition to using massage oils, you can also light a scented candle or use an aromatic diffuser to thoroughly enjoy the benefits of your massage.

You can also choose to use essential oils for their inherent healing qualities. For example, Cedarwood oil is useful in the treatment of acne as it has antifungal and antibacterial properties, Lemon Oil is good for treating oily skin and helps fight cellulite, Orange oil is used for restoring skin balance and bringing a sense of calmness to the mind. It is refreshing and helps bring the body and mind into balance.

To create your own massage oil, simply add between eight to ten drops of your favorite essential oil to one ounce of olive or sweet almond oil. Always make certain that the essential oil that you choose is safe for contact with the skin.

Some of the most common essential oils used in massage oil include: orange, rose, tea tree, chamomile, lavender, sandalwood, myrrh, jasmine, neroli, and patchouli. If you prefer, you can warm the massage oil before using it. By experimenting with different oils, you will soon create your own favorite blend that will be as relaxing to your muscles as it is pleasing to the mind.

James Thomas is co-founder of Touch Of Aloha. An organization dedicated to teaching Spa Therapies with an emphasis on Spa Body Treatments in addition to massage.