You may have heard that acupuncture is great for relieving stress, pain, sleep issues, digestive disorders, breathing problems, headaches, fertility concerns, and so on... but do you know how it actually does all these things? Well, the answer is both complicated and simple. Confused yet? Keep reading. Remember that acupuncture (a modality of Traditional Chinese…
Read more3 Easy Stress Relief Exercises
Need something quick and easy to do so that you can just relax a little? And maybe you also need something that you can do in the car or where your computer is not available (or perhaps 'not wanted' for that matter!)? Well, here are 3 easy exercises that you can do on your own…
Read moreStress Management Tips for Teens
Stress is defined as the state by which we cannot shut down the 'fight or flight' mechanism that has been built into us over thousands of years of evolution. This mechanism ramps up our symapthetic nervous system, enabling us in short intervals to escape from predators and attackers. In the short-term this mechanism can save…
Read more10 Common Symptoms of Stress
Many illnesses such as heart disease and high blood pressure can be brought on or exacerbated by stress. If you'd like to manage your stress levels, get to know some of the symptoms associated with this incredibly unhealthy state. 1. Frequent headaches. If you get a headache once or twice a week, and they're not…
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