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How Steam Showers Can Help Your Cold

You may be one of millions of people wrestling with an exhausting winter cold. Do you know why? And how can a Steam Shower help?

Contrary to popular belief, Dr. Jonathan Blum with Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, reports increases in winter colds is not linked to the historic notion of being outside in the cold.

Dr. Blum reports, the truth is many viruses have a characteristic seasonal pattern. And tend to spread in crowds, dry air, and school environments. Also important to note is colds are mainly caused by viruses and not bacteria. Therefore, colds should not be treated with antibiotics.

So how do Steam Showers help Colds?

Steam Showers keep nasal passages moist by generating steam helping with harsh and uncomfortable dryness. The steam also increases body temperature, improves circulation, and promotes relaxation. Those using Steam Showers report better sleep, which is another aid to overcoming a cold.

Here Are the Top Cold Relieving Tips

• Get extra rest
• Drink plenty of water/fluids
• Eat whole foods (fresh fruits, veggies, etc)
• Take your multivitamins
• Use your Steam Shower!
• See a Doctor if symptoms persist

5 Weight Loss Tips

You can spend a lot of money each year on weight loss, gym, and spa memberships. Not to mention the time and energy driving across town to those facilities. How exhausting. I feel drained just thinking about it.

With a family, I like to make things simple. To that end, here are 5 easy weight loss tips that work for a lot of people. I lost around 50 pounds 8 years ago and have kept it off using these same tips.

1.    Drink plenty of water. Increasing water consumption flushes waste out and helps your body metabolize fat. (source: Dian Dincin Buchman, the complete book of water healing)

2.    Find a partner. People are more successful when teamed up with a friend to share the voyage. Together you can establish mutual goals, exchange healthy recipes, exercise, and more. 

3.    Use Infrared Sauna Therapy. This is fun and simple. You can socialize, detoxify your body, and burn around 600 calories in 30-45 minutes.

4.    Eat a variety of whole foods. Learning new eating habits was my toughest challenge. What I find most helpful is having a variety of quick and health snacks available at all times. O and yes, I got rid of my secret junk food box too.

5.    Exercise. There’s no way around it. To lose weight you have to incorporate some form of exercise. I have a stationary bike at home to save time, which is important as a parent.

Set your weight loss goals. Hang up your favorite pair of jeans for focus. And make it happen. 2008 is the year and you can do!

10 Suggestions for the Holiday Blues

The holidays are filled with a lot of hustle and bustle, which can be stressful at times. Especially with kids in toe.

There also can be a lot of emotions brought to the surface getting together with family members. This combination can lead to feelings of sadness and depression.

When this happens, it’s important to take time to release these emotions either in private or with a trusted support person. Releasing and processing these emotions allows yourself the opportunity to move forward and enjoy this special time of year with those you love.

If you find these emotions consuming, overwhelming, or lingering consider the following.

1.    Call a close friend.

2.    Seek some transitional support from a local support group, counselor, or trained professional.

3.    Set some boundaries (limits) with family and friends.

4.    Secretly perform an act of random kindness for someone in need.

5.    Create some simple and new family traditions.

6.    Relax in your hot tub.

7.    Cancel going to an event or two.

8.    Buy online gifts verse taking on the malls.

9.    Practice deep breathing.

10. Make a list of all your thankful for.

You can create new Holiday traditions making this time of year special for all. Please share with us your best holiday traditions so we can all benefit.

Wishing you a happy, peaceful, and blessed Holiday Season!

Do You Know Where Hydrotherapy Began?

                                    Roman Bath

This is kind of a trick question. Hydrotherapy is one of the earliest forms of healing with many unconnected roots.

You can find independent references to this healing practice from several ancient cultures. Some of the cultural traditions include: Rome, Greece, China, Japan, Persia, Hindus, Egyptians, Native Americans, and Europeans. I think that pretty much covers the world throughout time.

Each of these cultures holds their own methods, practices, and beliefs about this healing science, which continues to be practiced throughout the world.

The most documented practices include: steam/sweat bathing, cold water affusion, and contrast bathing. The beliefs driving this practice site hygienic, spiritual, physical and mental disease healing benefits.

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