From our first venture into the school gymnasium as kids, we've been taught to stretch. As adults, stretching is as common a morning routine as brushing our teeth or combing our hair.
Mind-body fitness expert Anat Baniel wants us to know how to move and stretch carefully and start our day out right. Baniel, author of Move Into Life: The Nine Essentials for Lifelong Vitality (Harmony Books, 2009), believes excessive stretching is an activity that is contrary to the health and longevity of our muscles.
"Muscles are meant to contract and relax," she says. "Stretching them puts stress on them and rips muscle fibers, forcing them to constantly repair themselves after each time you stretch. Your body's movement shouldn't cause repeated damage. It should be more harmonious and flow naturally."
Baniel says her method of stretching actually increases flexibility and motion without damaging muscles. Follow these simple steps:
1. Stand up, spread your feet comfortably, gently bend down, and let your hands move toward your feet. Notice how far you go, without forcing, and come back to standing.
2. Stand, spread your legs comfortably, bend your knees a little, and put your right hand just above your right knee, on your thigh. Put your left hand just above your left knee. Then lean on your legs with the weight of your upper body resting on your hands. Begin to round your back and at the same time pull your belly in, look down at your belly. Then gently arch your back, push your belly out, lift your head, and look up. Repeat process.
3. Come back to standing, bend forward, and take your hands down toward your feet, as in Step 1. Is there some change already?
4. Now stand with feet apart, and knees bent a little, this time lean with both hands on your left leg, just above the knee as before. Gently and slowly round your back and look down, then arch your back, free the belly muscles (push them out), and look up. Go back and forth four or five times. Then stand and rest for a moment. Feel how you stand.
5. Repeat Step 4, this time leaning with both hands on your right knee.
6. Stand up with your feet spread comfortably and bend down. Can you can bend more easily and further than before? Are your toes closer to your hands? "They should be," Baniel says, "because the variations provided by this exercise supplied your brain the information it needed to figure out how to let go of tight muscles and tendons."
Baniel's approach to vital, creative, and energetic life is based not only on the all-important regimens of diet, exercise, and stress management, but upon providing the brain with what it requires for us to grow, evolve, and thrive as individuals.
Originally published in Massage & Bodywork magazine September/October 2009. Copyright 2009. Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals. All rights reserved. Karrie Osborn is contributing editor for Massage & Bodywork magazine.
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Internal Spring Cleaning
Spring marks a time of renewal, rejuvenation, and restoration. Buds burst from the soil. Birds build nests. Children rediscover the outdoors. And adults celebrate the season by cleaning and uncluttering their surroundings.
This year, along with tidying the garage, attic, and basement, consider freshening your internal system with a detox diet.
While detox diets may seem to be the latest trend, these eating plans actually parallel the natural patterns of our ancestors. Traditionally, the end of long, cold winters meant diminishing food supplies, while the balmy weather brought the year's first, fresh produce.
"Spring represents the best time of year for cleansing the body for many reasons," says Brenna Hatami, a Denver naturopath and yoga instructor. Lighter foods become available, milder weather entices more people outdoors, and the liver is at its most regenerative. All these conditions contribute to supporting a major lifestyle renovation. That's why Hatami chooses spring for her annual group detoxification program.
Discussing Detox
Unlike many other eating plans, weight loss is not a primary function of detoxing, although these diets do usually result in streamlined profiles. Rather, detox diets focus on regaining or maintaining physical and mental well-being.
"There are certainly many good reasons in our surroundings and routines to do a detoxification diet," Hatami says. Additives and hormones in foods, toxins in our environment, and over-the-counter medications all stress our systems.
"When we're young, our bodies can keep up with many excesses," says Elson M. Haas, M.D. and author of The Detox Diet. "Health problems often take 10, 20, or 30 years to develop." So, the physical problems we begin to have in our 40s, 50s, and 60s are from habits we developed 20 or 30 years before. Most people eventually realize they can't consume unlimited amounts of a highly-refined diet and continue to remain untouched by some medical repercussions.
Advocates of detox diets point to the many conditions -- both minor and major -- cured or relieved by these plans. Conditions Haas treats successfully with detox regimens include allergies, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. In addition, he says detox diets can strengthen fragile immune systems.
"People with headaches, premenstrual syndrome, low energy, sinus and nasal congestion, poor digestion, and bad breath often notice improvement with a detox diet," says Cathy Wong of the alternative medicine guide at the About.com website.
"Joint pain, constipation, and weak hair tend to clear up with detox menus," Hatami says. Irritable bowel syndrome and acid reflux disease, as well as skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, are also relieved.
"People with chronic diseases -- for instance, arthritis, osteoporosis, heart disease, and even Type 2 diabetes -- will find that a detox diet is the least invasive and the most inexpensive way to correct these maladies," says Stephen Harrod Buhner, master herbalist, psychotherapist, and author of The Fasting Path. And anyone who has been exposed to PCBs can process this toxin out of their systems with a detox plan.
A Menu of Choices
Mention the words "detox diet," and everyone has an opinion. Some people connect these regimens with middle-aged zealots. Others classify them just one more New Age phenomena. And many deem detox dieting yet another harmless, but ineffective, nutritional plan. While there's no one, perfect detox diet or program for everyone, experts do agree on the foods that detox diets target.
"All detox diets exclude dairy products, as well as meats and poultry," Wong says. "That's because when animal foods are metabolized, they leave an acid residue in the body. The more acidic your system, the more prone you become to disease. Traces of hormones, pesticides and other chemicals in animal products also concern health practitioners. By removing the main sources of toxic byproducts, detox diets also reduce inflammation in the body."
"We should be able to take a break from the common contaminants 'SNACCs,'" Haas says. The acronym stands for sugar, nicotine, alcohol, caffeine, and chemicals. Less than five percent of the population does not consume at least one of these substances daily, and he estimates that more than 50 percent of the population has a dependency on two or more. "The mirror side of this imbalance is deficiency. When the main food choices are bread and butter, meat and potatoes, candy and soda, you're not getting nutrients -- just calories. So, we have a plague of obesity and deficiency. It shouldn't be surprising that our health becomes compromised."
Even among advocates of detoxing, there is discord about what detox regimens involve. Depending on whom you consult, a detox diet may take many forms -- from fasting, to juicing, to a simple low-fat diet.
"Fasting can be an intense -- and sometimes unpleasant -- but highly effective experience," says chiropractor Alan Goldhamer, author of The Pleasure Trap and founder of the TrueNorth Health Education Center in Penngrove, Calif. Since 1984, the TrueNorth program has promoted fasting as a tool to improve both diet and lifestyle.
But experts, including Goldhamer, agree that anyone considering detoxing with a water fast needs to engage qualified supervision. "If you neglect connecting with professionals and experience difficulties, there's no way for any healthcare provider to give appropriate directions in a crisis," he says. "I would recommend a physical examination with proper lab work to determine any areas of concern or caution. Radical dietary change can result in radical symptomatic change. You need to have professional guidance to differentiate a positive healing experience from a harmful predicament."
At the TrueNorth health center, a multidisciplined staff includes medical doctors, chiropractors, and bodywork specialists. These professionals combine their expertise to give patients holistic, integrated experiences, Goldhamer says. The program offers an ideal setting for a safe fasting experience.
For those people with some interest -- but limited funds, time, or will power -- there are other options. "Juice fasting offers a great way to be initiated into the detox realm," Buhner says. You can maintain your normal lifestyle while receiving many of the detox benefits.
Haas credits a juice cleansing detox diet for changing his life 30 years ago. Not only did he find relief from his allergies, but his energy level also skyrocketed. Or you can choose a detox program that's mainly steamed vegetables, fruits and whole grains, Haas says. By eating three meals a day for two or three weeks, your body will recover from many past abuses.
For a custom-made detox plan that works with your lifestyle's constrictions, locate a licensed naturopathic physician with extensive experience, Hatami says. A national directory at the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians website (www.naturopathic.org) allows electronic searches of close-to-your-home resources. And, by talking to some of the physician's past clients and inquiring about the nature of the program, you will learn about her abilities and philosophies.
The Logistics
People often wait until Friday to start a detox diet so they can stay at home and rest for the first few days," Wong says. She urges participants to minimize withdrawal symptoms from toxic substances -- like coffee and sugar -- by gradually tapering off the week before beginning the detox diet. "Everyone's detox experience is different."
The first couple days, some people experience mild fatigue, headaches, and cravings. They may have difficulty concentrating. But energy levels, mental clarity, and digestion begin to improve by the end of the third day.
"People on a low-fat detox diet may actually spend more time eating," Wong says. Chewing thoroughly while savoring the food's delicate flavors becomes part of the detox experience. Detox diets give people the opportunity to try new recipes and discover new foods, she adds. Detox-friendly foods that people enjoy trying, often for the first time, include kale, collard greens, brown rice, and quinoa.
"Dietary protein detoxifies the liver," Wong says. A predominantly plant-based diet that includes beans and legumes, whole grains, almonds, and tofu can fulfill the protein requisite. Lightly steamed or raw organic vegetables contribute essential vitamins and minerals as well as other valuable compounds. For instance, simply by eating brussel sprouts, you'll improve hormone and drug metabolization.
The Payoff
For those individuals who don't want to commit to a complete dietary overhaul, almost anyone can make small changes toward a healthier life by borrowing from the detox strategies. "Herbs, like milk thistle, assist with liver detoxification," Hatami says. Increasing vitamin C and fiber -- whether by supplement or by diet -- offer safe alternatives to boost your health. By drinking hot lemon water in the morning, you substitute the usual caffeine-laden beverage for a liquid that has an astringent effect. And replacing your afternoon soft drink with a detox tea will benefit your constitution.
"Just drinking more water or eating extra portions of fruits and vegetables will improve your health profile," Haas says. Consuming a fresh salad every day can be a meaningful first step toward a better physical condition.
The justification for doing a detoxification is twofold, Haas adds. One is to give your body a rest from the onslaught of contaminants in our food and in our world. And the second is to permanently improve food choices. After the detox experience, many people opt to make long-term changes, rather than return to their previous states.
At the conclusion of his yearly detox experience, Buhner detects three major effects of the diet. First, there's a tremendous sense of joy. Second, he has an enormous amount of energy. And third, he notices an exquisite sensitivity to wholesome cuisine, while the foods he craved before the diet -- like chips, dips, and ice creams -- he finds easy to refuse.
And, perhaps, therein lies one of the greatest draws of the detox diet. These regimes seem to have the ability to loosen the grip of the harmful substances in our diets. And in this fast-food, sugar-coated, deep-fried world, that kind of outcome involves something a little more than coincidence and just a little less than a bonafide miracle.
Originally published in Body Sense magazine, Spring/Summer 2004.
Copyright 2004. Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals. All rights reserved. Diane M. Marty is a Denver-area freelance writer with a special interest in integrated health issues.
This year, along with tidying the garage, attic, and basement, consider freshening your internal system with a detox diet.
While detox diets may seem to be the latest trend, these eating plans actually parallel the natural patterns of our ancestors. Traditionally, the end of long, cold winters meant diminishing food supplies, while the balmy weather brought the year's first, fresh produce.
"Spring represents the best time of year for cleansing the body for many reasons," says Brenna Hatami, a Denver naturopath and yoga instructor. Lighter foods become available, milder weather entices more people outdoors, and the liver is at its most regenerative. All these conditions contribute to supporting a major lifestyle renovation. That's why Hatami chooses spring for her annual group detoxification program.
Discussing Detox
Unlike many other eating plans, weight loss is not a primary function of detoxing, although these diets do usually result in streamlined profiles. Rather, detox diets focus on regaining or maintaining physical and mental well-being.
"There are certainly many good reasons in our surroundings and routines to do a detoxification diet," Hatami says. Additives and hormones in foods, toxins in our environment, and over-the-counter medications all stress our systems.
"When we're young, our bodies can keep up with many excesses," says Elson M. Haas, M.D. and author of The Detox Diet. "Health problems often take 10, 20, or 30 years to develop." So, the physical problems we begin to have in our 40s, 50s, and 60s are from habits we developed 20 or 30 years before. Most people eventually realize they can't consume unlimited amounts of a highly-refined diet and continue to remain untouched by some medical repercussions.
Advocates of detox diets point to the many conditions -- both minor and major -- cured or relieved by these plans. Conditions Haas treats successfully with detox regimens include allergies, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. In addition, he says detox diets can strengthen fragile immune systems.
"People with headaches, premenstrual syndrome, low energy, sinus and nasal congestion, poor digestion, and bad breath often notice improvement with a detox diet," says Cathy Wong of the alternative medicine guide at the About.com website.
"Joint pain, constipation, and weak hair tend to clear up with detox menus," Hatami says. Irritable bowel syndrome and acid reflux disease, as well as skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, are also relieved.
"People with chronic diseases -- for instance, arthritis, osteoporosis, heart disease, and even Type 2 diabetes -- will find that a detox diet is the least invasive and the most inexpensive way to correct these maladies," says Stephen Harrod Buhner, master herbalist, psychotherapist, and author of The Fasting Path. And anyone who has been exposed to PCBs can process this toxin out of their systems with a detox plan.
A Menu of Choices
Mention the words "detox diet," and everyone has an opinion. Some people connect these regimens with middle-aged zealots. Others classify them just one more New Age phenomena. And many deem detox dieting yet another harmless, but ineffective, nutritional plan. While there's no one, perfect detox diet or program for everyone, experts do agree on the foods that detox diets target.
"All detox diets exclude dairy products, as well as meats and poultry," Wong says. "That's because when animal foods are metabolized, they leave an acid residue in the body. The more acidic your system, the more prone you become to disease. Traces of hormones, pesticides and other chemicals in animal products also concern health practitioners. By removing the main sources of toxic byproducts, detox diets also reduce inflammation in the body."
"We should be able to take a break from the common contaminants 'SNACCs,'" Haas says. The acronym stands for sugar, nicotine, alcohol, caffeine, and chemicals. Less than five percent of the population does not consume at least one of these substances daily, and he estimates that more than 50 percent of the population has a dependency on two or more. "The mirror side of this imbalance is deficiency. When the main food choices are bread and butter, meat and potatoes, candy and soda, you're not getting nutrients -- just calories. So, we have a plague of obesity and deficiency. It shouldn't be surprising that our health becomes compromised."
Even among advocates of detoxing, there is discord about what detox regimens involve. Depending on whom you consult, a detox diet may take many forms -- from fasting, to juicing, to a simple low-fat diet.
"Fasting can be an intense -- and sometimes unpleasant -- but highly effective experience," says chiropractor Alan Goldhamer, author of The Pleasure Trap and founder of the TrueNorth Health Education Center in Penngrove, Calif. Since 1984, the TrueNorth program has promoted fasting as a tool to improve both diet and lifestyle.
But experts, including Goldhamer, agree that anyone considering detoxing with a water fast needs to engage qualified supervision. "If you neglect connecting with professionals and experience difficulties, there's no way for any healthcare provider to give appropriate directions in a crisis," he says. "I would recommend a physical examination with proper lab work to determine any areas of concern or caution. Radical dietary change can result in radical symptomatic change. You need to have professional guidance to differentiate a positive healing experience from a harmful predicament."
At the TrueNorth health center, a multidisciplined staff includes medical doctors, chiropractors, and bodywork specialists. These professionals combine their expertise to give patients holistic, integrated experiences, Goldhamer says. The program offers an ideal setting for a safe fasting experience.
For those people with some interest -- but limited funds, time, or will power -- there are other options. "Juice fasting offers a great way to be initiated into the detox realm," Buhner says. You can maintain your normal lifestyle while receiving many of the detox benefits.
Haas credits a juice cleansing detox diet for changing his life 30 years ago. Not only did he find relief from his allergies, but his energy level also skyrocketed. Or you can choose a detox program that's mainly steamed vegetables, fruits and whole grains, Haas says. By eating three meals a day for two or three weeks, your body will recover from many past abuses.
For a custom-made detox plan that works with your lifestyle's constrictions, locate a licensed naturopathic physician with extensive experience, Hatami says. A national directory at the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians website (www.naturopathic.org) allows electronic searches of close-to-your-home resources. And, by talking to some of the physician's past clients and inquiring about the nature of the program, you will learn about her abilities and philosophies.
The Logistics
People often wait until Friday to start a detox diet so they can stay at home and rest for the first few days," Wong says. She urges participants to minimize withdrawal symptoms from toxic substances -- like coffee and sugar -- by gradually tapering off the week before beginning the detox diet. "Everyone's detox experience is different."
The first couple days, some people experience mild fatigue, headaches, and cravings. They may have difficulty concentrating. But energy levels, mental clarity, and digestion begin to improve by the end of the third day.
"People on a low-fat detox diet may actually spend more time eating," Wong says. Chewing thoroughly while savoring the food's delicate flavors becomes part of the detox experience. Detox diets give people the opportunity to try new recipes and discover new foods, she adds. Detox-friendly foods that people enjoy trying, often for the first time, include kale, collard greens, brown rice, and quinoa.
"Dietary protein detoxifies the liver," Wong says. A predominantly plant-based diet that includes beans and legumes, whole grains, almonds, and tofu can fulfill the protein requisite. Lightly steamed or raw organic vegetables contribute essential vitamins and minerals as well as other valuable compounds. For instance, simply by eating brussel sprouts, you'll improve hormone and drug metabolization.
The Payoff
For those individuals who don't want to commit to a complete dietary overhaul, almost anyone can make small changes toward a healthier life by borrowing from the detox strategies. "Herbs, like milk thistle, assist with liver detoxification," Hatami says. Increasing vitamin C and fiber -- whether by supplement or by diet -- offer safe alternatives to boost your health. By drinking hot lemon water in the morning, you substitute the usual caffeine-laden beverage for a liquid that has an astringent effect. And replacing your afternoon soft drink with a detox tea will benefit your constitution.
"Just drinking more water or eating extra portions of fruits and vegetables will improve your health profile," Haas says. Consuming a fresh salad every day can be a meaningful first step toward a better physical condition.
The justification for doing a detoxification is twofold, Haas adds. One is to give your body a rest from the onslaught of contaminants in our food and in our world. And the second is to permanently improve food choices. After the detox experience, many people opt to make long-term changes, rather than return to their previous states.
At the conclusion of his yearly detox experience, Buhner detects three major effects of the diet. First, there's a tremendous sense of joy. Second, he has an enormous amount of energy. And third, he notices an exquisite sensitivity to wholesome cuisine, while the foods he craved before the diet -- like chips, dips, and ice creams -- he finds easy to refuse.
And, perhaps, therein lies one of the greatest draws of the detox diet. These regimes seem to have the ability to loosen the grip of the harmful substances in our diets. And in this fast-food, sugar-coated, deep-fried world, that kind of outcome involves something a little more than coincidence and just a little less than a bonafide miracle.
Originally published in Body Sense magazine, Spring/Summer 2004.
Copyright 2004. Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals. All rights reserved. Diane M. Marty is a Denver-area freelance writer with a special interest in integrated health issues.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Something Special for Your Valentine
Couples Massage
A delicious treat for yourself and someone special! Relax on heated tables as our experienced massage therapists ease the stress away with chocolate lotion or aromatherapy of your choice. Take home a chocolate treat to enjoy later.
1 Hour $165
75 Min $195
Call for your reservation today! 978-825-0040
A delicious treat for yourself and someone special! Relax on heated tables as our experienced massage therapists ease the stress away with chocolate lotion or aromatherapy of your choice. Take home a chocolate treat to enjoy later.
1 Hour $165
75 Min $195
Call for your reservation today! 978-825-0040
Salem So Sweet Festival
Salem's So Sweet
Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival
February 5-14
Check out 16 Amazing Ice Sculptures in Downtown Salem
and Pickering Wharf this weekend.
Don't forget to stop by Body & Soul to get your golden ticket signed!
for the map and list of in-store promotions go to Salem Main Streets
Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival
February 5-14
Check out 16 Amazing Ice Sculptures in Downtown Salem
and Pickering Wharf this weekend.
Don't forget to stop by Body & Soul to get your golden ticket signed!
for the map and list of in-store promotions go to Salem Main Streets
Friday, January 29, 2010
Friday, December 11, 2009
Salem Open Studios
Salem Open Studios
Saturday December 12th
10am - 6pm
Over a Dozen Artist in 17 Locations
Body & Soul is proud to host Artist Sara Ashodian. Sara will be exhibiting mixed media and encaustic work as well as small gift items and ceramics.
Come by and say hello !!
For the complete map of artist: Salem Arts Association
Friday, November 20, 2009
Holiday Open House
You are invited
Thursday December 3rd 5-8pm
Celebrate the holidays at our annual Open House. Enjoy light refreshments and Free samples of our services from our amazing staff. Donations at the door will benefit the Salem Mission. Personal care items are also being collected for the Mission.
Special offers on Gift Certificates and Massage packages will be available during the Open House.
Cheers!
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
The Little Things in Life
Personal Care Item Drive
During the month of November Body & Soul is collecting personal care items to donate to the Salem Mission. Items requested include:
Tooth brushes /Toothpaste
Soap
Disposable razors
Combs
Shampoos
Socks/underwear
Towels
Feminine hygiene items
Deodorant
The Salem Mission offers men and women the opportunities they need to end their homelessness. Their many vital community programs rely on community support. "We are proud to have Body & Soul's support."Mark A. Cote, M.ED, Executive Director, The Salem Mission
There is a collection box in the waiting area of Body & Soul. Please consider donating some of the above items.
For more information on the Salem Mission and its programs visit:
The Salem Mission
During the month of November Body & Soul is collecting personal care items to donate to the Salem Mission. Items requested include:
Tooth brushes /ToothpasteSoap
Disposable razors
Combs
Shampoos
Socks/underwear
Towels
Feminine hygiene items
Deodorant
The Salem Mission offers men and women the opportunities they need to end their homelessness. Their many vital community programs rely on community support. "We are proud to have Body & Soul's support."Mark A. Cote, M.ED, Executive Director, The Salem Mission
There is a collection box in the waiting area of Body & Soul. Please consider donating some of the above items.
For more information on the Salem Mission and its programs visit:
The Salem Mission
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Tingling in the hands may have an easy solution
Many people experience tingling sensations in one or both hands. The tingling may only be in part of the hand or the entire hand and may occur sporadically or be present most of the time Often the tingling is likely to be from tight neck muscles.
If symptoms persist more than 48 hours be sure to consult your physician.
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Monday, October 19, 2009
Why do I get migranes in the Fall?
Fluctuation in temperature, humidity and air pressure make people more susceptible to severe headaches in the Fall. According to new research by the New England Center for Headache "The weather itself doesn't trigger the pain, the brains of migraine suffers can be sensitive to environmental changes".
The cause of a migraine headache is an electrical, biochemical event in the brain. Swelling of the blood vessels occurs on the surface of the brain, causing inflammation. Muscular tension is the most common source of pain for a tension type headache. Massage to the head and neck region can release muscle tension and help alleviate the headache.
To help prevent seasonal headaches, keep life consistent. Be sure to get 7-8 hrs of sleep, eat every 4-5 hrs, drink plenty of water and moderating alcohol and caffeine consumption. Regular massage, especially to tension prone areas, can lesson environmental impacts.
For regular migraine suffers increasing intake of B2 and magnesium supplements (400 mg daily) has been shown beneficial. Good food sources of B2 include nuts, green leafy vegetables, fish legumes and whole grains. Food sources of magnesium include nuts, soybeans, spinach, brown rice, lentils, avocado, beans, and banana, to name a few.
Always check with your doctor before adding supplements to your diet or if the headache lasts more than 24 hours. For more information and research studies visit:
New England Center for Headache
The cause of a migraine headache is an electrical, biochemical event in the brain. Swelling of the blood vessels occurs on the surface of the brain, causing inflammation. Muscular tension is the most common source of pain for a tension type headache. Massage to the head and neck region can release muscle tension and help alleviate the headache.
To help prevent seasonal headaches, keep life consistent. Be sure to get 7-8 hrs of sleep, eat every 4-5 hrs, drink plenty of water and moderating alcohol and caffeine consumption. Regular massage, especially to tension prone areas, can lesson environmental impacts.
For regular migraine suffers increasing intake of B2 and magnesium supplements (400 mg daily) has been shown beneficial. Good food sources of B2 include nuts, green leafy vegetables, fish legumes and whole grains. Food sources of magnesium include nuts, soybeans, spinach, brown rice, lentils, avocado, beans, and banana, to name a few.
Always check with your doctor before adding supplements to your diet or if the headache lasts more than 24 hours. For more information and research studies visit:
New England Center for Headache
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
When and how to use ice for an injury
Both heat and ice have been used for thousands of years to treat injury and pain, but how do you know which one to use? There are two basic types of injuries; acute and chronic. An acute injury is a sudden injury that has just occurred such as a sprained ankle. You will usually know when have sustained an acute injury. As a rule of thumb if you have pain, use ice.
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Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Massage Special Saturday September 26th
Saturday September 26th 9am-2pm
1 hour relaxation massage with Karen Wells
$59.99
Call 978-825-0040 to schedule your appointment
(September 26th with Karen only)
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Massage and Polarity Special
Body and Soul is proud to welcome Karen Wells to our Wellness Team. Karen specializes in relaxation massage and polarity balancing. As an introductory offer this month she is offering a 60 minute massage and polarity combination session for the price of a 45 minute session
Polarity/Relaxation Massage Combo $60.00
Not sure what polarity is?
Polarity therapy is a form of bodywork based on the human energy field. Energy fields exist everywhere in nature, and polarity therapy believes that the flow and balance of energy in the human body is the foundation of good health. When energy is unbalanced or blocked due to stress or other factors, pain and disease may arise. Practitioners of polarity therapy seek to balance and restore the flow of energy which is believed to enter the body through the chakras. Polarity therapy incorporates energy bodywork with gentle or firm touch and rocking, which are used to clear any blockages and result in a release of holding patterns in the body, mind, and soul. This release should bring the client a sense of deep relaxation, relief from specific symptoms, clarity, or new insight.
Karen is available weekdays after 4pm and Saturdays. Even if you have had massage before you should try this truly re-energizing treatment. Call for an appointment today! 978-825-0040
Hurry this special offer ends 9/15/09.
Readers Choice Winners Announced
The 2009 Readers Choice Winners have been announced. Body & Soul was nominated for best Massage/Day Spa in Salem and the Bronze Regional Winner.
Thank you to our loyal customers for your votes. We are proud to offer the very best in professional massage.
For more information on other local winners visit:
Friday, June 19, 2009
Body & Soul provides Massage for NSMC Cancer Walk
Body & Soul Massage and Wellness provides massage to Walkers in NSMC Cancer Walk.
For the 7th year Body & Soul is volunteering its services to the NSMC Cancer walk. "We feel it is really important to give back to the community" said Ann Sousa co-owner of Body & Soul. Kasey Lane, licensed massage therapist feels, "For years, I was the one raising money and walking or running for various charity's. This event is a way for me to share my talents with the community". "Cancer has touched many people in my life. Volunteering for this event is way for me to honor their memory.", licensed massage Linda Houle.
The 19th annual NSMC Cancer WALK is Sunday, June 21, 2009 at the scenic Salem Willows. Over the past eighteen years the WALK has contributed more than $14 million to the NSMC Cancer Center, ensuring the availability of the most sophisticated oncology services on the North Shore of Boston.
For more information visit:
http://nsmc.partners.org/web/giving/cancer_walk
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Massage therapy now an accepted healing technique
The Boston Globe, Sunday April 26th
........"Massage has moved out of sleazy backrooms to become an accepted healing technique with therapeutic and rejuvenating benefits. According to the American Massage Therapy Association, almost one-quarter of adult Americans had a massage at least once in the last 12 months, and employment for massage therapists is expected to increase 20 percent by 2016. And with the anxiety of widespread unemployment, housing foreclosures, and rising prices, massage can help manage stress."
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........"Massage has moved out of sleazy backrooms to become an accepted healing technique with therapeutic and rejuvenating benefits. According to the American Massage Therapy Association, almost one-quarter of adult Americans had a massage at least once in the last 12 months, and employment for massage therapists is expected to increase 20 percent by 2016. And with the anxiety of widespread unemployment, housing foreclosures, and rising prices, massage can help manage stress."
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Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Meditaiton Class
ABUNDANCE MEDITATION CLASS
May 20, 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24
Successful people keep their minds focused on potential and positive outcomes and resist the habit of negative doom and gloom thinking that is pervasive in the media right now. If you are feeling stressed, anxious or tense, this class is for you. You will leave feeling like a whole new person - relaxed, optimistic and peaceful. Join us for another 6 weeks meditating in Salem and cultivating positive opportunities and relationships in your life.
Open House to benefit ALS a Success!
Thank you to all of you who attended our Open House May 7th. We raised $260 for ALS in Memory of Aracelis Oliveria.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Open House to benefit ALS May 7th 5-8pm
When? Thursday, May 7, 2009
What time? 5-8pm
Where? 60 Washington St. Suite 201 Salem, MA 01970
Why? To raise awareness and money for ALS
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This year our Open House will benefit the ALS Association.
Join us for this important cause while sampling our outstanding services here at Body & Soul.
Enjoy samples of our services including hand paraffin, reflexology, chair
massage, and a Hot Stone Demo. Refreshments will also be provided!
A requested donation of only $5.00 will help research for ALS. It will be donated in Memory of the late Aracelis N. Olivera,who passed away 11 years ago this coming June from ALS. (our therapist Lisette Olivera's, mother)
Please R.S.V.P. by May 4, 2009
978-825-0040 or alsopenhouse@bodysoulsalem.com
Please join us for this great cause! — The Body & Soul Staff
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