How to Increase Circulation With Reflexology

How to Increase Circulation With Reflexology



Remember that day when your feet were tired, and your whole body felt tired? Reflexology is based on the idea that points in the hands and the feet are related to other parts of the body. Here are some tips on using hand reflexology to increase circulation.









1


Learn the part of the thumb to use in reflexology. Put your hand down on a table, with the thumb against your hand. The side of the thumb that is against the table is the working part.





2


Find the area on your left palm that is the heart and lung reflex area. This is the area beneath the first three fingers down to the first crease in your palm.





3


Walk your right thumb across this area. Bend your thumb at the first joint, press down, let up, then move slightly, press down, let up, and move on. Walk your way across the heart area, returning and walking across any row you missed. This area helps blood pressure.





4


Work the pituitary gland area, located in the ball of each thumb. Use a press-and-rotate motion of the thumb to work this small area at the center of your thumb fingerprint. The pituitary gland secretes hormones that regulate the body systems.





5


Spread your thumb and index finger so that the webbing is visible. Within this area are reflexology points for the neck, thyroid and other internal organs that aid with blood and circulation. Use your other thumb and index finger to press and roll the skin in the webbing, covering the whole area. Do the same to the other hand.


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How to Give a Deep Therapeutic Massage

How to Give a Deep Therapeutic Massage



Massages are wonderful ways to release stress and tension. Giving a massage is a great way to show affection and relieve a build-up of tension. Next time your mate has had a long day and has aches and pains, try giving a deep therapeutic massage. Follow these steps to give a deep therapeutic massage.









1


Buy essential oil. Aromatherapy has been used for centuries. Some believe that is
dates
back to the Egyptians. A large part of aromatherapy is the use of essential oils such as peppermint, sandalwood, chamomile,
lavender
, and eucalyptus. Use one oil or a blend that will work for your mate's needs.





2


Prepare a massage area. It is best to have a firm place to give your massage. Use a folding table designed for massages, the floor or a firm bed. The area you prepare must be comfortable. Use scented candles to set a therapeutic mood for your mate.





3


Meditate in a quite place and clear your thoughts. In order to give a good massage you must be in the right frame of mind. Quiet your mind as you take deep cleansing breaths.





4


Stretch your body. Preparing your body to give a deep therapeutic massage is essential--your body should be limber and ready to give a massage.





5


Feel the entire body for tension and areas that are tight. Trust your intuition as you glide your hands over your mate.





6


Massage your mate starting at the top and working your way down. Use your fingers to firmly apply pressure to the troubled areas on your mate's body. Work out any knots with your fingers and the palms of your hands.








Tips & Warnings










Before using any essential oil on your mate apply a small amount on a test area to check for any possible skin irritations.








Never put pure essential oil directly on your skin. Dilute any pure essential oils that you've purchased.



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How to Get Treatment for Gallstones

How to Get Treatment for Gallstones



The gallbladder stores excess bile produced by the liver. It's a small pear-shaped sack and hangs between the liver's lobes. Cholesterol combined with bile produces gallstones. Gallstones can cause severe right upper stomach pain and can even simulate a heart attack. Read on to learn more.









1


Get treatment for gallstones naturally. Whereas conventional medicine doctors usually recommend having the gallbladder removed, there are alternative medicine treatments that can flush out the gallbladder, removing the gallstones.





2


Do a gallbladder flush, following a seven day plan. From Monday to Saturday, drink all the apple juice you possibly can. (You can still eat and drink as you normally do). Three hours after your usual lunch on Saturday, dissolve 2 tsp. of Epsom salts into a small glass of hot water and drink. Brace yourself; it tastes bad. Then, drink a glass of grapefruit juice. Repeat this process 2 hours later.





3


Continue to get your treatment for gallstones by continuing the gallbladder flush at your evening meal on Saturday. Instead of what you'd usually eat for supper, eat half of a grapefruit and drink another glass of grapefruit juice.





4


Mix ВЅ cup of warm, unrefined olive oil and ВЅ cup of grapefruit juice at bedtime on Saturday. Drink this mixture. Then, mix ВЅ cup of unrefined olive oil and ВЅ cup of fresh-squeezed lemon juice. Drink this and then go to bed.





5


Lie in bed on your right side with your right knee pulled up as close to your chest as possible. Maintain that position for 30 minutes; then you can sleep in your usual position.





6


Get up Sunday morning and drink 2 tsp. of Epsom salts in a small glass of hot water an hour before you eat your usual breakfast. This completes your gallbladder flush and treatment for gallstones. You might see small green stones shaped irregularly in your bowel movement that day. These cholesterol stones may be the size of kiwi fruit or a little smaller than cherries. Some may resemble grape seeds.


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How to Ease Tension With Thai Massage

How to Ease Tension With Thai Massage



Thai massage combines acupressure and yoga movements to ease tension. Each session is approximately one to two hours long. Thai massage is both relaxing and invigorating and requires interactive participation. Identify the areas of tension before the Thai massage therapy begins and the therapist can hone in on those areas. Read on to learn more.









1


Locate an experienced certified Thai massage instructor.





2


Sign up for a Thai massage therapy session. Wear loose, comfortable clothing for the session. Yoga exercise outfits and breathable exercise clothes would work well for Thai massage.





3


Inform the Thai massage therapist that the goal of the session is to reduce tension. The therapist will be able to apply acupressure and massage in areas of the body that are displaying tension.





4


Clear the mind during the session, and focus on breathing. Release negative thoughts from the mind, and let go of issues that are associated with tension.





5


Continue to receive regular Thai massage therapy sessions to relieve tension. The Thai philosophy encompasses kindness, joy, compassion and equanimity. Leave each session feeling relaxed and open to those four states of mind.





6


Decline future sessions with a Thai massage therapist if the session leaves you uncomfortable or increases your tension. Find another therapist if that happens.








Tips & Warnings










Use mental imagery to help ease tension in the mind. Imagine yourself in your favorite, peaceful place.








Oil is not traditionally used in Thai Massage.








Thai Massage was originally performed by monks as a component of Thai medicinal practices.



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How to Choose a Thai Massage Therapist

How to Choose a Thai Massage Therapist



A skilled Thai massage therapist will provide a one-hour to two-hour Thai interactive massage that will leave you feeling refreshed and energized. Choose a Thai massage therapist that has completed courses from a certified Thai massage school. You should also feel comfortable with your Thai massage therapist. Read on to learn more.









1


Locate a Thai massage therapist by checking online resources under "Thai Massage Therapist."





2


Locate a Thai Massage Therapist by checking the Yellow Pages under "Massage Therapy."





3


Inquire about the background, training and experience of each Thai massage therapist that you decide to check out. Check to see if the Thai massage therapist is a member of the International Thai Therapists Association. Inquire about the cost of each session.





4


Make an appointment with the Thai massage therapist for a trial massage session. Are the facilities clean? Is the therapist pleasant? Knowledgeable? Is the Thai Massage therapy session an interactive one, with the therapist asking questions before the session begins and providing quiet guidance from one move to the next?





5


Examine the feelings that result after completing the Thai massage. Are the feelings positive ones? Has the energy level increased as a result of the Thai massage? Has any pain been reduced?





6


Choose another Thai massage therapist if the first experience is not a positive one. A Thai massage therapy session is an interactive one and it is important to feel comfortable with the therapist and the movements that are a part of the massage.








Tips & Warnings










Combine Thai massage with an herbal spa treatment to increase the feeling of wellness.








Combine relaxing music with a Thai massage session to calm the mind.



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How to Wear Retro Clothing

How to Wear Retro Clothing



Wearing retro clothing is a popular choice today. Some of the older cuts, styles and patterns are making a comeback in this day and age. The key, though, to making retro pieces work in 2008 is getting a mix of old and new clothing so your overall style will be modern and up-to-date.







Things You'll Need:





Bell bottoms



T-Shirt



Hip Huggers



Shoes



Short shorts



Skimpy tops



Mini dress



Booties



Hoops



Bangles



Beads









Step
1



Realize that true retro clothing is really defined as from the 1960s and 1970s, but many vintage styles from earlier decades can also qualify, depending on whom you ask.




Step
2



Browse second-hand stores for retro items from any generation that catch your fancy.




Step
3



Look to reruns of popular television shows and movies for looks you want to recreate. The Brady Bunch and Grease have particularly good examples of retro styles.




Step
4



Become aware of patterns and cuts from days past that suit your figure and your taste. Also flip through magazines to see what items are coming around again.




Step
5



Indulge your inner

flower


child with bell-bottom jeans and large patches.




Step
6



Try on hip huggers to see if you can carry them off. Add a tight T-shirt with a picture on it.




Step
7



Invest in retro shoes that still have lots of wear in them. Look for platforms, wedges and Dr. Scholls. Wear these with more modern clothing for a well-balanced effect.




Step
8



Catch your own disco fever by pairing shiny gold lame' shirts with cigarette pants.




Step
9



Show off
your
skin


with shoulder-baring tops and Daisy Dukes (super short shorts).




Step
10



Blend one strong retro piece, such as a mini dress, with modern booties and tights to bring the look into the 21st century.




Step
11



Find new versions of retro styles in some of the popular junior chain stores located in most malls.







Tips & Warnings









Realize that true retro items can often cost more than the new copies of the same styles. This is because they are usually better made and of higher quality materials.








Know that real classic clothes, such as original Levi's, can be an investment, as they are likely to hold, or even increase, their value over time.








Achieve a retro look even when wearing modern clothes by adding big hair and the right accessories, such as hoop earrings, large bangles and strands of beaded necklaces.








If you want to look current, avoid putting too many retro pieces together in one outfit. Otherwise you run the risk of looking like you are wearing a costume.



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How to Wear Red Fearlessly

How to Wear Red Fearlessly



Red--the color of bravery, daring and power. If you're feeling powerful, wearing red lets everyone know you're a force to be reckoned with. If you're feeling just so-so, wearing it can transform your attitude. But can you be comfortable in so rash a color? Absolutely.







Things You'll Need:





Red clothes and/or accessories









Step
1



Find the right reds for your complexion. There are many to choose from. I look dreadful in primary red but berry red is one of the best colors for my yellow-beige
skin
tone


. Hire a color consultant or go to the department store and try on reds until you know which look good and which don't.




Step
2



Wear a major item in red if you're ready to make a splash. A red dress will never leave you in the shadows. But don't get crazy--wear neutral or neutral-metallic accessories.




Step
3



Mix red with neutrals if you'd like attention but don't need to steal the whole show. Red and black was very 80s, but red, black and white is modern. Depending on hue, you can pair red with other neutrals like gray, brown or beige. Dark chocolate pants and a berry red shirt, for example.




Step
4



Ignite a subtle outfit with touches of red. You can make a statement without feeling overwhelmed. "I'm refined, not dull!" Red shoes, jewelry, purse, belt...pick one or maybe two.




Step
5



Wear an almost hidden spark of red, if your destination is conservative or you're feeling shy. Try a neutral jacket with a red lining that shows only when you move. Or a pair of black Christian Louboutin spike heels with signature red soles. The great thing is you won't come across as timid. This subtle use of red says "I'm sexy and I'm powerful, I'm just too cool to shout about it." So whatever your occasion or mood, there's a perfect way to celebrate your personal power with red.


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