Change the way you wash your hair. Factors like how often you wash your hair and what water temperature you use can affect the length of your hair. That’s because washing your hair too often (think every day) and using super hot water will cause it to...
How much water should you drink each day? It’s a simple question with no easy answers. Studies have produced varying recommendations over the years, but in truth, your water needs depend on many factors, including your health, how active you are and where you live. Although no single...
A muscle cramp is an involuntarily and forcibly contracted muscle that does not relax. Almost everyone experiences a muscle cramp at some time in their life. There are a variety of types and causes of muscle cramps. Numerous medicines can cause muscle cramps. Most muscle cramps can be stopped...
Green and Glowing Smoothie Recipe by Jim Perko, C.E.C., for the Cleveland Clinic Lifestyle 180 program Ingredients: 1 cup cleaned spinach leaves, firm packed 1 cup cleaned kale, rough chop, firm packed 1 cup green seedless grapes 1 Bartlett pear, core, stem and seeds removed 1 orange, peeled and...
Massage on Valentine’s Day? The perfect gift Idea! Valentine’s Day is a holiday celebrated on February 14. The name is referred to the Christian saint “Valentine”, and is traditionally celebrated with expressing romanticism towards your loved ones. When we think of Valentine’s Day, we often think of...
Embrace the season Freezing temps? Check. Gray skies? Check. Crabby mood? Check again. But not for long! It may be gloomy outside, but your outlook doesn’t have to be. “There are simple things you can do to stay positive,” says Sonja Lyubomirsky, PhD, a professor of psychology at the...
Looking for a gift to show that special someone how much you care? Something different to the usual flowers or chocolates? Why not consider offering to give them a massage? There are great benefits for giving a massage (or receiving one!). Here are just a few –...
It’s no surprise that a massage can seriously soothe your mind and body, and you already know a solid rubdown has impressive health perks, like better blood circulation, amped immunity, anxiety relief, and even improved sleep quality. But beyond the obvious, there’s a lot to wonder about the...
1. To minimize breakage, make sure that your hair is thoroughly wet before applying shampoo. Use no more than a quarter-size dollop, and rub the shampoo between your palms first. Lather for no more than 30 seconds 2. After shampooing, rinse your hair with cool...
Scalp massage can help relieve tension headaches. When performing a scalp massage on someone with a tension headache, spend extra time on the base of the skull, near the hairline, because tension often accumulates in this area. It can also help to include a massage of the forehead...