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BY ELIZABETH NARINS   Not Want. Need .  Whether it's a back rub from your partner or a hand massage during a manicure, a good rubdown can be a total godsend. But it doesn't just feel nice: Research suggests (and experts agree) that getting massaged can actually benefit your health. You can't argue with science (and probably wouldn't want to), so keep these facts in mind the next time you beg someone for a massage or consider splurging on a pro treatment: 1. It’s basically a painkiller — especially when your masseur gets his/her hands on your bare skin. In one study , when neuroscientists compared brain activity of people undergoing different touch-treatments (e.g., with and without rubber gloves, with and without movement, etc.), bare-handed massages activated the same part of the brain that is activated by opioid painkillers such as codeine.You don't need a prescription for massage, so if you feel pain in a particular area, ask someone to press their fingers ...

  12 Tips for A Stress Free Life By Ann-Marie Stress is something we all experience. It’s our body's way of reacting to difficult situations that cause us to feel threatened or worried. The Mental Health Foundation  defines stress as: “the feeling of being overwhelmed or unable to cope with mental or emotional pressure.” The stress response itself is useful and designed to keep us safe. You’ll no doubt have heard of the ‘fight or flight response’.This is how the body responds to stressful situations, by getting us ready for action so we can protect ourselves or face challenges in our lives. So, in the short term, stress isn’t a particularly bad thing. However, when we’re regularly experiencing stress, it can take its toll on your mind and body. While it’s impossible to avoid stress altogether, there are lots of ways you can reduce stress in your life. Let’s take a look at twelve tips to help you out.  1. Practice Good Sleep Hygiene Sleep is crucial for our body...

BY KORIN MILLER Orange essential oil regularly shows up in scented candles and perfumes, thanks to its crisp, zesty, and refreshing aroma, but there’s more to the compound than what meets the nose: Research has shown orange essential oil benefits are broad, including being able to help ease stress and combat acne. Before we get ahead of ourselves with intel about orange essential oil benefits, though, let's get back to basics. Orange essential oil is made by cold-pressing the rind of an orange and extracting the oil, says Tara Scott, MD , chief medical officer and founder of functional medicine group Revitalize Medical Group . And according to David J. Calabro ,  DC , a chiropractor at Calabro Chiropractic and Wellness Center who focuses on integrative medicine and essential oils, the cold-pressing element of orange essential oil production is especially crucial. It's how the oil “retains the purifying properties," he says. From there, the essential oil is bottled up a...

The most used, abused, and neglected part of the body is our feet. They are always in motion and over time can make us miserable with annoying pain and discomfort. Reflexology foot massages relieve stress and built up tension. Adding this to your personal health and wellness plan will advance your efforts to live a healthier and less stressed lifestyle. What Is Reflexology Good For? When applied by professionals, this ancient form of massage is able to aid in several aspects of relaxation, improved wellness, and pain relief. Below are seven reflexology benefits and reasons to book your foot reflexology appointment. #1 – Encourages Relaxation  – Reflexology can flood the neural pathways with relaxation, inducing a state of peace and tranquility within the body and mind. This physiological change results in the reduction of stress. Stress reduction through reflexology therapy is frequently associated with relieving sleep disorders. This is accomplished by helping your body return to ...