Original article at Military.com More than 30 years after the movie "Altered States" introduced Americans to the concept of sensory reduction, hundreds of "float centers" have begun opening up across the country. But while William Hurt's character slipped into an isolation…
Float therapy is very often used as a method of physical relief, but it is also used for its ability to enhance mental clarity. The float pod is an ideal environment in which individuals can calm their minds and reach…
What Is Calendula? Calendula (Calendula officinalis), also known as pot marigold, is an annual flower that blooms regularly through the growing season. Native to the Mediterranean, calendula got its name because it seems to bloom with the calendar. Healing Properties…
Here at Soma Novo Bodywork, we understand that in our modern day society, we’ve become accustomed to doing everything in a fast pace, thinking and moving quickly. Desk jobs and handheld devices force our bodies into an extremely limited range…
The sleep-promoting, stress-reducing, disease-protecting power of this essential mineral Often times there are questions surrounding nutritional supplements, vitamins and minerals even about magnesium for sleep. There are numerous articles on the importance of magnesium, and it’s critical—and sometimes under-recognized—role in…
By: Alexandra Sirocky It doesn’t matter who you are or where you come from, in some way shape or form you’ve probably felt the ripples of addiction somewhere, somehow in your community. Addiction is a non-biased disease, it affects all…
You pulled a muscle lifting weights at the gym. Or maybe your arthritis is acting up. Is there anything you can do, besides wait it out?Your grandma could have the answer. Epsom salt has been used for hundreds of years…
Article by Karen J. Bannan August 28, 2018 from workingmothers.com Teresa McAlpine struggled with sleep issues for years. At night, she would lie down tired from the day but have trouble nodding off. Thoughts racing, she would focus on work,…
Floatation therapy dates back to the 1950s, but it’s become a trend in the health and fitness community. It’s often associated with professional athletes because they’re the loudest advocates, posting their latest game-prep float photos on Instagram. Some sports teams…
Floatation Therapy or floating is one of the most accessible and relaxing pain relieving therapies available today. Floating, for the majority of those who first try it, is a wonderful, safe and effective tool for navigating our modern society. But…