August 30, 2024
Aromatherapy is one of the traditional remedies that uses essential oils extracted from plants based on their scent effects and is currently used in many fields. Aromatherapy is based on the theory that inhaling or absorbing essential oils causes changes within the limbic system, the part of the brain associated with memory and emotion. Aromatherapy stimulates physiological responses in the nervous, endocrine, or immune systems and can affect heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, brain wave activity, and the release of various hormones throughout the body. The limbic system comprises subcortical (amygdala, hippocampus) and cortical structures (parahippocampal cortex, cingulate cortex, etc.) and plays a central role in emotional regulation and memory.
August 23, 2024
Lower back pain is a very common complaint, with 18% of the world’s population suffering from some form of it. One cause that is commonly overlooked is poor foot mechanics.When the feet are not functioning properly, it can throw off the entire body's alignment causing issues in the knees, hips and lower back. Studies even show us that chronic lower back pain is 4.5 times more likely in people with flat feet, indicating how important your postural foundations are to your physical wellbeing.
August 20, 2024
Salad dressings have a long and colorful history, dating back to ancient times.Prepared dressings were largely unavailable until the last century. Until then, home chefs had to start from scratch. Due to variations in ingredients, partly because of lacking storage conditions and year-round supply sources), results varied significantly. Gradually, restaurants began packaging and selling their consistent dressings product to customers, and the salad dressing industry began.
Today grocery store salad dressings are full of all sorts of questionable ingredients these days—not to mention excess fat, sugar, and sodium. Use these recipes to whip up your own and feel good knowing exactly what’s in them, plus enjoy incredible essential oil flavor. The best part? These homemade salad dressings will be ready in less time than it takes to heat up that frozen burrito.
Agust 11, 2024
Evidence suggests that nurses' injuries, infections and illnesses are associated with fatigue and sleep disorders. Nurses with poor sleep quality are more prone to burnout, depression, and anxiety.
Studies have demonstrated that non-pharmacologic interventions in psychology and complementary medicine, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, music therapy, progressive muscle relaxation, meditation, and acupuncture, effectively reduce fatigue and improve nurses' sleep quality. Furthermore, aromatherapy is a complementary medical method which is easy, safe and relatively inexpensive to implement.
Essential oils have a refreshing effect, primarily with inhalation. The sense of smell activates the limbic system and hormones, reducing stress, depression, and fatigue by increasing mental and physical stability. In the study, geranium was shown to be effective on the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and has sedative effects by reducing glucocorticoid levels. In addition, geranium can reduce anxiety, anger, restlessness, and emotional depression due to its antioxidant effects. The antioxidant activity of geranium essential oil can be attributed to the presence of monoterpene identified in its chemical composition including geraniol. In another study, the effectiveness of aromatherapy massage with a combination of essential oils of lavender, geranium, and chamomile in reducing anxiety and fatigue of nursing students was reported in the first clinical experience. Another study showed reduced stress, fatigue, and improved mood in operating room nurses after inhaling aromatherapy with a mixture of lavender, geranium, and marjoram.