Time Magazine Highlights Massage In Special Pain Issue

"Used for centuries, massage is one of the best understood alternative therapies available. New research shows that even a single deep-tissue massage can help stop the production of stress hormones. Massage has also been shown to relieve cancer pain." Time Magazine, March 11, 2011
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Unbiased Opinions: WebMD Vs. Mayo Clinic

Insightful article in last Sunday's New York Times Magazine - corporate ad supported WebMD vs. the non-profit Mayo Clinic. http://tinyurl.com/4j8s544

PERSONALIZED HEALTHCARE IS COMING TO YOUR PHONE

This app & blood pressure monitor will be available at the end of the month via iTunes and the Withings Company. The device can be used with an iPod, iPhone or iPad.

www.withings.com

Go Granny!

This 91 year old granny (pictured at left) can run circles around you! You might ask what are her secrets to living long while she's ALSO setting track & field records: deep breathing, reflexology & massage. go Olga!

**link to the New York Times article is posted below in comments section - having some techno difficulty**

Wanna Live Longer...?

Research shows that 90% of living longer AND healthier comes down to lifestyle management. Dan Buettner travels the world observing locales where older people are not just living longer but thriving as well - following are some cliff's notes to his findings and video link:

*having a strong social network & engagement with friends & family
*knowing your purpose in life & cultivating your spiritual side
*eating a more plant based diet, consuming less, drinking herbal teas
*taking daily naps, exercise & weekly nature walks

Video link is below in the comments section - i'm having some techno difficulties this morning - enjoy!

Power of Touch on NPR

It has been an incredible month in the media for stories highlighting the power of touch - below a link from NPR - keep it coming!

NPR, September 20, 2010

Men's Health September 2010 Issue

Join me in my 15 minutes of media fame as seen in the September 2010 issue of Men's Health magazine! However, please note a caveat from the article, a scalp massage is not always about feeling sensual - sometimes it's just about deep soulful relaxation.