ATOH Health Journal

Four Avenues to Optimum Health

admin — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 10:06:08 +0000

There is a lot you can do to optimize your health through natural, drug-free choices. Health and vitality are maintained through four main avenues: good nutrition to supply the building blocks of a strong, vibrant system; exercise for structural, mental and emotional balance; bodywork to improve circulation, flexibility and energy flow, and self-awareness techniques to [...]

Detoxification – How To Begin

Virginia — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 03:37:55 +0000

Information abounds today on the importance of detoxification for a healthy metabolism, largely because of its surprising results. It can reverse fatigue, insomnia, anxiety and a long list of ills. The improvement that occurs from this simple but lengthy process has made it a popular practise that until recently, we had forgotten was necessary. Don’t [...]

A Salt Scrub – New Season, New Skin!

Virginia — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 03:46:13 +0000

When you’re short on time, an at-home exfoliation treatment is an easy addition to your shower for the health and glow of deep cleaning.

Skin is the body’s largest organ with many vital functions, including the protective barrier it provides, its role to help regulate body temperature and the important sense of touch. As a secondary [...]

Herb Basics

Virginia — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 07:56:48 +0000

More people may be turning to herbal use but many haven’t fully acknowledged the power in herbs. Considering that many drugs are based on only one component of any one plant that often contains over 100 components, we can imagine the strength of the whole plant when used wisely. While it may sometimes take longer [...]

Juicing Benefits and History

Virginia — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 17:36:01 +0000

…the power to regain your health through nature

As interesting as the long history of juicing may be, the bottom line is that it’s still recommended today because of its successful use to improve health. As a dominant component within therapies that reverse some severe diseases, how can juicing not sound like a worthwhile effort? You [...]

Simple Remedies

Virginia — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:29:13 +0000

Dealing with Discomfort or Early Signs of Infection with Natural Remedies

Before a condition worsens into an infection requiring antibiotics, there are a number of easy, natural remedies you can use to lessen and often eliminate a condition.

COLDS

Sore Throats – gargling with a few teaspoons of natural apple cider vinegar in a glass of [...]

Pregnancy and Massage

Virginia — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 03:55:21 +0000

Massage, birth options and informed choices …

Pregnancy has come a long way in prenatal nurturing and that can make the birth experience a much more comfortable one. With the many changes your body goes through as the baby grows, massage can [...]

Birth Tips and Natural Relief

Virginia — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 06:07:40 +0000

Acupressure, Massage or Aromatherapy during Birth

Acupressure originated in Asia, has been used for thousands of years, just like acupuncture, and is seeing a revival as another drugless therapy to ease conditions and pain.

The pressure points below should not be used until your due date as they have been successfully used in Asia for hundreds of [...]

Kefir and Yogurt

Virginia — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 03:42:33 +0000

The debate may continue on which is better for our health, yogurt or kefir, but the easiest test is eating it to see the results. Many find noticeable improvement in their digestive system after adding either to their diet. Both yogurt and kefir are fermented or cultured dairy products that provide calcium, B vitamins, potassium, [...]

Foods that Heal

Virginia — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 03:35:15 +0000

“Let your food be your medicine, and your medicine be your food.“ ~ Hippocrates. (460 BC to 360 BC)

If we omit the issue on genetically modified or engineered food and eliminate processed fast-food options, Hippocrate’s statement that ‘food is the best medicine’ is as valid today as it was in his [...]