July 2012
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Jul 31st
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“The most important thing in the Olympic Games is not winning but taking part;...”
–  Pierre de Coubertin (primarily responsible for the revival of the Olympic Games in 1894)
Jul 30th
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It's the Friday Wrap-Up!
OM in the news this week! Check it out! Five Time Olympian Jumps For Acupuncture - from AcuTake.com. Athletes, like Amy Acuff, go hand-in-hand with their acupuncturists wherever they go…even to the Olympics! Grocery Store Pick-ups for Losing Weight - from Fox News. Green tea, used in Chinese medicine, and other ingredients you can find right in the grocery store, can help you lose weight...
Jul 27th
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“There is something in music that transcends and unites. This is evident in the...”
–  Tenzin Gyatso, 14th Dalai Lama (Born 1934), Tibet
Jul 26th
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Jul 25th
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Jul 24th
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Jul 23rd
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It's the Friday Wrap-Up!
OM in the news this week! Check it out! Foods That Offer Sun Protection - from Fox News. Bright fruits, vegetables, and more that can help protect you from the summer rays! Massage is Great Treatment for Muscle Injury - from the Wall Street Journal. New research shows that massage helps improve muscle health in athletes following injuries. Natural Remedies for Migraines - from Fox News....
Jul 20th
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It's Stick Out Your Tongue Day!
It’s not rude today, so stick out your tongue! Did you know that the tongue is used in Chinese medicine (CM) as a key patient diagnosis tool? It’s true! The tongue is the only muscle in the human body that is visible to the naked eye, therefore, acupuncturists look at different qualities of the tongue to tell what is going on in the rest of the body and to then diagnose their patient....
Jul 19th
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Jul 18th
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What the Taste of Your Food Can Tell You...
In Oriental medicine (OM), different foods are often prescribed for different conditions. Did you know it’s actually possible to tell a lot about a food’s effects just by its taste? According to the cookbook: “Ancient Wisdom, Modern Kitchen,” by Yuan Wang, Warren Sheir, and Miko Ono, each taste is linked to a different therapeutic effect. Enjoy some of these common foods...
Jul 17th
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Everybody Deserves a Massage Week!
It’s the 18th annual Everybody Deserves a Massage Week! Put on by Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP), this week encourages massage therapists to give back to the community with their gift of holistic healing, by holding events like: free massage for those who may not normally experience the therapy. Find out how you can get involved HERE. Also, search online for events...
Jul 16th
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It's the Friday Wrap-Up!
OM in the news this week! Check it out! Massage Therapy for Rehabilitation - from Athletico.com. Check out the differences between clinical and relaxation massages. OM for Hip Internal Rotation Injuries - from Acupuncture Today. Hip injuries are common amongst athletes; take a look at how OM works to treat the underlying causes. Find a Nursing Career to Fit You - from TheAtlantic.com. Holistic...
Jul 13th
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Which Massage Type is Right for You?
With so many massage types or “modalities” out there, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out which one is right for you.  Each massage modality is unique and uses different techniques to best address the needs of the patient. One common trait you will find amongst the Asian modalities is that they are performed with the patient’s clothes on, unlike Western “Swedish” massages, which use oils...
Jul 12th
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“Whenever you buy a new item, give something away. You’ll prevent clutter...”
–  “1,001 Ways to Live in the Moment” by: Barbara Ann Kipfer
Jul 11th
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Jul 10th
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Jul 9th
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It's the Friday Wrap-Up!
OM in the news this week…Check it out! Holistic Nursing Take on Sugary Drinks - from AIHCP.org. Holistic nurses are talking about sodas’ effect on your body, check it out! Massage for HIV Patients - from Integrative-Healthcare.org. Massage studies are showing that massage can help a weakened immune system and on deeper cellular level for HIV patients. Excessive Sweating? Try...
Jul 6th
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“There is no expedient to which a man will not go to avoid the real labor of...”
–  Thomas Edison (1847-1931), USA Thinking takes work and alot of times it’s our mentality to just do what is required of us and no more, but some of the best products come from our ideas. So, spend some extra time thinking and see what inspiration comes to you!
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Jul 3rd
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Jul 2nd
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