Rossiter Stretching for Fast Pain Relief

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.

Focusing on the feet to help your back may seem like a hopeless endeavor. However, those struggling with back pain may not realize how much they relate to each other. As far as we know, everything in your body is connected. A network of connective tissue extends from your feet and up towards your head. Focusing on your feet stretching is the starting point and gives your body a good base. This reduces tightness that travels upwards, which has a positive effect on your lumbar spine (lower back). There’s also the link between your lower back, nerves, and feet. Compression or pinching of the sciatic nerve that runs from your lower back down your legs can cause pain in the lower back and your feet.

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Essential Oil-Infused Salad Dressings

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.

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The Effect of Aromatherapy with Geranium Essential Oil on the Fatigue and Sleep Quality of Critical Care Nurses

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.

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Two-Minute Essential Oil-Infused Salad Dressings

August 2, 2024

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.

Sweet and Tangy Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 4 drops Grapefruit, Lemon, Lime, or Orange Vitality™ essential oil
  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Directions: Whisk all ingredients together until well combined. Pairs well with fresh basil, Roma tomatoes, and mozzarella balls.

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Homemade Blueberry-Lavender Ice Cream

July 31, 2024

When these two flavors are combined, they make the perfect ice cream. Blueberry lavender ice cream is a light, refreshing treat that just exudes summer flavor!

It takes five minutes and five ingredients to make this healthy homemade ice cream recipe! The flavor of lavender is becoming increasingly popular in desserts, but many of them don’t even contain real lavender. They instead rely on artificial ingredients and coloring. But not this ice cream—or should we say “nice” cream? Blueberries give this blend a lovely purple/blue hue, while pure Lavender Vitality™ essential oil adds an extra dimension of flavor and sophistication. Delicious, plant-based, and waistline friendly, this dessert is the perfect finish to a backyard party or just a hot summer day.

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