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Getting rid of the toxic matter that accumulates in the body is one of the most important ways to stay healthy! Read More
Although it isn’t often discussed in polite conversation, let’s discuss a few things and not close the lid on our poops just yet. Our bowel movements and leavings can tell us a lot about what is going on inside our bodies and often holds valuable information for our health. Read More
One of Posture Massage’s specialties that you may be aware of is lymphatic drainage. I have blogged a lot about the lymphatic system and the benefits of draining it in our blogs Lymphatic Drainage & You, Surgery & Lymphatic Drainage Therapy, as well as Lymphatic Drainage & Cancer Recovery. I encourage you to read all of them to better understand how the lymphatic system works but today I am writing about what is in your lymph fluid. What exactly is lymphatic fluid made of and where does it come from? Let’s dive deeper! Read More
Our society often categorizes spa treatments, massages, self-care, self healing, emotional work, and help with emotional healing as primarily something that women can benefit from. Men on the other hand are often raised to believe that when things get tough they just need to “buck up” or push through pains. “Being a man” in our society often means not being vulnerable and not seeking help when we need it. As you read this I hope you realize, well that is simply not true, all human beings need help and should be able to heal from trauma and stress. Read More
Many people wonder where I learned all the different things that I incorporate into my practice at Posture Massage. Aside from learning the ropes of massage therapy by a traditional route of massage therapy school, I have taken on additional training, including many from the well-known Chikly Health Institute. My expertise on lymphatic drainage, brainwork, heart centered therapy and connecting into your emotions were mostly learned by working with this wonderful institute. Read More
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The chemicals, hormones, emotions, and feelings that we experience from traumatic experiences (both physical and psychological) can lock up or be locked up within muscles and tissues. Focusing your mind on a time that brought you joy or happy moments helps you to infuse happy chemicals into your bloodstream and reset these tissues. Read More
Having a diverse biome in your gut helps fend off sickness or invasion of bad bacteria. Maintaining a healthy biome means incorporating prebiotic foods into your diet. Read More
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It turns out that a healthy gut microbiome helps us to relax and feel happier. The more diverse and balanced our “gut ecosystem” the less likely we will experience depression, OCD, and anxiety. Read More
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Posture Massage specializes in lymphatic drainage massage. Draining the lymphatic system can help fluids and particulates in our body move along and get where they are supposed to go. This can help reduce inflammation, swelling, pain, discomfort, fluid retention, and can help our bodies heal and become stronger. It can also help our immune system become more robust and resilient in the face of colds, illnesses, and diseases. Read More
