Center for True Harmony on May 30, 2012 in Classes & Events, Coupons & Discounts, Current Affairs, Daily Health Tips: OB/GYN, Massage, Skin Care and Facials, Naturopathy, Acupuncture, Reflexology, Family, Health, Massage Therapy, People, Reflexology & Toe Reading, Skin Care, Stress, Women's Health | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Es”scent”ials for Pregnancy
By Marci Cagen, LMT, RMT, RN
Aromatherapy is a nurturing way to promote happiness and a sense of well being while easing some of the discomforts that pregnancy can bring. Although some precautions must be taken when choosing which oils to use, aromatherapy is a great way to bring ease and comfort during the pre-natal period.
Did you know that the essential oil expressed from ginger is an ideal way to alleviate nausea? You can inhale it straight from the lid of the bottle or add 1-2 drops to a tissue and breathe in slowly.
Tired, swollen feet and legs are a common complaint during pregnancy. A gentle massage using firm pressure up the legs and very light strokes coming back down towards the feet can relieve stress in the lower extremities. Backaches are especially common during pregnancy so an aromatherapy massage, especially in the lower back, can bring relief and ease tension. Rose, chamomile, sandalwood and lavender are wonderful, safe oils to use. Remember to always use a good base product like almond, safflower or jojoba oil to blend your essential oils in before applying directly to your skin.
For prevention and treatment of stretch marks, a blend of neroli and mandarin can be applied in a carrier oil like apricot. Both have strong cell-regenerating properties and bring a soothing and uplifting sense to the mind, body and spirit.
Because of the heightened sense of smell during pregnancy, only half of the usual amount of essential oils should be used. For example, only 3-4 drops in a bath or 4-5 in a diffuser. If applying during a massage, only 1-1 ½ % should be blended into the cream or oil that is being used.
Aromatherapy is a safe and effective way to enjoy all of the milestones during pregnancy.
*About the Author: Marci Cagen is a licensed nurse and massage therapist that specializes in aromatherapy. She is offering an entire series of aromatherapy classes this summer entitled “Es’scent’ials for Health.” To learn more, please visit www.trueharmonywellness.com or view Marci's bio at http://www.trueharmonywellness.com/about_team.html
Center for True Harmony on April 30, 2012 in Current Affairs, Daily Health Tips: OB/GYN, Massage, Skin Care and Facials, Naturopathy, Acupuncture, Reflexology, Family, Health, Massage Therapy, People, Pregnancy, Reflexology & Toe Reading, Skin Care, Stress, Women's Health | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
May SPECIALS:
PLUS
In Celebration of Mother’s Day, we have extended our Spa Hours! We have more aestheticians, massage therapists and spa therapists throughout the day to treat you to healthy luxury!
Only $39! Purchase between May1 and May 14th
Call Today to Schedule Your Appt. 480-539-6646
www.trueharmonywellness.com
Center for True Harmony on April 30, 2012 in Current Affairs, Family, Health, Skin Care, Stress, Women's Health | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
True Harmony’s Gentle Liver Cleanse
Liver Cleansing Diet: Food Recommendations
To be followed for 10-14 days
Breakfast
Lunch/Dinner
Drink
AVOID
True Harmony will be hosting this cleanse as our April activity. Look out on our facebook page to find support, tips and suggestions during the cleanse. Share your experiences with us! www.facebook.com/CenterforTrueHarmony
Dr. Grobe, NMD constructed this cleanse for our True Harmony community. If you have any chronic or severe medical conditions, you should consult with your physician before attempting any detox/cleanse, or come in and consult with Dr. Grobe ND herself.
Center for True Harmony on April 10, 2012 in Classes & Events, Current Affairs, Daily Health Tips: OB/GYN, Massage, Skin Care and Facials, Naturopathy, Acupuncture, Reflexology, Family, Health, Heavy Bleeding(Menorrhagia), PCOS, People, Skin Care, Stress, Women's Health | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: detox, food plan for cleanse, intestinal cleanse, liver cleanse
Center for True Harmony on April 10, 2012 in Classes & Events, Current Affairs, Daily Health Tips: OB/GYN, Massage, Skin Care and Facials, Naturopathy, Acupuncture, Reflexology, Family, Health, Heavy Bleeding(Menorrhagia), PCOS, People, Skin Care, Stress, Women's Health | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: cleanse Detox, intestinal cleanse, liver cleanse, lose weight, True Harmony
The Top Ten Personal Care Product Ingredients to Avoid
By Rachel Anne Nemetz
Ingredients used in personal care products today are linked to reproductive trouble, hormonal imbalance, and even cancer. There is money in the production and sale of these chemicals. They function as preservatives, and create uniform product consistency. Health care costs associated with0their long-term use, costs this country billions yearly. Let’s look at one simple step to ensuring better health: choosing better personal care products.
Every day items, like, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, and deodorant contain ingredients that have not been proven safe, or are already on the carcinogen list. Carcinogens are cancer-causing chemicals. Most people are ignorant of this fact, not knowing the aluminum in their antipersperant may trigger alzheimer's when absorbed into their bodies over time. People unknowingly poison themselves daily with the toxic ingredients in hairspray, fingernail polish, and makeup.
Something can be done about this. Simply boycott products containing the ingredients that are harmful. People need to take control of their own government and make stricter standards for the industries that are poisoning humanity. The European Union sets a good example of this by requiring labeling for Genetically Engineered food, and outlawing carcinogenic ingredients in personal care products. In America, it will take time for change.
This is easier said then done. Even products found in the health food store can have questionable ingredients. One really has to know their stuff. So here's an easy way to do it. Make a list of the most damaging chemicals, write it on an index card to take to the store with you, and eventually put it to memory. Scan for these ingredients in the products at the store. Some of the chemicals to avoid are listed in the box labeled Top Ten Personal Care Product Ingredients to Avoid.
The best advice is not to freak out about the fact that many products contain cancer causing or health negating chemicals. Don't get rid of everything right away. Slowly, phase products out of the house, replacing each empty bottle with one not containing these harmful chemicals. Remember to use common sense and make an educated decision on what products to buy and use. Look at products individually. If a product has mostly natural ingredients with only one "bad" chemical, some might allow it into the medicine cabinet if the product performs well overall. Happy shopping!
Top 10 Personal Care Product Ingredients to Avoid
Sodium Laurel Sulfate (SLS) - A foaming agent used to create soap lather, SLS causes skin cancer in lab rats, as well as contact dermititis, itchy scalp, and rashes in humans.
FD&C Colors - Used as coloring agents in makeup, most synthetic colors are proven carcinogens.
Pthalates - A softening agent in plastics, nail polish, hairspray and fragrance carrier, pthalates are endocrine disruptors that upset the natural balance of hormones. They cause fertility issues, birth defects, and lower sperm count. Often unlisted, they hide under other name Fragrance, and PVC. Look for pthalate-free on nail polish labels.
Propoline Glycol - Synthetic chemical used as the main ingredient in anti-freeze and also as a humectant in skin care lotions. It causes skin reactions, such as hives and eczema.
Petrolatum, Mineral oil & petroleum jelly - Used as emollients in lip products, makeup, and lotions, this comes from petroleum, the same thing we put in our cars. It suffocates the skin without benefits, and is commonly found to clog pores.
Methyl, Propyl, Butyl, and Ethyl Paraben – Synthetic carcinogenic preservatives that are known to cause skin irritation. Parabens have an estrogenic effect on the body when absorbed by the skin.
Stearalkonium Chloride - Ammonia derivative developed by the fabric industry as a fabric softener, usually found in hair conditioner.
DEA & TEA - Diethanolamine & Triethanolamine - Ammonia compounds and toxic ingredients used as foaming agents. They are known to cause eye irritation, allergic reactions, skin or hair dryness, and become carcinogenic when mixed with nitrates.
PVP/VA Copolymer - is a petroleum derived chemical found in hairsprays that is dangerous to inhale.
Formaldahyde - a known carcinogen, is hidden under many names on personal care item ingredient lists. Watch out for: Quaternium-15, Bronopol, Imidazolidinyl or Diazolidinyl Urea, Germall II or 115, DMDM Hydantoin.
Yummy!
Chocolate Cherry Facials!
Endulge in the spirit of Valentine's Day and pamper yourself with a Chocolate Cherry Facial at True Harmony for only $50.
Have you tried the facial and reflexology combination yet? You can try both the Chocolate Cherry Facial with Reflexology treatment together for only $89! This is for the month of February!
Just call 480-539-6646 or email info@trueharmonywellness.com to book your sessions!
Center for True Harmony Wellness and Medicine
2152 S Vineyard #138, Mesa Az 85210
CONTACT: Center for True Harmony Wellness & Medicine™, an integrated medical office and spa for men, women and families. We are located just off the SouthWest corner of CountryClub Dr and Baseline in Mesa Arizona 85210 . To contact this author, the office or our practitioners: info@trueharmonywellness or 480-539-6646.
Center for True Harmony on February 04, 2011 in Massage Therapy, Reflexology & Toe Reading, Skin Care, Stress, Women's Health | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: chocolate cherry facial, discounts, reflexology, specials, true harmony
Including Massage, Facials, Reiki, Hypnotherapy, Reflexology, Chiropractic and Acupuncture
CONTACT: Center for True Harmony Wellness & Medicine™, an integrated medical office and spa for men, women and families. We are located just off the SouthWest corner of CountryClub Dr and Baseline in Mesa Arizona 85210 . To contact this author, the office or our practitioners: info@trueharmonywellness or 480-539-6646.
Center for True Harmony on January 24, 2011 in Health, Pregnancy, Reflexology & Toe Reading, Skin Care, Stress, Women's Health | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
CONTACT: Center for True Harmony Wellness & Medicine™, an integrated medical office and spa for men, women and families. We are located just off the SouthWest corner of CountryClub Dr and Baseline in Mesa Arizona 85210 . To contact this author, the office or our practitioners: info@trueharmonywellness or 480-539-6646.
Center for True Harmony on November 08, 2010 in Birth Control, Books, Classes & Events, Current Affairs, Daily Health Tips: OB/GYN, Massage, Skin Care and Facials, Naturopathy, Acupuncture, Reflexology, Family, Health, Massage Therapy, PCOS, People, Pregnancy, Reflexology & Toe Reading, Skin Cancer, Skin Care, Stress, Women's Health | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: Anxiety, AZ, Cigna, Depression, Diabetes, Dr. Grobe, Fibromyalgia, First line therapy, Hormone Balancing, Lifestyle, Menopause, Mesa, Metagenics, Naturopath, Obesity, Osteoporosis, PCOS, PMS, Stress conditions, Therapeutic, True Harmony
Americans have many complaints about our current healthcare system and are demanding a change in that system. One of the many complaints about healthcare is that there is NO healthcare there is only sick care. Americans are so concerned about their health; maintaining their health, regaining their health and the desire for medical treatments that do not carry the side effects of pharmaceuticals that the health supplements industry has become a multi billion dollar industry. The next time you are in a bookstore just peruse the health section and take note of the overflowing shelves of books offering alternative treatments and lifestyle adjustments for common illness.
It is amazing and empowering that Americans are actively pursuing the knowledge they desire. However, most of these books and resources are not written by Physicians and when a patient has questions or wants reassurances from their primary healthcare provider or specialist those questions cannot be answered or are met with criticism and frustration. Americans pay a lot of money for their healthcare and want to be provided with well rounded healthcare that addresses and answers all their health concerns.
The Center for True Harmony Wellness and Medicine provides well rounded healthcare that is capable of answering all patients’ questions regarding their health, wellness, and lifestyle. Dr. Christine Brass-Jones DO OB/GYN, Dr. Denise Q Grobe ND and MaryAnn Shostek PA-C of True Harmony utilize the Conventional Medical Model and the Naturopathic Medical Model of healthcare; the Doctors and practitioner work together to provide the most comprehensive care. As well as medical services, the Center for True Harmony also offers therapeutic massage, reflexology, cranial-sacral, Reiki, hypnotherapy, yoga and skin care to complete the full spectrum of healthcare services and needs.
So, how does it really work?
Here’s an example of how the Center for True Harmony’s women-medicine Physician Assistant, Mary Ann Shostek, works with patients who are having stress-related problems in an integrated medical approach. These stress-related problems could be any combination of fatigue, insomnia, PMS, hot flashes, mood changes, headaches, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, pelvic pain, chronic pain, and many more.
Physician Assistants are trained in the bio-psycho-social model of medicine. So, it is natural for me to consider my patients overall well being when seeing them for appointments. When performing a history and physical, one of my standard questions is "How is your stress level?" It’s not surprising that in many cases, the answer is "Terrible". There are so many stressors today: financial, loss of job, loss of home, family and relationship issues and so much more. My next questions is "What do you do for stress relief?" Again, it’s not surprising that in many cases, the answer is "Nothing". I then educate my patients about the effects of uncontrolled stress on the human body: sleeplessness, fatigue, digestive problems, and over long periods of time, high blood pressure, increased risk of stroke or heart problems and even infertility. That’s when it is really a bonus for me to be fortunate enough to be practicing at True Harmony. I am able to direct my patients into therapies that will help them control and reduce their stress levels, and thus help them to lead more healthy and productive lives. I urge my patients to find out what works best for them, and gently guide them into that path. Knowing and working side-by-side with the therapists at True Harmony is a great advantage and allows me to personalize recommendations for my patients. This may involve monthly massage, practicing weekly yoga, doing daily meditation, regular exercise, or meeting with a Reiki master. It is truly amazing and extremely fulfilling to see the positive changes from year to year when patients take my advice and start taking care of themselves.
"Two of the fundamental tenets of naturopathic medicine are to Treat the whole person and to find and treat the cause of the symptoms" says the Center for True Harmony’s women-medicine Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Denise Q Grobe.
I had a patients that had been experiencing pelvic pain for several months. She had an ovarian cyst in the past that had caused a similar pain, so she thought she was suffering from another ovarian cyst. She had a normal pelvic ultrasound. During a detailed physical exam I was able to cause the same pain when I pressed on her psoas muscle. Based on that finding I recommended that the patient have a therapeutic massage. The pain was relieved by the massage along with focused stretching; the patient continues to be pain free.
CONTACT: Center for True Harmony Wellness & Medicine™, an integrated medical office and spa for men, women and families. We are located just off the SouthWest corner of CountryClub Dr and Baseline in Mesa Arizona 85210 . To contact this author, the office or our practitioners: info@trueharmonywellness or 480-539-6646.
Center for True Harmony on September 15, 2010 in Birth Control, Classes & Events, Current Affairs, Daily Health Tips: OB/GYN, Massage, Skin Care and Facials, Naturopathy, Acupuncture, Reflexology, Family, Health, HPV, PCOS, People, Pregnancy, Skin Cancer, Skin Care, Stress, Vaccines, Women's Health | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Technorati Tags: Arizona, Center for True Harmony, Future, Health, Healthcare, Integrative Health Care, Integrative Medical Office, Medical, Medicine, mesa, True Harmony, Wellness




