There are many things to consider concerning doctor ratings. In recent years, the practice of patients providing their own personal reviews of physicians has increased. Whether these reviews are posted online or in other periodicals or journals, there are many perspectives and opinions on their validity and use. It has generally been found that rating physicians has been a good idea and a beneficial practice. There are, however, many things to...more
I wake up so early in the morning, before my husband and children, I start the coffee and wonder, whya do my friends/peers look like. I see that my face has aged. When did this happen to me I don't see a young lady any more, I see an (almost) 40 yr old woman. I remember when my mother wasw When I wake up in the morning I look in the mirror. I see my face! Aagh, what happened to me, where is my young face? Through my years it has disappeared. I...more
Nothing feels better than a hot bath, or the feeling of warm sun or sand on the back. I love this feeling. There is something great about this warmth. This relaxes our muscles and feels great on the skin and bones. There is a way to have this feeling through a trained massage technician. She/he will perform a hot stone massage. I was a little nervous at first when I heard about it - not to mention surprised, but I tried it. I loved it and make one part of my weekly routine.Don't worry, it is all done by a certified massage therapist in a clinical environment and the stones are kept in sanitized water until they are needed. Then gloves or other tools are used to remove them when needed. This is to inhibit the growth of bacteria. Massage therapists are certified after a long course of training.The stones used for this are the ones used through the ages and the history of hot stone massage. They are smooth basalt stones. These retain heat very well and are believed to have energizing properties.Another great thing about this type of massage is that it is easier on the hands of the massage therapist as the tools are used to apply pressure. The stones are laid out on both...more
I have once have had a massage. Have you? If not, have you ever contemplated it? If you have not had a massage, here's something you should know. They are many benefits that come with it. Do you think massage is some new fad? Not true. Massage is by no means anything new. It dates back to ancient cultures. Records of different massages go back...more
In all my years on this earth, I have only had one massage! Now that I know the many benefits and history of massage, I'll be looking forward to a series of massages. It is an ancient form of healing and ways of relaxation and rest. It is found in to ancient cultures. Records of different massages go back through the ages in all parts...more
Finding Cheap Individual health insurance is not as simple as you think it is. There are a lot of things that you should know about it since your future health and finances depend on better health coverage.There are certain important factors in insurance that you should know about. These are factors that would be hard to understand when it comes to dealing with insurance agents or insurance companies. Being a step ahead of them is really important and will benefit you.Applying for a HSA (health savings account) is one factor that you should know about individual health insurance. This is like a bank within an insurance policy. This will allow you to save a portion of your money that is being deducted from your salary and put it towards health cover and health costs.Insurance premiums are deducted from your salary and a portion of these can go to a savings account if you will be applying for a HSA together with your individual health insurance plan. In times of crisis and financial drought the savings that you have in the HSA can be used. This savings is yours and you can use it anytime you need it especially during times that you have medical condition or treatment...more
How can you decide which insurance company is the best for you and your needs? Not an easy question since everybody is different and has different needs. Therefore it may take some time and energy to find the company that suits you best...more
Chinese records dating back 3,000 years document the use of massage. The ancient Hindus, Persians and Egyptians, as well as the Japanese, Romans and Egyptians applied forms of massage for many ailments; and even Hippocrates wrote papers recommending...more
Do I need a foot massage? That depends, do you like having good balance, comfortable feet, strong back, lack of tension? I sure do. The great thing to do at the end of the day is kick off our shoes, free our poor feet! All that running, walking,...more
In all my years on this earth, I have only had one massage! Now that I know the many benefits and history of massage, I'll be looking forward to a series of massages. It is an ancient form of healing and ways of relaxation and rest. It...more
I love my massage therapist. Of all the 90,000 people in the United States who claim massage therapy as their part-time or full-time job, mine is the greatest. Like most, she is self-employed. A large percentage of these workers are of part-time and...more
Holding a large balance on a credit card can be one of the most expensive ways to borrow money. However, even when the interest is stacking up and your payments are just barely covering them there are some simple things that you can do to alleviate...more